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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-04-2024, 07:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 353
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: Buying on the swap meet. Can't do.

Thanks Kube. I'll follow up directly.


ML
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-04-2024, 07:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 353
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Buying on the swap meet. Can't do.

I'm trying to buy an item on the swap meet but the site won't let me post a reply. Says I'm not authorized. I want the item. I tried a personal message but no reply. What am I doing wrong? Can't find...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-25-2023, 08:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 800
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: 1938 to 1947 COE engine removal pictures

I have a reprint of the Ford, Mercury and Lincoln 1946-1948 Service Manual that I bought in 1979.It's a Polyprint Books About Ford #V24. Don't know if its still in print but on page 157 is a picture...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-01-2023, 07:42 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 31,236
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: what was your first car and how much did you pay

Mine was a three tone, Red-White- and Black 4 door sedan.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-31-2023, 08:29 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 31,236
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: what was your first car and how much did you pay

Had to get the Wayback Machine cranked up for this. Nothing up my sleeve, Presto.


1963 Ford Galaxy 500 XL 2 door with 289 and automatic.Bought in August 1969 for $375.00 and dealer (Cahill Motor...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-25-2021, 09:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,023
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: 37-41 Distributor Points Installer in CT

Thanks fellows. I'll pass on the info to my son's friend. Hoping to get a look at his car.



ML
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-24-2021, 08:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,023
Posted By Mike/Franklin
37-41 Distributor Points Installer in CT

Who in Connecticut installs and strobes 37-41 distributor points?


Thanks ML
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-29-2020, 01:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,335
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: Crime Wave 1954

I think the vet drove a 36 Ford woodie. Couple of good shots of that one.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-08-2020, 11:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,592
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: 1937 Ford Truck

Looks like a heavy duty frame reinforcement too. Look at the frame side rails. Looks like they are a foot deep.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-31-2019, 07:54 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,166
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: Authorized Ford Rebuilder network

How about this one. Posted this back in 2010 when a thread started about authorized builders.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-17-2019, 09:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,811
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: Long live the early Flat Top 6!

Try the obvious, Rock Auto, NAPA, O'Reilly. Gates number TR28346. Most of these places have lots of the old parts. Rock Auto gave up the Gates listing, then you check out what other vehicles may...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-02-2018, 01:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,437
Posted By Mike/Franklin
42 Ford Pickup

Just found a picture of 42 Ford PU my dad bought when he was building our house in 49,50,51. Took three years of weekends and after work. Bought in Jan of 49 for $575. Our family transportation until...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-15-2018, 08:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,004
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: 1938- 1939 ford pickup hood hinge left side

I checked a couple of on line parts people. No listing for hinge. E-Bay has a couple listed. One guy has a pair that you can buy each at $40.00 or so. 37 car is similar. If you go to a flea market...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-14-2018, 07:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,937
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: Found some old tools

Looks like it's for the 03 Springfield.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-08-2018, 08:47 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,728
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: Which emblem goes on the side of the hood?

There is a stand alone emblem on the 42. Only year for the stand alone. 45,46,47 had the Ford name stamped into the hood. I've seen a couple including one in person and pictures of our family "car" a...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-17-2018, 09:09 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,583
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: Odd Serial on 1941 Ford truck?

Here is some info on 41 Ford Trucks that were purchased by government contract. These pages are from the official maintenance manual that was published at the time. It runs 156 pages and covers all...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-03-2018, 10:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,643
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: truck gas tank

Wow, thanks for the picture. Great truck.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-02-2018, 11:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,643
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: truck gas tank

Hey, just wondered. You said 3 axel truck. So this has an aftermarket third axel? Like one of the ones pictured an page 129 of James Wagner's book? Could you post a picture? What brand? Set up?...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-31-2018, 03:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,045
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: 39 Truck Cab Mount

I found a picture of the cab mount. Not in too bad a shape.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-31-2018, 03:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,045
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: 39 Truck Cab Mount

Allan, just wadded through the snow this AM before work. Checked my mounts. Not as bad as I thought. Just the area there the mounting bolt goes through is broken out. Can be welded no problem.

...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-30-2018, 07:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,045
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: 39 Truck Cab Mount

That does look close. I may have a picture on my office computer. If not might be able to take one and post Thursday or Friday.

Grateful for the offer. ML
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-30-2018, 02:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,045
Posted By Mike/Franklin
39 Truck Cab Mount

Front cab mounds on my dump truck are rusted through. Dosen't seem as though any are available.

Can the available ones for the 40-47 cab be made to fit? Anyone try this?

Thanks ML
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-26-2017, 09:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,008
Posted By Mike/Franklin
OSCO Manifold and carb spacer

Taking apart a 21 stud motor that was Ford rebuilt. Has the tag. Has a set of adjustable lifters. Trying to get the lifters out and dispose of the rest. Big hole in one of the cylinder walls.
...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-10-2017, 07:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,503
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: Is this a '39 Pickup splash pan?

No, not for the pickup. It's for the big truck. The side with the holes mounts up to the holes in grill grill apron. Tabs on other end bolt into holes in the frame just ahead of the axle. Thought...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-07-2017, 10:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,221
Posted By Mike/Franklin
Re: Hood Side Panel Hardware - '38 Tonner

Finally got some photos of my NOS side panel. Shows riveted attachment tabs. The fifth photo is my wreck of a 39 Dump truck. I'm fitting 40/41 NOS fenders. Slightly different than the 39's but they...
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