Hawkshadow's '52 M38CDN

Hawkshadow · Post by **Hawkshadow** » Sun Jul 19, 2015 8:18 am

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.

Hawkshadow · Post by **Hawkshadow** » Sun Oct 04, 2015 4:24 pm

I can't believe that the summer is almost over! It's been a busy one.

Pad an cover the seats:

And install:

Work a couple of new fenders in to place:

Install a headlight upgrade:

And it looks much more like a jeep

coolpool · Post by **coolpool** » Fri Dec 18, 2015 11:39 am

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!

Hawkshadow · Post by **Hawkshadow** » Fri Feb 12, 2016 9:26 pm

Time for an update! Although the cold has once again set in, work continues.

Cleaning and painting of various small parts:

Cutting and fitting the transmission floor cover to accommodate the overdrive shifter.

Go slow, working in steps to only take as little material as possible.

Finished cutting. The cover is fully seated and does not interfere with the shifter. A quick paint and it's ready to instal.

Hawkshadow · Post by **Hawkshadow** » Sun Mar 27, 2016 3:45 pm

A post on another thread reminded my that I hadn't posted about how I installed the circuit breakers on my new repro tub.

Original:

The mount that I made out of some sheet with nuts welded to the rear for mounting the breakers.

The whole unit mounted in place.

Post by **wesk** » Sun Mar 27, 2016 10:37 pm

Jordan, What was the Bosch halogen headlamp part number. I can read the element part number but not the housing.

Hawkshadow · Post by **Hawkshadow** » Mon Mar 28, 2016 11:18 am

wesk wrote:Jordan, What was the Bosch halogen headlamp part number. I can read the element part number but not the housing.

Bosch # 0301600107 gives you that housing. Then the bulbs can be sourced separately.

ROBCDN3 · Post by **ROBCDN3** » Mon Mar 28, 2016 1:59 pm

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

Hawkshadow · Post by **Hawkshadow** » Tue Mar 29, 2016 6:14 am

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!

coolpool · Post by **coolpool** » Fri Apr 01, 2016 9:18 am

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.

ACRay · Post by **ACRay** » Sat Apr 02, 2016 6:02 pm

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!

Hawkshadow · Post by **Hawkshadow** » Sat Apr 09, 2016 8:58 am

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!

coolpool · Post by **coolpool** » Sat Apr 09, 2016 9:11 am

Thanks for the picture Jordan. I'll keep you posted on when I'm heading your way.

Xamon · Post by **Xamon** » Sun Apr 10, 2016 7:09 am

that closeup is interesting just looked at mine, it is the same except mine is e19 instead of e21.

Hawkshadow · Post by **Hawkshadow** » Mon Apr 11, 2016 5:23 pm

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!