Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
02-18-2024, 12:40 PM
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
02-18-2024, 10:47 AM
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Replies: 8
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Re: seal
Concours Parts 800 722-0009 has what you are looking for .
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
02-18-2024, 07:20 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 624
Re: valve cover gasket "glue"
The covers are OEM ; I am well aware of the need for longer studs and have ordered a kit from Concours Parts which includes studs,gaskets,grommets,washers and acorn nuts.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
02-17-2024, 04:51 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 624
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
02-17-2024, 12:34 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 624
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
02-17-2024, 12:15 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 624
valve cover gasket "glue"
I know this question has probably been asked before, but what silicone product works best on valve cover gaskets? I don't need them falling off during installation .
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
02-07-2024, 02:09 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 619
Re: Can't get clear answer on spark plugs
One of the first things I did after purchasing my somewhat neglected 54 was to install new plugs .According to the counter guy the correct NGK number is B-6L; the car has run well for the last seven...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
01-30-2024, 07:54 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 540
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-08-2023, 07:12 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 458
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-08-2023, 06:03 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 458
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-08-2023, 05:17 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 458
1954 Ford wiper knob
Does anyone know where I can purchase a windshield wiper dash knob for my 54 Victoria ? I keep striking out .
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
09-11-2023, 06:00 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 467
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
09-09-2023, 11:16 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 467
Heater Temperature Regulator
The temperature regulator valve in my 54 Victoria is leaking and needs to be replaced . I have purchased a new one and it is on the way . Before I dig into removal , is there anything I need to know...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
06-26-2023, 06:51 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 860
Re: Roof emblem
Thanks for the info ; I may hold off on attempting removal and install as I am planning a roof repaint . This looks like a job for the bodyshop.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
06-23-2023, 06:48 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 860
Roof emblem
I have purchased new roof emblems and bezels for my 54 Victoria . Is it possible to pop the old ones off from the front or do they need to be removed from the rear ?
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
06-03-2023, 08:34 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 881
Re: valve covers
Thanks to all that responded ; I have located a pair locally and once blasted , painted and decals have been added they should do the trick .
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
06-01-2023, 02:47 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 881
valve covers
I currently have a pair of aftermarket valve covers on my 1954 Victoria ; one is fine the other one leaks ( different thickness gaskets attempted ). They were not expensive and probably poorly made ....
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
02-09-2023, 12:30 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,600
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
02-09-2023, 07:24 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,600
Re: Front Brake Drums
Wow , that's why asked ; could you clarify the reason to change the studs to the Mustang ones ?
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
02-08-2023, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,600
Front Brake Drums
I am searching for front brake drums for my 1954 Victoria . Not only are they difficult to find as compared to rears there is conflicting info . One vender states that they are the same as 55 and 56...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
01-05-2023, 03:31 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,210
Re: Fuel Gauge
The new sensor needed a slight adjustment but was worth the effort as it now fits and the gauge works (by my calculation it also appears to be fairly accurate ).The issue was a faulty sensor.Thanks...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
01-02-2023, 06:07 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,210
Re: Fuel Gauge
The original sender/float is identical to the one in the picture ; it and the "new"one will not fit in the Bob Drake tank as the hole is slightly smaller. I have thought about taking the tank out and...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
01-02-2023, 04:27 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,210
Re: Fuel Gauge
I am still in search of a solution. I even purchased another brand of sender----big mistake as it didn't fit in the hole. Any help would be more than welcome .
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
12-29-2022, 08:50 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,210
Re: Fuel Gauge
Is it possible that the full reading on the gauge has something to do with the fact that the car was originally positive ground ?
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
12-28-2022, 05:35 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,210
Re: Fuel Gauge
The car has been converted to 12 volt negative ground , the stock gauge had been working well and ,unfortunately, the original sender does not fit in the new tank.
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