Helping a friend do this, what all is needed to install a 300 in place of a 200? Thanks
Bear with me... it may take a moment for my thoughts to unravel into the point of a clear question, but I have to get it out! lol 1st Gen G vans and 61-65 E vans and trucks have doghouses that ty...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t20582-idea-for-stuffing-v8-s-in-a-narrow-doghouse
original post by Rod re aligning and removal of the steering wheel
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t50551-steering-wheel-re-alligning
Check my GMC page. https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t60342-russell-s-66-gmc-handivan#270824
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t60590-easy-to-make-fan-shroud-for-1st-gen
I recently changed my differential gears from 3.55 to 2.70. everything went together perfectly until I went to hook up the driveline. The 2.70 yoke has a bigger cup size than my 3.55's did. A fri...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t60589-a-108-drive-line-yoke-adaptor
https://www.flickr.com/photos/scottie8door/sets/72157619785381907/
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t52016-master-clinder-for-a100-disc-brakes
Guys, I'm still a couple months from installing a headliner in my van, but I mocked one up on my workbench. We did hundreds of these headliners back in the day, they make for a very clean look. ~...
I had my old floor mat laying on my van's roof flattening back out and relaxing when I went for my first shake down drive and lost it. Went and looked around the route the next day it was gone. I...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t53973-floor-mat-template
A friend sent this link to me on how to get rusty nuts off. I could have used this info many times in the past. http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=ba2_1475277076
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t53615-how-to-get-rusty-nuts-loose
what would be a good all around welder to buy just need one for occasional use in my hobby shop . for repairing body panels and floors (sheet metal) and welding angle iron. Mig - Tig lookin...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t52777-what-would-be-the-best-all-around-good-welder-to-buy
I used the old glovebox as a pattern to make one out of cardboard, test fit and bought some thin .032 aluminum to make a new glovebox. I cut it out with shears and bent it by hand using a couple ...
A-100 STEERING WHEEL REMOVAL Post by RodStRace 12/5/2015 at 5:45 pm Thanks to sweptline site for the exploded view. Use the bottom pic marked A100! The center 'ornament' is plastic and is CAREFUL...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t50552-dodge-a-100-steering-wheel-removal-by-rodstrace
It's fairly simple to rekey your door locks to match your ignition key, or if you have an original door key and a replacement door. It only takes patience and the ability to work with really smal...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t50430-rekeying-door-locks-how-to
I rewired my A Van. It is so far, the biggest project I have done to it. In the process, I replaced the old OEM fuse panel with a nice modern ATC type panel. This week I am taking it 1 step farth...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t39912-circuit-breakers-vs-fuses
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiZOiHmcb_w
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t47196-how-to-restore-vent-window-frames
my 1966 gmc has a 6 cylinder 230ci and has a carter yf carb, but since ultimately i am looking for max cfm for that carb, i am trying to discern exactly which carter yf it is........i have a gmc ...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t44496-carburetor-confusion
giving it a try have got my original west coast mirrors soaking for 24 hours will let you know how it works " />
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t44439-get-rid-of-rust-with-vinager
Okay, a member here was asking about upgrading to discs. I do not have all the answers to your questions, but will share a few things. First, the gov't due to public demand and pressure, required...
Hi all. Just thought I’d introduce myself after lurking on the board for a while! Mine is a 66 P/U with a 302/C4/ 9 in. (3.50 posi). I might as well take this opportunity to share my latest pro...
Someone posted a "how to" on installing the 3 way seat belts in a econoline van/pickup. Can`t find the thread. Need to know where to weld on the pillar for the shoulder harness. Art
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t15268-3-way-seat-belt-install
I knew I had to get it done. The leaf springs were metal-to-metal with the shackles and body spring mounts. Obviously the rubber bushings, or what was left of them, were the original half-century...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t13825-suspension-bushings-for-my-econo-pickup
Here is a link on how to install a wiper delay setup on our econolines. It's for f100's but it will work on econolines. Eric http://www.fordification.com/bumpwiki/index.php?title=How_to_Inst...
Any of you guys use any air ride kits on your vans? If so which kit's did you use and on what model/yr van were you working on? Any info would be good. Thanks
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t38442-air-ride-information
This may not be "how its done" but I am going to try to share how I am goign about it. Please if you have any tips please do share. These were the first few steps
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t37930-sheet-metal-repair-for-63-falcon-econo
There seems to be a wheel question at least once a month. So, I decided to go back and gather all my previous posts and info I shared with the mods here and write up a single reference for DODGE ...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t35059-dodge-van-wheel-questions
nothing like finding more work to do in the winter months. http://www.madelectrical.com/electricaltech/amp-gauges.shtml
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t37779-removing-that-amp-gauge
once the old one is been removed and cleaned up, use a all thred with washers and allign up the bushing. then start to tighten up the all thred nut and draw the bushing in thruthe opening. ...
Haven't gotten the chance to go thru the van start checklist yet-but we found a simple solution to our harness connector problem.... Corrosion of conformity Farm-boy fixed! I've never seen this...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t36751-triple-bypass-surgery
Hello vanners! I have gotten so much golden information from this site and I thank you. But now, I have another question: Awhile back, we had starting problems. We took out some old, dead gauge...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t36600-fix-replace-harness-connector
Electrical problems are scary to most people. The fear of the unknown and mostly unseen. The fear of getting zapped. The lack of knowing how to properly diagnose a problem and being certain it ...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t35895-how-to-diagnose-and-repair-electrical-problems
Got tired of looking at the faded pointers on our Econolines gauges So today I went to Hobby Lobby for florescent orange paint (they only had it in a spray can) and a brush. Then over to an offic...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t19991-econoline-gauge-spruce-up
Hope this clears up any questions.
If your power tool battery won't charge anymore or does not last very long, you might try this. the batteries are in series, hooked positive to negative to positive to negative,,,,,if one goes ...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t34788-power-tool-battery
I’ve needed a body cart, or dolly so many times, but the cost seems prohibitive for what they are. The homebuilt plans I’ve seen get overly complex, and many are a major storage problem too. ...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t34100-building-a-cheap-body-dolly
http://www.mustangmonthly.com/howto/mump_1111_how_to_bench_bleed_a_master_cylinder/viewall.html
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t32833-how-to-bench-bleed-the-master-clynder
So your engine starts and runs, but it's got a miss or you changed parts or you want to make sure it's running it's best. First, Make sure that the points are set properly with a dwell meter. Gap...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t30603-tuning-an-engine-with-a-vacuum-gauge
When I can't work on the van, I try to keep busy. Here is a little something I put together. DIY Parts Tumbler. I needed something with a strong motor with plenty of torque. After much searching,...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t31539-diy-parts-tumbler
and its pouring oil. happened to me yesterday. its not copper so I couldent crimp it to stop the leak until I get a replacement . to plug up that line i just melted the end closed with a lighter ...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t29891-my-nylon-oil-pressure-sender-line-broke
http://www.lbfun.com/warehouse/tech_info/fuel%20&%20intake/How%20to%20Build%20a%20Fuel%20Line.pdf Cool link on building a fuel line with good info.
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t25343-building-a-fuel-line
I've done many repairs on fuel gauges and senders for friends and myself on our Ford Falcons. It took a bit of trial and error, but it was found that most problems have to do with a poorly ground...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t14006-fuel-gauge-sender-diagnostics
In my neck of the woods, retailers don't sell the carburetor refinishing kits such as that by Eastwood. I'm looking for an alternative method that will restore the look of my carbs while withstan...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t15198-painting-your-carburetor
This is new to me. Thought it was good to learn. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7mGGCVwl-E&noredirect=1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHf-mbuaJsI&feature=relmfu
Im getting ready to start the body prep on the Magic Bus... Ive never did any body work or painted a whole vehicle before.. Ive turned ALOT of bolts in my life..did it for a living for 7 years......
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t19031-advice-on-prepping-for-paint-sanding-etc-help-body-men
First, loosen up the pivot bolt and the lock bolt. Slide the accessory in, then remove the belt from the pulleys. If it doesn't come off easily, make sure the acc. is full in. Then look at the ro...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t23509-stop-cursing-when-putting-on-belts
I got several pm's on the power brake setup asking for information and a how to. I am not great at doing how to's, would rather be building something with my hands but I hope this gives a bit of ...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t21013-econoline-power-brakes-information
Got the vitals of the van running ok, now just cosmetic work. I want to do a more thorough job but don't have time or the resources (like a garage) right now. Engine's good-just need to get it re...
ive had a hard time picking the right wheel, ive been through the gallery here and on other sites. i have bought and sold 4 used sets, just didnt seem to look right on my van. cragers would have ...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t8834-newer-gm-wheels-on-our-classic-vans
For those of us that didn't get the Fan Shroud with their Van, I found this in the July 2009 issue of 'Street Rodder'. This magazine is pretty cool, even though they are working on older cars muc...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t5969-make-your-own-metal-fan-shroud
dont know how to do get this done, but i want to find out. whats the easiest, cheapest and good looking way to cover windows. the outcome on this corvair is nice.. any ideas?
Everyone loves heat management threads right I wanted to replace the stock 16" 5 bladed mechanical fan on my 273 with something that would move more air. I priced NOS/Used 7 bladed fans for these...
https://vintage-vans.forumotion.com/t16241-mechanical-fan-replacement-electric-fan-addition