Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
01-15-2016, 10:34 AM
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Replies: 6
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Re: 55 Ford convertible top wiring
I have to wire my 54 also which I have converted to a 12 volt system with a 12v pump out of a Cadillac. They all seem to use the same pump. My plan is to temporarily wire and test it. If the wire...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
04-22-2015, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,625
Re: 1954 turn signals
Thank you for the good advice. Now I have an idea on how to fix it. Loved the Sun City comment... I may have been one of those last winter :)
John
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
04-22-2015, 05:15 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,625
1954 turn signals
My 54 Ford turn signals do not reset after I make the corner. I can not remember if that is how they were back in the day. Or are mine just miss adjusted some how? I thought I would ask before I...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
01-05-2015, 10:14 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 4,246
Re: Ford turbo 4 banger
Model A s had a supercharged 4. When I visited a car show in Austin Texas I saw one for the first time. It had a McCulloch super charger.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
12-26-2014, 12:44 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,089
Re: 12v 6v windows
Another trick to try if you are adventuresome is to make a 5 cell C size NiCad battery pack to operate the windows. 5 nicads in series is 6 volts. This C size cell is what they use in battery...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
12-26-2014, 05:41 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,089
Re: 12v 6v windows
If it is possible I would check the current draw at 6 volts. It is probably goin to be less, maybe about 12 amps. This is just a guess, I have not measured one. What ever it is 6 volts / 12 amps for...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
12-15-2014, 11:44 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,471
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
12-15-2014, 12:06 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,471
1954 rear springs
I am replacing rear springs on my 54. I ordered new bolts and bushings from Macs but the bushings seem way too soft. I am thinking of going to energy suspension poly bushings. Has anyone tried...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-26-2014, 09:51 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,701
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-25-2014, 12:14 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,687
Re: It's Going to be a Long Winter
That is the best looking 4door HT from that era! I see it is different but still really nice. I probably have seen them but did not notice they were 4 doors. You have a great looking car!
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-25-2014, 05:37 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,687
Re: It's Going to be a Long Winter
Rick, that 4 door hardtop is pretty rare, not sure if I have seen one in person. Is the roof line the same as a 2door hard top? From the photos it looks the same and better than the Chevy versions...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-09-2014, 11:05 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 29,585
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-30-2014, 11:40 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 4,314
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-31-2014, 10:04 AM
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Replies: 449
Views: 187,727
Re: 1955 Ford Club Sedan Refresh Blog
Do yourself a favor and put in a new upgraded swaybar. They are available in 1inch and 1 1/8 inch I think. I put a 1 inch on my 54( same chassis) and it made an amazing difference in body roll....
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
07-05-2014, 09:10 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,151
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-27-2014, 06:52 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,169
Re: Horns not working
You can test the horns with a direct connection to the battery. Be prepared to jump! I was surprised to find 6volt horns work fine with 12volts.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
04-30-2014, 10:08 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,441
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
02-27-2014, 02:31 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,740
Re: 54 Sunliner trm code
I think the second B was black top. My yellow car was originally dark green with black and green interior and black top. I hate the current yellow and will someday be painting it, probably burgandy.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
02-20-2014, 10:06 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,740
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
12-07-2013, 10:22 AM
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Replies: 4
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Re: 1954 mercury
I put a 302 and a C6 in my 54 ford. I was worried the C6 would be too big but it fit with ease. A c6 is overkill for a 302 but I had it on hand, at least I don't need to worry about hurting the...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
09-11-2013, 10:30 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,345
Re: Power brakes on a '54 Merc
When I did my 54 I had a 302 swap with edelbrock manifold. The manifold has vacuume ports tapped into it. If your does not have thos I would assume you could drill a hole and tap into any of the...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
07-28-2013, 01:42 AM
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Replies: 0
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Convertible electric pump question
I have a 1954 Sunliner, and purchased new top cylinders and a new 12volt pump. I am using the original hoses (or at least the ones that were in the car when I bought it). I blew the hoses out with an...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
07-15-2013, 12:14 AM
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Replies: 54
Views: 18,034
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
07-04-2013, 03:53 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,119
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
07-03-2013, 11:22 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,119
6 volt convertible pump (1954 ford)
I know you can run a 6 volt starter on 12 volts, can anyone confirm that a 6v convertible electric pump will work on 12v? Will it run too fast?
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