I can't justify the cost of rebuilding the 501 when it's 145 HP. I purchased a mechanical 8.3 and after taking measurements, it should fit. I also got a Spicer 7 speed overdrive transmission, will keep my 3 speed White aux. transmission and after 5 years of looking,found another 44,000 rear with...
Still trying to get some pictures of the truck posted. Any thoughts on how the DT466 would work out? I think I can get a good deal on one. Anything to look out for? Thanks Todd
Yes I'm an ATHS member I belong to the Steel Valleys chapter. It's a single axle tractor It weighs about 11000 lbs. It's got 12.00 X 24 tires. it's also geared low 8.7 to 1 . I'll change that later. I'll try to post some pictures. It's a blast to drive but it is gear bound.
I have a 1948 Autocar C50-200. It's got a 501 Blue Streak gas engine, 5 Speed over drive Autocar transmission and a 3 speed Aux transmission. The engine has developed some over heating issues and is tired. My plan is to repower with an 8.3 Cummins and a Clarke 5 speed.
The problem is the...
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