Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
06-02-2017, 09:01 AM
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Replies: 197
Views: 55,079
Re: The forgotten 1960 Fords
Yes, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. IMHO they are best forgotten. Other than the two-door hardtop, I thought the 1960 models were the ugliest ever produced by Ford. My dad was a dealer in...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-19-2016, 10:39 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,375
Re: 6 volt heater in a 12 volt system
Your question is answered/solved, but I've been through that. I converted a '50 to 12 volt back in the '70s. No started problems at all. The heater blower (or some wiring) seemed to smell after...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
07-12-2016, 02:15 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,971
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
06-08-2016, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,320
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
06-03-2016, 12:39 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,320
Re: 59K or 159K? You tell me. (Pictures!!)
Based on other things you've mentioned, I'd guess 59K. Keep in mind oils from those days weren't near as good as today. Also, any motor that sat a lot could have had condensation that would make...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
06-02-2016, 11:05 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 4,323
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-24-2016, 03:07 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,668
Re: 1954 Ford vs 1951 Ford Wheels
Not sure about the '51 and later, but '49s and '50s with 6 cyl engines came with 16" wheels. The V8s had 15". Don't ask why. Not many can explain Ford logic.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-17-2016, 04:36 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,751
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
04-08-2016, 10:52 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 6,514
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-28-2016, 01:25 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,691
Re: 3 Speed Overdrive
They pop up on eBay occasionally, though not the best place to source one. I've done the conversion in a '58 and a '72 (though discontinued as a factory option after '71). I love them and think...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
02-12-2016, 11:53 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,707
Re: shows and swap meets
Sounds like you know a little about the area. I'm a little new to the site and don't know the history on anyone. That is a good place to eat, and if you've not been, you should check out AJ's...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
02-11-2016, 11:52 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,707
Re: shows and swap meets
Already mentioned, but don't miss the Pate Swap Meet. It is about 120 miles from Mineola, but is the third largest in the country, behind Hershey and Carlisle. I'm about 45 miles east of Mineola...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
01-21-2016, 11:33 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 4,064
Re: 1950's F100
As HM said, it is a '59. I understand why the 56 and back are so popular, but I never thought the 61-65 was better looking than the 57-60 "box" trucks. IMHO only the Unibody 61-63 was good looking...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
12-16-2015, 04:44 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,472
Re: Early Bird Values Soft?
No apology necessary! I think they call it a continental kit for good reason: They belong on Continentals. IMHO, I know of no car's appearance that has been enhanced by those things. Your 'bird...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
12-09-2015, 10:59 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,484
Re: switch in a 1964 F 100
Pedal operated washers were "manual" using the pumping of a bellows. The upgraded accessory included an electric pump. I'm not sure, but would guess this option was only available on perhaps the...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
12-07-2015, 06:12 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,484
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
12-02-2015, 12:44 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 6,411
Re: Selling my stuff
Probably a stupid question, but it's free to ask. Do you have any rams horn exhaust manifolds?
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-27-2015, 10:12 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,383
Re: Overdrive Parts
I've seen 6 volters on eBay. Keep in mind nearly any make will work. There may be variances on wiring hook up, but adapting for that is better than a nonworking tranny.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-18-2015, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 10,029
Re: 1955 Ford poor brake performance
Well, everyone is pitching in advice here, and Drewbaby has yet to further explain the symptoms. I drove a 1950 2 dr sedan in high school and other than "fade", never had any problems. I checked...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-13-2015, 05:37 PM
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Replies: 85
Views: 22,208
Re: 1958 Ford Fairlane Spring Model?
It's nice some out there appreciate the '58. I have a '58 F100, but the car is another story. I always thought the '60 was the ugliest Ford ever and the '58 was a close second. It's like they...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-04-2015, 05:12 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 4,126
Re: Junkyard (s)
A few months back I read an obituary for a gentleman who had a yard I spent a lot of time in about 35 years ago. I thought of how places like his are just about gone. As I roamed his yard looking...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-27-2015, 10:54 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 7,869
Re: stuck Exhaust heat riser valve
When moving the weight, look to see if the coil spring is moving to a tighter position (closed) or a more relaxed position (open). I once had the same problem and was able to free it up, only to...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-19-2015, 11:53 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 10,674
Re: 1957 Ford 9" rear end
Here is a link with some info that might help you identify the ratio if that rear end was the original in the '57.
http://1957ford.com/asp/gallery.aspx?catmstrid=1&catdetid=29
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