Chevrolet C8

[Richard Nixon]

Not done a great deal on the C8 as work and Christmas got in the way. But had a spare bit of time and looked at the rear wheel cylinder that was leaking. I was suprised to see the rear cylinder was a 1 1/4 inch - I was expecting either 1 3/8 or 1 1/2 inch. Certainly the parts lists that I have gave that impression. However looking at LWD parts they list a 1 1/4 inch rear Cylinder for a C8A. Thankfully I have the 1 1/4 in stock - thanks to Pete Ashby! I'll be fitting this for the time being as I need to move the C8 and need some brakes! But should they be 1 3/8 inch?

The other little job turned out to be a 'mare! I fitted the rear light lenses, all good until I smelt burning. The tail light had started to melt! I realised the error of my ways - a 12v conversion means the bulbs are much hotter!! I challenged my lad to make me some new red lenses using a laser cutter. He bought them home today, absolutely brilliant! He's done a superb job. I've decided to used LED bulbs in the rear lights as they run much cooler. If anyone else needs red lenses for their rubbolites let me know, my lad, Zac, can make them.

[Richard Nixon]

Quick update on where I am with the C8.

Rebuilt the Carter carb - the accelerator pump leather washer had degraded and was the source of the issues. It now revs properly.
Had few ignition issues, so went to put new capacitor in and gap the points. Blooming heck!! What a job on a Cab 12!!! Never again - I've gone the electronic ignition route (Jolley Engineering kit). Fit and Forget! Much better pick up, smoother and no more cursing at the points!

There's a couple of oil leaks to sort out from around the sump area - cant quite see exactly where its coming from. Not bad, I guess its like the Land Rover empty oil warning system - when it stops dripping its time to fill it up!

While I'm here, gear box and rear diff oil. The Drivers instruction manual states a Hypoid 90 for the rear diff and C600 or Hypoid 90 for the gearbox. Miller oils do a EP90 hypoid suitable for transmissions with brass and bronze components, which sounds OK. Many say not to use an EP oil, Morris do AG90 without ep additives, is this suitable for hypoid transmissions? Confused

Looking at making the hoops for the rear body. I'll search the forum again for some drawings (remember seeing them before on here).
Has anyone bought any (C8) canvas recently from John and Mary Worthing? I heard that they may now only supply for American trucks and jeeps.

My tyres are OK, but a couple of them are showing signs of perishing. An internet search has resulted in very little in way of 900x13s. Any UK suppliers for this size?

[Alex van de Wetering]

Hi Richard,

I bought a set of BKT tyres for my C8 last year, from Big tyres UK.
https://www.bigtyres.co.uk/

There is a whole thread on availabilty of 9.00x13 tyres here

Good question about the canvas; Just like you I also heard that both Allied forces, as well as Worthing, only do US canvas projects.....but, I haven't asked them personally!

Good job on the C8!
Alex

[Richard Nixon]

Thanks Alex, those tyres are the only ones I've found on line too. Might have to wait for pay day!!