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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-23-2023, 04:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,080
Posted By speedshift
Re: 1949 Ford design or production issues

Ford actually made a lot of improvements during the 49 production year. Look for a model made in August 1949. The coupe had a trunk big enough to sleep in - I know.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-05-2023, 08:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 460
Posted By speedshift
Re: Rear end drip

Well, it "DEPENDS" . I'm sorry, couldn't help it, but what a straight line.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-03-2023, 01:24 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 269
Posted By speedshift
48-51 sunvisor bracket?

Bought a pair of nice (used) chrome plated sunvisor brackets at all Ford Carlisle for my 49 convertible. They look OK but the screw pattern is a little off. The part number is 7A7604122. Any idea...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-18-2022, 08:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 965
Posted By speedshift
Re: 1950 sedan paint

Sure looks like Bayview Blue Metallic which is the original colour of my 49 convt.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-07-2022, 02:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 856
Posted By speedshift
Re: Spark Plug Wire Holders

There are directions and a "photo" on page 57 of the 49-51 shop manual.

Good luck.

Russ Brown
Forum: Early V8 09-23-2021, 12:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 400
Posted By speedshift
1949-1951 Ford Parts- Save on Shipping

If asked, I will bring to Fall Carlisle Space D-14-15 any of the following:
49-50 O.D. Transmission $250 complete
49 Convertible NOS Left 1/4 panel $450 no dings
49-51 Good used right front fender...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-16-2021, 12:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 11,141
Posted By speedshift
Re: engine colors

I don't know anything about other years or models, just my '49. That was bad enough.

My Grand niece Moved to Sidney from Seattle. She loves Australia and Australians. Me too.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-06-2021, 03:40 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 11,141
Posted By speedshift
Re: engine colors

1949 8BA passenger car was blue (so was the bell housing)

The color was changed to that bronze, gold, copper whatever, for 1950. I don't kn0w what they did for the bellhousing.

Bronze for 49...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-10-2020, 05:07 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,775
Posted By speedshift
Re: Rust

Had good luck with electrolysis on small parts. easy to do, no harsh chemicals, kindalike start it and come back tomorrow. lots of examples and how tos on the web.
Forum: Early V8 10-17-2020, 12:03 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 248
Posted By speedshift
1949-51 NOS Left Rocker Panel Ford-2-Dr

Ford original, some shelf wear some light surface rust from Flea market morning dew. No dings or dents. $150 plus shipping. Only weighs 6 pounds but 48 inches long. Local pick up option.SOLD
Forum: Early V8 09-21-2020, 11:31 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 380
Posted By speedshift
8BA Heads

Pair of 8BA heads removed from Ford Factory rebuild. Maybe 5 hours running time on them, car was never finished.

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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-19-2019, 05:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,255
Posted By speedshift
Re: Where to get a OD solenoid for a '49 convertible?

Nothing worse than old fart memories. Do this, do that, but none of them ever did it.

Had two converts, cut a notch in the cross member so the regular od transmission would fit. No problem.
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Forum: Early V8 09-08-2019, 12:49 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 648
Posted By speedshift
1949/51 Save on Shipping Pick Up at fall Carlisle

49/50 Overdrive transmission $300
4.10 differential $75
3.73 Differential $85
L&R 49 NOS Convt 1/4 panels $500 or pair $900
1950 NOS black steering wheel $275
1949 Front V-8 Gravel Pan Used $60...
Forum: Early V8 05-19-2019, 12:57 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 636
Posted By speedshift
1949-1951 Save on Shipping Pick Up at Carlisle

If interested I will bring the following parts to All Ford Carlisle May 30/June 1
NOS means original Ford not a knock off.
49/50 Overdrive transmission $300
4.10 differential (early take off) $75...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-25-2018, 04:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,346
Posted By speedshift
Re: Overdrive

If you want a contemporary hiway speed cruiser, get the od transmission and keep your 3.73 rear. Just watched the od conversion installed in a 51 coupe. Took three old f--ts a weekend laying on a...
Forum: Early V8 04-15-2018, 02:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 535
Posted By speedshift
1950 Complete Ford Back Seat - FREE

Springs good. Upholstery bad. Don't know if 2 door or 4 door. Can deliver to Spring Carlisle for $50.
Forum: Late V8 04-07-2018, 11:38 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 827
Posted By speedshift
1951 Victoria Back Seat - FREE

Good springs bad upholstery. The back or seat fits the 51 convertible, can't remember which. GONE to a good home!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-14-2016, 09:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 708
Posted By speedshift
Re: Transmission oil for a 1953

I use Sta-Lube Hypoid SAE 85W90 rated API/GL-4 purchased from my local NAPA dealer. It is made to meet the specs for older manual transmissions with brass synchros.

Even smells bad like the...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-14-2016, 09:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 708
Posted By speedshift
Re: Transmission oil for a 1953

I use Sta-Lube Hypouid SAE85W90 rated API/GL4 purchased over the counter from my local NAPA store. Made to specs for older manual transmission with brass synchros.

It even smells bad just like...
Forum: Early V8 06-26-2016, 08:42 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,219
Posted By speedshift
Volvo 140 steering box

Looks like rebuilt - really clean/tight. Fits USPS Medium flat rate box $11.35
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-30-2016, 07:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,636
Posted By speedshift
Re: all fords carisle

I got tired of looking at bottles and clocks and Chevy parts at both Spring and Fall carlisle and now only attend All Ford. Surprising amount of flathead (49-53 anyway) last year. Sheet metal,...
Forum: Early V8 06-11-2015, 08:49 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 727
Posted By speedshift
Unhappy 1951 Victoria/Convertible Door Trim

Looking for good used trim that fits on the on the top of the Victoria and Convertible door. Just found out that the trim I was sold as being 51 is for a different year - drat!

Russ Brown...
Forum: Early V8 05-21-2015, 12:21 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 943
Posted By speedshift
1949-50-51 Parts For Sale- Save on Shipping

Can deliver Carlisle

4.10 differential clean, on shelf since 1974 $80.00
4.10 differential dirty, small chip on pinion $50.00
1951 Victoria back seat good springs bad upholstery $75.00
1950...
Forum: Late V8 04-14-2015, 04:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 854
Posted By speedshift
49-55 differential 4.10 ratio

Posted in early v-8, guess I was in the wrong category. Anyway, here goes. Differential was removed, cleaned and painted out of a 49 Tudor in 1974. On the shelf ever since. Will deliver to Spring...
Forum: Early V8 04-10-2015, 01:52 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 978
Posted By speedshift
49-55 differential 4.10 ratio

Removed, cleaned, and painted from a low mileage 1949 two door sedan in l974. Been on the shelf ever since. Will deliver to Spring or All Ford Carlisle. Otherwise ship by UPS actual cost from zip...
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