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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-22-2023, 04:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,165
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: thermo stat flow

Hi Aussie Merc
is this the sort you are asking about?
The throat is 28mm in diameter. They came out of my 48 Mercury (59A)
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-19-2022, 03:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,878
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: 1939 Ford 3 speed top loader help

Another thing I recently came across that may help. I replaced the rear main bearing and discovered that it was wider (thicker) than the previous bearing by about 30 thou. this caused the system to...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-25-2022, 12:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,246
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: Need info 1947 convertible top irons

Unfortunately I cant give you patterns or angles on these as the car is now complete and no access to the main pivot bar.
The centre to centre measurements I have from when I had them apart.
1....
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-23-2022, 02:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,246
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: Need info 1947 convertible top irons

Hi Falomara,
here are some pics that may help assembly
regards
Dave
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-14-2022, 03:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,373
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: Noisy sepeedometer - 1951 Ford

Hi Tubman,
I have also experienced these symptoms recently in my 48 Mercury. I did the research and it sounded straight forward. I decided to remove the speedo. IE. remove front seat, to make room...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-21-2022, 11:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 580
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: Fan Hub Sealed Bearing Model 46-48 ?

Thank you guys,
a big help, I just need to find someone with a decent press.
Dave
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-21-2022, 08:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 580
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: Fan Hub Sealed Bearing Model 46-48 ?

ok thanks Barnfind.
Do you have the bearing assembly?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-21-2022, 07:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 580
Posted By 35ragtop
Fan Hub Sealed Bearing Model 46-48 ?

Hi folks,
Despite my search on this forum I have been unable to find anything about this model fan assembly. I think its 46-48 .
I need to replace the bearing, so my questions are;
How does it...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-22-2022, 05:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 976
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: 1948 Ford Fan Hub Oil

Well thank you guys for the information, I did wonder what the reason behind that upstand on the filler hole was. Now I know. I will use the 85 gear oil as suggested.
As usual, respondents on this...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-22-2022, 01:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 976
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: 1948 Ford Fan Hub Oil

Thanks, Im intrigued to know how the heck oil stays in there. There are a couple of deep grooves on the shaft which I assume prevents the oil coming out of the hub by interrupting it I guess. There...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-21-2022, 09:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 976
Posted By 35ragtop
1948 Ford Fan Hub Oil

Hi ,
Just wondering what oil /lubricant is recommended for the fan hub?
Im thinking about packing it with corn head grease as I assemble it, but refilling through that tiny hole may cause headaches...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-09-2022, 04:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 852
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: 1946-48 Ford/ Mercury Convertible Top Fixings

Thank you both.
Do you mean something like this ? I got the right hand one from Le Baron a few years ago.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-09-2022, 12:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 852
Posted By 35ragtop
1946-48 Ford/ Mercury Convertible Top Fixings

Hi All,
I am about to install a convertible top on my car which did not have one when I bought it. Can anyone tell me what these two fastener holes do (on both sides). They have a fine thread button...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-29-2021, 05:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,333
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: 12 volt Regulator NOT Regulating

Hi and thanks all for your input.
Here is an update. I changed the ammeter and with the Field wire connected to the Gen terminal it shows a good 30 amp plus charge when revved up. So to me it means...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-29-2021, 04:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,333
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: 12 volt Regulator NOT Regulating

thanks Kevin,
the car is a 1948 mercury. now on 12 volts. I will try another ammeter. I did suspect this original one. If that doesnt work I will take both gen and reg up to Brisbane to be checked....
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-28-2021, 10:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,333
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: 12 volt Regulator NOT Regulating

Thanks tubman, I have read your posts on that previously and was wondering about getting one of the 1960 s Mustang electronic ones that are on ebay.
I tried Koates idea with the field wire. It made...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-27-2021, 08:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,333
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: 12 volt Regulator NOT Regulating

Ok thanks Kevin,
i will try it tomorrow and check back in. I didnt get an instruction sheet with it.
regards
Dave
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-26-2021, 03:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,333
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: 12 volt Regulator NOT Regulating

Thanks Koates and Mart, a bit more information.
The generator was rebuilt and tested by a well known and reputable, auto electrician of advanced years who helps local v8 ers regularly, so I believe...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-26-2021, 12:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,333
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: 12 volt Regulator NOT Regulating

Hi Cas, thanks , its a brand new unit, which of course doesnt mean much these days. Will check them.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-25-2021, 09:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,333
Posted By 35ragtop
12 volt Regulator NOT Regulating

Hi guys,
on my new build, the rebuilt generator is not being regulated by the new voltage regulator. When I rev the engine the voltage keeps climbing 16 v + no sign of cutting out.
Is there a way...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-16-2021, 02:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,653
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: 39 Brake Questions.

Hi,
I put hydraulic brakes on my 38 pickup. Just used 39+ backing plates, pedals and master cylinder. Easy.
Dave
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-29-2021, 02:21 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,056
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: Theft Prevention Ideas??

Hi guys,
Im a bit like Brian in that i leave my keys in my 34 pickup and one window down. However if parking overnight ,I have an under the seat kill switch AND my starter button is hidden under the...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-06-2021, 04:20 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,273
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: early V-8 question from a Model "A" owner...

Hi Guys,
interesting idea to seat the rings, but for us “Colonials” downunder, can you describe what Bon Ami is please. Obviously it has some scouring qualities, maybe a dish washing aid?
Dave h
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-06-2021, 04:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,279
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: Houdaile oil

Hi Danny,
I was told to use Hydraulic jack oil, which is what I have used in my 48; project. When I bench tested them, it gave me a pretty solid resistance ,so I am happy with this result.
I think...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-31-2021, 02:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,855
Posted By 35ragtop
Re: Crankshaft pulley cross member clearance

Yep its a floor jack fellas!
Interestingly enough it depends upon where you come from too within Australia and New Zealand. Locally we call them floor jacks too.
Dave h
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