Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-09-2023, 03:48 PM
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Replies: 7
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-08-2023, 04:07 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 757
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-21-2022, 03:21 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 574
1934 Speedo issue
My newly installed speedo doesn't work in the cabriolet. The head unit has been checked out professionally as OK, the cable is new and can operate the head unit via a drill, so the problem must be...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-01-2022, 03:35 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 789
On the road again!
My 34 Cabriolet is finally through the New Zealand Certification process and is now back on the road again! I’m now onto finishing off the interior that I left bare for the inspection process. I...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-05-2020, 04:06 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 626
34 Petrol Pump issue resolved
A few weeks back I posted about my close shave with gas pumping out of my carburettor and the subsequent fire risk. As per suggestions I had the petrol pump pressure tested, it was a whopping 6 psi!...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-24-2020, 04:17 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,486
Re: Stromberg 97 Issue
Thanks guys, I've taken note of all your suggestions and will post any results. I have a filter between tank and carb sitting inside the chassis at the back. The engine is reconditioned and has only...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-24-2020, 12:07 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,486
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-23-2020, 10:11 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,486
Stromberg 97 Issue
This afternoon Flathead Ted came over to check out the Cabriolet, now nearing completion. I fired it up and suddenly it's running rough and gas starts streaming out over the garage floor! Quickly I...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-16-2020, 04:09 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,274
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-15-2020, 11:46 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,274
A phone number for Westcotts Auto in Oregon
I'm a New Zealand member of the Ford Barn and would like to get hold of someone at Westcotts Auto in Oregon by phone. Does anyone have a regular phone number for them, as opposed to an 800 number, as...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-09-2020, 09:28 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 944
34 Cabriolet window installation
Any tips on how to install the windows in a 34 Cabriolet? I've had a couple of tries and no go. They are heavy and awkward and don't want to sit in the track. What am I doing wrong? I have replaced...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-27-2020, 05:30 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 784
Re: re 34 Cabriolet Sun Visors
Thanks for that reply. It solves a conundrum.
Keep well, here in NZ we are in 4 weeks shut down, each family in total isolation, only essential travel allowed.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-26-2020, 08:07 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 784
re 34 Cabriolet Sun Visors
I was under the impression that 34 Cabriolets did not come out with sun visors. However, I came across a reference to them actually coming out with them fitted in 'Early Ford V8s As Henry Built them"...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-18-2019, 01:02 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,934
Side Anti Rattle bumper on a 34 Rumble lid
I understand that at the top of the channel that the rumble lid sits in there is a an anti side rattle bumper. Does anyone have a pic of this. None of the early part suppliers seem to have it...
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Forum: Early V8
05-30-2019, 02:01 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 977
1934 Cabriolet Rear Window Frame
I need a 'correct' 34 Roadster/Cabriolet rear window frame. This is the 'letter slot' model that measures approx. 5 inches by 24 inches. I'm happy to pay the 'correct' price! This needed to complete...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-30-2019, 12:08 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,545
1934 Cabriolet Rear Window
I'm searching for a correct rear window frame unit for my 34 Cabriolet. Macs have a couple of larger, squarer ones but I'm looking for the correct 'letter-slot' that measures approx. 5 x 24 inches....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-20-2019, 01:41 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,845
Re: Flathead Ted Brakes
Ted's brake floaters are an essential update on early Ford rod actuated brakes. There is a great Youtube clip of a 34 sedan stopping in a cloud of burning tire smoke! They are a simple yet effective...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-18-2019, 07:54 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,108
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-16-2019, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 4,657
Re: 1933 coolant "water"
As someone who is about to install and first fill a reconditioned radiator in my 34 cabriolet am I to assume from the very informative article about the various different waters that my best bet is...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-10-2019, 08:05 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,006
re Adjusting 34 Cabriolet Doors
A while back I took a scan of a page from a Ford Bulletin that I found on-line of a page of detailed instructions on the adjustment of 34 Cabriolet doors. Unfortunately and stupidly the scan I made...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-05-2019, 04:48 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 909
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-15-2019, 04:47 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,063
Re: Adapting a LHD Columbia valve control to RHD
Thanks for your help Brian. I'm looking into casting a new body for the valve! I can make a wax blank to the shape I require with the correct mounts, get it cast and then machined. Should not be too...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-13-2019, 12:14 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,063
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-11-2019, 03:38 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 10,707
Re: LeBarron Bonney
About 18 months ago, maybe a little more, I ordered a complete upholstery kit and soft top for my 34 Cabriolet. As I live in New Zealand the shipment was first sent to LA where it was consolidated...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-11-2019, 03:30 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,063
Adapting a LHD Columbia valve control to RHD
I'm putting a Columbia 2-Speed under my 34 Cabriolet, and I have purchased all the parts from John Connolly. However, the control valve that sits in front of the clutch pedal is specifically LHD and...
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