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allanita |
09-17-2015 @ 3:20 PM
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Finally worked the lid off the oil canister and ordered new oil filter. It is slow but progress is being made!
Happy Trails, Allanita
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allanita |
09-13-2015 @ 2:26 PM
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Thanks Cliftford, we just didn't want to force it and break something. We'll keep working on it.
Happy Trails, Allanita
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cliftford |
09-13-2015 @ 1:32 PM
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Once you remove the bolt it should come right off. If not, tap around the edge with a plastic hammer, but leave the bolt partly scr*w*d in, as the cap is spring loaded.
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allanita |
09-13-2015 @ 11:45 AM
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And another question we need help with: The lid to the oil filter canister: does it twist off or just lift off once the bolt is undone? Lid is either very stuck or we are not trying to take it off right. We can't seem to open it up.
Happy Trails, Allanita
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joe b |
09-11-2015 @ 2:08 PM
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You might take your radiator to a good shop. They can remove the tanks and rod it out. A lot less than a new radiator I would think.
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alanwoodieman |
09-11-2015 @ 12:58 PM
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Ford radiators are tough! even if you buy a new radiator, flush out before you change to a new one-gets the rust out of the engine block and the sludge out of the cooling system
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allanita |
09-11-2015 @ 8:57 AM
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Thank you. It is just temp. to see if the engine will turn over before we go spending a bunch of money on her. And SHE IS GOOD! So now we start replacing and fixing her up.
Happy Trails, Allanita
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flathead4rd |
09-11-2015 @ 7:20 AM
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You mention a 12 volt battery. Don't forget it has a 6 positive ground system unless someone converted it 12 volts.
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allanita |
09-11-2015 @ 6:06 AM
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Thank you alanwoodieman that makes perfect sense. Trying to decide to buy new radiator or flush this one. Just don't want to ruin what we do have. Everybody's help is greatly appreciated.
Happy Trails, Allanita
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alanwoodieman |
09-10-2015 @ 7:12 PM
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do everything mentioned above. but I will add a coolant system flush. remove thermostats, drain all antifreeze out and fill radiator/engine/heater with white vinegar-run till hot let cool, run again-do this 4 or 5 times, then flush out with clean water until the rust comes out, add some baking soda run again and then flush out completely. post some more pictures-but mainly drive it, have fun!
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