Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-12-2021, 10:46 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 410
Re: Glove Box Spring Question
The only thing I can think of is attach it to the small tab as if it were the larger
metal hinge. The problem you might have is attaching the hinge to the glove box with the spring in the way. Try...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-04-2021, 05:37 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 1,211
Re: 36' rear tail pan repair
Rich b, thank you for the pictures and the dimensions.
It will come in handy when I cut mine out.
Thanks again Blast.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-03-2021, 05:56 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 1,211
Re: 36' rear tail pan repair
Rich b. Thank you for those pictures.
If you find more photos please post them with any
Other information for the purpose of the wood panel.
We’re they ever covered with material or left natural...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-03-2021, 08:18 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 1,211
Re: 36' rear tail pan repair
I replaced the pan on my 36 Club Cabriolet.
I’ll see if I can get some pics for you.
It’s covered up and tucked away but I may be able to squeeze
In between other projects to get to it.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-02-2021, 09:32 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 1,211
Re: 36' rear tail pan repair
When I installed my inner panel I cut it after the notch where that piece of wood is inserted. I’m not sure what the wood was actually used for. Maybe to finish off the trunk area? The cut was made...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-02-2021, 05:47 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 1,211
Re: 36' rear tail pan repair
Yes your right about the extra metal to weld in.
It’s now bringing back memories. When you drill the holes in the pan
Make the holes just a little larger will save you later when you line them up...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-01-2021, 12:17 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 1,211
Re: 36' rear tail pan repair
Fordnut, those where the reinforcements I was talking about. Good job creating new ones.Don’t forget the cage nuts on the new panel. If you can, line up the old inner panel with the new panel when...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-25-2021, 10:39 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 1,211
Re: 36' rear tail pan repair
Just thinking, you may have to take the inner pan out section at a time to reach certain welds. I’m not sure it’s been a while.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-25-2021, 09:53 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 1,211
Re: 36' rear tail pan repair
Hi Fordnut, tag man has some nice pictures. The way I understand your only removing the inner patch panel. If you notice on tag mans picture of the outer panel removed you will see Cage nuts that you...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-24-2021, 08:01 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 1,211
Re: 36' rear tail pan repair
I changed the inner patch panel on my 36 with EMS replacement. A couple of things you should know. On your original panel you will have to remove the inner bumper supports that are spot welded and...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-09-2021, 03:18 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,198
Re: Need advise buying a 1930 model A coupe
That’s what I’m saying.
I’m building a 1936 club cabriolet.
I started a body off restoration And it’s just snowballing from there.
I put so much money and time into it that I’ll never recover the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-09-2021, 01:32 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,198
Re: Need advise buying a 1930 model A coupe
I’ll try to get some phots soon. When I do I will post them
Thanks for the advise. I see these cars all restored going for 12,000 to 15,000.
Why would anybody buy a car for $5,000 and take years to...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-08-2021, 08:48 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,198
Need advise buying a 1930 model A coupe
I have an opportunity to buy a 1930 Mode A for $5000.00
It needs paint, interior, the usual rust and rot but not bad.
Original runs and drives. The question, is it worth it.
I don’t see these cars...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-28-2021, 10:34 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 617
Green bible sale
MacsAutoparts.com
Macs is having up to 25% off on certain items.
The green bible selling for $35.88 great deals going on check it out.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-15-2021, 12:52 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 367
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-11-2021, 09:56 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 878
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-11-2021, 09:50 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 878
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-10-2021, 07:30 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 878
Re: 1936 cabriolet interior
The early V8 35-36 book has lots of diagrams of patterns and material used
For Cabriolets and Club Cabriolets. It’s a good starting point.
Macs Auto parts has a good line of interior upholstery...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-07-2021, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 493
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-07-2021, 09:44 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 493
Re: Walnut woodgrain
There is another technique called hydrographic film.
There are all sorts of wood grain patterns.
It’s not like the original techniques of years ago but done right it’s amazing.
Check it out and...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-01-2021, 10:32 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,808
Re: Toilet paper oil filter adapter
I agree fordwife, or find a company that make toilet paper that’s strong enough for the filter. It might work.
I don’t know how its use would work In the bathroom? Pretty rough stuff. Lol.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-31-2021, 05:45 PM
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Replies: 45
Views: 3,874
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-18-2021, 11:36 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,808
Re: Toilet paper oil filter adapter
I have seen them before but you do run a risk of having the toilet paper
breaking down and entering your engine. It was a thing of the past.
My opinion is leave toilet paper where it belongs, in...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-12-2021, 10:46 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 291
Re: Goodyear air wheels hub caps
There are companies that can custom make hub caps but would need a
minimum of 50-200-200 at a time. One company comes to mind Hipwell Arden in the UK.
I haven’t seen a remanufactured Goodyear Air...
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Forum: Early V8
01-07-2021, 06:13 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 190
1935-36 special plug/stud fitting#48-6073
452109
452110
I have replicated this special plug/fitting
This is not an original item but a similar design of item #48-6073.
In the Same area of the Oil Gauge Sending Unit a special plug/...
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