Flash's truck

[Ms Grumpy]

I received an e-mail with some pictures that Joan had sent me. I am sure that John is probably on the road right now enjoying his new toy.


http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=136&pictureid=4208

http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=136&pictureid=4209

http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=136&pictureid=4211

http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=136&pictureid=4212

[FlintTony]

Wow, that looks goooood!!

[Ms Grumpy]

I like the color and I like the dash. No wonder John and Joan are cruising their evenings away.

[shadowgray396]

Looks very nice

[RBeckman]

Very cool and if I lived down south I would have something like that as my daily driver.

[flash]

Thanks everyone ,we are driving the wheels off of it and enjoying every minute of it .

[carpoor]

Looks great John. Hopefully I can figure out my father's truck soon. He is itching to drive his as well.

[Quadracer392]

John, the truck looks amazing! Glad your finally able to enjoy it.

[Ms Grumpy]

So how does it ride John ?

[flash]

It rides great ,we took a vacation day today and enjoyed it most of the day ,just got home from a cruise in .

[BillsCamino]

It rides great ,we took a vacation day today and enjoyed it most of the day ,just got home from a cruise in .

What happened to the 100% chance of rain yesterday??? Never saw a drop...y'all had a great day/night for cruisin' with the new wheels.
Pics look great John...nice job!!

[flash]

Yes ,the rain fizzled out before it got here but it sure did get cold .

[flash]

Anyone want to buy a truck ,I think the damn thing is possessed .

[shadowgray396]

Now what happen Flash?

[flash]

The A/C belt flew off ,the pulleys are wobbling and the water pump is leaking ,everything on this truck is new. I drove it about 3 miles to drop off a fan blade to be powder coated and when I got there I saw antifreeze pouring out under it .Opened the hood and cranked it up and antifreeze pouring out the weep hole .I about ready to give up .

[Ms Grumpy]

Don't give up John. That is how I was feeling when I finally had my car done, remember. I had so many problems but now I am so happy with it. Just take a deep breath and walk away for a few days and you will feel better.

[BillsCamino]

Sounds like another new water pump is needed. Bearing probably went bad on that one...causing the shaft & pulley to wobble...tossing the belt.
Were the belts too tight or fan out of balance??

[shadowgray396]

Or the alignment on the belts may be off adding side pressure. Make sure everything is in a straight line.

[flash]

Everything seemed to be lined up nice and straight and the belts were not overtight . It is out of commission for a while ,at least til I get back from Ohio.

[BillsCamino]

If you can get it over here I'd be glad to take a look at it John. Maybe after you return from OH...I'll be in Baton Rouge next weekend anyhow.
You going to Jasper tomorrow night??

[flash]

We hope to be in Jasper tomorrow night .

[Ms Grumpy]

You will be in Ohio next weekend...right.

[flash]

Not sure ,are we supposed to be ?

[Ms Grumpy]

Oh you are such a smart ash. That's why I look forward to seeing you.

[flash]

I filled the vert up with gas after the cruise in tonight ,still need to clean it and get it packed for the trip .We are going to head toward Ohio right after work on wednesday and drive til we get tired and find a place to stay but plan to be there early thursday. We have got to get the toys ready to go.

See you there .

[flash]

I cant believe Nancy called me a smartass ,all this time I thought I was a dumbass . I drove the truck to work today ,got the water pump replaced after the Ohio Show ,still not cooling as I had hoped but still better and no green fluid escaping .

[flash]

We were finally able to drive the truck up to Hayesville ,North Carolina today to let the previous owner have a look at the truck after restoration as I had promised him I would .He was very happy to see how it turned out and was glad that it went to a good home .It was a great day to drive a classic Chevy truck .

[flash]

We have been driving the wheels off the old truck lately ,going to the last few cruise ins here .One of our favorites may not have a location next year as the local merchants association does not want us there any longer .

[flash]

I drove the truck to work yesterday ,its been to dang cold most mornings lately to drive it ,no heat with the Vintage Air ,Im going to try another thermostat and see if it helps .

[carpoor]

Maybe air in the system?

[shadowgray396]

Nancy called you a smart ASH, lol

[fleming23]

I drove the truck to work yesterday ,its been to dang cold most mornings lately to drive it ,no heat with the Vintage Air ,Im going to try another thermostat and see if it helps .

On mine, it has an electronic water valve and must be installed a particular way for it to work. Have you checked this? As I recall, you have to program the system by jumpering a white wire to a ground which then caused all the actuators and motors to self-learn. Just a thought because the Chevelle only runs 155-160 degrees down the road in this cold weather but still blows nice and warm through the vent. I can't imagine the thermostat would have you running so cold that you get no heat, but I suppose it is a cheap part to swap out and see.

[flash]

I changed the thermostat and still very little heat ,both heater hoses are plenty hot so water is getting past the valve .I need to look online for a set of instructions as they were left at the shop when they installed it .And unfortunately Neil left the bodyshop and he installed it .

[BillsCamino]

I changed the thermostat and still very little heat ,both heater hoses are plenty hot so water is getting past the valve .I need to look online for a set of instructions as they were left at the shop when they installed it .And unfortunately Neil left the bodyshop and he installed it .

Here 'ya go John...
http://www.vintageair.com/downloads.asp

[flash]

Thanks Bill ,that will help a lot .

[Ms Grumpy]

I love these old cars/trucks but they are always a work in progress. Even when you think that you are done there is always something else to do. lol

I hope you have been able to find the problem flash.

[flash]

I have not felt up to doing anything yet .

[Ms Grumpy]

I hope you feel better soon flash..

[flash]

Thanks ,I have been fighting this crud off and on since Thanksgiving ,felt the best today than in a long time .

[FlintTony]

Hope you are getting better John.

[shadowgray396]

Here you go John

[flash]

I have seen that ,I have the tailgate and some wheels ,just need the motivation.

[BillsCamino]

I have seen that ,I have the tailgate and some wheels ,just need the motivation.

I can get Tim to weld it all up and paint it whenever you're ready John.
In fact, he's painting a gold '70 Chevy pickup today...

[flash]

Next time you are there Bill get some pics of the truck ,would love to see it .It will be a while before Im ready for a bench .

[BillsCamino]

Will do.
He also just sold a complete, solid GA but needed restore, '57 Chev pickup for $1K.
Have three and simply had to free up some storage space.