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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) Yesterday, 05:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 122
Posted By Joe B.
Re: 8ba cooling question

Thanks, I'm going to shut the heater valve at the block and see what happens.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) Yesterday, 04:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 122
Posted By Joe B.
8ba cooling question

Could the crossover pipe and manifold heat valve make the left bank run 8 to 10 degrees hotter than the right? Stats are tested and system in proper shape afaik.
Also, how should the weight be...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) Yesterday, 08:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 356
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Memorial Day

The movie "The Memphis Belle" was on TCM yesterday. Awe inspiring.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) Yesterday, 08:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 311
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Memorial day - 2024

My flag is out. Parade at 10:00 today. Ranks of WWII vets getting pretty thin. I did my time, 1970 draftee.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-21-2024, 10:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 495
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Bucket seats for 50 Ford

Don't toss the bench seat. Seems like they go quickly on F/B forum.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-20-2024, 10:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 880
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Left ignition switch on

Check and see, if the points were open, the ignition system should be OK, I think.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-10-2024, 12:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 751
Posted By Joe B.
Re: pennies

For anyone, besides me, wondering what this penny mystery is about, here's a link to a great description in "The Flat Spot". https://myflatheadford.com/the-wheat-penny-trick/
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-02-2024, 01:09 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,498
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Changing of the Guard. A new breed of car nuts.

It might help if the many, hoarding doubles and triples of old parts that younger enthusiasts need could put them on ebay or F/B, where I think they would have the best chance of being seen. ...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-07-2024, 10:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,333
Posted By Joe B.
Re: early Ford V8 flathead motor catalytic converter?

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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-05-2024, 07:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 971
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Radio repair

So, dd you want it restored or converted to solid state? There's something magical about a working vacuum tube radio.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-03-2024, 10:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 271
Posted By Joe B.
Re: 1950 Shoebox Wiper Blades

Wow! Must be a dream car.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-14-2024, 11:04 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,228
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Clock for a 52-53 Mercury

Thanks for this. I've been running a Borg clock from a '50 on a power supply for a few weeks now after servicing, and there is a tiny spark when the points make their momentary contact, causing some...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-08-2024, 08:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,027
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Went for a drive today......

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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-30-2024, 09:51 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,259
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Probably the wrong auction venue for this car.

Well said!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-30-2024, 02:16 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,259
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Probably the wrong auction venue for this car.

Yes, I forgot to mention Blazers and Broncos. They seem like the must have at any cost for the obviously well heeled crowd there in Scottsdale.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-30-2024, 01:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,259
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Probably the wrong auction venue for this car.

I watched the auction on TV. Insane prices for pickups and muscle cars. Classics not so much. I know I overpaid for my '50, but like others said, it's my hobby, not an investment. Somebody got a...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-29-2024, 07:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 571
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Shoebox door removal help

Drill the countersunk heads off of the machine screws?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-16-2024, 11:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,516
Posted By Joe B.
Re: 1950 Ford sedan seat too far forward

I feel your pain. I'm only 6'1" 200#, but with the seat all the way back, my knee was on the shift lever and steering wheel in my belly. I know the average guy was shorter in '50 and I knew I needed...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-12-2024, 07:40 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,806
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Yes, times they are a changing

Here's the listing. I'm not an expert on '35's, but pictures show some flaws. Peeling paint, etc. Price listed as $30,800. https://www.mecum.com/lots/1101832/1935-ford-roadster/?aa_id=497875-0
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-11-2024, 11:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 535
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Side molding for 1950 Ford 2 door sedan

Check out "Shoebox Fords" Facebook page. There are some pieces for sale there right now. Here's photo of my '50 custom for reference.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-11-2024, 10:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,022
Posted By Joe B.
Re: New Here 1941 Fire Truck

That's beautiful! Thanks for saving it. Good luck getting her running.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-30-2023, 11:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,276
Posted By Joe B.
Re: 53 merc v8 overheating

Take the rad. cap off and check for bubbles in the coolant before it boils over. Doesn't that indicate a head gasket problem?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-20-2023, 10:47 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,329
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Merc OD

@rotorwrench. Thanks for the explanation. That's some eye opening automotive theory. Tradeoffs in everything. I certainly will factor that into my driving habits and keep the brakes in top shape.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-18-2023, 09:51 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,329
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Merc OD

Was "timing gears" a typo? Did you mean transmission gears? Lots of good easy to understand info on overdrive in this thread and I've looked around a lot. I'm in my first o/d car and trying to learn...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-14-2023, 09:13 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,017
Posted By Joe B.
Re: Cast iron Fenton headers

Here's an interesting read on Fenton. You were right about the 50's. http://kustomrama.com/wiki/Fenton
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