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**FleetsidePaul** · 04-14-2021, 04:11 AM

Actually I didn't flunk. I got a D-

I think that they just wanted to get rid of me. So they passed me with a D-. They didn't want me back.

My point is that I am terrible with numbers. I tried in math and algebra. I just couldn't get it. I still can't. My wife is like a human calculator and I'm clueless.

But to the point. I want a new shift knob for my Packard 3 on the tree. I have no idea what size to get.

And I know I'll screw it up and get one that doesn't fit. Any tips on how to measure this and figure it out? Keep in mind I am not good at measuring anything. Numbers and measurements spin my head. I'm lost as usual.

**Getter-Done** · 04-14-2021, 06:36 AM

Measure it with Digital Calipers.

Then look at a Decimal to fraction chart to get the size.

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**joedoh** · 04-14-2021, 10:22 AM

assuming its threaded, take the existing knob to homer derpt or tractor supply and find the bolt that will screw in. you will have thread size and pitch.

assuming its missing the knob, get your jar of spare nuts, find one that threads on, take it to homer derp or tractor supply and find the bolt that will screw in. you will have thread size and pitch.

1976gmc20 · 04-14-2021, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by joedoh

assuming its threaded, take the existing knob to homer derpt or tractor supply and find the bolt that will screw in. you will have thread size and pitch.

assuming its missing the knob, get your jar of spare nuts, find one that threads on, take it to homer derp or tractor supply and find the bolt that will screw in. you will have thread size and pitch.

This ^^^^^ !

**FleetsidePaul** · 04-14-2021, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by 1976gmc20

This ^^^^^ !

That is a good idea.

It's simple. Thanks.

Nick_R_23 · 04-14-2021, 03:55 PM

On the note of digital calipers, many of those now can automatically covert between SAE, Metric, and Fractions at the push of a button. Pretty handy for a really quick conversion to the standard you understand best!

**special-K** · 04-15-2021, 05:40 AM

Just get an assortment of nuts that appear to be about the same size, a little bigger, and a little smaller. When you are done you can keep them in a coffee can marked "Paul's thread calipers".

Just one question. If Jill has one puppy and Jack has two, how many...............

**67 twins** · 04-15-2021, 06:11 AM

Just one question. If Jill has one puppy and Jack has two, how many...............[/QUOTE]

If they aren't careful a kennel full before they are done. Lol

**FleetsidePaul** · 04-16-2021, 02:28 AM

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Originally Posted by special-K

Just get an assortment of nuts that appear to be about the same size, a little bigger, and a little smaller.

So...You're saying to invite my ex wives and ex girlfriends over?

61_FL_Apache · 04-16-2021, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by FleetsidePaul

So...You're saying to invite my ex wives and ex girlfriends over?

No man, dont to that! They will mess up the whole project. One nut at a time! With that many ex's you should have learned that lesson by now

**A1971Blazer** · 04-16-2021, 10:14 AM

most are fine threads
usually either 3/8-24 or 7/16-20

04-14-2021, 04:11 AM	#1
FleetsidePaul R.I.P. E.S.L.L. Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Kernville CA./ Lake Isabella CA. Posts: 11,411	I flunked math class Actually I didn't flunk. I got a D- I think that they just wanted to get rid of me. So they passed me with a D-. They didn't want me back. My point is that I am terrible with numbers. I tried in math and algebra. I just couldn't get it. I still can't. My wife is like a human calculator and I'm clueless. But to the point. I want a new shift knob for my Packard 3 on the tree. I have no idea what size to get. And I know I'll screw it up and get one that doesn't fit. Any tips on how to measure this and figure it out? Keep in mind I am not good at measuring anything. Numbers and measurements spin my head. I'm lost as usual. __________________ 1971 Custom C/20 1970 CST 20 1970 C/30 Flatbed 1983 C/30 Dually 2015 Corvette Z51 2021 Corvette Z51 1991 Cadillac Hearse 1982 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz 2000 Porsche Boxster S 2020 Jeep Gladiator 1973 VW Thing 1973 Plymouth Satellite wagon 1963 Baja Bug 1959 Bug Dune Buggy 1970 Baja Bug 1987 Jaguar XJ 350. R.I.P. El Jay R.I.P Jessie. R.I.P Grumpy. Every day is a gift from God.

04-14-2021, 06:36 AM	#2
Getter-Done Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: TN. Posts: 7,724	Re: I flunked math class Measure it with Digital Calipers. Then look at a Decimal to fraction chart to get the size. . __________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________ 84 Chevy K-20 63 Impala (my high school car) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...Crew Cab Build

04-14-2021, 10:22 AM	#3
joedoh Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Doodah Kansas Posts: 7,747	Re: I flunked math class assuming its threaded, take the existing knob to homer derpt or tractor supply and find the bolt that will screw in. you will have thread size and pitch. assuming its missing the knob, get your jar of spare nuts, find one that threads on, take it to homer derp or tractor supply and find the bolt that will screw in. you will have thread size and pitch. __________________ the mass of men live lives of quiet desperation if there is a problem, I can have it. new project WAYNE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=844393

04-14-2021, 03:55 PM	#6
Nick_R_23 Registered User Join Date: May 2016 Location: Willow, Alaska Posts: 836	Re: I flunked math class On the note of digital calipers, many of those now can automatically covert between SAE, Metric, and Fractions at the push of a button. Pretty handy for a really quick conversion to the standard you understand best!

04-15-2021, 05:40 AM	#7
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: I flunked math class Just get an assortment of nuts that appear to be about the same size, a little bigger, and a little smaller. When you are done you can keep them in a coffee can marked "Paul's thread calipers". Just one question. If Jill has one puppy and Jack has two, how many............... __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

04-15-2021, 06:11 AM	#8
67 twins Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Herculaneum MO (20 minutes south of St. Louis Posts: 587	Re: I flunked math class Just one question. If Jill has one puppy and Jack has two, how many...............[/QUOTE] If they aren't careful a kennel full before they are done. Lol __________________ 67 C10 283 T5 swapped longbed fleetside = wife's daily driver 67 C20 292 (originally a 250)4speed longbed fleetside w/original wooden bed=my project truck 67 C10 283+.060 (so a 292 as well)T5 swapped longbed fleetside=my DD 72 C1500 Sierra Grande 350 TH350 longbed fleetside=wife's fair weather truck Can you tell we are fans of longbed fleetsides & 67s Chris

04-16-2021, 10:14 AM	#11
A1971Blazer Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 2,107	Re: I flunked math class most are fine threads usually either 3/8-24 or 7/16-20 __________________ 1967 C10 Step side 1968 C10 Step side 1970 Chevrolet K/5 Blazer 1972 Chevrolet K/5 Blazer .............



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