Guest softtomgirl Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 (edited) I just brought home this pickup that my dad gave me. And a repair manual for this truck should arrive this week. Will start stripping it down this month. Any and all advice and resource info is greatly appreciated. For some reason a photo will not upload. I'll try cropping it and uploading again. Edited September 9, 2014 by softtomgirl (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 I have had good luck with limiting the photo pixel sizes to 2000 pixels or less in BOTH directions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countrytravler Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 (edited) When you get her settled in, we have many parts, experience and know-how with these trucks. Is it a KCL or KC? 1st series or 2nd? Building a 34 for a customer at this time. Edited September 17, 2014 by countrytravler (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 I have had good luck with limiting the photo pixel sizes to 2000 pixels or less in BOTH directions.Thx. I'll give that a try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 When you get here settled in, we have many parts, experience and know-how with these trucks. Is it a KCL or KC? 1st series or 2nd? Building a 34 for a customer at this time.got you on my radar Dave. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 this much I know so far - the gas tank and filler tube, seat, dash gauges, and windshield wipers are gone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobless Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Thats a nice one... now if it just had suicide doors,,,,,, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countrytravler Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Looks to be a KCL-rare! 119" wheel base. Nice start!:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 12, 2014 Share Posted September 12, 2014 Looks to be a KCL-rare! 119" wheel base. Nice start!:cool:Dave, I haven't picked up my mail yet so don't know a lot of things yet like KCL or KC, or 1st or 2nd series,etc. But Thx for the info. I'm so excited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 12, 2014 Share Posted September 12, 2014 Thats a nice one... now if it just had suicide doors,,,,,,Suicide doors would have been nice but I am happy with what I got. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countrytravler Posted September 12, 2014 Share Posted September 12, 2014 It is a 2nd seriesRegular doorsSolid topCrank out windshield with the crank in center3 hole dash for the gauges-some with a glove box Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 12, 2014 Share Posted September 12, 2014 This is not a very user friendly site. I uploaded pics before but now I can not figure it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 12, 2014 Share Posted September 12, 2014 Serial number on engine is D5-42569. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 12, 2014 Share Posted September 12, 2014 I'm a little disappointed with the manual I bought. Doesn't tell me what dash gages are what, what the openings are above the windshield. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobless Posted September 12, 2014 Share Posted September 12, 2014 I'm a little disappointed with the manual I bought. Doesn't tell me what dash gages are what, what the openings are above the windshield.wiper motor holes? above windshield? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobless Posted September 12, 2014 Share Posted September 12, 2014 This is not a very user friendly site. I uploaded pics before but now I can not figure it out.go advanced and manage attachments..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 go advanced and manage attachments.....Don't see the"manage attachments". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 this much I know so far - the gas tank and filler tube, seat, dash gauges, and windshield wipers are gone.so are the hubcaps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobless Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Don't see the"manage attachments".when you reply to a thread scroll down you will see manage attachments,click it it will bring you to add files , here you can upload your pictures, resize them , with edit pictures or the files will be to large to load, good luck, if you get stuck send them to me and I can load them, signalsteve@comcast.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JACK M Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 You have to hit 'go advanced' first Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 when you reply to a thread scroll down you will see manage attachments,click it it will bring you to add files , here you can upload your pictures, resize them , with edit pictures or the files will be to large to load, good luck, if you get stuck send them to me and I can load them, signalsteve@comcast.netI see no manage attachments. Perhaps because I am using my tablet. I'll try it on my laptop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Thank you for your patience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 I was right. the tablet does not give me that option. now to figure out how I got photos from my tablet to my laptop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 more photos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 is this radiator cap original or something he just installed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 how do I restore the chrome? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JACK M Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 That cap looks like a gas cap from a Challenger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 (edited) The cap is definitely a gas cap, but I do not think it is for a Challenger. More like 1962 Falcon or something similar. Look around for a local chrome shop for cleaning-rechroming. Edited September 17, 2014 by keiser31 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countrytravler Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 1935 2nd seriesWhat is the wheel base? 111 1/4 or 119" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 1935 2nd seriesWhat is the wheel base? 111 1/4 or 119"measuring from where to where? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 The cap is definitely a gas cap, but I do not think it is for a Challenger. More like 1962 Falcon or something similar. Look around for a local chrome shop for cleaning-rechroming.From the wee bit of research I've done chrome is actually plated? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countrytravler Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Center axle to center axle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobless Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 is this radiator cap original or something he just installed?look like gas cap off 70's dodge duster..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobless Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Center axle to center axle.[ATTACH=CONFIG]269954[/ATTACH]This truck for sale???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1936 D2 Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 (edited) Some of the "chrome" is actually stainless steel. Those parts may now just be looking dull but not rusted. Other "chrome" is actually regular steel with plating. Generally this plating consists of a layer of copper, covered by a layer of nickel to render the silver color. Your '35 would then have a third very thin layer of chromium. This protects the silvery (but somewhat yellow) nickel layer with a fairly hard bluish /clear layer of chrome. That is then the finished look. The stainless steel parts can be straightened if necessary and all of it can then be polished to a high shine. The chrome can be cleaned to some extent, mainly to remove any rust forming over the top of the chrome layer, but if there is any pitting this means the three layers have been compromised and the steel below is being affected (rusting). To make it look perfect again these parts will need to be completely replated. If you are liking the bit pitted older looking patina then just cleaning the rust off the chrome and the application of a good wax may be all you need. It is all about personal taste and size of pocketbook. There have been other posts in the past discussing how to clean chrome. Edited September 17, 2014 by 1936 D2 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest softtomgirl Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Some of the "chrome" is actually stainless steel. Those parts may now just be looking dull but not rusted. Other "chrome" is actually regular steel with plating. Generally this plating consists of a layer of copper, covered by a layer of nickel to render the silver color. Your '35 would then have a third very thin layer of chromium. This protects the silvery (but somewhat yellow) nickel layer with a fairly hard bluish /clear layer of chrome. That is then the finished look. The stainless steel parts can be straightened if necessary and all of it can then be polished to a high shine. The chrome can be cleaned to some extent, mainly to remove any rust forming over the top of the chrome layer, but if there is any pitting this means the three layers have been compromised and the steel below is being affected (rusting). To make it look perfect again these parts will need to be completely replated. If you are liking the bit pitted older looking patina then just cleaning the rust off the chrome and the application of a good wax may be all you need. It is all about personal taste and size of pocketbook. There have been other posts in the past discussing how to clean chrome.okay. Great info. I should probably take a photo of the bumper,post it and get some feedback. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countrytravler Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 This truck for sale????This truck was sold to the Chrysler museum in 1998-99But we have a black with red fenders that has been posted for sale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countrytravler Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Serial number on engine is D5-42569.Engine is from a 1937 Dodge D5 car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countrytravler Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Plain radiator cap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countrytravler Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Rams radiator cap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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