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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-06-2024, 01:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,783
Posted By shinton
Re: How far should I go with my '41 flathead

Thanks for all the great advice! I think I'm going to attempt to sort out the bypass filter first and go from there. I'll let you know how that worked (or be back for advice on that bypass filter)....
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-06-2024, 01:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,783
Posted By shinton
Re: How far should I go with my '41 flathead

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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-02-2024, 03:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,783
Posted By shinton
Re: How far should I go with my '41 flathead

I'm 46 and just learning....I'm capable doing some work myself, but probably not this. There is no Flathead expert I'm aware of in my area (La Crosse, Wisconsin). I have no idea what a rope seal...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-02-2024, 03:47 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,783
Posted By shinton
Re: How far should I go with my '41 flathead

It leaves quarter-sized spots up and down the drive when I've pulled in or out and I put a pan under it to catch the drips. I am pretty sure the seal is leaking (the head gaskets were just...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-02-2024, 03:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,783
Posted By shinton
Re: How far should I go with my '41 flathead

I have the money to do it right. I'm more afraid of being wasteful or touching something that would be better left alone. Thanks for the advice!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-30-2024, 02:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,783
Posted By shinton
How far should I go with my '41 flathead

I need to replace the main seal on my 41 Ford Super Deluxe Convertible and will likely pull the engine to do that. If we do pull the engine, I'm wondering if if it makes any sense crack it open,...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-17-2023, 01:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 606
Posted By shinton
Weird Fitting on Oil Bypass Line 1941 Ford Super Deluxe

I blew the bypass oil filter line returning to the flathead v8 on my 1941 Ford Super Deluxe. Upon closer inspection I discovered the fitting that failed is designed to flow through a bolt that...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-02-2023, 02:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,227
Posted By shinton
Re: Hot 41 needs to chill out

Thanks for the tips, Alan. I wondered if it might be better to go back to copper. I think the previous owner was probably trying to save some money. I have no idea what the temp is other than...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-02-2023, 01:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,227
Posted By shinton
Re: Hot 41 needs to chill out

One other detail the big aluminum radiator is also supposedly new just before I purchased the car.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-02-2023, 01:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,227
Posted By shinton
Cool Hot 41 needs to chill out

Here's a pic of my 1941 Super Deluxe convertible on a hot summer's day with stop and go driving. Clearly she doesn't like it. Any suggestions of what to do to keep her cooler? There's a big...
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