Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
Yesterday, 07:19 PM
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Re: Bench test Vacuum on fuel pump
Funny story... Back in the day, replacing a brand X fuel pump, had it off and pushed the lever down. Nothing happened till I looked it straight in the outlet and released the lever. Oh, boy. It's...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
Yesterday, 05:39 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 345
Re: Bench test Vacuum on fuel pump
Anthony, the pushrod is loose, able to stand beside instead of under the pump arm. This incorrect position may be what you are experiencing. The correct position will compress the actuater arm...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
Yesterday, 03:51 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 345
Re: Bench test Vacuum on fuel pump
Anthony, for the cramped space issue, the pump top is able to clock around to whatever position is favorable to the installation. This goes for both types, with or without the glass bowl.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
Yesterday, 11:29 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 345
Re: Bench test Vacuum on fuel pump
Anthony, You won't show vacuum until you APPLY vacuum. Also, the diaphram may be ok and the check valves sticky, or the bowl gasket not sealing. In any case, the pump body itself should still be...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
Yesterday, 12:22 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 418
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-14-2021, 06:28 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 1,943
Re: Electric steering
I disagree. The Prince of Darkness was a well deserved title. My Sprite and my wife’s MGB had more Lucas issues than any other sort.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-13-2021, 12:17 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 1,204
Re: Synthetic Oil?
I personally think the reports of leaks or no leaks are personal perception and specific to the observed engine. I don't think anyone can point to a scientific study of the question, unless sponsored...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-09-2021, 09:01 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 880
Re: 1947 Ford - convert to open drive line
Coop, I have to agree with ok Ron in this. Nobody needs a big beefy rear end with a flathead. Your reasons make sense for a big engine, but the extra weight and the loss of efficiency you cite are...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-09-2021, 12:59 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 628
Re: Trip back in time
For those familiar with the Fordson, can you confirm what I've read about them being prone to flipping over backwards while plowing, if the plow catches on a stump or a boulder? I'm a city boy, but...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-07-2021, 09:10 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 494
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-06-2021, 09:39 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 628
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-05-2021, 11:17 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 628
Re: Instrument lights 1939 Ford Deluxe
The'39 DeLuxe switch is a reostat, while the V8 model is a toggle switch. A toggle would work on the DeLuxe, but is not correct. The correct one has a butterscotch (twist) knob with a thin arrow on...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-05-2021, 01:49 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 419
Re: 39 ford waterpumps
Jim, use only a bit of grease to hold the new gaskets in place during installation. No sealant is required, which would make it difficult to scrape off next time. Also, it's always a good idea to...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-04-2021, 05:58 PM
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Replies: 134
Views: 88,372
Re: Engine block I.D. pictures
I for one very much appreciate your research and have learned from your work. I'm sure many others have also. As Photobucket is no longer viable for this thread, whatever method you decide on that...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-04-2021, 12:18 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 599
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-04-2021, 11:53 AM
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Replies: 10
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Re: '38 headlights switch/tube
Apparently, the spring and clip is not engaged at the bottom of the horn rod tube. Under the car below the steering box, you'll see a large bulb with wire harness exiting. On this bulb is a wire...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-03-2021, 10:32 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 367
Re: Low speed miss
You indicated an issue with the accelerator pump. Some kits have a pump rod that is too short. Also, you may have lost the check valve ball from the bottom of the pump cylinder, held in place by a...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-02-2021, 04:49 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 1,245
Re: Oil leak
You have discovered the secret reason for only using a bit of grease to hold gaskets in place during installation.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-01-2021, 12:13 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 625
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-30-2021, 06:59 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 461
Re: Crankshaft pulley cross member clearance
Jakno, I have no answer to your motor mount question, but in referencing your engine, you should know that the block itself is a 59 series, produced from 1945 till 1948. I cannot see your heads,...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-28-2021, 08:15 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 624
Re: '47 Ford Woodie at BJ auction yesterday.
You can’t knock Jack Roush as part of that stuff. Roush has a long long history of true love of Fords. I’m proud to have judged a couple of his Dearborn restorations on the V8 Club Concourse.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-28-2021, 05:12 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 1,245
Re: Oil leak
I put a three bolt cover on my 59L block no problem. Should be the same. ...So, you have a post distributor on a 59A block?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-28-2021, 05:08 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 624
Re: '47 Ford Woodie at BJ auction yesterday.
Exactly right. They are investors, period. It's only about the money, nothing else. They buy policies from Lloyds of London and don't give a damn if their garages burn to the ground.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-27-2021, 04:14 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 786
Re: 38 sedan
Gayle, Your '38 is a beauty! I do have one off-topic concern, from one picture posted: I see that there is a Body Number? plate riveted to the frame near the steering box. This is a concern because...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-27-2021, 03:40 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 379
Re: 6 volt regulator
They are where you find them. I don't think anyone makes them anymore, and there are no gigantic stashes of regulators anywhere.
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