Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-21-2010, 07:51 AM
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Views: 5,035
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-05-2010, 04:20 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,089
Re: Electrolysis Results on Hood Panels
Arm and Hammer "Washing Soda" about 1 cup to ten gallons of water.
Don't use stainless for your electrodes. Do this outside it does release
a hydrogen gas which is lighter than air and could...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-05-2010, 10:09 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,089
Re: Electrolysis Results on Hood Panels
Looking good Dennis. I just did a set of wire spoke wheels It took the paint off and cut the final prep time down considerably. I used a garden hose as you did. The next time I do some painted or...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-21-2010, 06:09 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,562
Re: Molasses dip came out crusty, need advice
Have you considered using electrolosis? It is a simple set up. Just make sure you do it outside it does produce a hydrogen gas that you dont want lingering in any enclosed area. Also do not use...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-19-2010, 09:24 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,802
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-19-2010, 08:45 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,802
Re: "Short circuit"
Barry that is a scary picture reminds of my grandfather sticking pennies in the fuse box. I was a kid and knew this can't be right! Electricity is a mystery for a lot of people.
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Forum: Early V8
08-18-2010, 05:37 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,283
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Forum: Early V8
08-07-2010, 11:17 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 964
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-28-2010, 05:56 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 29,700
Re: 1938 1939 ford trucks
Buy it! You have a great resource right here for any questions are problems that will
come during the restoration.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-25-2010, 03:21 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,498
Re: Original wheel colors
What type of paint would be best for the wheels?
I have been told to use an epoxy paint on the wheels vs. powder coating That the epoxy will hold up better.
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Forum: Early V8
07-17-2010, 12:21 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 964
1938 Big Truck Fenders
A pair of big truck front fenders with the short running boards and inner fenders. A few inches of the rear of the wheel opening has been cut to allow for larger tires. Inner fenders have been cut in...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-14-2010, 11:50 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 5,575
Re: Painting Wheels
Thank You to all that answered my question.
I used the electrolytic rust removal method over the past weekend on the running boards and it works great. I have been giving a lot of thought to trying...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
07-14-2010, 07:43 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 5,575
Re: Painting Wheels
Great suggestions on the painting setups. I will be using a few of them. I have a question What ways are there to remove the rust and old paint in the tight areas in preparing for the new paint?...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-24-2010, 07:12 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 5,862
Re: Got my new project home today
Congratulations! Nice barn find as the others have said take lots of pics thru out the project and keep us updated. I can't decide if i like pick ups or panels more!
I like all old Fords!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-02-2010, 12:55 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,946
Re: How to assemble 35 headlight
Has anyone while assembling the headlights ever had to replace the inner ring that is spot welded to headlight bucket? If so are these inner rings reproduced and where can they be purchased?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-02-2010, 06:20 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,080
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-11-2010, 07:43 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 7,485
Re: Steering column fun 39 PU
If the toggle switch cylinder is in good shape the grooves on the spring loaded click ball are all good I recommend not removing it or the brass plug.
The key cylinder needs to be out before you can...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-11-2010, 05:17 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 7,485
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-11-2010, 02:59 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 7,485
Re: Steering column fun 39 PU
Bruce is right keep TAPPING! I have one also sitting in my office at home If you need pics to help let me know I will take some and post when I get home tonight. This one was pretty frozen at one...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-09-2010, 04:34 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 7,485
Re: Steering column fun 39 PU
Thanks Old Bill for clearing my memory on the Lobe I wasn't quite sure. I agree with the tap, tap, tap, oil and low temp heating as you recommend. I have freed one up this way and it worked quite...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-09-2010, 12:28 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,251
Re: Structural Adhesives Question
First Thank You everyone for all the replies every reply is appreciated.
Skip to answer your question. What I am attempting or trying to attempt
is to patch from the inside of the bucket some...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-09-2010, 09:49 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,251
Structural Adhesives Question
For any body that has used them other than following the directions are thre any tricks or tips I need to know. I will using the 3M 08101 Tube Kit
on my head light buckets in a few small areas. i...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-09-2010, 09:39 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 7,485
Re: Steering column fun 39 PU
I'm not quite sure of the differences between the '35 and '39 mechanically. I think they are very similar. Maybe someone with more '35 experience can jump in here.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-09-2010, 07:43 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 7,485
Re: Steering column fun 39 PU
Is the center assembly the round unit that slides up and down thru the center of the toggle switch drum free? Where is it in relation to the body of the column drop? Is below the top flush with it or...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-07-2010, 09:28 AM
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Replies: 214
Views: 116,890
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