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  1. #16
    Looks like I have a flat flange, But I can cut it off and put a donut type on I'll give you a call
    Olgraybeard


  2. #17
    I got my Mazda alternator mount made and mounted, I'll wire it and rewire the ignition circuit tomorrow I'm using a ballast resistor instead of stock resistor wire (cheaper and easier to find any problems).

    Last edited by olgraybeard; October 10th, 2012 at 06:35 PM. Reason: because
    Olgraybeard


  3. #18
    Here is how I'm going to wire my van to get rid of the shorted out and expensive resistor wire and add a ballast resistor 1.7 ohms from Schucks and add the Mazda alternator. I'll let you know if I get smoke!!

    Olgraybeard


  4. #19
    The above diagram works, the Chevy 100 amp alternator I used on my Ranchero was also wired up the same way. The Mazda alternator is a 65 amp. I'm not running a amplifier on my stereo in the van so that is more than enough.
    Olgraybeard


  5. #20
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    Is it running yet???

  6. #21
    It's running and charging, stomped on the brakes when putting it up on ramps and blew a brake line, all lines steel and rubber have to be replaced master cylinder works good and shoes are good. No second gear in tranny looking for a good CHEAP one.I think I have a vacuum leak engine runs good with choke pulled out. Engine doesn't smoke, I don't know about oil pressure no gauge yet, water temp is good. Got a new to me radiator from another member mine leaked badly. All and all happy camper. Now if I can score a short shaft 3 speed manual tranny.
    Olgraybeard


  7. #22
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    I don't have one of those, but maybe Brian (BPVan) will check in, he might know where to get one or maybe even have one?? He pulled a bunch of parts off of a Van a few weeks ago at a local pick and pull, might even be a thread on here from that. Maybe it is still there, the tranny that is?
    I will keep my eyes open, I want to switch mine to an auto so if I find that I will have my transmission available..
    Keep at it I like the econo pick ups...

  8. #23
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    You guys are as plugged in online as I am but I will keep an eye out for one. The one tranny I found was pretty bad so I left it. Could also be the time to change out to something else?
    Brian
    '67 Falcon Bus/240/C4/Offy DP/MSD Duraspark II/Holley 4160

  9. #24
    Found vacuum leak,gasket under carb was broken. It now idles good. Broke 3 bolts getting cracked exhaust manifold off. Fixing them is next on list. Another site suggested I check the shifter linkage before pulling trans so I'll do that. Previous owner replaced steering column and steering box so maybe linkage is out of adjustment.
    Olgraybeard


  10. #25
    Made some good progress, I adjusted the linkage the 2-3 shift rod was out 1/2" and the bushing with Zerk fitting had no lube but it was clean so I filled it with grease. I think those were my problems, it shifts alot easier and seems like the 2-3 arm goes more forward also it goes between gates easier. I won't know for sure until I can drive it but it is going into every gear with engine off. On the broken bolts on the exhaust manifold I had to drill and tap one of them. The easyout wouldn't move it. The next one I welded a nut to the stub that was sticking out and while it was still hot I was able to back it out. I'll weld a nut on the last one also but it started rain again so I had to stop. I'll will be a happy camper if the shift linkage solves my tranny problems.
    Olgraybeard


  11. #26
    Well 5 hours later I finally got the last broken bolt out and the original threads chased and found out I left the exhaust manifold in my wife van, so I guess this is a good place to stop (it started to rain again). I have to work tomorrow so hopefully I'll hit it Saturday.
    Olgraybeard


  12. #27
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    Keep at it, I am trying to run mine out of gas so I can fix the sender unit. The never ending battles...

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