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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-11-2024, 03:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 500
Posted By ventura
Re: 28-29 splash aprons on 31?

Just called Gaslight, out of stock
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-11-2024, 03:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 500
Posted By ventura
Re: 28-29 splash aprons on 31?

According to website, Not available
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-11-2024, 03:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 500
Posted By ventura
Re: 28-29 splash aprons on 31?

No, didn't think of them. Called Bratton and Speedway, all out of stock.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-11-2024, 03:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 500
Posted By ventura
28-29 splash aprons on 31?

Hi,I'm sure it's been ask before but will 28-29 splash aprons bolt on a 31? Asking because 31 aprons are out of stock. Or, where can I buy fiberglass 31 aprons, as using fiberglass fenders
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Forum: Early V8 08-12-2016, 07:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 953
Posted By ventura
Re: Original 1940 water pumps

I have found out these are Not original, and I can't figure out how to delete my post. Sorry.
Forum: Early V8 08-10-2016, 01:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 953
Posted By ventura
Original 1940 water pumps

I installed aftermarket water pumps and have the original pair. They were on a running engine, but NO GUARANTEE. Thought maybe someone may want authentic. I think they will fit in a Priority Mail...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-15-2015, 07:41 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,773
Posted By ventura
Re: '35 with juice brakes.

My bad experience. I have a 35 coupe with 40 brake system which was on car prior. The 35 wire rims hit on the brake drum weights, causing wheel and brake drum to be warped . I had to grind the drum...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-22-2015, 10:16 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,736
Posted By ventura
Re: Open Letter to Mac’s

I bought a rebuilt generator for my 35. I drove the hour and a half to avoid the shipping fee. Only got to drive the 35 less than 50 miles and the generator made horrible noise and quit charging....
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-16-2015, 07:13 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 9,736
Posted By ventura
Re: Open Letter to Mac’s

I have been buying from Joes Antique in Massachusetts. No sales tax, and very very reasonable shipping fees. He covers 32-48 Ford. But, he does not sell generators. So, Macs just happened to have one...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-28-2015, 10:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,699
Posted By ventura
Re: 40 brake shoes

Thanks. It has the Lockeed system.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-27-2015, 05:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,254
Posted By ventura
Re: 1940 ford water pumps

There is one bolt inside the pump. I used some heat to lossen. Also use a coat hanger or heavy wire and rake out the crud in the block while pumps are off. Keep digging and rinsing.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-27-2015, 05:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,699
Posted By ventura
40 brake shoes

Does short shoe go on the front?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-12-2015, 01:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,923
Posted By ventura
Re: Honest charley garage

My first experience with Honest Charlie was mail order in 1972. I have a 1974 catalog in glovebox in my 35coupe. Very nice folks.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-01-2015, 04:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,751
Posted By ventura
Re: 35 coupe. no charging question

Moved third brush, no difference.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-01-2015, 04:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,751
Posted By ventura
Re: 35 coupe. no charging question

If i hit the brakes the gauge shows greater neg. I also have a volt meter tester hooked to battery and shows just under 6 volts. Battery was new in January never been flat. Car did charge when I...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-01-2015, 03:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,751
Posted By ventura
Re: 35 coupe. no charging question

Just did that. Then started car, still neg.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-01-2015, 03:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,751
Posted By ventura
Re: 35 coupe. no charging question

How do I flash field poles?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-01-2015, 01:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,751
Posted By ventura
Re: 35 coupe. no charging question

We have bench tested new generator and it charges. When it is in the car it throws the voltage all over the place jumping up and down with stock amp gauge reading constant negative. History, ran all...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-29-2015, 05:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,751
Posted By ventura
Re: 35 coupe. no charging question

Its got to be something so simple. It charged a couple months ago when i got car running after sitting since 72.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-29-2015, 05:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,751
Posted By ventura
Re: 35 coupe. no charging question

Tried all that just now. Negative.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-29-2015, 02:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,751
Posted By ventura
35 coupe. no charging question

Ok. New generator from Macs. Have tried two cutouts, one with diode conversion. I have ground wiresfrom body and moror to frame. Original 6 volt positive ground. The amp gauge shows discharge. My...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-16-2015, 07:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,012
Posted By ventura
Re: question 40 engine in 35 coupe. What generator do I need?

I don't think I could do the rebuilding. The wires coming out are all bare and badly couroded.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-16-2015, 05:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,012
Posted By ventura
question 40 engine in 35 coupe. What generator do I need?

My generator died. No luck buying local such as NAPA. 40 engine and generator has cutout mounted on top. So, I need to make sure I order right generator.So what year do I order? Thanks. Mike.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-29-2015, 03:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,243
Posted By ventura
Re: J C Taylor

Had JCT a few years. I needed my youngest son.18 at the time to drive one of 2 cars to Syracuse. Nationals. They told me no one under 25 could drive my cars. Went wirh Hagherty.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-21-2015, 11:10 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 970
Posted By ventura
Smile Just saying Thanks

Thank you Fordbarn for being here. And also thanks to Lloyd Tiffany for a smooth deal. The parts were perfect!!
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