Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
02-18-2024, 05:16 PM
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Replies: 0
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56 Wheels, Continued
Does anyone know what the BACKSET DIMENSION is on an OEM 56 Ford Fairlane wheel?? Thank you again, Steve
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
02-14-2024, 03:58 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 407
56 Fairlane Wheels
I need 4 OEM style wheels for my 56 Fairlane Sunliner, are Vintique wheels any good? Any recommendations?
Thanks, Steve
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
12-06-2023, 10:51 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,156
56 Ford wheel size
What is the width of a 56 Ford Fairlane Sunliner OEM wheel? What is a good source for the purchase of a new OEM quality wheel for my 56?
Thanks,
Steve
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-30-2023, 01:42 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 578
Re: Maybe a Question for Bubba?
Yes, conventional points ignition system. The reason I'm asking the question is that I seem to remember seeing a previous post in which Bubba had something to say about the importance of the coil to...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-30-2023, 10:45 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 578
Maybe a Question for Bubba?
I'm running a Bubba GM distributer in an 8BA engine. 12 volt conversion, ballast resister bypassed, Bosch 00012 coil 3 ohm internal resister, GM condenser. Now the question: I need to replace the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-23-2023, 11:00 AM
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Replies: 59
Views: 19,757
Re: Problem with Joe's Antique Auto Parts
Have dealt with Joes on and off for several years for large and small parts for my V8s, never a problem, always correct part, fair pricing, quick and reasonable shipping. Would highly recommend. ...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-21-2022, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,682
This one has me stumped!
The car:'47 Ford coupe, driven frequently, 8BA engine, good oil pressure, runs cool, usually starts quite easily. Now the problem: Every so often, perhaps every thousand miles or so, I can't start...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-03-2022, 09:16 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 603
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-22-2021, 03:46 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 3,108
Re: How many on the Barn were there?
I drove my amateur restored maroon 40 dlx 4-dr with wife and two young boys on board from eastern PA to Dearborn '73, then to Canada, and then back home. The 40 never missed a beat the entire trip....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-23-2021, 07:57 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,259
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-23-2021, 03:56 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,259
Re: Front tube shocks 40 deluxe car
Thank you so much! You guys are amazing, you have a wealth of experience and information, and you are willing to share it!
Thanks again,
Steve
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-20-2021, 10:08 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,259
Front tube shocks 40 deluxe car
Apparently, there is no commercially available front tube shock conversion kit for a 40 Ford car that is compatible with the front stabilizer bar; yet, some of you have successfully done this...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-28-2021, 09:02 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,052
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-25-2021, 01:20 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,052
Throttle shaft leak after shut down
I have a DC 94 carb on my 40 Ford 85 hp V8, it is about 5 years old. I am running 2lb fuel pressure. Lately, it has been leaking fuel from both ends of the throttle shaft after the engine is turned...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-11-2021, 10:37 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,482
Re: spark plug recommendation
Ronnie, I’m curious why you recommend a larger plug gap for 12 volts. Is the secondary voltage of a 12 volt system higher than a 6 volt system?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-02-2021, 12:17 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 7,881
Re: Joes antique auto parts
I have always found Joe and his wife Cheryl to be knowledgeable and courteous and patient with my orders and questions. Shipping is always prompt and reasonable in cost. A true asset to our V8 hobby!...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-18-2021, 01:34 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,517
Re: engine knocking 292
I asked whether you had an automatic or manual because I had similar symptoms with my 56 with automatic and 292. I was getting a "knock" at idle and at low rpm's. It turned out to be the flex plate....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-17-2021, 03:42 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,520
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-17-2021, 01:41 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,517
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-15-2021, 09:39 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 997
Re: new rear hub bearing failure
I had the same rear hub bearing failure pattern with my 40 when using new aftermarket bearings. The problem was solved when I finally found some NOS Ford bearings. Let us know if you find a source of...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-14-2021, 02:06 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 3,941
Re: Drive Collector cars How Much?
Great pic Mercman, don't know if I have ever seen an all yellow 56 sunliner, sure looks good! My 56 sunliner is all fiesta red. I have seen a couple of others that are single tone fiesta red, but not...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-13-2021, 09:36 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,859
Re: New guy
Welcome! Best of luck with the 41. You are in good company here.
Steve
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-12-2021, 09:17 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,212
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-09-2021, 04:23 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 4,308
Re: 1948 Ford 12 volt coil issues
I had a similar situation when I converted my 47 coupe to 12 volts. I put a jumper wire across the factory resistor and used a parts store internal resistor 12 volt coil. I solved the problem by...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-06-2021, 11:54 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 3,941
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