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on the Internet for over 30 years! and not clogged down with Ads! Again, thanks! | | | | Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 789 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 789 | HELP--Looking for a source for 6v heater motor for my Harrison fresh air heater in my '48 Chevy 1/2 ton. 2 1/2 inch stud-to-stud, wiring out the side, 3 inch diameter, and 4 1/2 length. Thanks for the help--much appreciated. Need to stay warm in Michigan! | | | | | Joined: Jun 2004 Posts: 8,597 Riding in the Passing Lane | | Riding in the Passing Lane Joined: Jun 2004 Posts: 8,597 | If you can get a parts store to help you , they have a catalog that lists all the motors by specs. Be sure to get the right rotation direction. They say money can't buy happiness. It can buy old Chevy trucks though. Same thing. 1972 Chevy c10 Cheyenne SuperIn the Gallery Forum | | | | | Joined: Jul 2003 Posts: 586 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Jul 2003 Posts: 586 | I have found the motors on E-Bay from time to time. I haven't had to much luck with catalog companys. Also, put an ad in the forum "Parts Wanted" section. Cecil.......... | | | | | Joined: Oct 2006 Posts: 9,671 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Oct 2006 Posts: 9,671 | Okey Dokey George, gonna twist your arm for a little more information, what parts store are you talking about that would have motors listed by specs?? Did you mean the local auto parts store like Auto Zone or NAPA?? Grainger or McMaster don't have any listings. The only place that I have found 6v motors that are the same as the original was at Chevs of the 40's and they are big bucks, listed as NOS. If I bought one from a/the swap meet it would be subject to the same problems mine already has, i.e., dry bearings, filthy inside in need of dissasembly and cleaning, brushes worn and in need of replacement and comutator needing turning. DG
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| | | | | Joined: Jun 2004 Posts: 8,597 Riding in the Passing Lane | | Riding in the Passing Lane Joined: Jun 2004 Posts: 8,597 | Carquest & Napa have a catalog called Illustrated parts guide. It will be for their Temperature control line of parts. It lists the part numbers by dimensions & specifications.
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They say money can't buy happiness. It can buy old Chevy trucks though. Same thing. 1972 Chevy c10 Cheyenne SuperIn the Gallery Forum | | | | | Joined: Oct 2006 Posts: 9,671 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Oct 2006 Posts: 9,671 | Thank you sir, I'm a gonna print this out and stop on by the local NAPA and see what I can see. I don't really need a motor but I'm alway on the lookout for sources. Thanks again Denny Graham Sandwich, IL
Denny G Sandwich, IL
| | | | | Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 789 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 789 | I purchased a used 6v Delco heater motor from Rodger Kaster that is an exact match of the original. It is a good looking motor, runs well and the wiring is sharp. Paid $100, including S/H. He is very helpful. He advertises in Hemmings. He splits time between homes in Ontario and Florida. He is in Florida now--yes, the Sunshine State this time of the year. | | | | | Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 2,031 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 2,031 | see parts wanted or look in 4 sale
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| | | | | Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 3,750 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 3,750 | Fonz I see these guys advertise heater motors. I think it's on page 37 of their 47-59 catalogue. Hope this helps. 1950 Chevy Advance Design 3100 in ScotlandIn the Stovebolt GalleryMore pix on Flickr. I've definately got this truck thing in my blood ... my DNA sequence has torque settings"Of all the small nations of this earth,perhaps only the ancient Greeks surpass the Scots in their contribution to mankind" Winston Churchill.
| | | | | Joined: Sep 2001 Posts: 29,269 Bubba - Curmudgeon | | Bubba - Curmudgeon Joined: Sep 2001 Posts: 29,269 | Nice find, Jockbolter50. At $44, that is a good deal.
Fonz,
Make sure the Car & Truck Shop 6v heater is for the Fresh Air Heater and ask them if you should have to make any adaptations to get it to fit/work. They are a good company and should be able to give a correct answer (they will also take parts back).
If you buy that 6v motor, please let us know if it works.
Tim | | | | | Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 2,201 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 2,201 | I just picked up a trunk and backseat full of misc. parts from a guy cleaning out his public storage unit. there are two complete heater units and at least one NOS motor in the lot. I'll be loading up some pictures on photobucket in the next couple days. one of the heaters appears to be military origin and the other I don't recognize, may be early 40's truck. | | | | | Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 789 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 789 | Thanks for your help everyone-- The used original 6v motor purchased from Rodger Kaster for $100 S/H runs great. It looks good and the wiring is solid. He is good guy to work with and can help with your heater-related needs. All of your help has been appreciated. Now, if I can just get my glovebox installed!!!!! | | |
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