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VeryTangled · 03-13-2012, 04:33 PM

Hi 35Coupe! I'm also a newbie at driving these old Fords. I'm on year 2 and still am not as good as I'd like at being gentle on the gearbox. My best suggestion is to slow down the shifts. When compared to a modern manual transmission you really have to go slowly. My modern manual is a quick dab on the clutch and a yank out of, and into the next gear. The Ford is #1 clutch & out of gear, #2 pause, #3 into gear.

I second the thought that you've got your hands on a very desirable car. Also second the suggestion that you get involved with the local regional group of the Early Ford V8 Club of America. You'll find that there are many generous and knowledgable V8'ers.

-VeryTangled/Jeff

03-13-2012, 04:33 PM	#18
VeryTangled Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: (Not far enough...) Outside of DC Posts: 3,387	Re: Few questions.....New Flathead owner!!! Hi 35Coupe! I'm also a newbie at driving these old Fords. I'm on year 2 and still am not as good as I'd like at being gentle on the gearbox. My best suggestion is to slow down the shifts. When compared to a modern manual transmission you really have to go slowly. My modern manual is a quick dab on the clutch and a yank out of, and into the next gear. The Ford is #1 clutch & out of gear, #2 pause, #3 into gear. I second the thought that you've got your hands on a very desirable car. Also second the suggestion that you get involved with the local regional group of the Early Ford V8 Club of America. You'll find that there are many generous and knowledgable V8'ers. -VeryTangled/Jeff