Forum: Early V8
04-01-2019, 06:12 PM
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40 Ford 16” wheels
5x5 1/2”. Need 4. Please state tire size if you have some.
Ship to Lewiston NY.
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Forum: Early V8
04-01-2019, 06:08 PM
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40 Ford Standard bumper
Need a good quality bumper. Doesn’t have to be chromed.
Correct mounting hardware also needed.
Ship to Lewiston NY.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-18-2018, 11:09 AM
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Replies: 14
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Unique bearing install
My ‘47 59AB is out for a rebuild and I received some photos of the bottom end. My engine builder has never seen this type of bearing use.
Looks like main bearings used as rod bearings. Ha anyone...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-04-2017, 09:18 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,911
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-03-2017, 07:57 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,911
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-02-2017, 05:10 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,911
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-09-2017, 10:03 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,911
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-08-2017, 04:23 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,911
How many attachment points in a 1940 Ford Tudor
I am working toward removing the body from the frame and have been looking for bolts holding the body to the frame. Since I have already removed the entire floor, the only points I cannot be sure of...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-01-2016, 05:43 PM
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Replies: 4
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Sheet Metal Replacement - Order of Repair
I'm looking at a substantial rust repair cycle and need some advice as to where to start. 1940 Ford Tudor - rusted floor, rusted rockers and rusted through A and B pillars.
So, where to start? My...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-08-2016, 02:12 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,591
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-08-2016, 12:57 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,591
Re: Flathead show and tell what year is it?
So, consensus is that it is a later 40's motor, possibly commercial. Canadian car so no surprise about the "C" designation.
The comment regarding water pumps makes ask if there are specific part...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-07-2016, 04:39 PM
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Replies: 10
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Flathead show and tell what year is it?
Gentlemen - I have finally pulled the motor and trans from my 40 tudor and would like some input as the engine's credentials.
I have posted some photos below (don't know how to rotate them, sorry)...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-26-2016, 08:27 AM
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Replies: 13
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Re: Restoring Early Ford Parts
So, I'm reading your posts and thinking "Aren't they lucky to have access to the parts they need, regardless of condition." I'm sitting up here in Canada, where it appears that every early Ford V8...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-18-2016, 04:16 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,375
Is this 59A flathead part available?
I own a 1940 Ford tudor with a C59A motor.
On the Clutch side of the block, there is a “cup” that accepts the starter shaft as it engages the flywheel.
Is this “cup” available as a separate...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-18-2015, 09:12 AM
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Replies: 5
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Re: Safe max HP for a stock frame
My first thought is a late 50's hemi - max. 354 cu in. Inspiration comes from Don Garlitts. His museum has a couple of 40's in his personal collection in Ocala. They are stunning.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-17-2015, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 5
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Safe max HP for a stock frame
I am considering a few options to boost the power to my 1940 Ford sedan.
How much power can the frame safely sustain before you should box it?
I think that the most I would consider is approx....
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