Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-19-2020, 04:04 PM
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External green radiator corrosion
I have a green corrosion-like substance starting to appear on the OUTSIDE of my brass/copper radiator. Someone suggested this is a result of the manufacturing process chemicals and oxidation. What is...
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Forum: Early V8
10-08-2020, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 188
1935 Commercial Fuel Tank
I'm looking for a fuel tank for a Ford 1935 1.5 ton commercial truck. This is the style that goes under the front seat and the filler neck does NOT protrude through the body. Thank you!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-07-2020, 10:15 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 195
What fan size?
I’m thinking about switching from a 16 inch mechanical fan to a 17” or 18” mechanical fan on my ‘35 Ford commercial truck for improved air flow and cooling. What are the pro’s and con’s,... any...
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Forum: Early V8
06-01-2020, 04:49 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 320
'35 Truck Radiator
Wanted: 1935 Ford truck radiator. This is a 1.5 ton heavy duty commercial truck style radiator. Please respond if you've got one or know where I can find one. Will pick up or pay for shipping....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-20-2019, 11:38 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 433
LED Dash light conversion
I’m looking to convert my 2 dash gauge lightbulbs to LED for more light on my ‘35 ford. This will be my first time with a conversion. Has anyone switched a T63 bulb to LED? Any suggestions on a...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-13-2019, 12:37 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 363
Bumper Help
Hi Gang,
Can anyone suggest a repair company or supplier for a bent and damaged chrome front truck bumper from a '35 1 1/2 ton? Would need to purchase new or have restored.
Part...
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Forum: Early V8
05-13-2019, 12:28 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 333
'35 Truck Bumper
I'm looking for a '35 1 1/2 ton pick-up truck front bumper in as good a shape as possible. Help!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-21-2018, 03:29 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,477
Intake Manifold differences
Can anyone educate me on the differences in the early cast intake manifolds? I'm looking for an original cast iron intake manifold for a '35 rebuild. Will the earlier or later ones to '35 be...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-31-2018, 08:01 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 693
Which Cam to use
Hey gang!
I'm rebuilding a '36LB and am seeking advice on which cam to buy. This will be a stock engine so no racing or fancy modifications. The block did not come with a cam so I've got to...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-14-2018, 06:18 PM
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Replies: 60
Views: 7,095
Re: 35 brake switch help
Is your ‘35 ford on 6v or 12 volts? Will the Harley switch support a 6 volt system? I’m thinking of converting to the Harley switch for lower pressure but have an additional pair of brake lights for...
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Forum: Early V8
03-29-2018, 03:11 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 521
Insert Bearings wanted
Can anyone suggest a supplier or source for insert Main and Rod bearings for a 36'LB engine? They would need to fit .020 or .030 over? My understanding is they aren't made anymore and would need to...
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Forum: Early V8
03-26-2018, 03:32 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 863
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-20-2018, 08:13 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 920
After Market vs original parts
Looking for advice and experience-
I'm going to rebuild a '36LB engine and am looking for peoples experience and thoughts about using new aftermarket components vs original. Considerations...
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Forum: Early V8
03-12-2018, 05:31 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 863
Re: 1936 lb
Still looking for a 1936 LB.
Any suggestions or leads would be appreciated!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-08-2018, 08:55 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 912
Block identification
Can anyone definitively tell me what year this block is and how to know for sure- given the Babbitt I know it is before 1936 but I'm not sure what exact year. I was told 1935 but I am not sure if...
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Forum: Early V8
02-18-2018, 10:30 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 863
1936 lb
Wanted: Newly rebuilt and running 1936 LB engine. Please PM me if you know the whereabouts of one. Thanks!!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-08-2017, 08:17 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 662
Radiator shroud
Does anyone know if a 1935 1 1/2 ton pick-up truck came with a radiator fan shroud? Or has anyone fabricated one? Can anyone share pix for me so I can attempt to fabricate one?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-07-2017, 05:44 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 871
Cooling opinions- Air flow vs water flow
Can anyone weigh in on what cools an engine better- increased air through the radiator or faster flow of coolant via the water pumps?
I've got a '35 Pick-up used in parades and other slow speed...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-09-2017, 01:18 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 848
Re: Block cleaning with Babbitt
Thanks everyone. The block was filthy when taken apart and was dippedto clean. It came fairly clean but could have stood to be blasted and baked. Before I got to see it they Babbitt folks poured the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-09-2017, 01:03 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 848
Block cleaning with Babbitt
Can anyone tell me if you can bake and bead blast a block that has new Babbitt in it without hurting the Babbitt? Or does the new Babbitt have to come out to bake and blast the block to clean it?...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-19-2017, 10:05 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,971
Re: Tire troubles
Good advice, will try new valve stems first.
Does anyone have a particular valve stem or supplier they recommend?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-19-2017, 08:05 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,971
Re: Tire troubles
Would changing the valve stem work or do you think I need to dismount the tires and change the tubes? The rims are painted and stenciled, and with split rims I don't want to damage the paint!...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-18-2017, 07:58 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,971
Tire troubles
Can I have some opinions--
Last fall I bought 6 new 700-20 tires, tubes and flaps from Coker Tire for my '35 1 1/2 ton pick-up. They were professionally installed on good rims with no trouble....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-14-2017, 11:17 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 629
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-12-2017, 09:17 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 629
Re: Ford generator model 79
I understood them to be heavier duty. Do you think it would work on a '35 1 1/2 ton pickup with a single belt/pulls?
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