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This website is to document the continued restoration,and maintenance of my 1949 Dodge B1B "Pilothouse" truck. It will also serve as a place for other owners or enthusiasts of Pilothouse era trucks (1948-1953)to share and expand their knowledge of a unique class of Dodge trucks. All are welcome to contribute.
Tuesday, March 20, 2007
Slow leak is getting faster
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NADA value as of 3/20/07
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Truck, Van, & SUV
1949 Dodge Pickup 1/2 Ton
Original MSRP: $1,263
Low Retail $4,700
Average Retail Value $9,300
High Retail $15,500
1949 Dodge Pickup 1/2 Ton
Original MSRP: $1,263
Low Retail $4,700
Average Retail Value $9,300
High Retail $15,500
Monday, March 19, 2007
Arm rests for Rojo
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....Continued.....
Well, I was lucky enough to locate these MoPar original arm rests. Can't wait to get them installed.
To convert or not to convert......
...that is the question. I am considering coverting my oil bath air filter to a paper filter type. I have seen several examples other peoples work posted on the web. It looks like a relatively simple project, but I am somewhat reluctant to proceed. Will I be affecting the value of my "completely stock" and "as close to original as you can get" truck for the sake of convenience?
Example 1: Norm's Coupe
Example 2: How-to article on a F*&d website
I decided to convert. The filter I used is a Carquest #88179 for anyone that has a similar type filter housing. It seems to seal quite nicely at the top and the bottom when the wingnut is tightened. Looks pretty darn close to original to me.
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Example 1: Norm's Coupe
Example 2: How-to article on a F*&d website
I decided to convert. The filter I used is a Carquest #88179 for anyone that has a similar type filter housing. It seems to seal quite nicely at the top and the bottom when the wingnut is tightened. Looks pretty darn close to original to me.
Finished product complete with original manufacturer instruction decals:
Spare oil bath air filter
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....Continued
I decided to convert the original oil bath air filter setup to a more modern paper element style. The canister will look original but the innards will be modern. See for yourself here.
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