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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-10-2024, 11:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 272
Posted By meric42
Re: Blitz

You used to be able to buy new looms from Vintage Wiring in Australia?

https://www.vinwire.com.au/ef_list.htm
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-10-2024, 08:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 272
Posted By meric42
Re: Blitz

Hi Lawrie, you can get them rebuilt by different vendors but I also believe that you can fit the twin sheave pulleys on the modern Bob drake type pumps.

BTW I also have the remains of five of the...
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 04-10-2024, 08:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 495
Posted By meric42
Re: Rear end ckunking on left turn

Here's a couple of pic's of the Sunliner, as purchased and from last weekend.
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 04-10-2024, 08:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 495
Posted By meric42
Re: Rear end ckunking on left turn

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Where did you find the clutch unit? FORD did not use until the 1959 model year.

After getting my '57 home to NZ, I found that it had had a '59 292 Y-block and 2-speed...
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 04-08-2024, 10:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 495
Posted By meric42
Re: Rear end ckunking on left turn

Thanks for all advice, I have ordered the Motorcraft friction modifier and will let you know how it works out. :)
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 04-07-2024, 08:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 495
Posted By meric42
Re: Rear end ckunking on left turn

This is the oil I used
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 04-07-2024, 07:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 495
Posted By meric42
Re: Rear end ckunking on left turn

Yes new clutch kit when I rebuilt - I will need to check the container
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 04-07-2024, 06:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 495
Posted By meric42
Rear end ckunking on left turn

I have a '57 Sunliner and rebuilt the 9" differential about two years ago using a good used ring and pinion along with all new bearings and clutch plates and have only put less than 200 miles on it. ...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-24-2024, 03:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 444
Posted By meric42
Re: 1942 ford truck heater location

I have these instructions from 1945 if they help? If you need in Higher resolution PM me and I can email you the files. :)
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-15-2024, 05:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 551
Posted By meric42
Re: 1935 sedan delivery rear door latch

My '42 Sedan Delivery uses the same latch as the drivers door.
Forum: Early V8 01-24-2024, 03:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 136
Posted By meric42
1951 vent window pivot brackets

Looking for the female vent window hinge brackets (left & right) for a '51 Victoria or Convertible. Any help would be much appreciated, thanks in advance. :)
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-20-2023, 05:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,713
Posted By meric42
Re: 1937 Halogen headlight conversion

Agreed, I have fitted period relays to my cars. I know that it protects the switch & wiring from burning out and, as stated above assures the brightest of lighting from the bulbs. My '42 Sedan had...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-16-2023, 05:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,327
Posted By meric42
Re: big truck air compressor

Hi Corey, Sorry but I can't help with any more information on the tire pump other that what I have already posted, and I have long since sold the Canadian Military Pattern (CMP) WWII truck I was...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-12-2023, 12:41 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,962
Posted By meric42
Re: Jim Linder aka Bubba

So sad to hear of Jim's passing, he was a huge asset to the hobby and his knowledge will live on in his memory helping Ford enthusiasts for many years to come. Sending my sincere condolences to his...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-03-2023, 05:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,160
Posted By meric42
Re: 41 front spring

The front spring in an early production '41 I had was so flat that if you turned full lock, the shackles would have shredded the inside of the front tires. I bought and installed a reversed eye...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-03-2023, 05:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,286
Posted By meric42
Re: Flathead V8 blocks not cast at the Rouge plant

Canadian Military Pattern (CMP) Trucks also used the extra hole in the block for oil filtering, and a bypass valve as explained in the attached documents.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-27-2023, 03:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 460
Posted By meric42
Re: '53 Convertible latch handle and mechanism

Thanks Merc Cruzer for your input, I will give it a try, when the weather permits :)
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-22-2023, 05:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 460
Posted By meric42
'53 Convertible latch handle and mechanism

When I bought my '53 the latch handle for the top was missing. I have managed to find a new handle but need to work out how to lubricate the latching mechanism so as not to break the new handle. Is...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-22-2023, 05:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 486
Posted By meric42
1953 Crestline Sunliner O-Drive emblem

I have a '53 Convertible with factory overdrive, and a Coronado kit. I was wondering if the overdrive emblem on the deck-lid should have been deleted or relocated when the Coronado kit was...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-22-2023, 03:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 689
Posted By meric42
Re: 1946-1948 Hot water heater

Hi Seth, Here is a diagram of the plumbing for the Hot Water heater to check your connections and flow direction. I've never had a problem with water flow in these heaters.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-20-2023, 03:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 269
Posted By meric42
Re: SS Trim piece finished and on its way back

Love your work :)
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-20-2023, 03:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,912
Posted By meric42
Re: Good Morning Nice Car conversation

I had a guy argue with me that my '42 Fordor was a Mercury. The problem really was that due to WWII '42 Fords were never sold new in New Zealand. He just saw the vertical grille bars and made the...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-06-2023, 09:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 285
Posted By meric42
'53 Crestliner Accessory Steering Wheel

I managed to buy a '53 steering wheel as below and found that the rubber insulation under the horn ring has gone soft and a little gooey. What have others used to replace this rubber cushion, as...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-02-2023, 02:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 937
Posted By meric42
Re: Diagram of parts for 1942-48 passenger heater

These files might be of some help? I can email Hi res versions if you need them send me a PM.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-26-2023, 09:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 488
Posted By meric42
Re: Loose door handle 41 Super Deluxe Coupe

The handle is held in by a rivet head screw not a set screw. Only the lock has a set screw, so you need a short screw with a head on it i.e. long enough to thread into the boss on the handle but not...
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