BigBrother-84

«Ordered just like this from the factory, i am the 2nd owner.»

Not a Ford story, but a high stress mechanic one. Did you see Oppenheimer movie? You know, the moment when they finally "push the button", hopping that their calculations are ok... I had such moment tonight. My old Kubota B21 had an injection pump problem: Was leaking fuel by the top. I opened the leaking pump piston and saw that o'rings were dried and cracked. Tried to replace by supposedly right size ones, but the result was catastrophic: The engine oil dipstick popped out and oil splashed all around. I ordered a replacement pump (700$ aftermarket cause original Kubota is 1800$ CAD). The mechanics at the dealer told me it's impossible that the oil splashes out because of a leaking injector pump, sure it is something else broken in the engine. So, pump replaced, I am sitting in the tractor, ready to turn the key, feeling as Oppenheimer: It works, or it's the end... The engine started and everything is ok. HURRAYYYY!!! I changed filter and oil. Before pouring the new 3L oil, I flushed 6.5L of oil/diesel fuel mix!! So, I have some news for Kubota mechanics: Yes, an injection pump can leak enough by the bottom to spray fuel an pressure in the oil pan. I'm pretty sure there's couple of you who had such "Oppenheimer high stress moments" in their Ford mechanic life.

Interesting! I am curious... How wide is it? In such a vertical stove, have enough room or have to put the logs vertically? 🧐

Just for fun, I followed this NOS rear bumper on eBay. Much too expansive for my wallet, but I admit that I secretly hoped that the seller would cut the price, seeing nobody interested. But someone found it was worth the price: Sold!

With a copilot like that in the cockpit, the passengers have to pray that their commander pilot will stay alert and healthy for the whole flight.

I tried to avoid "deeper fix" by lubricating from the key hole, but without good results. Finally, I decided to pull the steering wheel and see what was going on. The major issue was the actuator. Not a difficult job, just need a puller for the wheel. No need to disassemble the actuator, you can lubricate it by the end (protect your carpet since some lubricant will drip along the column). Take a look here.

Yep, but with the help from one of my sons and the couple who rent us a box for their horse, it takes about 3 hours to fill, transport and pile the bags in our barn. There is a lack of snow here, so not a lot of winter sports... This was my only real exercise since couple of weeks. It was welcome.

Answer: Q1: Tell me about a Bullnose truck named Big Brother. A1: Copilot gave me a speech about Orwell's 1984 novel, and admitted that it didn't find any data about a Bullnose truck named Big Brother. Q2: You should look here: https://forum.garysgaragemahal.com/Full-restoration-84-Crew-Cab-4x4-Long-Bed-tp105177.html A2: Q3: I thought that the owner name is Jeff. A3: Q4: Good! From now, if I ask you to tell me about a Bullnose Ford truck named Big Brother, I suppose you will find it? Because earlier you didn't... A4: I am a bit surprised... No possible training? «I learn but I forget, not enough memory».

This truck is boring staying in his stall... So happy to go to work (or to travel ).

What I did WITH Big Bro. Wood shavings duty. For the horses boxes. We shovel bulk shavings in bags (at a friend's farm), and take it back to our barn. 4-5 times per year.

Gary, I lwas thinking about a B&W favicon colorization. Maybe two-tones blue, I thought? But I realized that we won't see a lot of colors on a Bullnose front picture, 32x32...

I see only one picture. Seems that there's only one, plus the eBay add. Anyway, doesn't fit in my wallet...

Sorry to read that Jim. I hope your Amazon delivery will carry the right parts and 'll be on time. Snow and Mosquitoes? Curious mix we don't see often up here.

Jim, I'll verify in my bills (I keep all of them). Should be able to find it.

Sorry, I was away. I read that the thread is pointing to the "entire harness" replacement solution, am I right? Anyway, even if not relevant, I confirm that, when I replaced the stator, I also replaced the harness connector. All NAPA purchases. I crimped using waterproof heat joints PLUS a shrinkable sleeve over each one. I did the same for the new ignition module (also replaced the harness connectors). Plus electrical water repellent grease in the connectors. Not a new harness, but at least the connections are clean and water protected.

Not the whole harness, just the truck connectors. My wires harness was in good shape, but the end connectors were cracked and really fragile. Nothing to see with the module itself. With good waterproof sealed cramps, it did a clean job. Sorry Jim, I know my english isn't always accurate.

Clean job! Good progress!

Be careful Shaun, maybe you'll burn down the building of a nice guy who have just unfortunately be scammed too!

I had my DS-II distributor connector cracked. If it's your case too, I suggest to replace the whole stator assy. Not a difficult job, and it forced me to make a good distributor cleanup. If you go that way, be careful with the "pin". Below the ignition module pigtails I changed for NAPA parts.

My response was "Man, you lost me!" I drink to that. Hi, Bob.

Did you try Bronco Graveyard, or Dennis Carpenter? If you're looking for some connectors, surprisingly, I was able to get some replacement at my local NAPA. For example, the two ignition module connectors, and the distributor connector too.

Gary, be aware that there's at least one other Ford site (maybe more?) having a B&W truck face as favicon.

[...] has many converting them to a voltmeter that actually shows you something worthwhile. Jim, I remember you mentioned me this guy who converts ammeter to voltmeter, preserving the classic look.

Happy new year «y'all»!! May this new 2024 year be excellent for everyone! Best wishes from QC!

I love Jim's idea! Brainwashing and subliminal messaging applied to an IA! Feeling like a kid with the new chemistry kit he received at Christmas. «Let's see what happens if...»