Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
Yesterday, 03:24 PM
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Re: Rear axle grease fitting
What about using a grease that is recommended for truck or trailer wheel bearings, they are large taped rollers , so would be the same thing.
Thats the grease I use.
Lawrie
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-10-2024, 11:36 PM
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Replies: 3
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Re: 1934 Ford Coupe Roll Up Rear Window
I just done a pile of miles inmyn 34 3w coupe, the roll down rear window is greats I put it about 2 inches down and with. the scuttle vent opens. one. the first click it is very nice.
But a pain to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2024, 11:28 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 324
Re: Early wheels
So my options,
Changing the wheels to the normal 28 A type, and then fitting cast iron drums, or stick with the very average brakes.
Lawrie
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-10-2024, 05:09 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 324
Early wheels
Is there any way to fit the early AR type wheels onto the new cast iron front brake drums,
Thanks Lawrie
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-08-2024, 03:33 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 460
Re: Door alignment problem on 29 CCPU
are you using the repo panels , if so , I had to do a LOT of work on getting the doors to fit ,the A pillar had to be reprofiled to fit the curve of the door, plus a lot of other adjusting, let me...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-01-2024, 03:20 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,894
Re: Tie rod and drag link question ?
Re the lubrication of the white teflon seats, I fitted a set to my 33, greased them well on assembly , BUT on my trip away in the 33 last month,(4600 kms) way out in the sticks ,the steering started...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-25-2024, 03:10 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 658
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-23-2024, 07:22 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,515
Re: Condenser
yes, I used this method when I was having trouble finding a reliable condenser,
Have that sorted now but will leave it as it is.
Lost some points at the nationals for the incorrect condenser, but...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-23-2024, 06:36 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,515
Condenser
I have good service from this condenser, i would like to get some more, but can’t remember where I got them from
Anyone recognise it
Lawrie
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-17-2024, 03:34 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,748
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-13-2024, 02:36 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 2,574
Re: Trip to the nationals in the 34
Well I got home yesterday arvo,2756 miles (4480klms)
Car went great and is a pleasure to travel in,plus it gets plenty of attention with folks coming up to say they saw me three days ago 100,s of...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-11-2024, 02:00 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 2,574
Re: Trip to the nationals in the 34
GB The jail bar had a funny bar thingy on the front bumper, made from two half’s of a short leaf spring, the same was on a blitz at the nationals, so maybe a ww2 thing.
Lawrie
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-11-2024, 01:45 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 2,574
Re: Trip to the nationals in the 34
I’m one day away from home,and will be there tomorrow all going well.
As usual ,yesterday got caught out with accomodation and had to drive a few extra klms to Surat.
Went for diner and a well...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-10-2024, 02:39 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 2,574
Re: Trip to the nationals in the 34
Well, I have had a rest day in Lightning Ridge, an opal mining place, and what a place.
Looks like the moon surface with all the mineshafts and machinery made from any old car or truck mechanical...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-08-2024, 03:11 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 2,574
Re: Trip to the nationals in the 34
Thanks Kevin
I left early this morning with nearly a frost on the car,.and promptly turned right instead of left, 80 kms extra,before back on track.
Stopped at a small country cemetery,and made...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-07-2024, 02:09 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 2,574
Re: Trip to the nationals in the 34
Well the nationals were great, it was so good to catchup with old friends.
The Brisbane members were a special treat to travel with ( thanks Conner and team)
There will be plenty of pics on the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-28-2024, 05:16 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 765
Re: Trip to nationals
Woofa, good to hear from , I will catch up at Maryborough.maybe in Echuca
Pic is coming off the dirt road
Lawrie
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-28-2024, 05:09 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 2,574
Re: Trip to the nationals in the 34
Hop up ,maybe 4500klms
Danny, get the 35 going.lol
Yesterday I went to look at the Australian national telescope array, out west of Narabri,this is 6 huge antennas that are 22mtrs diameter and form...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-27-2024, 03:49 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 765
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-27-2024, 03:44 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 2,056
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-27-2024, 03:42 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 2,574
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-27-2024, 12:36 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 765
Trip to nationals
I’m on my/ way to the V8 nationals in Echuca,
Today I did some sightseeing and took this photo,
I thought Woofa would appreciate it
Lawrie
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-27-2024, 12:13 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 2,574
Trip to the nationals in the 34
I’m on my way to the nationals in Echuca in the 34,my usual transport is the 33 so travelling with out the caravan is a bit different,
The 34 has the stock bore Babbitt engine in and is so very...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-26-2024, 05:33 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,248
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-23-2024, 01:33 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 637
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