Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-06-2023, 12:13 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,078
Transmission Flot-a-motor mount
The rear transmission mount has one of the ears broken off. Has anyone had to replace JUST this piece without purchasing the entire kit?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-05-2022, 07:44 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 851
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-05-2022, 12:06 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 851
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-04-2022, 11:53 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 851
Early master cylinder ID
Anyone recognize this master cylinder? Looking to replace it as its obviously leaking. Its a 2-bolt so a little different from the genaric juice-brake masters. I just need something that will fit...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-03-2021, 01:58 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 3,188
Re: Noise from oil pan?
Thanks for the suggestions. I have called the builder and he has not responded. Could be due to health issues but we’ll see. Removed the belt from the alternator and noise seems to have gonna...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-02-2021, 08:44 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 3,188
Noise from oil pan?
Well i seem to have developed quite the noise that seemd to be coming from the oil pan? The best I can describe is it sounds like some pebbles in the pan and a slapping noise like a frayed belt. ...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-17-2020, 12:21 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 915
Re: Roof rack
My roof rack would be for hockey equipment and such so a rear luggage rack would make it smell like exhaust.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-16-2020, 11:36 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 915
Roof rack
Is there any bolt on style roof rack available for a 35 sedan? I wouldnt mind modifying the rack to fit but definitly dont want to drill into my car. Ive seen those drip rail clamp-on type but my...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-24-2020, 02:59 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 745
Intake gasket failure
Ive noticed now on 2 seperate engines that im having an issue of the outside of the heat riser holes tearing away from the intake gasket. Is this a common issue or should I be looking for a cause? ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-11-2020, 05:26 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,814
Re: Model A Ford Trunks
I was able to make mone by cutting kerfswhere the bend was and forming over the sides. I tried to soak/steam and just wasted money on firewood. Looks tacky from the underside but its usually closed.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-05-2020, 05:07 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 817
Re: 1935 coupe-transmission removal
Ive taken it out the inside several times now. Actually pretty quick if everything goes the way it should. Maybe 2 hours or so. If you pulled the tranny mount off and obviously the shift tower im...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-12-2020, 02:32 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,205
Re: Rough spot
The 41t is on the heads. Nothing cast on the bellhousing. The vibrations happens in neutral or on the road. Had the flywheel balanced with the clutch cover before install. This happened wth both...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-11-2020, 09:19 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,205
Rough spot
Ive got my rebuilt 41T motor swapped into my 35 sedan. It seems as though there is a rough spot right around 2100 -2400 rpm. Is this standard on these flatheads? The original motor had a little...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-13-2020, 05:33 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,745
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-12-2020, 05:35 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,745
Crab distributor initial setup
Im trying to install an electronic crab distributor -speedway 910-8353 in my 39 motor. The engine starts and runs but id like to get some more info on adjustments. Is this thing adjusted by...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-28-2020, 03:24 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 973
Reverse eyed spring with Mitchell OD?
Has anyone done this? I am working on a 35 sedan and would like it to sit just a bit lower. However the Mitchell OD doesnt look like it has too much more room over it. Just curious if I need to...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-12-2020, 01:51 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,777
Re: Flywheel/clutch suggestions?
No problems with chatter. Just kind of cheap insurance to not pull this motor back out. Definitly replacing the disc tho! I know there is a million shops out there but i’ve gotten ahold of 1 that...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-12-2020, 01:09 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,777
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-12-2020, 12:24 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,777
Re: Flywheel/clutch suggestions?
Ok so looks like I’ll go with the earlier flywheel with the 9” seeing as I can barely find a machine shop around here that will resurface/balance a flathead flywheel and thought I was crazy about...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-09-2020, 06:40 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,777
Re: Flywheel/clutch suggestions?
Ok so use the current 11” flywheel and get a 9” pp and clutch? What is the downside of the 36 setup? Is it heavier or somethin? Also what would be the downside of the 11” clutch? Thanks for all the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-09-2020, 03:24 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,777
Flywheel/clutch suggestions?
Ive started swapping my tired 35/36 motor trans combo for a rebuilt 39 combo. Currently the 39 setup has what appears to be a flywheel and pressure plate for an 11” clutch. The original is setup...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-10-2020, 01:20 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,650
Re: 38 heads
Im positive this is a 24 stud engine with center outlets. I just wanted to make sure there was no issue with waterways or clearance for some wierd reason since it is a 38 and all those heads called...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-08-2020, 06:06 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,650
Re: 38 heads
Thanks. I was looking at the finned aftermarket like the edelbrock or offy heads but they all say 39-48.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-08-2020, 04:55 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,650
38 heads
Anyone know if all the 24 stud center outlet heads are interchangeable? I have a 38 24 stud that im toying with some aftermarket heads on. However when browsing everything says 39 or later but im...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-16-2020, 02:39 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,424
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