Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-06-2012, 08:10 AM
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Replies: 7
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Re: Oil for 1942-1948 fan hub
May depend on the year, but fans changed in 42 (4 blade 16 inch) and again in 46 (4 blade 17 inch) Also a 6 blade was available. These fans were mounted higher for better cooling. A Ford service...
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Forum: Early V8
10-10-2011, 07:25 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,563
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Forum: Early V8
09-17-2011, 02:03 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,462
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-13-2011, 10:10 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 6,851
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-12-2011, 07:48 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,116
Re: Distributor help?
Hello All. I found that my 46 conv has no vacuum break cylinder, and the vacuum line to the dist has been plugged. Have been driving the car this way for over 3 years that I have owned it. Some local...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-10-2011, 02:00 PM
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Replies: 48
Views: 6,813
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-09-2011, 07:29 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,522
Re: spark plug question
I have used NGK plugs for several years.NGK also makes a hotter plug. NGK B-4L. I like the B-4L's better... Tom..
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-25-2011, 07:38 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,944
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-23-2011, 04:06 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,944
points 46 ford
Getting ready to rebuild a couple of 46 distributors. I did one a couple of years ago and had trouble finding any quality points. Who sells a good quality point sets? Thanks Tom...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-07-2011, 09:43 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,525
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-06-2011, 01:52 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,525
posting pictures
Someone please give me a refresher course on posting pictures. Have not done it in a year or so. Thanks, Tom
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-05-2011, 06:22 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,125
Re: '47 ford deluxe coupe questions, any photos?
jsemple6392: I have an early 46 Deluxe bus cp. I got it from the wife of the original owner. The car is original, but restored. I will be glad to take some pictures of the seat. When you see the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-25-2010, 04:23 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 3,458
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-21-2010, 12:08 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,923
Re: Universal Lube Issue
Ed: Can not get the old style grease anymore. Just be sure you use a grease that is low temp, I use Costal and buy it at Auto Zone. I think the melting point is 250 deg's. A high temp grease will...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-19-2010, 11:45 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,306
Re: early 46 bumpers
My Dad got one of the 46's with full 2X8 wood bumpers. Also none of the exterior chrome or stainless was on the body. Couple of month later it all came in and the dealer installed it. It was a 46...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-11-2010, 12:14 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 5,943
Re: Fuel Disapearing
Chris B: Robert Shewman in Pa. makes a fuel line flex hose with a built in check valve which will solve the problem of drain back. I ordered one for one of my cars and it really makes a difference....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-09-2010, 11:13 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,735
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Forum: Early V8
11-18-2010, 03:56 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,362
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-17-2010, 10:45 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 7,126
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-17-2010, 09:57 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 7,126
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-28-2010, 06:33 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,053
Re: Fan Hub
Also Ford changed the recommended lub from motor oil to a heavier EP lube. This never got changed in Ford owners manuals. Tom
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Forum: Early V8
09-18-2010, 10:26 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,130
Oil Filter restrictor
Need a ristrictor that goes onto the oil filter return line for a 59AB engine. Thought someone might have a junk engine and could find me one. Thanks for the help...Tom [email protected]
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-09-2010, 03:15 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 7,142
Re: 1946 Ford hood adjustment.
Good advice. No slop. This may not seem right, but to lower the hood, loosen the bolts on the hinge and raise the back of the hood. Then without letting the hood move tighten the bolts. Helps to have...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-17-2010, 03:35 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 5,860
Re: greasing front ujoint
Oldskool: Also important to use a low temp. grease. Usually the cheapest tube at the parts store. I use Coastal, which has a melting point around 275. I get it at Auto Zone.. Hope this helps..,.Tom..
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-07-2010, 02:43 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,503
Re: water pumps
AV8Paul: I agree with 37 Cp. I understand that Ford started putting their name on the replacement pumps because of warranty issues. Tom...
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