Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
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03-17-2024, 12:11 PM
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-17-2024, 12:03 PM
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Re: Sock replacement
2nd thought ... :rolleyes:
If the tank is fouled with sediment/rust, it may not be a good idea of blowing compressed air into the fuel line as if there is any trash in the line, it will be...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-17-2024, 11:44 AM
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-16-2024, 03:58 AM
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Re: Sock replacement
There is no 'sock' on a 55 FORD. One equipped (later models) would have it attached to the sender unit for easier service.
How old is the tank? Maybe consider a fuel pressure and volume test.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-15-2024, 10:08 AM
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-15-2024, 03:23 AM
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Re: 1964 Fairlane
You might want to post this under PARTS FOR SALE with heading 1964 FAIRLANE 289 K-CODE PARTS as it will be lost in this section.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-15-2024, 03:18 AM
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03-15-2024, 02:55 AM
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-14-2024, 11:43 AM
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Re: Edsel front sway bar
The trouble with EDSEL is that it had it's own separate PARTS CATALOG.
The 1958 EDSEL was built on two platforms, the 1958 FORD (RANGER-PACER-SW) and the 1958 MERCURY (CITATION-CORSAIR).
EDSEL...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-14-2024, 09:16 AM
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03-13-2024, 06:11 PM
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-11-2024, 06:57 AM
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Re: Trans cooler lines 67 Galaxie
PLEASE allow me to expound on this ... :rolleyes:
The trans filter is only a low restriction filter/screen as it is also a sump pickup, so there-go, will not necessarily filter the fluid as it...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-10-2024, 09:05 PM
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-09-2024, 09:42 PM
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Re: Trans cooler lines 67 Galaxie
And while I am in my 'RETAINING WATER MODE' ... :rolleyes:
It is a good idea to place an inline filter before any cooler (incl OEM) as the friction materials and fine metallic particles leaving...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-09-2024, 08:16 PM
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Re: Crud in carb bowl
Read This - https://www.holley.com/products/plumbing_an_fittings_and_hose/vapor_guard/
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-09-2024, 08:08 PM
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Re: Trans cooler lines 67 Galaxie
Well ... (here I go again) ... :rolleyes:
That is the correct routing. The auxiliary cooler brings any fluid overheating down. The rad cooler brings it back to operating temperature. A certain...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-09-2024, 11:20 AM
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Re: "lil red" 1965 Mercury Comet Caliente
You know, a 64/65 COMET (the 65 more so) were beautiful cars.
Those MAGNUM wheels really set it off.
Tell that lovely wife of yours I said she looks sixteen again behind that steering wheel ...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-09-2024, 11:15 AM
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-09-2024, 11:06 AM
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Re: Crud in carb bowl
E0 is the way to go with a CARB SYSTEM, but is usually hard to find (farmland, marinas and small airports) and more expensive.
Regardless, either fuel is going to draw (E10 more) moisture in a...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-08-2024, 08:53 PM
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Re: Crud in carb bowl
HERE - https://www.onallcylinders.com/2014/10/29/ethanol-effect-understanding-ethanol-can-protect-classic-ride/
ALSO - https://www.motortrend.com/how-to/mixing-new-fuel-for-old-cars/
WHILE AT...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-08-2024, 07:56 AM
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Re: 54 Mercury Front end question
You will need GRADE 5.
Is there a FASTENAL near you? Please don't go to HOME DEPOT.
CAP SCREW - 5/16" x 24 x 1 1/4' L
LOCK NUT - 5/16" X 24
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-07-2024, 10:15 PM
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Re: 54 Mercury Front end question
OK, the tie rod end cannot be secured in the adjuster sleeve when the cap screw and nut are fully tightened?
Most likely, HARRY ARMSTRONG, when previously adjusting toe, used a pipe wrench on the...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-07-2024, 09:57 PM
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Re: Fan Shroud 1957-1959 Ford Big car
No shroud until 1960 except for BIRD.
It seems the manufacturer has ceased production mainly due to low demand most likely. If the first vendor has one in stock, it may be your last chance to get...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-07-2024, 09:52 PM
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