11 Cab F8 - Change of Plans

[Yeo.NT]

Previously I came across the issue of not having the correct exhaust manifold to clear the clutch/brake pedals. The solution is aftermarket headers with light modification, a little cutting, welding and ballpeen hammering.

[maple_leaf_eh]

Originally Posted by Yeo.NT

Previously I came across the issue of not having the correct exhaust manifold to clear the clutch/brake pedals. The solution is aftermarket headers with light modification, a little cutting, welding and ballpeen hammering.

I think the consensus of opinion from the knowledgeable CMP builders on this group is - the design was not good from the outset, and it stayed in service due to momentum because it worked well enough for what had to be done.

At some point every restoration project needs to move on to the next problem.

[Yeo.NT]

If anyone is interested in more detail on how I made the headers fit, here is the link on my YouTube channel

https://youtu.be/EasSBij3mVI

[Yeo.NT]

I’ve cobbled enough parts together to be able to finally test drive the truck and get it to move under its own power for the first time in 60 years.

https://youtu.be/JjRNjDn-tPo

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Hi Neil,

I subscribed to your YouTube channel and must commend you for not only restoring CMP but also making these videos

All, if you haven’t seen Neil’s videos yet, please go and see them here:
https://youtube.com/@tipperaryarmouries

[Yeo.NT]

Thank you for subscribing

[Yeo.NT]

Latest update, starting to really look like a truck again