Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
Today, 09:55 AM
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Re: 6 volt positive ground SW gauges
I bought mechanical SW gauges from Summit for my '46, 59AB Coupe, before I figured out how to repair the stock dash gauges.
The P/N's SWW-82208 Oil pressure
SWW-82210-36 Water temp...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
Today, 09:35 AM
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Re: Door Handle pulls out
Assuming the doors on '41 and '46 Coupes are similar, the attached pictures will show where the handle retaining screw is located. You may have to push the door seal aside to find the access hole. ...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-24-2024, 09:53 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 621
Re: No Brake Lights
Mike. I had the brake light pressure switch fail on my '46 Coupe about five years ago, and I replaced it with a Harley Davidson OEM switch, P/N 72023-51E
It has worked perfectly with good...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-14-2024, 06:02 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 837
Re: Directionals switch
Here is a wiring diagram that may help. Note that the switch body needs to be grounded to the steering column. One of the fellows in our car club thought it would be a good idea to put a wrap of...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-05-2024, 07:52 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,008
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-02-2024, 09:11 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,008
Re: 49 flathead electronic ignition conversion
I should have attached the vacuum chart on my previous post. If you don't have a gauge, they are reasonably priced at many auto supply stores, and can save a lot of headaches and dollars when...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-02-2024, 08:42 AM
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Replies: 18
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Re: 49 flathead electronic ignition conversion
If the choke has no affect, then I would suggest the driveability is most likely fuel related. How much vacuum is there at idle? A vacuum gauge is your best friend when troubleshooting.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-23-2024, 09:19 PM
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Replies: 11
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Re: 160 or 180 degree thermostats?
When I got my ‘46 Coupe, 59AB engine, it had mismatched stats, a 160 and a 180. I installed 160’s, and the the engine ran 160. Switched to 180’s, and it runs 180, even in hot weather and slow...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-15-2024, 08:13 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 560
Re: 1949 Ford F1 oil cap
Is the cap held on place like the filler/vent cap on my 59AB, where it needs to be turned an 1/8 turn counterclockwise to disengage it from the groove in the filler/vent pipe?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-07-2024, 10:11 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 765
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-07-2024, 10:07 AM
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Re: LED bulbs
It's good to know who the vendors are, but part numbers would be helpful as well. I find it is better to have information from someone who has used/fitted the specific part, than looking in a...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-29-2024, 06:59 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,092
Re: Fuel Pump 'Plan B'
I installed an electric pump for backup on my '46 Coupe, and as other do, I just use it for priming. Make sure the pump you get is "flow thru", and kep in mid the polarity when connecting, if you...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-22-2024, 10:32 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,831
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-15-2024, 04:33 PM
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Views: 1,159
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-15-2024, 10:30 AM
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Views: 583
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-14-2024, 01:52 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 919
Re: Rear axle leaking
Google, ford banjo axle rebuild, and you will find a number of videos that I think will be helpful.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-14-2024, 01:44 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-14-2024, 11:57 AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-14-2024, 06:41 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 1,015
Re: Replacing the wires on a 6 volt 41'
Ken T. Being as this is a fire truck/engine, the wiring will be different than that for cars and regular trucks. Some things I noted on the electrical schematic you posted, is that it shows Neg....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-12-2024, 02:17 PM
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Views: 705
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-09-2024, 01:04 PM
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Views: 1,759
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-27-2023, 11:15 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 506
Re: 37 muffler
Walker is a good resource for exhaust parts. I found the Walker P/N for the muffler that fit my '46 Coupe, and got one from the NAPA dealer. Something that I learned for my auto shop teacher many...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-23-2023, 04:10 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,253
Re: Best source for sparkplug wires
I got the plug wires (brown) for my '46 Coupe from Carpenter, and installed in "rabbit ear" distributor. Been on the car for 5 years now with no issues.
I'd like to see a video of a worker at the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-23-2023, 11:06 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,730
Re: adding electric fuel pump
I installed an electric pump on my '46 Super Deluxe a number of years ago, and only use it for "priming", if the car has sat for for several weeks. I sent my pump and carb to Charlie NY for...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-24-2023, 08:41 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 885
Re: leaf spring color
Somewhere, I read, heard, or was told, that springs should not be sandblasted. Is that just an old significant other’s tale, or is there some merit to that claim?l
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