Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-05-2019, 01:47 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-04-2019, 09:05 AM
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Replies: 17
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Re: 52 Ford F3 Steering Box Relocation Options
Once back to that point I am going to re-evaluate, but if I remember right I placed over as far as I could because of the turbo and exhaust on the passenger side. But a few inches may make all the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-04-2019, 06:41 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,932
Re: 52 Ford F3 Steering Box Relocation Options
Interesting. Thanks for getting that info. With the rack on the I-beam there cannot be much bump steer, BUT I have read that there is quite a bit of feedback through the steering wheel into a drivers...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-03-2019, 01:33 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,932
Re: 52 Ford F3 Steering Box Relocation Options
That would be great if you can find some. I have heard about what you you mentioned but also have read that if the slip joint is installed correctly they will not have any issues. An example that...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-01-2019, 06:27 AM
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Replies: 17
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-30-2019, 06:25 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,932
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-29-2019, 11:54 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,932
52 Ford F3 Steering Box Relocation Options
Not looking for criticism but solution here. Just something to try because I also wanted to put a diesel in this old truck. So I am putting a ISB 170 in it. I do not have room for the current...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-18-2018, 07:02 AM
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Replies: 16
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Thinking I should sell my 8BA
I have had the 8BA in my 52 F3 for a while now. I just need more of an every day driver. So I am throwing a diesel in it. Just another project I know. But I don't really want to pull the 8BA and let...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-13-2017, 11:58 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,052
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-13-2017, 09:54 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,052
Re: pertronix ignition fried
I would agree, but since this is the recommended config from Pertronix and that it has been working for a year now. Also it was running when this occurred. I make sure I do not leave the key on...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-13-2017, 07:26 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,052
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-13-2017, 06:44 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,052
pertronix ignition fried
Had it on the truck for about a year. Always ran fine. Had not started it for a couple of months. Thought I would fire it up and let it run for a little while. Started right up and ran for about 2...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-24-2017, 04:02 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,418
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-24-2017, 08:28 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,418
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-24-2017, 06:58 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,418
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-21-2017, 07:17 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,061
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-30-2017, 09:12 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,316
Re: 52 window lift channel question
Great advice. I called my local auto glass company. He said he could put it in with setting tape if I wanted but recommended using what is currently used on windows. Urethane window sealer. He said...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-29-2017, 01:49 PM
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Replies: 7
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52 window lift channel question
this is for a 1952 Ford F3. I bought this Lift Channel: http://dennis-carpenter.com/door-glass-lift-channel/p/7C-8121462-A/
I also ordered this...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-28-2016, 06:53 AM
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Replies: 18
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Re: First use of POR 15
I painted this block about 10 years ago with POR-15 and it still looks great. Granted this is not an every day driver. :) No issue with heat at all.
http://www.jefftrumbull.com/?moid=4
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-26-2016, 06:35 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,074
Re: Help with finding oilo fitting
Just in case someone runs into this on a search with the same issue. These are the parts I used and they seem to work fine so far. Thanks to all for getting me in the right direction.
1/8" NPT Male...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-26-2016, 06:29 AM
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Replies: 9
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Re: 5/8" x 53.50" V Belt Info Needed for 1951 239
I just went through finding a belt for my 1952 239 truck motor. I ordered the one from Dennis Carpenter and it was not long enough even though it was for this truck. I ended up getting this belt...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-18-2016, 02:52 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,074
Re: Help with finding oilo fitting
Thanks that helps a lot. Including restrictor in my searches produced more results. Just have to put together the right combination of parts.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-18-2016, 01:42 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,074
Help with finding oilo fitting
Finally was getting to fire up the 52 Ford 239 8BA and noticed a good amount of oil coming from the inlet side of the oil filter canister. Upon further inspection the brass fitting was cracked....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-31-2016, 10:49 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 5,873
Re: generic evaporust
Excellent thanks for that. I have a new radiator and just need to clean up the block and was hoping would do the trick. Looks like it worked very well for you. How long did you let it sit to get the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-31-2016, 07:39 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 5,873
Re: generic evaporust
Anyone use this in the 8BA flathead? It is pretty rusty inside and thought I would try one of this products. Seal up the holes in the block with stuff inside. Let it sit a day and repeat if...
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