Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
Today, 10:23 AM
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Re: steering box
A lot of details are dropped from the CHASSIS and MASTER PARTS CATALOG as time goes by as many parts are discontinued and/or replaced by later issue.
One would need a period correct (year) PARTS...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
Yesterday, 07:15 PM
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Re: steering box
Again, one would need the CAN MPC to be positive before taken apart if the 54 box is CAN.
There were two US 1954 boxes and two US 1955 boxes. Attached (if it shows large enough to read) is the...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
Yesterday, 06:44 PM
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Re: Whatisit?
:eek:
'Ya know ...
It's posts like this that make me insanely jealous ... :mad: ...
I just happened to have this laying around NOS... show-off ...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
Yesterday, 06:37 PM
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Re: Whatisit?
https://www.diyford.com/ford-big-blocks-ultimate-cleveland-335-series-engine-guide/
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
Yesterday, 04:55 PM
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Re: steering box
Here is the problem(s). Your car is FORD 0f CANADA and to answer your question correctly one would need CAN CATALOGING.
Usually, FORD of CANADA ran one production year behind US (assembly) so I...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-29-2024, 03:52 PM
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Replies: 4
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Re: Rear end squealing/whining
Maybe consider putting the rear axle on stands and try to source the noise with the engine running and in low gear.
With the rear turning, you should be able to source the noise. For axle...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-29-2024, 09:46 AM
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Replies: 7
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Re: Horn “fade” on a ‘62
And there is your dinner ... ;)
There should be two horns (HI-LO) and a relay and horn button. Diagnose it and don't point a loaded parts cannon at it.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-29-2024, 07:43 AM
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Replies: 4
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Re: Rear end squealing/whining
SOURCE - https://blog.1aauto.com/rear-end-noise-diagnose-fix-a-rear-end-differential-problem/
The diff fluid level is correct and has been serviced regularly?
And then again, it may be an axle...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-28-2024, 04:42 PM
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Re: Steering box lubrication
Here 'ya go - https://www.midweststeering.com/saginaw-manual-steering-gear-tech-tip-1-gear-oil-or-grease-which-to-use/
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-28-2024, 04:36 PM
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-28-2024, 11:18 AM
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Re: steering box
If it is a 1955, either US or CAN, it should be a 2-tooth sector gear unless it was upgraded to a 3T somewhere in it's service history.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-23-2024, 04:54 PM
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Re: 56 fairlane
LOOK HERE - https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=301471
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-18-2024, 11:49 AM
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-18-2024, 11:37 AM
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Re: A bumper question for 56's
While perusing and reminiscing ... :rolleyes:
I just noticed this car has a CONTINENTAL KIT. Now the question is it FORD or aftermarket? The exhaust would have to be modified/re-plumbed.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-18-2024, 01:07 AM
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Replies: 11
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Re: Help with VIN
What is stamped on the frame rail is a PARTIAL VIN.
There was no VIN (partial) used on an engine until 1968.
As mentioned, you need to have the TITLE updated.
Now are you still wondering...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-18-2024, 12:54 AM
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-17-2024, 09:39 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 441
Re: Help with VIN
That is not the complete SERIAL NUMBER/VIN.
Show complete SERIAL NO as shown on the RATING PLATE on the glove box door minus the digits if concerned.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-16-2024, 10:27 PM
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-16-2024, 04:37 PM
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-15-2024, 09:16 PM
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-15-2024, 09:37 AM
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Re: How about a 4 banger T-Bird
Here's the OEM SPECS on the 2.3L EcoBoost - https://fordauthority.com/fmc/ford-motor-company-engines/ford-ecoboost-family/ford-2-3l-ecoboost-engine/
350HP OEM RATING. Can you imagine what can be...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-15-2024, 01:09 AM
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-14-2024, 05:16 PM
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Re: carb question
... hmmpf ...
I usually just slam the hood and if I see a wing nut, I know it is too tall ... :confused:
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-14-2024, 05:11 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 923
Re: brake shoe
You are welcome -
Here in the US you can have drums relined also. There must be the same service in EU.
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