The Ford Barn - Early V8 (1932-53)

The Ford Barn - Early V8 (1932-53) https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/ Long live the flathead Ford! en Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:52:15 GMT vBulletin 60 https://fordbarn.com/forum/hamb/misc/rss.jpg The Ford Barn - Early V8 (1932-53) https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/ VIN or serial number location - 47 ford https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357971&goto=newpost Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:14:49 GMT Hey!

I need to get a VIN inspection by the DMV to transfer the title into state. Pain in the ass.

I've been looking to figure out where the Serial Number could be, but I can't find it no matter how hard I look. I've seen other posts saying "Near the steering box" but I actually don't know what a steering box is.

There's a small placard on the firewall (engine side) but I don't see a serial number there, just patent numbers.

Is there a way to get to the number without taking half the car apart? ]]> Early V8 (1932-53) Squadron https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357971 Rollerlifters https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357966&goto=newpost Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:31:06 GMT I know a few had used roller lifters but I'm not shore if Crower or Jesel today make it ( if so special order )
I has seen own made in a bronze bushing with keyslots to Ford FH.
I don't know if Navarro had them in the late 40's (?)
But I'll also seen radial grinded lifters.
I will use std 8BA +40 grams lifters on my Potvin 425 cam but I has another project that can be cool use that roller design ( no racing just fun mechanical stuff )

Ideas on that.

-I seek a 32 core 425 cam, so if anyone has one 'over' I'm ready. ]]> Early V8 (1932-53) 3W Hank https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357966 Navarro 8ba Heads https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357961&goto=newpost Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:32:59 GMT After not having much luck buying a good used pair of Edmunds heads, I'm considering a new pair of 8ba Navarro heads.H&H says they are one of the best flowing heads. Would love to hear from anyone who has experience or knowledge of them. Thanks. ]]> Early V8 (1932-53) Shoebox https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357961 The Three Stooges, 1936 Ford 5W Coupe https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357959&goto=newpost Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:41:01 GMT Last night I was watching TV in the middle of the night, and I found this 1936 episode of the Three Stooges. The Fire Captain buys a brand new 1936... Last night I was watching TV in the middle of the night, and I found this 1936 episode of the Three Stooges. The Fire Captain buys a brand new 1936 5W coupe, beautiful car until the Three Stooges gets done when it. The car plays a big part in the last half of the 17-minute episode. It's a fun watch except for what they do to that poor brand new 1936 Ford.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=btKrq27FwO8 ]]> Early V8 (1932-53) Flathead Fever https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357959 dragster out of hibernation https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357957&goto=newpost Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:04:45 GMT Our dragster came out of hibernation this morning, It had been in the trailer since my wife Carol passed 5 yrs ago, I have passed it onto my son, he... Our dragster came out of hibernation this morning, It had been in the trailer since my wife Carol passed 5 yrs ago,
I have passed it onto my son, he drove the last few years it was in constant use.
Its getting a freshen up with new paint scheme , tyres and belts etc, engine is good to go,
trailer gets a reskin and corporate paint job,( son is professional a photograher)
So the dragster should be back in use in the next few months.
Lawrie

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]]> Early V8 (1932-53) Lawrie https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357957 engine popping noise, mostly at idle https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357949&goto=newpost Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:23:58 GMT i'm experiencing a lot of popping noises from the engine when at idle. even from a cold start. at first i thought it was coming from misfires, but recently i'm suspecting they are not misfires.

my thoughts are that i've got a leak in my exhaust system and the popping is simply unburnt fuel in the exhaust gases meeting up with oxygen being brought into the exhaust system by the leak.

any thoughts on popping and it's sources? ]]> Early V8 (1932-53) hueyhoolihan https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357949 36 Ford 221 V-8 with Stromberg Carb.- Fuel Pump Spec.? https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357947&goto=newpost Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:41:09 GMT Looking to replace/add burnt out fuel pump that was added to V-8 21 bolt with Stromberg Carb. Can someone recommend the specs. or even a brand... Looking to replace/add burnt out fuel pump that was added to V-8 21 bolt with Stromberg Carb.

Can someone recommend the specs. or even a brand name.

I imagine I need "low flow" and low pressure.
What I found so far low flow:

Output Pressure: 2-3.5 PSI
Flow Rate: 24 GPH

Output Pressure: 2.5-4 PSI
Voltage: 12 Volt
Flow Rate: 30 GPH

This is bolted back by the gas tank of course. ]]> Early V8 (1932-53) RDebened36 https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357947 1953 Mercury Power steering Cylinder https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357940&goto=newpost Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:00:04 GMT Hi Folks,
I'm adding power steering to my 1953 Monterey and I have found almost all original parts. The power cylinder has small leak so I was thinking to buy another one. Rockauto has two types.

Lares 30 has external tube, like mine, but is only Remanufactured and the core is a problem for me as I live in Italy. The other one, lares 10031 is new and cheaper.

Has anyone tried swapping them and know if they are more or less interchangeable?

Thank you. ]]> Early V8 (1932-53) Sunnybob https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357940 Paint for my 32 Ford https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357939&goto=newpost Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:39:18 GMT Does any one out there know where i can obtain the original paint for my 32 Ford which is Brewster Green (looks Black) It was previously obtained... Does any one out there know where i can obtain the original paint for my 32 Ford which is Brewster Green (looks Black) It was previously obtained from Colorite in CT but they went out of business Thanks Tom ]]> Early V8 (1932-53) toms32 https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357939 Shout out to Steve Blancard ndnchf https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357938&goto=newpost Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:30:51 GMT What a great service from Steve. I ordered a generator about 11:30 AM and it was at the post office before 2 PM. What a great service from Steve. I ordered a generator about 11:30 AM and it was at the post office before 2 PM. ]]> Early V8 (1932-53) 34fordy https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357938 Any idea what these carbs go to? https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357937&goto=newpost Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:23:59 GMT I bought a bunch of flathead parts which included these two carbs. They look like flathead ford/holly until you see the base. They have two... I bought a bunch of flathead parts which included these two carbs.
They look like flathead ford/holly until you see the base.
They have two holes.
Any thoughts on what they go?
thanks
I had to start a new thread because i was unable to add pictures. so here they are in one.

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]]> Early V8 (1932-53) benbuilder https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357937 What does this carb fit? https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357936&goto=newpost Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:30:35 GMT I bought a bunch of flathead parts which included these two carbs. They look like flathead ford/holly until you see the base. They have two... I bought a bunch of flathead parts which included these two carbs.
They look like flathead ford/holly until you see the base.
They have two holes.
Any thoughts on what they go?
thanks

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]]> Early V8 (1932-53) benbuilder https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357936 <![CDATA[Tech 101: Oil Viscosity Versus E85 > From Hemmings]]> https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357933&goto=newpost Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:10:59 GMT When using E85 as a fuel instead of straight gasoline, the recommendation is to use one step higher grade viscosity engine oil than what you would... When using E85 as a fuel instead of straight gasoline, the recommendation is to use one step higher grade viscosity engine oil than what you would otherwise use. For example, if you were planning to run 10w30 engine oil the suggestion would be to step up to 10w40. This compensates for the thinning effect of alcohol-based fuel because of the significantly greater amount of fuel required when running E85. Alcohol has been shown to act like a solvent with oil. This is why you would increase viscosity. This is especially true with carbureted E85 engines as they often run much richer air-fuel ratios. A great follow-up suggestion would be to test your used oil to ensure it is not compromised with excess fuel or alcohol in the oil. Several companies offer this service including Amsoil, Blackstone, and SpeeDiagnostix.

https://www.hemmings.com/stories/tec...9b1bcf9b99e50a ]]> Early V8 (1932-53) petehoovie https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357933 Why is it so hard for me? https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357930&goto=newpost Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:05:06 GMT I have always struggled getting the transmission oil refilled with all of the obstructions in the way. Has anyone figured out a way to do this... I have always struggled getting the transmission oil refilled with all of the obstructions in the way. Has anyone figured out a way to do this easily? You would think that after 65+ years laying under cars I would have figured a better way, LOL. I see that some manufacturers are putting it in plastic bags. ]]> Early V8 (1932-53) 34fordy https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357930 Inside door handle on a 1948 Ford https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357926&goto=newpost Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:03:33 GMT How do I install a pin into the door handle. How do I install a pin into the door handle. ]]> Early V8 (1932-53) Blase https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=357926