JohnD1956 Posted July 10, 2013 Share Posted July 10, 2013 Thanks. I'll check it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted July 26, 2013 Author Share Posted July 26, 2013 I have a good start on the fuel pump rebuilding. I will make two from the three. Mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avgwarhawk Posted July 26, 2013 Share Posted July 26, 2013 Use a bit of lock-tite on the bolts. The bolts that hold the cap on the vacuum portion of my pump came loose. It was chattering like two clam shells with every stroke of the pump. Not to mention I had no wipers as well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted July 27, 2013 Author Share Posted July 27, 2013 Use a bit of lock-tite on the bolts. The bolts that hold the cap on the vacuum portion of my pump came loose. It was chattering like two clam shells with every stroke of the pump. Not to mention I had no wipers as well!Thanks for the tip. I have been using the blue removable lock-tite on many of the bolts and nuts just to make sure, and it is still removable without using heat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted July 30, 2013 Author Share Posted July 30, 2013 Once again I am learning way more than I wanted to know about Early and Late 55 Fuel pumps.The center sections will interchange as long as you use the lever from that pump. I was going to use my original lever in the late center body but it is too wide. The vacuum section on the early pump has a long spring pocket. The late has a short spring pocket. The early produces about 9 Hg vacuum and the late produces about 15 Hg The Early vacuum body has thicker walls than the late. How do I know this? When I staked the late body I cracked the housing where the stack marks were. It is very thin. (I have another one) I used a little JB weld so I could compare the vacuum readings. Oh by the way, when your trying to hook up the diaphragm to the lever… make sure you don’t have any hammers around or things could end badly. Mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 Leave it to Mudbone to completely analyze and test those pumps! I cracked the only short pocket pump I have and it is in service with JBWeld also. That's another reason I leave the valves alone if the the pump is clean inside and if the valves are sealing --- a crusty unit is another matter.Make a tool using a nail bent at 90* to help hook the diaphragms or let gravity keep the levers in position. That hammer temptation is something I have succumbed to (too many times).Willie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted August 27, 2013 Author Share Posted August 27, 2013 (edited) I found some time last Saturday to test the rebuilt carb and fuel pump. I ended up using my original early top and bottom sections of the pump with a late middle section. I added a 1/16 shim washer under the vacuum side spring and it increased the vacuum about 4 Hg. I will run that for now anyway. After I was done that day I realized that the idle should improve when I bolt that heavy torque converter onto that light flywheel. So there is no sense in wasting any more time on it until it is in the car. I also have to rebuild the distributor, install the correct plugs (I am running 45s) and wires and advance the timing a little. One step closer… Mud Edited August 27, 2013 by Mudbone (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avgwarhawk Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Super nice! The carb will be a dance. It was for me Eventually you will find the happy place on adjustments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted September 15, 2013 Author Share Posted September 15, 2013 After contemplating the next step on Project 66R, I was torn between installing the engine and trans first and then dropping the body on; or drop the body so I have more room to install the engine and trans. After several discussions with Willie and changing my mind several times. I decided to drop the body first. Not my original plan but with space limitations I had to compromise. Well anyway I spent most of the morning getting ready and had it on the frame this afternoon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackofalltrades70 Posted September 15, 2013 Share Posted September 15, 2013 Looking great Mud! Cannot wait to see more! You da man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted September 15, 2013 Share Posted September 15, 2013 Good job! How's the back and knees this morning? I don't see any helpers in the picture, which is a good thing (I had to send mine home since there were too many 'opinions').You may have to put the motor mounts on the engine first, then install...no big deal if clearance issues.Too bad only the lizards will see that frame detail from now on.Willie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted September 15, 2013 Share Posted September 15, 2013 Hey Willie, not to worry. We can roll Mud's car over right next to Roberts car at the next few Nationals.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted September 15, 2013 Author Share Posted September 15, 2013 Hey Willie, not to worry. We can roll Mud's car over right next to Roberts car at the next few Nationals..At the pace I'm going. I may have to make it wheel chair accessible! Mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick5563 Posted September 16, 2013 Share Posted September 16, 2013 At the pace I'm going. I may have to make it wheel chair accessible! MudWe need the "Like" button back :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted September 16, 2013 Share Posted September 16, 2013 X2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted September 17, 2013 Author Share Posted September 17, 2013 Good job! How's the back and knees this morning? I don't see any helpers in the picture, which is a good thing (I had to send mine home since there were too many 'opinions').You may have to put the motor mounts on the engine first, then install...no big deal if clearance issues.Too bad only the lizards will see that frame detail from now on.WillieNo helpers, just patience. Actually I raised the chassis up to the body so I'm not hurting too bad. I made a quick video if anyone is bored and needs something to do, Mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 Makin' it look easy again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avgwarhawk Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 Nice work sir! I need to put a floor lift like yours on my Christmas list! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick5563 Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 It's a Hell of a driver, Mud! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 4 1/2 years Eh! It's Miller Time! You earned it many times over... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted October 6, 2013 Author Share Posted October 6, 2013 I started assembly of the power steering unit. I finally have all the correct seals and o-rings. I made the paper gaskets. Ran out of time today to finish. Mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted October 6, 2013 Share Posted October 6, 2013 MudLooking good! Thanks for calling the wrong seal number to my attention: http://forums.aaca.org/f162/low-tech-tips-mid-50s-buicks-249116.html ...it has been corrected!I expect to see a video of the bench test...Willie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted October 6, 2013 Author Share Posted October 6, 2013 My body was worn out but my brain kept on going, so I came up with this. I took an exploded view of the steering unit (1954) and removed the letter codes from the various parts and put in the current part numbers for seals and o-rings. I hope this will help out someone else when they are doing a rebuild. (If anyone discovers an incorrect number let me know) Mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick5563 Posted October 8, 2013 Share Posted October 8, 2013 Excellent idea, Mud!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted October 29, 2013 Author Share Posted October 29, 2013 A couple of weeks ago I lost winter storage for the Model T. So I have been looking all over to find it a new place for the winter. (Without winter storage for the T. Mama would not be very happy, as her car would sit out all winter. I would not be very happy because it would greatly hinder the already slow progress on the Buick. Saturday I stopped by the local storage place and asked about vehicle storage. He said he didn’t have any 10 x 20s available. I said, do you have anything smaller? Yea, I have a 10 x 15 open November 1st. Great, the model T is only 12 & ½ ‘ long, I’ll take it! Now I can get back on that steering gear! Mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 Good thing you weren't looking for Storage for a 65 Electra 225 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 8, 2013 Author Share Posted November 8, 2013 Rework! I don’t even have the steering gear all the way completed and it already leaks oil. I guess I will remove one more shim and put sealer between all the shims and try again. I hope my rolling torque doesn’t change. Mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasJohn55 Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 Hey Mud, Why remove a shim? Dry everything and use anaerobic sealer, the excess will squeeze out, don't forget to seal the bolt threads also. I would vote against silicone gasket sealer, it is pretty thick and heavy. TJ55 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 8, 2013 Author Share Posted November 8, 2013 Hey Mud, Why remove a shim? Dry everything and use anaerobic sealer, the excess will squeeze out, don't forget to seal the bolt threads also. I would vote against silicone gasket sealer, it is pretty thick and heavy. TJ55There are about 4 shims left in the stack. I took out two .003 shims to get the rolling torque correct. If I put anaerobic sealer on all sides of the 4 shims, I'm sure it will take up at least .002. Any way, I will re-check my rolling torque when I am done and see what I end up with. Mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 12, 2013 Author Share Posted November 12, 2013 Hey Mud, Why remove a shim? Dry everything and use anaerobic sealer, the excess will squeeze out, don't forget to seal the bolt threads also. I would vote against silicone gasket sealer, it is pretty thick and heavy. TJ55TJ, you were correct. I tried taking out a .002 shim and I coated all the sides of the four remaining shims and it was too tight. I put the .002 shim back in and it is a little looser but still in spec. Thanks, Mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 17, 2013 Author Share Posted November 17, 2013 Steering unit testing is complete. Now a little paint and I can install it. Mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted November 17, 2013 Share Posted November 17, 2013 Good job on the unit and the video! I updated the webpage on my website to reflect your contribution: http://www.buickrestorer.com/powersteering.htmlWillie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 21, 2013 Author Share Posted November 21, 2013 The jobs not done until you make it pretty! Mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 The jobs not done until you make it pretty! Mud That you did!! Nice. Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 23, 2013 Author Share Posted November 23, 2013 After looking at my photo's I realized something was missing. Now it is complete! Mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 23, 2013 Author Share Posted November 23, 2013 (edited) Things move along when you have the time. Mud Edited November 24, 2013 by Mudbone Ad Video (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotts_DG8 Posted November 24, 2013 Share Posted November 24, 2013 I've been following your project along since the start and think you are doing just an amazing job, it's looking just great. There is one thing though, I don't recall the factory using blue tape during assembly. Scott... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 24, 2013 Author Share Posted November 24, 2013 I've been following your project along since the start and think you are doing just an amazing job, it's looking just great. There is one thing though, I don't recall the factory using blue tape during assembly. Scott...What color was It? I better get some! Mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fr. Buick Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Wow, nice job!!! Are you able to put the column on over the steering shaft with the gear in place? I had to assemble it all together. Amazing job, and thanks for detailing in video. It is one thing to do it all. It is another to stop and record the fact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick5563 Posted November 29, 2013 Share Posted November 29, 2013 ........thanks for detailing in video. It is one thing to do it all. It is another to stop and record the fact.Exactly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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