Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-16-2024, 11:25 AM
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Views: 540
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-09-2024, 11:43 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 540
8.8 rear end into 1951 Ford Coupe?
I have access to a free 1994/95 Mustang GT rear end.
I understand the width is 1.5 inches greater.
I am not interested in any other type rear end.
What would be required to install this rear end...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-22-2023, 01:34 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,248
Re: Vibration
To respond to some of the questions, the vibration starts at 35mph and goes away at 45mph, whether or not the clutch in, and it happens on acceleration and deceleration.
As I am not familiar with...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-20-2023, 09:09 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,248
Vibration
Just changed the u joint on my 1946 Super Deluxe. It has a 39 Ford transmission.
I have new bias ply tires that I personally balanced on a spin balancer.
The balance is absolutely perfect.
The...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-08-2023, 11:55 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,791
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-06-2023, 03:18 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,791
How much Corn Head Grease?
How much Corn Head Grease will I need when I replace my universal joint in my 46 Super Deluxe?
Thanks Guys.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-06-2023, 11:18 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 974
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-06-2023, 11:00 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 732
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-05-2023, 09:33 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 732
Trying to find a ujoint
Hi Guys, I'm trying to find a ujoint for my 46 Deluxe...
It appears that no one has one in stock.
Any ideas?
Thanks.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-02-2023, 11:27 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 974
Re: loud noise engine/transmission
Thank you both for the replies.
I will post my findings when I take it apart.
I am tempted to drive it the way it is until fall, unless I have a catastrophic failure.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-30-2023, 03:07 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 974
loud noise engine/transmission
I have a 1946 Ford Special Deluxe.
It has a 49 ford flathead and a 39 Ford transmission.
The car has a noticeable growl going down the road that sounds like it may be coming from the back of the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-21-2023, 07:11 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 594
What wheel will fit?
I have a 1946 Ford Coupe.
It has the original banjo rear.
I was told a later model Ford pickup wheels will fit.
What year Ford pickup wheels will fit?
Thanks guys!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-09-2023, 03:12 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,333
Re: Bad oil pressure?
Thanks for all of the replies.
I purchased and installed a new M19 oil pump.
I purchased and installed an oil temp gauge in the oil pan.
I put in 2 quarts of Valvoline 50wt VR1 Racing oil.
I put...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-24-2023, 11:48 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,333
Re: Bad oil pressure?
Thanks for all the replies.
To clarify: I have a mechanical oil gauge.
I have no information on the motor, as the car is a recent purchase.
I found information on the H.A.M.B regarding a "better"...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-21-2023, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,333
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-20-2023, 09:35 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,333
Bad oil pressure?
I have a 8BA in a 1946 Ford Coupe.
It has Edelbrock aluminum heads, 3 deuces and Reds Headers and straight pipes "true duals".
It has been converted to 12V. It has new 30w non detergent oil and new...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-20-2023, 02:48 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,150
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-17-2023, 01:57 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,150
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-14-2023, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 480
46 Ford Grille
How are the chrome/stainless strips attached to the grille on my 46 Coupe?
Are the chrome/stainless strips bolted on, or are there clips?
Where can I obtain the hardware?
Thanks guys.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-09-2023, 12:57 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 548
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-07-2023, 03:44 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 548
What fenders fit?
I have a 1946 Ford long door coupe.
What year fenders will fit?
Do the fenders have to be coupe fenders?
Thanks guys.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-03-2023, 01:38 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 893
Re: speedometer
Thanks for all the replies.
I will work on the problem as the weather allows.
I will post the results.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-30-2022, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 893
speedometer
My speedometer in my 46 Ford Coupe occasionally buzzes/vibrates very bad.
Do I need another speedometer head, or cable?
What other speedometer head will fit?
Thanks guys.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-05-2022, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 987
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-05-2022, 12:36 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 987
Bolt pattern, back space, wheel width
I have a 1946 Ford Coupe. What size would the bolt pattern be, how much back space? And what would be the widest tire/wheel that would fit in the fender? The car has the stock rear end.
Thanks Guys.
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