Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-22-2023, 09:00 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,951
Re: Water in oil
Whether the crack is repairable depends on its location and extent. I have a G head with a crack in an exhaust valve pocket. I took it to a couple of shops that repair cracks in cast iron but no joy....
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-20-2023, 07:56 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 2,202
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-17-2023, 07:05 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 610
Re: Torque Wrenches
Here's a DIY method to calibrate your wrench:
https://www.wikihow.com/Calibrate-a-Torque-Wrench
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-17-2023, 06:50 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 610
Re: Torque Wrenches
You'll be OK with a new one if it's a quality piece. I'd shy away from one from Horror Fright or any made of Chineseum. The secret to keeping one accurate is to release the spring tension when you're...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-13-2023, 11:24 AM
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Replies: 44
Views: 2,788
Re: 55 Ford Wagon Timing Question:
This is just my opinion but if it overheats with the timing set at 12 degrees I think I'd try a little more advance. Setting the timing at 6 degrees has a good chance of making it overheat worse.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-11-2023, 08:17 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,454
Re: Are "$ Doors Classics"
Yes, they're classics. Classic status has nothing to do with the number of doors. IMHO the only determining factor is age, generally considered to be 25 years +.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-06-2023, 06:24 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 754
Re: Now It Begins...
I trust 'em about as far as I can throw 'em, and my arm ain't what it used to be.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-06-2023, 08:43 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 754
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-03-2023, 07:01 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 606
Re: carb rebuilder
Our very own Sal Cicala. You'll find him in the members list in the Community tab at the top of this page. Page 7 under the letter "S".
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
09-25-2023, 07:57 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 460
Re: Damper
The Damper Dudes, https://www.damperdudes.net/ , and the Damper Doctor, https://www.damperdoctor.com/. I used the Damper Doctor for mine and am completely happy.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
09-17-2023, 11:44 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 12,220
Re: Steering Wheel Play
Sounds like a minor box adjustment may be in order, but I would still check the linkage downstream of the box first. Pay attention especially to the the ball stud that connects the Pitman arm to the...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
09-15-2023, 03:44 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 566
Re: Loadomatic Dizzy with Edelbrock Carb
The Load-O-Matic dizzy won't play well with any carb except the Holley teapot of the type the car came with from the factory. I would rebuild the '57 dizzy, can't go wrong with it.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
09-07-2023, 11:40 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,096
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
09-04-2023, 05:29 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,230
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
09-04-2023, 09:54 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,230
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-31-2023, 01:47 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,413
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-29-2023, 07:02 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,449
Re: 1958 Ford Custom Tudor and Fordor Sedans
'58s weren't as popular as '57s and earlier. I wasn't a fan of the grille and the oval tail lights. Also, 1958 had a pretty bad economic recession so I'm guessing sales were lower than previous...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-21-2023, 06:41 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 4,129
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-21-2023, 10:09 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 811
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-18-2023, 10:44 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,880
Re: Interior Work on the 54
"I've taken off many handles; used this tool I have on others, it worked fine, but on this Ford (54) just doesn't seem to work; I was just seeing if anybody has a "better tool", or a "trick" they...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-17-2023, 07:10 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,732
Re: Ford Overdrive Solenoid 6 Volt or 12 Volt ?
The "pull coil" releases, or should, when the plunger begins to extend. The lower amperage hold-in coil remains energized and is sufficient to make the plunger complete its travel when you lift off...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-16-2023, 07:33 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,732
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-15-2023, 07:13 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 580
Re: 54 Vicky floor braces
I used their body braces and some floor sheet metal pieces on my '55 Merc. In my opinion you can't go wrong with EMS. Buy with confidence.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-13-2023, 08:07 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 2,402
Re: 54 Ford Interior Considerations
The guy who bought out Joblot visits this forum pretty regularly and he does have the parts. I've dealt with him once or twice. IIRC his name is Craig. He's not cheap but the quality is there.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-13-2023, 08:26 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,423
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