Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-11-2024, 08:57 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,026
Re: Rear axle grease fitting
My '40 Tudor Sedan has the grease fittings at the outer ends of the axle. Just greased them last Friday. Best I can tell, it's the original axle that came in the car along with the transmission...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-10-2024, 02:08 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 203
Re: Faulty temp gauge, sending unit, or...?
Thanks to all for your suggestions.
The Third Gen sender was a repro; not OEM. I will check out NOS or good used KS sending units on ebay.
I may try thermostats to see if that makes any...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-10-2024, 09:28 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 203
Faulty temp gauge, sending unit, or...?
Here are the stats: '40 Tudor, 6 volt system, stock radiator, no thermostats - running only straight water with VP Cool Down coolant additive/corrosion inhibitor, Speedway water pumps, belt adjusted...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-08-2024, 01:54 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,333
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-07-2024, 09:23 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 389
Re: 1950 Mercury add factory OD
Before installing the relay, look closely on the drivers side of the firewall in the engine bay and you should see a couple of factory pressed dimples with the exact spacing for the overdrive relay....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-06-2024, 04:16 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,333
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-06-2024, 09:28 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 389
Re: 1950 Mercury add factory OD
Borg Warner overdrive transmissions were available for Fords & Mercurys starting in 1949. I still see them at swap meets. The Mercury '49-'51 units were different from the Ford, so you will need to...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-06-2024, 09:04 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 791
Re: 80 years ago today
We might have had our differences politically, but we weren't divided on knowing what evil was and what to do about it. God bless America!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-05-2024, 04:37 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,333
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-05-2024, 07:25 AM
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,333
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-04-2024, 08:12 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,333
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-04-2024, 04:24 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,333
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-04-2024, 01:35 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 289
Re: Adjusting timing
I don't think I would attempt it any other way. You MUST be at TDC to accurately set timing and using the timing pin in the cam gear removes all doubt.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-04-2024, 01:25 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,333
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-04-2024, 07:46 AM
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,333
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-03-2024, 09:19 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 905
Re: Do I fit in
This forum is glad to have you, and I think you'll find that you're at the right place! There are no such things as dumb questions, and be sure to keep us posted on your progress.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-03-2024, 09:10 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,333
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-03-2024, 01:03 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,333
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-03-2024, 10:57 AM
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,333
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-03-2024, 08:18 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,733
Re: Move A By Yourself
Robert,
Sorry to hear about your unfortunate experience and injury - hope you're back in action soon. Your words of caution are certainly right on target for many of us. Since it took care of the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-03-2024, 07:44 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 952
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-02-2024, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 489
Re: Starter issues
A while back I had a similar problem to yours when using a reproduction switch. I used dielectric grease on the starter switch post and copper strap and that seemed to help, but I try not to use...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-01-2024, 07:24 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 382
Re: AA Hub cap tool?
Here's one offered by one of our favorite suppliers...
https://www.macsautoparts.com/model-a-ford-aa-truck-hub-cap-wrench-for-use-on-threaded-style-caps-28-25056-1.html
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-29-2024, 08:15 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 952
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
05-28-2024, 09:52 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,733
Re: Move A By Yourself
You might also consider a winch anchored to the concrete floor along with a snatch block for extra pulling power. Would cost a heckuva lot less that the Power Pusher machine you're referring to in...
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