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When it comes time to replace, IF ever, they are much, much easier to work with than copper. They would be easier to replace if there is a malfunction. I worry more about copper getting damaged, i.e. bent and kinked, than the nylon. You can get a fairly decent bend with the nylon without...
End of last week I finished replacing all the copper air lines and fittings with 3/8"OD and 1/2"OD DOT reinforced nylon tubing and push-to-fit fittings bumper to bumperette.
Everything has been replaced with the exception of the under dash tubing for the low air warning switch and the...
On Sunday, 08-11-13, My Dad and and I attended the Wounded Warriors Car Show to benefit the Semper Fi Fund at Wyo-Tech Automotive Technology School in Long Beach, CA . That's my Dad's '30 Ford Model A 5-Window Coupe, Finbar, the Leprechaun. This is the sixth show of its kind and our first time...
We are glad you and your family made it out safely. That's what matters most. The good Lord had your back. Good job on your field expedient repairs. This is definitely a testament to carrying spare parts and a good set of tools.
I installed some bumperettes from an M54. They're more cosmetic than functional filling a void created by the bed overhang. I am happy with the results. It did require a little modification so I am able to remove the tie-down pins.
I finally obtained and installed the steel plate that...
Black wheels...easy to paint and easy to touch up, can of Krylon Professional flat black, after projects requiring tire removal. Get some fiberglass troop seats...much easier to maintain2cents
I did consider just threading the rope through the grommets and leaving the rope on the top when removed. Then I thought it would be easier to install the hooked rope after putting the top on. That way I didn't have rope flopping all over and potentially getting tangled on something while...
I just put the full cab top back on for long term coverage. The bikini top is sort of like "Sunday-go-da-meetin'" clothes. I've gotten quite adept on the donning and doffing of cab tops.
Trucklite LED floodlight (81250) installed on right taillight as reverse light.
New clutch pedal return, parking brake release and accelerator pedal return springs installed.
Power steering assist cylinder cover rubber isolator replaced.
Front shock absorbers replaced with Gabriel...