'34 international rat/drag truck

TRUBBS said:
Looks sweet!
Looks like your missing an afc bolt & have a loose bolt on the back of the gov housing tho...
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Its waiting on a new shutoff solenoid.

I already had the pump, just cleaned it up. Non benched sorta stocker.
 
I was wondering wat steering box you used? I have been looking at the Vega boxes and some others. Just looking for some ideas for the 31 Model A I am working on.
 

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I have no idea what the box is. It was already mounted by the previous owner. I think is a mid 50's gm but idk. Vega seems to be the standard...but i would search some old junk yards first. I think the prices people want for vega parts is outrageous
 
rileydsking said:
I have no idea what the box is. It was already mounted by the previous owner. I think is a mid 50's gm but idk. Vega seems to be the standard...but i would search some old junk yards first. I think the prices people want for vega parts is outrageous
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I noticed that. i have read of guys using Corvair steering boxes but I am a little concerned about them being able to handle the wieght. Also they need to be reversed.

I have also seen guys using Ford Ranger boxes. Guess I will go to the junk yard and see what they have.

One more question, do you know what you are using for a front spring? I am also concerned about having a spring that is strong enough to support the additional wieght.

Sorry for the question, just trying to see what other have done.

Thanks,

Ben
 
Torque Monkey said:
I noticed that. i have read of guys using Corvair steering boxes but I am a little concerned about them being able to handle the wieght. Also they need to be reversed.

I have also seen guys using Ford Ranger boxes. Guess I will go to the junk yard and see what they have.

One more question, do you know what you are using for a front spring? I am also concerned about having a spring that is strong enough to support the additional wieght.

Sorry for the question, just trying to see what other have done.

Thanks,

Ben
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Look for a late 80's, early 90's S10 2wd box. Doesn't need to be reversed and is plenty robust for the weight. It's obviously a bit bigger than a corvair or vega box though.

Project looks great OP. Very jealous you're getting ready to put power to the road.
 
Torque Monkey- I am using the factory front springs cut in half. they seem to hold pretty good. being as short as theyh are makes them stiffer(i think).

Turbo Performance- Thanks! I can't wait my self!!! I was just looking at your blankets..very nice! a set of those would look awesome on my truck,plus give people a few more things to ask questions about.
 
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Suncoast reverse manual valve body came today!!!! lockup in all gears.

Plus O/D in 1st & 2nd sound fun!
 
almost ready to drive this thing! put it on the scales today so i can order springs.. 3356lbs

LF-753 RF-757

LR-948 RR-898
 
WOW! This thing is just plain awesome! I would love to build something similar one day out of our old F-600.
 
I saw something really nice today!


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I love it so far! But it needs a firering gasket so i can beat on it!

Will have pics tomorrow to show finished product.
 
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Only pic so far. Happy to have it in the garage and not at the shop anymore
 
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