The Ford Barn

petehoovie · 08-13-2025, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Zeke3

My, “Field of Dreams,” looking out the back door of my shop. I have been building a shipping skid for the flathead block so I can take it to the machine shop out of town.

Als48 · 08-14-2025, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Zeke3

My, “Field of Dreams,” looking out the back door of my shop. I have been building a shipping skid for the flathead block so I can take it to the machine shop out of town.

That's a pretty awesome photo, Zeke!

Al Hook

flatford8 · 08-14-2025, 11:26 AM

I agree!…..awesome picture!……….Mark

Mart · 08-14-2025, 12:52 PM

I noticed a problem with the head gasket on my 32 sedan. I got the gasket changed and had it back running today. The gasket that failed was a "best" brand. It is the second one that has failed. I'll not use them again.

petehoovie · 08-14-2025, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Mart

I noticed a problem with the head gasket on my 32 sedan. I got the gasket changed and had it back running today. The gasket that failed was a "best" brand. It is the second one that has failed. I'll not use them again.

sidevalve8ba · 08-14-2025, 02:28 PM

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What brand did you replace it with, Mart?

Mart · 08-14-2025, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by sidevalve8ba

What brand did you replace it with, Mart?

Felpro.

I started a thread separately.

Zeke3 · 08-14-2025, 08:07 PM

Thanks guys, I was waiting to see the old Flathead gurus come walking out of the corn to help me with my projects.

ssffnomad · 08-17-2025, 02:50 PM

Took Merc motor off run stand .
Installed it in 39’ Tudor Sedan

TomC750 · 08-24-2025, 08:34 PM

Swapped the #50 main jets in my '41 Merc for #52's. Runs stronger and without the lean surging, which wasn't that bad, but my perfectionism dictated I get it as good as I can.

38 coupe · 08-25-2025, 05:53 AM

My brother and I finished replacing the gas tank in dad's 46 sedan yesterday. It took longer than it should, but reproduction parts required modification. The only parts that bolted straight on were the fasteners from Third Gen Auto.
Brake job on the car is next.

petehoovie · 08-25-2025, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by 38 coupe

My brother and I finished replacing the gas tank in dad's 46 sedan yesterday. It took longer than it should, but reproduction parts required modification. The only parts that bolted straight on were the fasteners from Third Gen Auto.
Brake job on the car is next.

PrestonA · 08-25-2025, 10:54 AM

I listed my completely rebuilt 1953 Ford Customline flathead engine for sale on Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist today.

TomC750 · 08-25-2025, 07:46 PM

Changed oil in the '41 Merc. Used Valvoline VR1 20-50 this time. This oil along with several others was highly recommended by Blackstone labs, they do very scientific research and testing of oils. I swear the car has more power than it did. I also blocked the radiator to get the temp up to about 200* while at a fast idle, the oil pressure held up much better than previously.

Newc · 08-25-2025, 09:47 PM

Installed good used rear lever shocks on a 32 chassis, Later style, but they fit! Maybe 39s ?? but they fit!! Newc

Zax40 · 08-26-2025, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by PrestonA

I listed my completely rebuilt 1953 Ford Customline flathead engine for sale on Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist today.

Did you list it for sale here on the Ford Barn as well?

Gene1949 · 08-27-2025, 05:52 PM

Thankx, Pete. That pic is about as iconic as it get.

slowforty · 08-29-2025, 08:59 PM

While traveling down Rt .30, in my 40, towards the Auburn,Cord,Duesenberg Fest in Auburn Indiana, Around 50 mph, there was a knocking sound. A few seconds later the knocking sound stopped, as a connecting rod exited the block.
Another adventure with Old Cars.
If it was not for the bad luck ,I would have no luck at all,

Kens 36 · 08-29-2025, 09:12 PM

Sorry to hear that Roger.

Ken

john worden · 09-01-2025, 09:28 AM

I tried to sell a truck load of V8 engine parts for $100.00 Located in central Iowa. Anyone?

08-14-2025, 11:26 AM	#463
flatford8 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Lyman,ME. Posts: 3,024	Re: What did you do today that was flathead V8 related? I agree!…..awesome picture!……….Mark __________________ I'm thinkin' about crankin' My ragged ol' truck up and haulin' myself into town. Billy Joe Shaver…RIP

08-14-2025, 12:52 PM	#464
Mart Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Solihull, England. Posts: 9,239	Re: What did you do today that was flathead V8 related? I noticed a problem with the head gasket on my 32 sedan. I got the gasket changed and had it back running today. The gasket that failed was a "best" brand. It is the second one that has failed. I'll not use them again.

08-14-2025, 02:28 PM	#466
sidevalve8ba Senior Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Harrisonburg, VA Posts: 950	Re: What did you do today that was flathead V8 related? Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) What brand did you replace it with, Mart?

08-14-2025, 08:07 PM	#468
Zeke3 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Columbus, IN Posts: 1,646	Re: What did you do today that was flathead V8 related? Thanks guys, I was waiting to see the old Flathead gurus come walking out of the corn to help me with my projects.

08-17-2025, 02:50 PM	#469
ssffnomad Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Upstate N.Y. Posts: 578	Re: What did you do today that was flathead V8 related? Took Merc motor off run stand . Installed it in 39’ Tudor Sedan

08-24-2025, 08:34 PM	#470
TomC750 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2024 Location: Eastern Tennessee Posts: 305	Re: What did you do today that was flathead V8 related? Swapped the #50 main jets in my '41 Merc for #52's. Runs stronger and without the lean surging, which wasn't that bad, but my perfectionism dictated I get it as good as I can. __________________ TomC750 1949 8NV8 Ford tractor 1930 1 Ton White 1941 Mercury Sedan Coupe

08-25-2025, 10:54 AM	#473
PrestonA Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Apopka, Florida Posts: 3	Re: What did you do today that was flathead V8 related? I listed my completely rebuilt 1953 Ford Customline flathead engine for sale on Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist today.

08-25-2025, 07:46 PM	#474
TomC750 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2024 Location: Eastern Tennessee Posts: 305	Re: What did you do today that was flathead V8 related? Changed oil in the '41 Merc. Used Valvoline VR1 20-50 this time. This oil along with several others was highly recommended by Blackstone labs, they do very scientific research and testing of oils. I swear the car has more power than it did. I also blocked the radiator to get the temp up to about 200* while at a fast idle, the oil pressure held up much better than previously. __________________ TomC750 1949 8NV8 Ford tractor 1930 1 Ton White 1941 Mercury Sedan Coupe

08-25-2025, 09:47 PM	#475
Newc Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 3,052	Re: What did you do today that was flathead V8 related? Installed good used rear lever shocks on a 32 chassis, Later style, but they fit! Maybe 39s ?? but they fit!! Newc

08-27-2025, 05:52 PM	#477
Gene1949 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Pahrump, NV Posts: 512	Re: What did you do today that was flathead V8 related? Thankx, Pete. That pic is about as iconic as it get.

08-29-2025, 08:59 PM	#478
slowforty BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Tinley Park Ill Posts: 1,200	Re: What did you do today that was flathead V8 related? While traveling down Rt .30, in my 40, towards the Auburn,Cord,Duesenberg Fest in Auburn Indiana, Around 50 mph, there was a knocking sound. A few seconds later the knocking sound stopped, as a connecting rod exited the block. Another adventure with Old Cars. If it was not for the bad luck ,I would have no luck at all,

08-29-2025, 09:12 PM	#479
Kens 36 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 571	Re: What did you do today that was flathead V8 related? Sorry to hear that Roger. Ken __________________ https://www.nirgv8.org

09-01-2025, 09:28 AM	#480
john worden Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: central Iowa Posts: 503	Re: What did you do today that was flathead V8 related? I tried to sell a truck load of V8 engine parts for $100.00 Located in central Iowa. Anyone? __________________ Louvering, bias ply tire-truing, metal shaping and forming, lathe and mill work, member shop HAGERTY Ins. expert repair network. High quality paint work in Iowa.