Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-02-2015, 09:26 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 6,357
Re: 40/41 Pickup owners
I had this issue so I loosened the hood hinges on the cowl of the cab. Soak with a good penetrant if you have not had them out yet. This made a huge difference with the final hood fit up.
Good Luck,...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-16-2015, 05:37 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 5,117
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-12-2015, 10:01 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,958
Re: Shifting tower/arm on my '42 PU
I'd say the 1/4" pin which aligns the shifter is worn and is allowing the shifter to "rotate" in the top. Carefully extract the pin, cut the shank from a 1/4" drill and try again. This is a quick fix...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-07-2015, 08:31 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,347
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-28-2015, 08:46 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,852
Re: 1939-48 Trans. Gear Condition Question
The worn teeth on these 2 gears will cause the brass synchro rings to wear sooner than later, will seem Ok at first with new synchros but will eventually show up.
At the cost of a good cluster...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-14-2015, 12:18 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,526
Re: Shifting fork pins
I use needle nose, Vise Grip needle nose, a very small pair of pliers I have, which ever seems to work with the tower I'm working on. I also use a pin the same size to keep the fork aligned with the...
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Forum: Early V8
01-05-2015, 10:18 AM
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Replies: 0
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'32, '33 or '34 Gear Shift
I'm looking for a '32 to '34 shift handle in good usable condition. I'd prefer a '32 gear shift though would be interested in a '33-'34. Handle can be bent slightly.
I also need a "B" transmission...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-11-2014, 07:08 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,000
Re: 39 clutch pedal lock pin
I would not ream the hole as is suggested, too much material is removed and a new pin will not peen in tight enough to take up the clearance. I use the new supplied pins from Job Lot or others and...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-11-2014, 05:41 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,452
Re: 5"-Wide 16" Mercury Wheels
I have a 16" x 5" wheel with a '41 date stamp, I don't remember the month. The rim date stamp is near the valve stem hole in the drop center area and some wheels are also stamped near the lug nut...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-10-2014, 10:52 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 9,499
Re: COE restoration
Try Job lot Ford in NY for chassis components, they do have some NOS parts at reasonable prices. Ask for James.
Good luck, Paul.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-29-2014, 12:20 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 2,056
Harmon Collins "Offy Grind" Flathead Cam?
I've heard of this cam talked about from time to time (not on here though). Does anyone have specs on such a cam made by Harmon Collins?
I've never found any listings in some HC spec sheets I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
11-15-2014, 12:45 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 5,508
Re: wire wheel rust removal question...........
I would be cautious of the electrolysis method on wire wheels. I've used the process on a lot of sheet metal and frame components. I thought it would work well on 16" KH wire wheels which it did...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-11-2014, 10:36 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,736
Re: Thank You Veterans
Thank you to all who served so we may live & worship freely in this great country.
Respectfully Paul J.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-01-2014, 09:06 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 46,515
Re: Flathead Paint Color
I have a couple of the '39-'41 blocks which are of the "99" series, keystone water passage, thicker cylinder walls, "raised deck" etc. which were painted the '46 era dark blue. I've heard Ford...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-21-2014, 01:12 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 9,860
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-17-2014, 09:22 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 7,545
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-16-2014, 12:40 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 7,651
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-04-2014, 11:27 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,519
Zephyr Gears- Mixing original w/ New Repro?
I have some partial sets of 18T/26T Zephyr gears, lacking the cluster gear. I have good to NOS 18T input shafts as well as the 24T 2nd gear. I've heard it is not good to mix original gears with the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-04-2014, 11:15 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,979
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-29-2014, 07:10 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 10,457
Re: 3 Speed Transmission Identification
I've seen both the "48" and "78" cases with the rib, I believe it was a mid 30's feature as the "78" cases which were introduced w/ the 29T cluster seem to not have the rib, at least in my...
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Forum: Early V8
09-23-2014, 01:56 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,590
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Forum: Early V8
09-23-2014, 01:52 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,456
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-22-2014, 09:43 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 6,527
Re: Mellings M15 Hi Volume Pump
Thanks for all the info, I'll put in my next swap meet load..................maybe somebody will want it for cheap! Paul J.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-20-2014, 11:03 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 6,527
Mellings M15 Hi Volume Pump
I have a new USA made (marked 1999) Mellings M15 high volume oil pump which I just acquired in a batch of parts.
I've read & heard pros and cons. What's your opinion, should I keep it? Mostly I...
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Forum: Early V8
09-18-2014, 09:42 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,456
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