Brad in Wisconsin

Have this oddity of a Hi-way mower that has a Ford O-head valve six in it. I found out it built in the 1952 to 54 range. I pulled the fuel pump to get a replacement as years ago an electric pump had been installed . When I pulled the pump,there was no pump finger or what ever the dinkus that rubs against the cam is called. There seems to be no need of a rod rod inside and the cam is close enough soas I can stick my little finger in and feel the camshaft turn when I turn the engine over. The pump that was on it is an A/C with a number of 236X40957. I've looked on Evil-bay and have seen numerous types of pumps for sale that supposedly fit my engine but don't look like mine Mine has no sediment bulb and such. Do numerous types of pumps fit or ????? Thanks Brad

thanks for the replys if'ns someone want to deal with the guy PM me for his number Brad

spent the last 50 or so years filling a silo as a power unit. Was told it was a Packard. I said to the man didn't know they made a O-head engine but the Junkman insisted. Rule no. 1 never argue with someone you want to buy things from. What do you guys think? Thinking Hudson? F-head

Hi was just looking thru and old 70's book called motoring by L.T.C. Rolt and there was drawing of E.J. jumping a chasm aka Evil Kneival with his machine. ,,,,sure,,,,,,,, anywho I was wondering if anyone researched this sharpie and I found a number of pages about him in a book called " Wisconsin Cars & Trucks a centenary "ISBN: 0-9664804-0-6 Seems he was in S.E. Wisconsin bilking monies outta the poor fellers down there.

took this pic today inna construction salvage yard really complete even the spiderweb taillights!

wanna see a pic?

like the title says,,,,,,,,, it says USN 104272 on the hood and USN Bomb Service truck Mark II and model II on the tag. Also a Burma jeep maybe? I'll never get my Topeka Hi-way mower done.........is this worth the effort? Thanks

I've known of this machine for some time and now find it is for sale. as you can see Lord knows how many Wisconsin winters have had it's way with the truck. so I assume one should expect the worst ,,Hardwateritis included. anyone know what type of engine and availability of parts tires spokes et-al

Fellas, would like this string to remain on subject or am I missing something here...... is this the only "existing" AMERICAN made steam truck/bus in the world !!!! I know of the existing Stanley mountain wagons but these are slightly altered automobile chassis' and this was an attempt to manufacture a a medium to a heavy truck chassis running on steam....

found this on the net! Maybe this is the bus? Stewart Archive - Cruban Machine & Steel Company

the lites say STOPRAY on top of lens and guidex in script on the bottom

whoops forgot pics.

shoulda listed this before the sign but kinda anti-climatic but what do they fit??? Thanks all

yep has a Yale lock and it says ST420 Thanks for the interest! now to find someone who needs it......Again All Thanks

whew! went out on a limb on this!!!!!!!!!! had to save from the scrap-man's trailer.......and he whacked me for it! but had to save it as it is cool. note casting numbers and the main case is aluminum??? 3 spd./reverse any ideas???

I went looking for rear axles from Fords of the era. I found a 56 1 ton that had a different style of spring hangers and a 46 that has a similar set up but heavier i.e. wider springs. anyone got a 52 to 54 ford truck to look at the rear axle??????? I've contacted the Yahoo group and the old tractor forum...Brad

got a pic of the spring hanger and a shot with axle removed distance tween hangers is 44 inches with room for a 2 inch spring

You guys have been so helpful with my Topeka/Ford Tractor/truck, and I have another question. I'm in search of a rear axle to replace the sixties GM car rear axle that is currently in my tractor/truck,with an appropriate truck axle from the era of the machine. You guys have said it is the mid fifties. I'm sending 2 pics. to show what I have and what I need. Please note that the purple/yellow tractor has 5 hole front wheels and mind has 8 on the front. Do I need a 3/4 ,1,or a 1 1/2 ton truck axle???????? Please refer to my earlier post as some pictures there might be of help. Thanks to all!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks Fellas on the quick replies.......now to figure out what type of rear axle should live under the tractor......Again Thanks

Need some help getting to date a Topeka mowing machine made of Ford truck parts. Engine///On the block above oil pan on manifolds side, I found these casting numbers,,,,,,,,EPB 6015H......same side, closer to front, E &BO 7 and a LARGE 7 I need to date the engine Gauges/// brand and year Transmission/// (see pictures) age and application Rear of machine shot///to find and install a proper rear axle note picture of rear gas tank with spring hangers below on frame. center to center hangers are 44 inches apart. Final question,,,,,,,,,,,anybody know year of hood ornament? THANKS ALL

love the junk pile picture Stephen48 sent did you see the Fordson about to T-bone the Essex and the head-on with the Ford truck grille?

I had this in the Buick section but wanted to add it here to get more exposure........a bud's got a V-6 Buick that came out his Pa's boat I pulled some casting numbers. Any idea of the year ? On rear of block B8-22 138 16 23 on intake is B-19 B136155ZTM Thanks

a bud's got a V-6 Buick that came out his Pa's boat I pulled some casting numbers. Any idea of the year ? On rear of block B8-22 138 16 23 on intake is B-19 B136155ZTM Thanks

wanted to revive this post ........the plugs have a series of rings but they are not threads made of pot/monkey metal if your English

the business name on the door says H.(Henry) Ramthun & Sons (my Grandfather was Eldon, number 2 of 3 children) Hardware-Tinning Plumbing-Heating Kewaskum Wis. (Wisconsin USA) on the box it said Shellane Bottle gas and Phone 2954 I remember being little and picking up the phone and telling the operator I wanted to talk to "Grandpa Ellie" she would connect me. How is that for small town !!!!!!!!!! got some other pictures but don't have a scanner.