Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-07-2015, 09:31 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,509
Re: Ampmeter
It it possible that the ammeter experienced a surge and has now stuck in the far left by riding onto a pinstop or other obstruction?
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-07-2015, 09:27 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,360
Re: Ammeter problem follow up
I will recommend that all original ammeters should be serviced prior to use. The original design is not intended to last 80+ years. They can get very hot due to resistance in the bridging or the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-07-2015, 06:20 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,222
Re: temp gauge quit
Your original temperature gauge is a King Seeley thermal type to be used with a King Seeley points regulated sender. The gauge should start on HOT and travel to COLD when the key is energized. As the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-07-2015, 06:14 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,502
Re: 1934 Gauge restoration
The faces are frosted silver plate, then printed, then clear coated. The yellowing that occurs is due to the clear coat aging.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-01-2015, 05:33 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,378
Re: 47 mercury gauges
By 47' I believe you should have the black background. In general, one should be skeptical of eBay listings, etc. Do you not have the original gauges for confirmation?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-20-2015, 07:42 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,133
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-17-2015, 10:49 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,887
Re: 39 odometer
Be gentle with the trip reset stem. Often, we see damaged gearing on the trip meter side from abuse. Also if you have the Deluxe model with the quick reset trip odometer, take extra care. They are...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-17-2015, 10:53 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,909
Re: 1937 Tudor slant back gas tank capacity?
On the sending unit: they are not a rheostatic type sender as you find in applications post-1956. King Seeley used a points style sender which you can research to infinity on this forum. Testing...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-16-2015, 04:12 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,909
Re: 1937 Tudor slant back gas tank capacity?
The original fuel sending unit top looks like a "flying saucer" with a 6 screw mount flange. Double check the continuity of the wire to the gauge while you have access. As for the speedometer, check...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-15-2015, 11:53 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,909
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-14-2015, 06:53 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,824
Re: reliable fuel gauge sender
The original King Seeley fuel level sending units can be repaired, usually. I have had many customers tell me that the aftermarket units are unreliable.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-04-2015, 12:19 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,366
Re: 12v electrical help for newbie
On gauges, you can use a solid state or the points style voltage regulator, but it depends on what sending units you are running. Are you using the original senders or?
www.morrisgauge.com
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-02-2015, 06:04 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 7,660
Re: Temperture sending units
In theory, your mechanical temperature gauge adapter/bulb/jam nut should not require any sealant as the adapter is pipe thread and the bulb seats on a shoulder within the adapter, much like a valve....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-01-2015, 01:30 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 9,808
Re: 1933 Fuel Gauge Problem
The physics of adding the calibration wire decreases the volume of the reservoir and thus reduces the volume of air required to displace the fluid into the sight tube. Generally speaking, this...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-31-2015, 03:42 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 9,808
Re: 1933 Fuel Gauge Problem
It is pertinent to have a functional sending unit. Did you follow the calibration instructional pdf previously attached? You can also start with an empty tank and set your fluid level there. Most...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-28-2015, 04:36 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 9,808
Re: 1933 Fuel Gauge Problem
Apply air pressure and have a friend feel for air at the other end. You do not need special fittings to do so, just a rubber tipped air gun and steady grip. As for checking the system integrity,...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-27-2015, 10:48 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,984
Re: speedometer face, cleaning
A little soap and water can go a long way. Often we find that once oil has saturated the dial face, there is little to do beyond warm soap and professional grade wax and grease remover. The paint...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-27-2015, 01:27 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,557
Re: 8BA temp sender wiring
The sending unit is a 6 volt King Seeley points style, while the switch is just that. You can set up a mock system with the appropriate KS temp gauge (starts on HOT), when energized the pointer will...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
08-19-2015, 11:57 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 3,701
Re: Speedometer repair help
Are you looking to have the unit cosmetically restored or simply serviced? Many of those speedometers are available exchange since the cosmetic decal sets came out. I cannot speak to the work of...
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Forum: Late V8
08-12-2015, 11:28 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,515
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
07-31-2015, 10:50 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 4,733
Re: 56 T-bird fuel sending unit
Not knowing what you have purchased, you likely have a standard rheostatic type sender that has no points and hence no pulses. Therefore the interference capacitor would be obsolete.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
07-30-2015, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 4,733
Re: 56 T-bird fuel sending unit
Your original sending unit was a King Seeley points style sender and the "capacitor" is to reduce interference. Your original 1956 gauges are 1956 only as they are the first year King Seeley...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-20-2015, 06:16 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,327
Re: 32 speedo question
Correct. The pointer hub I.D. and shaft length are different for each make. To my knowledge, no one is reproducing that pointer.
www.morrisgauge.com
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-18-2015, 03:08 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,384
Re: 40 ford gas sending unit
The original King Seeley points style sending units operate in a much different fashion than a modern rheostatic unit, such as the Drake sender. Personally, I have never seen any of my customers use...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-17-2015, 12:44 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,570
Re: Gauges
In general, mechanical gauges have a wider sweep and are easier to see while driving. With many electric gauges, the sweep is short and the calibration is compounded by two variables: sending unit...
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