Joined: Oct 10, 2012 Posts: 310 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Posted: Sun Jul 19, 2015 8:18 am Post subject:
As I changed my brake setup over to the safer dual master reservoir, I needed to find a new brake switch method. Here is a step-by-step guide for others contemplating this conversion. It was surprisingly quick, easy, and painless!
I went with the mechanical switch AC Delco # U858, Napa SL128.
Find the rough position which puts the switch arm behind the pedal arm.
Mark, Drill, and mount the switch to the master cylinder floor pan cover.
Attach brake switch harness and test for continuity across the leads. I removed the douglas connector shells from the harness before this step.
Re-install the cover, ensuring that the switch arm is behind the pedal arm.
End result of the switch in position.
_________________ Jordan
Joined: Dec 02, 2015 Posts: 59 Location: Cold Lake, Alberta, Canada
Posted: Fri Dec 18, 2015 11:39 am Post subject:
I like the detail you provided in your resto. I'm sure the steps will help many people who are new to the game like me! _________________ Pete Phillips
1952 M38 Cdn W/Winch 52-31658
1953 M100 Cdn 53-71069
MVPA #36514
Jordan, What was the Bosch halogen headlamp part number. I can read the element part number but not the housing. _________________ Wes K
45 MB, 51 M38, 54 M37, 66 M101A1, 60 CJ5, 76 DJ5D, 47Bantam T3-C & 5? M100
Joined: Mar 22, 2014 Posts: 75 Location: Simcoe Ontario Canada
Posted: Mon Mar 28, 2016 1:59 pm Post subject:
Wes. The Bosch # for 24v is SBQ7 or SBQ200 both are very hard to find.
The alternate is Wagner # BP2475/H4. My 71m38A1 came with the halogen and got them at my local auto parts store.
Cheers Rob
Joined: Oct 10, 2012 Posts: 310 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Posted: Tue Mar 29, 2016 6:14 am Post subject:
Running through the gauge / sending unit tests revealed that 3/4 systems needed attention.
Here is the device that I threw together to collect the coolant for re-use while changing the temperature sending unit:
The flexible pepsi bottle fit into the tight space very well!
End result with how much coolant was drained which ensured that there wasn't any left in the head.
Testing the new fuel level sending unit test in pictures:
Low tank:
Full tank:
I pulled out the brand new unit that I had installed in the tank, tested it, and found out that the unit itself was working fine but the float leaked and was full of fuel. Ah well, now I have a spare unit! _________________ Jordan
Joined: Dec 02, 2015 Posts: 59 Location: Cold Lake, Alberta, Canada
Posted: Fri Apr 01, 2016 9:18 am Post subject:
Your project is coming along nicely! If you're up to it, I'd like to see this in person. Looks like my daughter will be going to the U of T this Fall so I'll be in town. I'd love to get an etching of your data plate so I can try to reproduce the inspector stamp. Would you be able to post a pic or two of your plates? I have repros and want to get them stamped properly. _________________ Pete Phillips
1952 M38 Cdn W/Winch 52-31658
1953 M100 Cdn 53-71069
MVPA #36514
Joined: Jul 24, 2014 Posts: 80 Location: Fort Bliss Texas
Posted: Sat Apr 02, 2016 6:02 pm Post subject:
Hey Jordan, What did you use to recover and pad the seats? I've got some walmart generic black outdoor material I used for temp pad covers and although it works, it looks like walmart cheapo job. Your seats look awesome! _________________ Aaron Ray
1952 M38
MC71767
Joined: Oct 10, 2012 Posts: 310 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Posted: Sat Apr 09, 2016 8:58 am Post subject:
coolpool wrote:
Your project is coming along nicely! If you're up to it, I'd like to see this in person. Looks like my daughter will be going to the U of T this Fall so I'll be in town. I'd love to get an etching of your data plate so I can try to reproduce the inspector stamp. Would you be able to post a pic or two of your plates? I have repros and want to get them stamped properly.
Pete, when you're in town this fall please feel free to drop by! Here is a picture of the Canadian inspector stamp.
ACRay wrote:
Hey Jordan, What did you use to recover and pad the seats? I've got some walmart generic black outdoor material I used for temp pad covers and although it works, it looks like walmart cheapo job. Your seats look awesome!
Hey ACRay,
I ordered my covers from Markus at Willys Acres. For the padding, I found a local vehicle upholstery place and had them cut some foam. I then installed it myself. That fresh canvas sure looks and smells great! _________________ Jordan
Joined: Dec 02, 2015 Posts: 59 Location: Cold Lake, Alberta, Canada
Posted: Sat Apr 09, 2016 9:11 am Post subject:
Thanks for the picture Jordan. I'll keep you posted on when I'm heading your way. _________________ Pete Phillips
1952 M38 Cdn W/Winch 52-31658
1953 M100 Cdn 53-71069
MVPA #36514
Joined: Oct 10, 2012 Posts: 310 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Posted: Mon Apr 11, 2016 5:23 pm Post subject:
Aaron,
I was working this evening putting the back seat together and the tag on it shows that it was made by Weebee Webbing in Richmond, Ohio. Website: odcloth.com. I have been very impressed by their seat covers! _________________ Jordan
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