pfrederi 17,719 #1 Posted September 22, 2023 She is only a couple year younger than I... but this is probably the last major project I am going to do. The parts are getting heavier and getting up from under her and contorting in the cab is getting harder. Sticking to WH overhauls in the future... Easier and considerably cheaper. Complete overhaul, took several months at the machine shop but he does great work. Always some interesting classic /collectable cars in there when I visit. Engine has landed but now a lot of hooking stuff up and reconstructing the front clip. All done by myself...tired now today time for cocktails... 5 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,717 #2 Posted September 22, 2023 Two things are for sure here Paul. A heart transplant is always an option. A Cocktail is always a requirement. 1 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,834 #3 Posted September 22, 2023 So cool Paul! What is it? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davem1111 2,030 #4 Posted September 22, 2023 17 minutes ago, Pullstart said: So cool Paul! What is it? Maybe the M37 mentioned in his signature? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 17,719 #5 Posted September 22, 2023 (edited) 1952 M37 with winch 3/4 ton Engine is a Chrysler Dodge DeSoto Plymouth 230 ci Flat head six. ( Most the bolts are marked DDCP) Used in civilian vehicles from late 30s to 1957. (to include the Dodge power Wagons ) I rounded up most the parts. The Piston rings were in original packaging ...1953. Edited September 22, 2023 by pfrederi 17 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,834 #6 Posted September 23, 2023 Very nice! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Streetrodchev 798 #7 Posted September 23, 2023 Very nice! I have a 1951. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeM 7,873 #8 Posted September 23, 2023 Awesome! Nice to see those old machines being kept alive. In today's world it seems to be more about quick and easy. I tease a bit some I know "ain't no change engine button on a remote, or change engine app on the phone" Oh, I like the modern conveniences and technology, but embrace the foundation that they were built on. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,184 #9 Posted September 23, 2023 18 hours ago, pfrederi said: The parts are getting heavier and getting up from under her and contorting in the cab is getting harder. Right there with you Paul. Once I could throw a bundle of shingles on my shoulder and climb up a ladder, then it became a half bundle, they must be making them heavier! Now I don't even climb the ladder unless it is an emergency! 1 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 17,719 #10 Posted September 23, 2023 4 hours ago, Streetrodchev said: Very nice! I have a 1951. Nice ...What engine?? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
