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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-19-2019, 08:46 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,643
Posted By Pigpen
Re: DEAD: 1948 Super Deluxe 8 Sedan

Like you guys recommended, the fist thing I tried was a new condenser, and still no start. Looked and was disappointed at the condition of the points. Dropped in the points conversion and it started,...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-19-2019, 08:29 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,643
Posted By Pigpen
Re: DEAD: 1948 Super Deluxe 8 Sedan

Just an update, as to not leave this thread hanging... The '48 and its 59AB is running fantastic once again. Drove it around pretty much all weekend without any starting or running issues.

When I...
Forum: Early V8 02-12-2019, 08:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,088
Posted By Pigpen
Re: Dash ash tray for 42-48 Ford

Thanks all for the offers... I have one now coming in the mail, thanks to a fellow site member here.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-12-2019, 06:03 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,643
Posted By Pigpen
Re: DEAD: 1948 Super Deluxe 8 Sedan

I'll grab a new condenser, next time I'm at the parts store.

Anyone have a preference on name brand stuff for ignition components?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-12-2019, 05:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,643
Posted By Pigpen
Re: DEAD: 1948 Super Deluxe 8 Sedan

1-gauge cables from battery negative, to starter solenoid/to starter.

1" wide flat braided mesh cable from battery positive, to body, then another 1" wide flat braded cable from body to engine...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-11-2019, 07:53 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,643
Posted By Pigpen
Re: DEAD: 1948 Super Deluxe 8 Sedan

Thank you for the welcome, and the advice from all others so far, it is much appreciated
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-11-2019, 07:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,643
Posted By Pigpen
Re: DEAD: 1948 Super Deluxe 8 Sedan

To me it turns over at the same rate if it is cold or warm. I did removed the starter and cleaned where it mounts, cleaned the starter surface mounts and made sure all the battery cables were nice...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-11-2019, 07:45 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,643
Posted By Pigpen
Re: DEAD: 1948 Super Deluxe 8 Sedan

Holland Michigan, three miles from the lake shore.

(Ill update my profile)
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-11-2019, 07:43 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,643
Posted By Pigpen
Re: DEAD: 1948 Super Deluxe 8 Sedan

I have not, as its 15° out in the barn currently. I want to get a game plan going, for once the weather breaks
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-11-2019, 05:52 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,643
Posted By Pigpen
Re: DEAD: 1948 Super Deluxe 8 Sedan

Brand new 6- volt battery, and car is positive/ground
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-11-2019, 05:49 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,643
Posted By Pigpen
Re: DEAD: 1948 Super Deluxe 8 Sedan

During some of the "hot no start" condition, i did dump some fuel down the carb, and another time tried a squirt or two of Ether, and it didn't make a difference. So I'd assume it's and...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-11-2019, 04:00 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,643
Posted By Pigpen
Re: DEAD: 1948 Super Deluxe 8 Sedan

I know the previous owner just put a new coil on it, right before I bought it. As for a condenser, that I don't know.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-11-2019, 02:33 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,643
Posted By Pigpen
DEAD: 1948 Super Deluxe 8 Sedan

My first post here on the Ford Barn, so I apologize if it's a little long winded...

*my background* I have older Fords cars/trucks from 60's-90's. I'd classify them as good summertime drivers,...
Forum: Early V8 02-11-2019, 12:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,088
Posted By Pigpen
Dash ash tray for 42-48 Ford

I'm looking for one, dash ash tray for my 1948 Ford Super Deluxe 8, as mine is missing one.
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