Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-24-2024, 04:22 PM
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Ford 59 Carb
The carb on my 39 Ford flatty is a Ford 59..possibly a 59A.
Any comments on the reliability and dependability of this carb? Apparently it was used on 47 to 48 cars and 46 to 47 trucks.
Was...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-23-2023, 07:28 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,071
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-18-2023, 09:18 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,333
Re: 40 ford no start
Concerning Bubba's response....condenser, condenser, condenser....
If you have a good spark at the plugs, it seems to me that the condenser must be fine. Am I wrong about that?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-25-2022, 06:43 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,058
Correct Peep Mirrors for 32 5 window
I purchased a pair of peep mirrors hoping they would work on the doors of my 32 5 window. The hardware was too bulky and so they would not work. Can anyone out there tell me who sells Peep mirrors...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-23-2022, 11:30 AM
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Replies: 106
Views: 9,274
Re: 89 today
If he post was from 'Ol Ron', I always read it! You were always a straight shooter...no bullshit!
Happy BDay to you Ron!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-17-2022, 04:05 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 2,394
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-16-2022, 09:59 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 2,394
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-12-2020, 12:52 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 998
Re: How to Fry a 6 V Voltage Redulator
Concerning 'fried V regulator on a 39 system'...the Field and Arm connections are clearly labelled on the generator and on the regulators as Field, Arm and Batt, not necesarily in that order. I...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-12-2020, 09:46 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 998
How to Fry a 6 V Voltage Redulator
I have had serious charging issues with a 39 Ford electrical system. I have been showing no positive indication on my ammeter when the car is running, at any rpm. I had the generator checked three...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-30-2019, 08:32 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 3,014
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-23-2019, 03:14 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 7,019
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-23-2019, 01:36 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 7,019
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-10-2018, 08:12 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,947
Re: Left Ignition On, Now Won't Turn Over
Final note on 'left ignition on' thread. I charged the battery, and was able to start the car. There may be some damage in the electrical system, but as yet , it has not surfaced. Thanks for your...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-08-2018, 02:10 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,153
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-07-2018, 04:37 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,153
Left Ignition On in Old Ford
I inadvertently left the ignition on in my 32 Ford overnight. As a result, I have no spark. What have I screwed up here, points, coil, condenser, or all of the above? Sure would appreciate some...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-17-2018, 02:01 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,152
Early 32 Ford Differential.
My 32 Ford has an 'early' rear end. The pinion bolts onto the cone shaped end of the driveshaft and is keyed, not splined. The crown has 34 teeth and the pinion 9 teeth making it a standard 3.78:1...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-08-2018, 08:41 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,697
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-06-2018, 02:00 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,697
33 Rear End in a 32 Coupe?
I am thinking of installing a 33 Ford 4 door rear end under and into my 32- 5 window coupe. I believe I will have to use the 32 torque tube on the 33 rear end. Will this work? Is the spline count on...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-19-2018, 02:48 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,296
32 Door Latch Removal
The door latch mechanism on my 32 coupe is faulty. I think that in order to remove the latch system, I must first remove the window regulator system.
This sounds to me like a really fun job. Am I...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-12-2016, 09:23 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,448
Re: 32 Ford Dash Original Color
Thanks David for your helpful response. My Ford is a standard coupe. Indeed, the back of my dash looks very much like the color in the pics you sent. Was the original paint a high gloss or flat?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-12-2016, 05:06 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,448
32 Ford Dash Original Color
What was the original color of the dashboard of the 32 Ford? Is the color of the paint on the backside of the dash the same as the original front color?
Thanks for any help re this thread!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-07-2016, 09:24 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,568
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-06-2016, 01:03 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 5,360
Re: Flat head engine rebuilders in Canada
Most reputable engine rebuiders can do the job, especially if they've been around a while. R and R Engine Rebuilding in Thunder Bay, ON did my 39 Flathead, and I was happy with the results.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-06-2016, 11:18 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,568
32 5-Window Coupe Headliner Install
I am about to attempt to install a headliner in my coupe. The instructions that came with the kit are 'spartan' at best. Any video's, hints, websites, etc., that would help me get this job right the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-24-2014, 09:29 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,178
32 Five Window Deck Lid Color
I am about to paint my 32 five window coupe. My question relates to the color of the inside of the rear deck lid. Is it black or is it to be painted the same color as the outside of the deck lid. The...
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