Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
Yesterday, 08:56 PM
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Re: horn trouble
Sounds like you need to remove the horn rod from steering column. You should then carefully bend the tabs which retain the horn button via the chrome bezel. Most likely, you will find corrosion on...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
04-24-2024, 08:15 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 787
Side Water Outlet
Just came across this and was wondering if anyone had ever seen or had one like it? It has Ford script and the diamond cast in it.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-27-2024, 08:32 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,139
Re: Leaking Head Studs
Thread sealer would have solved the problem but most likely after a few heat cycles, it will stop as Kube stated.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-27-2024, 08:28 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,462
Re: Tap rod bearings into shape??
I’ve been building engines since the early ‘80’s and it is not uncommon to have to “fit” the bearings to the shaft. I agree that you need to make sure you have the correct size bearings before you...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-12-2024, 08:58 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 431
Re: '36 distributor rebuild questions
From my view, I believe you are safe with your gap. What you have to watch out for is the rotor hitting the inner caps when using reproduction parts as you are doing.
As far as the vacuum plunger...
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Forum: Early V8
03-06-2024, 01:43 PM
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1932 shocks
Bought some shocks thinking they were Model A. They are ‘32’sand are now for sale. The covers have been removed so if you are a DIY person, a major step has already been done to these. They seem to...
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Forum: Early V8
02-25-2024, 08:44 PM
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1935-37 Pickup Rear Fenders
Here is a pair of rear fenders that I started repairing. They have 90% of the work done. They have been repaired at the front where they usually rust off, the bead and they do have the inner...
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Forum: Early V8
02-25-2024, 08:30 PM
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Replies: 0
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NOS 1937 Flatback Rear Fenders
For sale is a pair of NOS rear fenders for a 1937 flatback. Save yourself the trouble of repairing rusted or damaged ones. These are the real deal. A paint/body man tried to make them work on a coupe...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-24-2024, 08:33 AM
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Replies: 106
Views: 18,919
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-22-2024, 08:11 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 914
Re: Which motor is it?
It is possible that the engine could be any of the ‘40 or ‘41 variations because fire engines were special built vehicles. Back in the day they used what they had on hand. It still could be original...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-22-2024, 06:37 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 914
Re: Which motor is it?
The only indication that I can see that it is possibly a ‘39-‘40 engine is the spacing between front timing cover and the block. It looks like the block may pass the “pencil” test. This means you...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-18-2024, 09:48 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 479
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-18-2024, 09:40 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 686
Re: What cranks are these?
Seeing the Model A rear bumper brackets, I would say they are a pile of used stock A crankshafts. I don’t see any with B style counterweights or any that have been modified. You should be able to...
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Forum: Early V8
02-07-2024, 06:51 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 150
1939 Brake and Clutch Pedal Assembly
For sale is a set of 1939 brake and clutch pedals. This set is as removed from a ‘39 panel truck. Also included is an original master cylinder. Price does not include shipping.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-26-2024, 07:42 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 779
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-23-2024, 07:33 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 779
Re: Ford 1935 - 1940 Open Car Door Latch
That latch is a left, but I also believe it is the last version of that style of latch (ie most likely’40). I rebuild the earlier version of those latches because I’m a purest when it comes to parts...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-18-2024, 07:39 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 1,816
Re: Fluid for Sioux valve surfacer
Just looked at the pictures of your valve grinder. You will be happy to know that if you ever need to grind valves with mushroom stems, the chuck you have allows for that without a lot of...
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Forum: Early V8
01-16-2024, 08:36 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 358
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Forum: Early V8
01-16-2024, 08:32 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 551
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-16-2024, 07:18 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 431
Re: 1937/1938 Ford Hood Ornament question
The shaft on a '38 standard hood ornament is longer than the '37. Even the plate on the bottom of the shaft which engages the stud is slightly different. They will not interchange.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-14-2024, 07:16 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 425
Horn Repair/Excessive Resistance
I pulled out 5 extra horns this past week since the weather has been miserable. All of them are Spartans. After disassembling, bead blasting, cleaning, painting and doing a thorough check of all...
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Forum: Early V8
01-13-2024, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 190
1937 NOS Flatback Rear Fenders
For sale is an almost perfect set of flatback rear fenders. Sandblast, prime and paint. Save yourself all the trouble of repairing an old pair. Local pickup preferred.
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Forum: Early V8
01-13-2024, 11:06 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 194
1935-37 Pickup Rear Fenders
For sale is a pair of rear fenders for 1935-37 pickups. These fenders have become very difficult to find especially in a somewhat usable condition such as these. Repairs have been started and they...
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Forum: Early V8
01-13-2024, 10:57 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 391
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-11-2024, 12:50 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 1,816
Re: Fluid for Sioux valve surfacer
What you will get with limited use of the machine with water soluble oil is a film floating on the water. It can be stirred and will dissolve but that’s a pain. With use, you will get a buildup of...
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