Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
09-03-2018, 11:40 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,195
Re: Chrome plating?
Try We r chrome plating LLC ask for Wally, 3885 east 78th street, Cleveland,Ohio 44105. Phone (216) 441-2795. He did the bumpers on my 57 T-Bird. Very reasonable, triple chrome process $1500.00.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
09-03-2018, 11:23 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,652
Re: mid-'50s upholstery
I believe ABC was bought by Lebaron - Bonney. Contact them I've seen adds showing the ABC interiors sold by Lebaron-Bonney.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-03-2018, 06:43 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,570
Re: Just a heads up
Hi Charlie,
I will see you there and I'm driving my 52 that you did the carb for it.
Take care,
Pat Rooney
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-25-2018, 09:30 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 9,527
Re: Hello from NC!
I thought the 352-360 motor was only offered on the Starliner with 3 speed overdrive trans.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-22-2018, 04:01 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 11,028
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-02-2018, 09:33 PM
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Replies: 63
Views: 8,978
Re: Deleted-Lost topic thread
Vintage Copper,
What happened with the 41 Ford Super Deluxe that you were looking at on the V8 Forum? I notice it had a similar paint scheme as your 47.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-20-2018, 09:31 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,877
Re: Engine Rebuilder
I recommend Mark Moriarty in Warsaw, NY. He did the motor in my 50 Ford convertible, and I'm very pleased. He is very thorough and knowledgeable. Advertises in Early V8 Times as Valve En Bloc. ...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-15-2018, 09:33 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,835
Re: Motor oil ?
I use Penn Grade 1. I used 30W for break in then switched 10W40W. It used to be Brad Penn (the green oil).
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Forum: Questions & Suggestions
02-15-2018, 09:19 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,952
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-26-2017, 08:14 PM
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Replies: 127
Views: 39,300
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-26-2017, 04:51 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,914
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-25-2017, 09:37 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,914
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-25-2017, 07:49 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,914
Re: 1957 Ford Thunderbird power brake booster
Thank you, how can I get the CTCI Restoration Manual? Is there a parts manual for 57 T-Bird that would show pictures? I have the large three ring binder parts manual from 49-59. Just wondered if...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-25-2017, 06:24 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,914
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-22-2017, 08:42 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,914
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-21-2017, 09:04 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,914
Re: 1957 Ford Thunderbird power brake booster
dmsffr, Did you splice into the fuel pump vacuum? If so could you send some photos showing how you split it. I thought the manifold fitting is where the vacuum came from. I'm stumped because the...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-19-2017, 10:03 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,914
Re: 1957 Ford Thunderbird power brake booster
Dmsffr, thank you for showing the fitting. I've been getting parts from Concours Auto Parts. Is that where I should get the fitting. I want to keep this as original as possible. I bought the car...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-19-2017, 07:50 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,914
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-18-2017, 08:43 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 7,914
1957 Ford Thunderbird power brake booster
I just purchased a 1957 Thunderbird. The power brake booster was disconnected. I just sent it to White Post to be rebuilt. I want to know where the vacuum hose is connected to get vacuum. It was...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-25-2017, 07:11 PM
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Replies: 173
Views: 30,503
Re: Great northern route 2
Frank glad to hear you made it home safe and sound. I really enjoyed reading the threads about your trip. I was envious wishing I was going along with you. It takes a lot of courage to make that...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
09-13-2017, 08:21 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,408
Re: Driving lights
I had fog lights on my 50 Ford and they worked with a switch on the bottom of the dash. It was totally separate from the headlights.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-13-2017, 08:15 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,543
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-09-2017, 07:00 PM
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Replies: 196
Views: 54,885
Re: 1936 Truck restoration
Wish I could open the pictures. I'm computer illiterate to open the photobucket. One add said the cost would be $399.99. So I passed. Can anybody give some hints on how to open. Thank you!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-25-2017, 08:58 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 992
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-29-2017, 09:30 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,364
Re: Brake bleed query
I'm curious what is a good rule of thumb as to how often a system should be bled? I use dot 3 and try to bleed the system every 2 - 3 years.
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