What you get here sometimes is people like TIM who are so familiar with the archives, he assumes everyone else should be as well. So then he gets a little cranky when you don't just pull the information you need outta your [censored].
In his defense, he should also be on HIS list of people who really do a great job at informing us all. His knowledge of part numbers and applications is second to none. And, further, how arrogant and jackassy would you be if you spend as much time as he does helping others?
Thanks Tim for all you do. Meanwhile, adapter plates do not move the engine backwards and still require water pumps that fit. I have several 235/261 water pumps here that the shaft is so long, you would have to cut the radiator in half for them to fit. The term "short shaft' may mean one thing to you, but what it means to me is the darn thing fits between the engine and the radiator with at least 5/16" of clearance on an AD. I have seen literally hundreds of AD's that are hacked up, the radiator moved forward, etc because of this issue. Would be nice to write something on how to avoid this and improve performance. We all have our different levels of knowledge on these trucks, and NONE of us have all the information we will eventually need. So, what I try to do is explain things in detail. If I write it, I seldom get asked for clarification. People are skeptical about drilling holes in the front of their engine. I also think Pre '68 Dave should be put on that list among others because he has some real knowledge about these issues and never afraid to share it. Its not that hard to just be nice and not make other people look small. If you need help in writing something up about this, I am always happy to help. Its what I do.
