It's been a long time since I did it but I went and looked at mine and I didn't have to bend the shaft. Joe

I changed mine over to a NAPA 39075 which is the same bore,1 1/4", as the original. It was for a 1978-1980 K 20 Chevy pickup. I had to put a couple holes in the frame for the lines to go through but it was an easy replacement. Joe

Thanks Cal Gary for the reply. More tie downs would help a lot. I don't have the racks on my truck so they're always visible except behind the spare tire mounted in the bed. Joe

I just got a new canvas top and need to know the best way to run the rope on the back grommets to the tie downs on the body. I got it tied down but it doesn't look as neat as I think it should. It seems like there should be more tie downs.

j mccormick

The bevel on the inside of the ring goes up on both rings. I think the theory is compression pressure from above will force the ring against the cylinder wall. Joe However if there is a dot on the ring the dot goes up.

Check the flasher, if you have an indicator light on at the t/s switch you must have current to the switch. Are the turn lights on too?

Joe

When replacing the wheel cylinders, take the pistons out and coat them with silicone brake grease to prevent rust and sticking.

Joe

So sorry to hear about Carter's passing. He was very knowledgeable about the M37. I made up a snow plow mount based on his and it has served me well. Condolences to his wife and family. Joe

Maybe they think the 50 cal is remote control!!

You won't feel much difference going straight in 4 hi on a hard surface, but try turning sharp and you'll know it's engaged!

Joe

Still checking in all the time, just came down with covid so out of commission for awhile. Appreciate the forum and how everyone helps one another. Lots to learn!

Joe

It looks like its firing great, the ash around the outside is probably from burning a little oil. 200 miles wouldn't be completely broke in yet. The rings should seat in as you put more miles on it. If it's running well I wouldn't worry about those plugs. Joe

Today is my M37's 70th birthday, still running like a champ!

My 51 has the flat steel reinforcement like Carter's first picture with a little longer tab on the top and bottom. Joe

With the civilian type distributor it is possible to have replaced it 180 degrees off. Take number 1 plug out and crank it over until you feel it coming up on compression, then remove the plug above the piston on number 6 cylinder and use the dowel to find top dead center. That will have number 1 cy...