Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-23-2025, 11:33 AM
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Re: ‘37 model 78 horn problem
You don't mention grounding which I think is the problem but your test results are puzzling. The 37 Ford horns have two leads; one is connected to the battery (solenoid terminal) and the other to...
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Forum: Early V8
07-19-2025, 08:25 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 355
KR Wilson engine stand
KR Wilson engine stand complete as shown in catalog. Has the package tray and the adapter for the 85+ hp V8s. Pickup only or you make arrangements for shipping.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
06-17-2025, 07:09 AM
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Replies: 3
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39 V8 trans in a Model A
A friend wants to put a Model B engine with a 39 Ford trans in a Model A. He wants to know if he also has to modify the driveshaft. I searched this forum and was not quite sure if a Cling adapter...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-01-2025, 12:19 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,806
Re: 34 trans help
I had a similar problem and the rear bearing was not all the way in. With the cover off see that the oil baffle just before the rear bearing does not turn freely. It should be locked in place by...
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Forum: Early V8
05-27-2025, 08:04 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 201
Rebuilt 1939 Ford transmission
All parts hot tank cleaned and inspected. New bearings, bushings, thrust washers and seals installed to meet Ford rebuild specifications. Includes correct double detent shift top with 91A-shift...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-12-2025, 04:22 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,692
Re: Electric Wipers
I would not recommend a generic 6v motor like those available from Model A suppliers. I tried one and replaced it with the revitalized vacuum. Why? well it has a very small sweep area so you don't...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-04-2025, 10:41 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 942
Re: Transmission woes...
Looks like the gear on the shaft is the "pointy tooth" model used in the 1950 up early style trans. Since the angle is different from the earlier matching cluster , the teeth will only make contact...
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Forum: Early V8
11-17-2024, 02:55 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 145
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Forum: Early V8
10-25-2024, 08:33 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 737
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Forum: Early V8
10-25-2024, 08:32 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 534
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Forum: Early V8
10-24-2024, 10:23 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 228
1938 Ford DeLuxe Grille
Nice 38 Ford Deluxe grille with original die cast center piece. Been wall hanger for 30 years. Teeth in excellent shape. No breaks or damage to die cast center. Excellent Rouge candidate as is or...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-24-2024, 09:28 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,968
Re: electrically testing a condenser
A little correction to PeteVS's explanation. With the resistance test, the charge builds until the capacitor is fully charged and the current goes to zero which the meter interprets/displays as...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-27-2024, 11:49 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,453
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-20-2024, 09:23 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,112
Re: Brake and clutch Pedal
My guess is that the trans has the wrong arm (say for a 35 - 38) instead of a 39 arm (which you can source from 3rd gen). If so that would explain the 1.5 inch extension on the pedal assembly. ...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-03-2024, 03:03 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,443
Re: 1938 Ford 2dr sedan door latch
The early V8 Ford club restoration manual says the latches for a 39 are the same as a 38. Since the 40 bodies are similar, I would guess they are the same.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-02-2024, 04:33 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,443
Re: 1938 Ford 2dr sedan door latch
According to Ford Motor company "Hardware and Trimming Supplies 28-38, the Tudoor drivers door latch is 81A-702251. The right hand rear Fordoor is the same.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-17-2024, 09:39 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,373
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-16-2024, 02:15 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,373
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-01-2024, 08:18 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,235
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-25-2024, 02:04 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,235
Re: Brake stud repair tool
Thanks, Bob, for the link. I mistakenly thought the swedge worked like a pop rivet, just providing a fattened end to hold the stud in place. Instead I see it compresses the stud in the hole almost...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-25-2024, 08:45 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,235
Brake stud repair tool
One of the studs for my 35 Ford drum is missing I have a new stud and have to fix it in place (swage it?). How does this tool look? i have a half inch pipe that I would think could be used if I...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-23-2024, 07:37 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,544
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-20-2024, 06:00 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,293
Re: 40 gearset in a 46 pu case
You don't have to bother Mac, most of the info is in his web site. It shows two mainshafts for the closed driveshaft 3 speeds. The 81A-7061 has a pin hole to capture the thrust washer, and as...
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Forum: Early V8
04-25-2024, 08:15 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,016
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