New project-M59

[jeffhuey1n]

Today, after charging the battery overnight, I reinstalled the battery. I poured gas down into the carb and checked to make sure fuel was getting to the carb from the gas tank. I crossed my fingers and ... forgot to change out the spark plugs. So, changed the plugs and set the gap to .40. Not sure if that's correct or not. Back to crossed fingers, hit the start button... oops, almost forgot, had to pull out power switch, then hit start button. Starter engaged and turned over the motor. Nothing else happened. Just for giggles I regapped the plugs to .30. Still nothing. So, after venting a bit, I started chasing wires. I know the starter wiring is good. I also get continuity on all wires up to the coil. I had to stop at that point cause it were getting dark and cold. Tomorrow, I'll check the coil and see if spark is getting to the plugs.

 

[jeffhuey1n]

The solution was too easy, with hndrsonj's leadership and a phone call, the problem was found to be dirty points contacts. A little filing with my very old point file, it started sparking. We put everything back together and she started right up. Woot, Woot!!

 

[jeffhuey1n]

Moved the truck next to the shop today and tried to knock a few pounds of gack off with the pressure washer. Not real successful but I know which degreaser to use. Also started pulling off the front cap. If the weather holds, I should be able to get the old cab off.

 

[jeffhuey1n]

Getting caught up. Dump truck remains on back burner for now. Gotta get the Toys For Tots truck ready for events. I'll try and get back to it once Christmas is over.

 

[hndrsonj]

Well the M59 came back over here with a little horse trading. Then this happened last night.

 

[jeffhuey1n]

Looking good! Which cab are you going to use?

 

[hndrsonj]

Looking good! Which cab are you going to use?

The cab and front clip off the 1957 M35 in the back yard. It's pretty perfect.

 

[Mackafd]

I have a bunch of m59 parts and gasser REO parts if you need anything

 

[Recovry4x4]

So the old M59 will get a new lease on life.

 

[hndrsonj]

So the old M59 will get a new lease on life.

Trying, got a lot going on, have all parts just need the time....

 

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[V8srfun]

This is what I call reviving a old thread. Can’t wait to see the progress

 

[jeffhuey1n]

The cab and front clip off the 1957 M35 in the back yard. It's pretty perfect.

What will you do with the cab I've got? Just wondering.

 

[hndrsonj]

What will you do with the cab I've got? Just wondering.

Don't know, maybe I need another project......

 

[jeffhuey1n]

Don't know, maybe I need another project......

I’ll keep my eyes open for a suitable candidate…

 

[hndrsonj]

Well HendersonD came out for 3-4 days. Got the M59 torn down and ready for blasting (also added a winch).