Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-10-2024, 07:17 PM
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Replies: 5
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Re: 8ba cooling question
All three of mine , left bank is hotter . I run a single electric gauge with two senders and a on off on switch .
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-10-2024, 07:11 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 679
Re: Lowering shackles source
That spring does look alot flatter than mine . What angle are your shackles at ? I see you have tube shocks , nice . I just went through a week of r&r rear shocks , adding correct oil , adjusting,...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-10-2024, 04:55 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 679
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-10-2024, 04:02 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 679
Re: Lowering shackles source
I just took measurements rear 26 1/2 with 215-75-15 the top of my tire is aprx 1-2”above the rear fender lip . That could be off because I’m not 100% level , side to side .
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-10-2024, 01:31 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 245
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-10-2024, 01:25 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 679
Re: Lowering shackles source
If your post 15 was in response to mine , its not the front or rear spacing . Its the space between the axle/ drum and the fender lip . You can’t tilt the wheel enough to remove . I’ve tried 2 jacks...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-10-2024, 01:13 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 123
Re: Lost all power ( electrical) 51 F1
Are you still pos ground , 6 volt ? I suggest removing the wire from circuit breaker and check the wires polarity. If pos then you need to trace that wire and see where it’s connected wrong . If the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-09-2024, 06:09 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 679
Re: Lowering shackles source
Ive got a 46 now working with tires . 215 x75 can barely be removed when jacked very high . I tried 225s but could not install . Mine is at stock height . Just something to think about.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-09-2024, 01:08 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 695
Re: 1933 V8: Troubleshooting...suggestions welcome
Vacuum gauges are cheap , suggested you by or borrow one . It’ll tell you what’s happening by the needle, either steady and dropping or bouncing ( another issue)
Any weezing sounds along the exhaust...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-09-2024, 05:58 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 695
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-08-2024, 03:30 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 245
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-08-2024, 03:29 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 603
Re: Thoughts on plastic fuel tanks
I’m about to install one in my 41 . The issues 19Fordy are exact , I wanted a long term solution to the alcohol fuel . I recently installed a Drake tank in my other 41 , while there are no issues I...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-08-2024, 12:45 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 245
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-04-2024, 04:25 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 896
Re: Do I fit in
Welcome from a semi recent member . The knowledge here is unbelievable and offered freely .
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-01-2024, 12:19 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 874
Re: 4 Barrel Carb?
I’ve been running the Holley 4360 economaster series . It was suggested by a friend that used them when they were released in the late 70s early 80s on flatheads . They are a spread bore , sort of ....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-25-2024, 12:41 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 324
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-25-2024, 12:37 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 1,644
Re: Front Axle 1939 Ford pickup
Can you take pics of the wheels, steering linkage and complete front end . It could be a few things . What is leading you to the axle ? Does it look bent ?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-25-2024, 04:58 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 324
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-24-2024, 06:27 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 324
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-24-2024, 03:16 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 324
Re: Anyone need a 33-34 front shock for parts
Thanks David , I edited my post . Do you have a picture of the 33 front ? It has two spots where the fill hole could go but only one is drilled . I’m going off a internet picture of ford shocks and...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-24-2024, 01:06 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 475
Re: engine stumbles under load
Is your new distributor only mechanical advance ? If so read the instructions on adjusting the advance curve . Or CAREFULLY after you start it , bring it up to where it starts stumbling and wuth the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-24-2024, 01:01 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 324
Anyone need a 33-34 front shock for parts
I found a shock which may be a 1933 or 34 front . No arm and probably just parts . Free just pay shipping or pickup . I can email pictures.
If inappropriate here please delete.
Gary
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-24-2024, 04:25 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 562
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-16-2024, 07:17 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 1,770
Re: Oil leak
Is your dipstick correct with the correct measured amount of oil ? Just a possibility?
Good luck
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-16-2024, 12:29 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 700
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