Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-08-2026, 03:22 PM
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Replies: 4
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Heater blower motor control switch removal tool.
The bezel on my 50 for the blower motor control switch appears to need a special tool to unscrew it. Has two holes 180 degrees apart. The knob and shaft can be removed for access. Any suggestions?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-02-2026, 12:42 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,131
Re: Lifter won't stay in adjustment.
Many thanks to all of you guys that responded to my post. I will keep all of you posted on my progress and what method I end up using. I wasn't aware there was a Green Loctite
also. Probably be ...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-01-2026, 03:50 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,131
Lifter won't stay in adjustment.
8-CM Merc engine. 296 C.I. 3-3/8 X 4-1/16. Potvin Cam and lifters. Lifter on #2 won't hold it's valve lash. I'm thinking of two options. #1 back the lifter adjusting bolt out as much possible and...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-17-2025, 03:14 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 584
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-15-2025, 02:02 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 584
Assembling a starter
Hey Guys. When reassembling a starter or generator, what's the best way to hold the four brushes back so the armature can be installed in the base plate?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-14-2025, 10:36 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,080
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-12-2025, 11:59 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,080
Re: New starter
Well it happened again. Third time so spent three hours trying to get starter out. Going to put the old style starter drive on the shaft but cannot figure out how to removed the new style drive from...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-08-2025, 10:31 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,080
Re: New starter
I installed one with the new style Bendix on my 50. Had to do the grinding thing on the block to get it to fit. I used a Dremel with a grinding disc. You don't have to grind a lot but it takes...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-21-2025, 10:01 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 838
Re: Lifter Problem
Thanks to all who replied. I just got this engine back in the car with everything hooked up and upon starting it up had a lot of lifter noise. Only sounds like one. I will try one or more of the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-20-2025, 10:51 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 838
Lifter Problem
I have one (1) lifter that won't hold it's setting. Can this be fixed without having t0 remove the head? If so, all suggestions will be welcome.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-31-2025, 12:29 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 305
Re: Triple Carb Intake gasket.
Thanks Paul. I didn't realize there was a difference. I ordered a complete 49 to 53 gasket set for my rebuild and all went well except for the intake gasket. I'll cut a hole in it and that will solve...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-30-2025, 04:28 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 305
Triple Carb Intake gasket.
50 Ford flathead with Offenhouser triple carb intake manifold. Is there a special intake gasket for this? The front of the intake has two holes One for oil fill and the other, I assume, is for a road...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-18-2025, 10:44 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,119
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-03-2025, 10:28 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,935
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-30-2025, 09:22 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,952
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-16-2025, 10:57 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,416
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-01-2025, 11:45 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,805
Re: Lower radiator hoses on an 8BA
Thanks for all the replies. I already have the hoses and clamps. Just wondered if there was any advantage to installing them in any particular order (engine first or radiator). There is not a lot of...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-31-2025, 10:50 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,805
Lower radiator hoses on an 8BA
Any tips on replacing the lower radiator hoses? The engine and radiator are out of the car at present time. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-13-2025, 10:19 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,586
Re: Starter
Thanks for all the replies. Finding a repair shop is almost impossible these days. Shoebox central doesn't have anything. I did get a recommendation from them. It's called early V8 sales,...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-12-2025, 06:58 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,586
Starter
I need a starter for my 50. Vanpelt doesn't carry them any more. Open for all suggestions. Thanks
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-07-2025, 11:01 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 971
Flathead engine lifting plate
Anyone in the Detroit area have an engine lift plate I could borrow (or rent)? I have a lift plate but am not comfortable with only 4 bolts holding it on in a very small area. I was hoping not to...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-28-2025, 10:33 AM
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Replies: 87
Views: 27,809
Re: Ol' Ron
He is a wealth of information and will be missed by all.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-27-2025, 12:22 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 7,228
Re: 1950 Mercury rear fender removal
I'm not aware of any removable rear fenders on a 50 Merc. Just the rear quarter panel which is not removable. If you need to repair it just cut out the bad section and patch it. I don't think any...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-25-2025, 10:18 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 3,114
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-20-2025, 12:01 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,573
Re: Strange engine bolt. Where does it go?
Thanks to all who replied, especially the one with the picture. That's exactly what it looks like. My only other thought was, I replaced the oil pump idler gear and bushing and thought it might hold...
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