1952 Ford F1
As is usual, when I buy a car, truck or motorcycle despite assurances from the seller that there are no known issues, it usually takes weeks or months to get the vehicle off the 4-post ramp when it's lifted for the first time. Well this truck was certainly no exception.
Given the state of the front brake pads and rear shoes it's a wonder this truck could actually stop. I managed to ascertain the front discs and calipers were GM 1979-88 (Front caliper Left 45915 / Front caliper Right 459756). I ordered and fitted a set of front pads: Brake Pads Front Chevrolet Blazer S10 82-96/Camaro 82-92.
The rear axle needed a lot of attention, including all oil seals, outer bearings, shoes, wheel cylinders and drums. As you can see from the photos, the rear brakes were completely overhauled. The drums I decided to get machined. The brake parts I purchased from Germany: www.kilan-shop.de.
Three days were devoted to wire brushing the underside including the chassis before everything was treated to two coats of POR15.
When I bought the truck I knew straight away I wanted to replace the deck timber for something a bit more original. Luckily, I had in storage some floorboards that had been used in a house of mine for 24 years, and before that they were gracing the floors of a very expensive 18th century home in St Johns Wood, which I managed to salvage from a skip during building works. It's very satisfying giving something a second life, let alone a third one. It's hard to believe looking at them, but hours were spent sanding, repairing and prepping them ready for 5 coats of sealer.
Being 6'1" the bench seat position wasn't great because the battery had been squeezed in behind the seat. I therefore ran brand new cables and electrics and moved the battery to the rear deck. At the same time, I changed all the fuse holders and incorporated everything into the vintage chest, which makes maintenance really easy. I also fitted a battery cut-out to the side of the chest.
All the lights were cleaned up or replaced to ensure the best integrity for visibility and conspicuity.
A new handbrake, linkages and cables were installed.
A full service with all oils, filter and new brake fluid.
The rear screen leaked and a new rubber was imported from the States and installed.
In summary, a shed load of work has been done to ensure the truck is 100% safe and running as it should. The truck was road-tested and all the niggles identified and rectified.
Specification Summary
Engine
Engine No 10066061. 8272
4 bolt retainer
262
Make: GM - CHEVY PASS.
Year: 1989 - 1992
Liters: 4.3L
Cubic Inch: 262
VIN Code: Z
Engine Type: V6-OHV, CHEV. TBI, RWD.
Cylinders: 6 Cyl. Engines and Crankshaft Kits
Transmission
700R4. - MD8 (casting no 8676359). Most likely from a 1991 Chevy 4x4 Suburban. The bellhousing is numbered 15644627.
Rear Axle
(Chevrolet Astro 1990-2002). The rear axle is a GM17 K. (casting no 26019798).
Outer bearings Timken 5707-TIM
Outer seal Timken 8660S
Front Tyres 245/45ZR20 103W XL
Rear Tyres 245/45ZR20 103W XL
Wheels ZL6178 20 x 9.5J ET12 (vision 55)
Exhaust Manifolds
LH Exhaust Manifold GM# 10054763
RH Exhaust Manifold GM# 10054764
1991 Chevrolet S10 with a 4.3L V6 TBI automatic 2WD truck.
Rear Air Bags
Airmaxxx 2B2600
Air Pumps
Part No AM480
12V. 21Amps. 200PSI. 1.75CFM
Rear Shocks
1ASHA00084
Oil Filter
Fram Oil Filter FF3980
Given the state of the front brake pads and rear shoes it's a wonder this truck could actually stop. I managed to ascertain the front discs and calipers were GM 1979-88 (Front caliper Left 45915 / Front caliper Right 459756). I ordered and fitted a set of front pads: Brake Pads Front Chevrolet Blazer S10 82-96/Camaro 82-92.
The rear axle needed a lot of attention, including all oil seals, outer bearings, shoes, wheel cylinders and drums. As you can see from the photos, the rear brakes were completely overhauled. The drums I decided to get machined. The brake parts I purchased from Germany: www.kilan-shop.de.
Three days were devoted to wire brushing the underside including the chassis before everything was treated to two coats of POR15.
When I bought the truck I knew straight away I wanted to replace the deck timber for something a bit more original. Luckily, I had in storage some floorboards that had been used in a house of mine for 24 years, and before that they were gracing the floors of a very expensive 18th century home in St Johns Wood, which I managed to salvage from a skip during building works. It's very satisfying giving something a second life, let alone a third one. It's hard to believe looking at them, but hours were spent sanding, repairing and prepping them ready for 5 coats of sealer.
Being 6'1" the bench seat position wasn't great because the battery had been squeezed in behind the seat. I therefore ran brand new cables and electrics and moved the battery to the rear deck. At the same time, I changed all the fuse holders and incorporated everything into the vintage chest, which makes maintenance really easy. I also fitted a battery cut-out to the side of the chest.
All the lights were cleaned up or replaced to ensure the best integrity for visibility and conspicuity.
A new handbrake, linkages and cables were installed.
A full service with all oils, filter and new brake fluid.
The rear screen leaked and a new rubber was imported from the States and installed.
In summary, a shed load of work has been done to ensure the truck is 100% safe and running as it should. The truck was road-tested and all the niggles identified and rectified.
Specification Summary
- S10 frame with a 4.3L V6 and 700R4 transmission.
- Custom rear 4-link with air ride on each corner.
Engine
Engine No 10066061. 8272
4 bolt retainer
262
Make: GM - CHEVY PASS.
Year: 1989 - 1992
Liters: 4.3L
Cubic Inch: 262
VIN Code: Z
Engine Type: V6-OHV, CHEV. TBI, RWD.
Cylinders: 6 Cyl. Engines and Crankshaft Kits
Transmission
700R4. - MD8 (casting no 8676359). Most likely from a 1991 Chevy 4x4 Suburban. The bellhousing is numbered 15644627.
Rear Axle
(Chevrolet Astro 1990-2002). The rear axle is a GM17 K. (casting no 26019798).
Outer bearings Timken 5707-TIM
Outer seal Timken 8660S
Front Tyres 245/45ZR20 103W XL
Rear Tyres 245/45ZR20 103W XL
Wheels ZL6178 20 x 9.5J ET12 (vision 55)
Exhaust Manifolds
LH Exhaust Manifold GM# 10054763
RH Exhaust Manifold GM# 10054764
1991 Chevrolet S10 with a 4.3L V6 TBI automatic 2WD truck.
Rear Air Bags
Airmaxxx 2B2600
Air Pumps
Part No AM480
12V. 21Amps. 200PSI. 1.75CFM
Rear Shocks
1ASHA00084
Oil Filter
Fram Oil Filter FF3980
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