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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-23-2024, 09:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 316
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Clutch?

I have a 286 CI flathead in my 50 Custom. Trans is a five speed T-5 out of a 92 or 93 Mustang. I'm using an 11 inch clutch and flywheel. Some say that your left leg is going to get tired with that 11...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-23-2024, 09:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 889
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Flathead Tools?

No, It would have to be made out of wood to work.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-16-2024, 11:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 248
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: 10" Ford Tractor pressure plate

Why not? Just curious.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-05-2024, 05:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 761
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Proper Valve springs for 296 cu.in. flathead with Howard cam M12

Flathead; I have a Potvin cam in my 286. It is stamped 415 but I can't find any information on that number, Potvin cam. Any ideas as to lift (i'm assuming 415) but what about the duration? It runs...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-31-2023, 11:24 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,603
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Blocking Hear Riser

You are correct.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-10-2023, 08:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 463
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Modified intake guide

I'm totally lost on this one?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-04-2023, 10:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 427
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: 49 Ford Flathead v 8 8BA

I don't live in your area but if you could tell us more information about your stuck valves I'm sure you can get some good advice here. Are the valves stuck in the guide or are the guides stuck in...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-08-2023, 11:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 855
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Intermittent exhaust popping

I had a similar problem and turned out to be a bad spark plug wire.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-24-2023, 10:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 358
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Cooling system.

Thanks Ken for the quick response. Did you mean quarts for the V-8 ?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-24-2023, 09:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 358
Posted By flathead4rd
Cooling system.

I cant find my book. What is the capacity of the cooling system of a 1950 Ford?
Is there a difference between the 6 cylinder and V-8? Thanks in advance.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-06-2023, 04:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,560
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Mag Chloride removal?

Sounds to me like a disaster in the making for the new electric vehicles.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-31-2023, 12:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,293
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: I have lost it.....

Been there done that many times. Aren't the 80's wonderful. lol
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-31-2023, 12:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,859
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: 8BA engine

Pull the driverside side head. Thats where 5 6 & 7 are located. Agree it sounds like stuck valves.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-31-2023, 12:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 826
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Flush, Corrosion Inhibitor, wetting

Propolene Glycol (Sierra) brand is what I use with 50/50 mix and distilled water. Why that brand? It's non toxic to pets. I also add water wetter. Good for about 25 below zero. Gets cold here in...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-14-2023, 06:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 771
Posted By flathead4rd
Heater hose connections.

I have a 50 Custom. I need to find out which heater hose goes to which connection. There are four connections. I have looked at several posts and have found three different configurations according...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-30-2023, 08:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,135
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Turning motor by hand on a flathead

I turn the one on my engine stand over once a month and with the plugs removed spray fogging oil into each cylinder. Only turn the crank one complete revolution each time so the pistons are not...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-25-2023, 10:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 736
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: 39 Dlx: New brake light switch not working

I always fill the new switch port with brake fluid before installing. I have a Harley switch and have been using silicone brake fluid for at least eight years.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-16-2023, 09:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 250
Posted By flathead4rd
Electric fan adjustable thermostat.

Anyone got a recommendation for and adjustable electric fan thermostat. My fan originally came with one but it quit working. I have a manual switch working it now but something automatic would be so...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-11-2023, 09:03 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,100
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Running on 7 &1/2

Don't know what type of plug wires you have but if you have a spare one swap it out on #3 and see if there is any difference.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-02-2023, 09:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 650
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Coolant additive, will it help?

Use distilled water not regular faucet water. Cheap at your local grocery store.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-26-2023, 08:48 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,890
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Motor City Flathead question

It's an original Potvin cam and is stamped 415. I'll try to find my original build sheet from Mark.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-15-2023, 09:49 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,890
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Motor City Flathead question

Mark built mine also many years ago. It also has a Potvin cam. My cam was stamped 415 but I could never find any details about it such as lift, duration etc. Any help would be appreciated.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-11-2023, 08:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 619
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Fh show

More information please. Details.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-08-2023, 03:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 862
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Smoke and the Grand National

I live just south of Detroit and it just appears to look like an overcast day. If you have any concerns with air quality just wear a mask (we should be used to that by now). I have not experienced...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-30-2023, 12:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 639
Posted By flathead4rd
Re: Convertible door glass removal from frame and reinstallation.

Take it to a glass repair place. Preferably one that's been in business a long time.
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