Gary Lewis

Hydroboost Upgrade Oil Burners Hydroboost Reseal FTE

What did I do to my truck today? Turned it into a convertible! And, here's the top, which will be tucked away until Sept 15th when Darin/Oz Econoline comes to the Garagemahal show. I know that it is far more top than he needs, but this way I know I have what he wants. Actually, I didn't do this by myself. Brandon/Bruno2 came over to bake his block, more of which later, so I put him to work. Here's another thing we did - put the microfiche viewers up. Here's the bigger of the two, up above Brandon painting his timing cover: And, he helped me put the other microfiche viewer up: Last, here is Brandon't block and intake being baked at 200 degrees to set the pain. Sorry for the blur.

To help y'all see the overall outline instead of just viewing it in the menu I've typed it out and put it on a new page in Reference section: Website Outline. I've already spotted a couple of things, but please tell me what you find.

This is the outline of the pages on the website, as of 10:00 AM on 2/17/18. (In other words it is sure to change soon.) I've not taken the time to link to these on this page as you can easily get to each of them via the menu above. Bullnose Forum Bullnose Forum FAQ’s Bullnose FAQ’s Cooling Systems Cooling Fan #’s & Illustrations Cooling System Illustrations Coolant Recovery & Windshield Washer Reservoirs Radiator Hoses Radiator Support Radiator Part #’s Shroud Part #’s Thermostats Water Pump #’s & Illustrations Driveline Bell Housings Brakes Clutches & Linkage Differentials Drive Shafts Coupling Shaft Front Driveshafts Rear Driveshafts U-Joints Engine Plates Rear Axles Transfer Cases Transmissions Automatic Transmissions C6 Kickdown Linkage Manual Transmissions General Manual Transmission Service NP435 T-18 T-19 ZF5 Speedometer Gears Wheels Electrical 3G Conversion Alternators Ammeter Batteries Battery Cables Battery Trays Circuit Protection Computer Internals Distributors EEC-IV Diagnostics Electricity 099 EVTM 1981 EVTM (with 22 pages beneath representing 101 pages total) 1986 EVTM (with 33 pages beneath representing 152 pages total) Fog or Driving Lights Ground Wires Engine-to-Firewall Ground Battery to Ground Battery to RH Fender Firewall to Hood Headlight Wiring Harness ICVR Ignition Modules Ignition Switch PMGR Starter Wiring Radios Relays Standard Wire and Color Codes Tachometers Voltage Drop Testing Windshield Wipers Wiring Connectors Wiring Diagrams Engines Engine Building Basics 300 Six 351M & 400 385 Series Windsor Series IDI Diesel Drive Belts EGR Valves EGR System Description & Testing EGR Spacer Gasket: Carb/EGR to Intake (9447) Flywheels Manifolds, EGR, Heat Valves, etc Engine Swaps 300 Six to Small-Block V8 Pulleys Starters Exhaust Systems Exterior Beds, Tailgates, & Components Bumpers Exterior Mirrors Exterior Trim & Moulding Frames Engine Perches Name Plates Push Bars Spare Tire Carriers Fuel Systems 460 Fuel Systems Air Cleaners Air Cleaner Illustrations Air Cleaner Heat Tube Air Cleaner Housing #’s Air Cleaner Snorkels Air Cleaner Tube #’s Carburetors, Chokes, & EFI Jetting How To Find Carb Parts Chokes Carter YFA 1bbl EFI Edelbrock Motorcraft 2150 Holley 4180C Motorcraft 7200 VV Diagnostics Fuel System Illustrations Fuel Filler Pipes 1980-84 F-Series & Bronco 1983-84 F-Series Diesel 1983-87 F350 Chassis Cab DRW 1985 F-Series 302 w/EFI 1985-87 Bronco 1985 on F-Series Fuel System Part #’s Fuel Filler Pipes Fuel Senders & Pumps Fuel Tanks Fuel Tank Selector Switch Fuel Tank Selector Valve Fuel Vapor Valve Fuel Vapor Separator Fuel System Wiring Fasteners & Illustrations Frame Front Clip Fenders & Aprons Hood Radiator & Grille Headlights & Turn Signals Wheelwell Moulding Fastener Pictures (with 40 pages beneath with pictures of fasteners) HVAC HVAC Systems 300 Six Compressor Illustrations Factory A/C Brackets Interior Boots Doors Door Locks Door Panels Handles & Boots Vent Windows Windows Horn Pads Instrument Panel Name Plates Instrument & Radio Bezels Kick Panels Painting Gauge Needles Rear Corner Trim Salvaging Rosewood Seat Belts Seat Interchangeability Sill Plates Steering Columns Literature 1980 Literature 1981 Literature 1982 Literature 1983 Literature 1984 Literature 1985 Literature 1986 Literature Specifications Assembly Plants Axle Ratios Body Codes – Interior Build Sheet Interpretations Interior Paint Calibration Codes Certification Label DSO Codes Engine Codes Exterior Paint Codes Lubricant Specifications Model Codes Spring Codes Towing Transmission Codes Tape Stripe Codes Bronco Tape Stripe Codes F-Series Tape Stripe Codes VIN Decoding Suspension & Steering 2WD Spindles Body Mounts Front Suspension Steering Power Steering Brackets Power Steering Illustrations Pulleys Steering Columns Steering Gear Box Tie Rods & Drag Links Rear Suspension Auxiliary Springs Rear Sway Bar Rear Springs 1980 Rear Springs TSB’s 2G Alternator Repair Frame Creaking/Popping Fuel Cross-Flow IAC Bypass Tool Box Mount Stall/No Start/Hesitation Underhood Fender Aprons Cowl Seal Speed Control Vacuum Systems Vacuum Diagrams 300 Six 302/5.0L 351W 351M/400 460 V8 Vacuum Reservoirs Tool Box

Haha...understood, thanks Gary! I'm going to order all of the parts to bring my battery tray and hold-down parts all back to stock, and I was just curious what size battery was supposed to be in there. The truck has a 34/78DT 800cca battery in there now, and it spins the little 302 over like nothing, so as long as it fits the bracket and hold-down OK, perhaps I'll just stick with that. You know, inquiring minds and all... I'm sending my engine and all of the new parts out to a shop soon for check-up and assembly, and while they're out of the way and I have a little extra space, I'm going to work on the rehab of the engine bay itself. Not really looking forward to that one as it is IS pretty grungy...ugh. I like Simple Green to clean up greasy things. You can dilute it a bit, maybe up to 4 parts water to 1 of SG, but the less dilution the better it dissolves oil and grease. Let it sit a bit and then scrub with a nylon brush. Then wash it well with water. Repeat. I put it in a spray bottle, and do the same for water.

First, let me say that the master parts catalog is the best thing since sliced bread, and I don't know how you fully disassemble and then successfully reassemble something as complex as these trucks w/o one. But, the organization of the catalog isn't its strongest attribute. The basic part numbers are supposed to follow the section numbering shown in the earlier post. However, they seem to have run out of numbers at times and insert letters, like 17A254. And, there are lots of exceptions to the numbering plan. For instance, the first numbered section is Section 10 - Wheels. And, one would think that the first thing you would encounter in that section would be a listing of wheels. However, the first thing is 1001 GASKET (REAR WHEEL BEARING RETAINER or REAR AXLE SHAFT). But, Section 40 is Rear Axle! And then there are the weird combinations of "stuff" in one section. Like Section 170 which includes jacks, speedometers, and cables. So, a jack handle is 17081, a tachometer opening cover is 17187, and a speedometer cable tip kit is 17A254. Or shocks that are in Section 180 so have the basic part number of 18124. But heaters are there as well, which explains 18246 WINDOW SHADE KIT? Anyway, basic part numbers are supposed to follow the section numbering. Does that answer the question?

I haven't been doing a good job of updating this thread. I shall get zero points for following up. Question on the topic of battery tray(s). Do you know what was the stock spec battery for my truck? Both in CCA, and in physical size? Yes, and no. But I'm not sure I'll tell you 'cause you haven't done your homework. Seriously though, there's no way to tell exactly - unless you have the build sheet, which tells if I remember correctly. However, the master parts catalog has a table that tells what could have come in your truck: Electrical/Batteries.

Well. you seem to have a knack for finding "the right things" in the salvage, and I think you've done it again on the carb. Carbs Unlimited says that a 7287S YFA is from a 78-84 Ford truck. And Tarheel Blue says his came from an '80 F150 with DS-II. But Mike's Carburetor Parts says it is from a '79. As for the hesitation when you stab it, perhaps you just don't have enough gas coming from the accelerator pump. If your problem is from idle you might give the idle mix a bit more gas to cover it up. And, make sure you don't have any vacuum leaks. And on the blower motor, the 1981 EVTM shows 2 connectors and the 1984, '85, and '86 EVTM's shows 1 connector. So I can't tell where the change happened. Sorry.

Yes, "Wow!" I think we can do better than that. In fact, my thinking is that the current method of organization is better than that. But, I think the current way isn't as good as we can do, so I'm looking for suggestions.

I've outlined the master parts catalog, shown below, and I don't see it as being very helpful. They have odd things grouped together, like: 170: Jacks, Speedometer, Cables Huh? 180: Shock Absorbers and Heaters Yeah, sure. I see the connection. NOT! Anyway, you folks tell me what you think, please. Master Parts Catalog Index 10: Wheels 11: Hubs & Drums 20: Brakes 22: Brakes, rear 23: Brakes, booster 30: Front Axle & Suspension 32: Front Axle & Suspension 35: Steering Gear 36: Steering Wheel 40: Rear Axle & Related Parts 41: Rear Axle 46: Driveshaft 48: Coupling Shaft 50: Frame 52: Muffler 53: Front Springs & Stabilizer 60: Engine Parts 70: Transmission, Manual A70: Transmission, kits A71: Transmission, linkage 80: Radiator, grille, and cooling 86: Fan, belt drive 90: Fuel Tank & Lines 93: Fuel Pump & Gauge 94: Fuel Pump, mounting 95: Carburetor 95A: Carburetor Assembly 96: Air Cleaner 103: Alternator 110: Starter, Ignition Switch & Headlamp 120: Coil, Distributor, Spark Plugs 130: Headlamps, Parking Lamps, & Turn Indicators 140: Wiring, Main 144: Wiring marking 150: Wiring, Clock, Lighter 160: Front Fenders & Apron 170: Jacks, Speedometer, Cables 180: Shock Absorbers and Heaters 190: Radio 197: Refrigerant Lines Body: 000: Body Assemblies, Vents, Dash, Windshield, Instrument Panel 200: Front Door, Weatherstrips, Mouldings 260: Rear Door, Weatherstrips, Mouldings, Quarter Panel 400: Tailgate, Back Window, Roof 600: Seats, Hinges, Seat Tracks Soft Trim Parts

Hmmm, I think someone suggested that a year or two ago - and I didn't listen. Let me see how I could incorporate that.

Brandon - See if this helps: Engine/Windsor. I realize that this is just a start, but at least it is a start. The thing that slowed me down is the pan bolts. Ford, with their infinite wisdom, had 4 different sets of pan bolts for the 1980 - 88 engines. Did they have pans falling off so they had to change? And it took three failures to get it right on the 4th time? One change was from a 1/4-20x.93" to a 1/4-20x.94". And from 5/16-18x1.08" to 5/16x18-1.12". So, make sure you use the right bolts.

I updated the spare tire carrier (Exterior/Spare Tire Carrier) page to reflect my learnings today regarding the under-bed carriers. Apparently between 1982 and 1983 there was a change to the location where the front support for the carrier attaches to the frame. And that means that the 1983 - 86 carriers are 1 1/2" longer than the 1980 - 82 carriers.

I'm on a kick to clean things up and put them away in the shop - so I can at least turn around. So, today I put the VV carb on its throne - that's it right in the middle of the pic in my Standard Motor Products carb cabinet: (Thanks, Randy) And, I got the wiring harnii sorted into totes and labeled. Wow! That's a lot of stuff!

Courtesy of Vernon, I have one of those for the 1985 trucks. Looks to be pretty useful if you don't need the full shop manual.

Jonathan - Look closely at yours and I think you'll find that they are marked E3TA-1448-AA. If so, they are for 1983+ trucks of all GVWR's. David - I hate to burst your bubble, but with some sleuthing I think I've discovered that the spare tire carriers were divided on a year basis rather than GVWR basis. Check out the addition to this page: Exterior/Spare Tire Carriers. (Is "Exterior" where you'd expect to find a page on spare tire carriers? ) And, even the smaller carrier fits Big Blue's original tire. Randy - Unfortunately I don't think I have a spare tire carrier for you. I do have an extra, but from what I just figured out it is for a 1980 - 82 truck and yours is an '83. Perhaps Jonathan or David have one that'll fit?

I've just had a feature added to the forum that allows me to invite people via email. I have to have their email address, obviously, but it appears I'm also supposed to fill in their "screen name" or "handle". So if you know people that you think would enjoy being part of our community, send me an email (click on my name and then click on Send Email) with their email address and desired screen name. I'm told "Nabble will send an invitation to each email in the list. Users will have to click on a link to confirm their subscription."

You might be able to pay for your trip if you were to get parts for others.

David - Thanks, but the Garagemahal has a similar feature, if I understand what you are saying. At the bottom of every page is a "Google Custom Search" line. If you type in "cruise control" and hit enter you'll get the page shown below. Everything above the faint line between Car Cruise Control and Bullnose Enthusiasts is what Google found on the outside, and below that line is what it found on the inside. I frequently use that to find things I've put in a "logical place" but still can't find. However, what I'm hoping to do it to figure out how to put things in "logical places" where everyone can find them.

I hope he is. I need to send him a link to this site though since I'm no longer updating the thread(s) on FTE. And extend a welcome to the show in the fall again.

I'm sorry, but I don't have the parts you need. I've looked everywhere and they aren't here. Perhaps one of our intrepid parts finders can find them on-line for you. As a reminder, the #'s are D7AZ-2A637-A and D7AZ-2A638-A.

Guys - I think I'm a pretty well-organized guy. In fact, there are those amoung you that will say "Yes, he has it, and it is in that drawer labeled XYZ." But, when it comes to the website, meaning the pages on the Garagemahal other than this forum, I don't think it is very well organized. A case in point: Brandon just asked for info on the fasteners associated with the 351W engine. So, if you were looking for that info, where would you look? The Fasteners set of pages? Or the Engines set of pages? And where would you look for "speed control" info? Would you think to look in "Underhood"? Yes, perhaps half of the components are truly under the hood, but what about the electronic module and the horn pad which are in the cab? So, I need someone(s) who is/are good at organization to step back from the trees and look at the forest, and then make some suggestions. You don't really have to know how a website works. Instead, look at what we have and try to come up with a way to organize it to make it easier to find things.

I am still amazed that I, as a 25 year old "kid", was able to put a 4bbl intake on my 390 by myself - and not have any leaks of any kind. Yes, it helped that there was enough room in the engine compartment to get in there, and enough strength in the fender of that '72 F250 to sit on it. But that intake was massive! Dad used to say "I'd rather be lucky than good." I was lucky.

As Vernon discovered. Not even close. And that assumes you know a competent mechanic, body man, upholsterer, etc. Vernon found several mechanics that were far less than competent, and I found both a body man and an upholsterer that weren't. Subsequently I found extremely competent people in both those trades, but I'm not sure Vernon ever did.

The owner of the garagemahal is willing to bake a block. However, it is doubtful that the floor of the oven will appreciate supporting a block as it is just thin sheetmetal. So, we ought to figure out a way to provide some support. And, if we are only going to 200 degrees then 2x4's would work - assuming there's some strength around the edges. But, it will cost you. You'll have to carry off this heavy box that I keep stumbling over. I think its got some old chunk of cast iron in it, and three long bolts. As for the fasteners, do you have any idea which ones are strays? In other words, where to start?