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Forum: Early V8 07-23-2023, 08:58 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-02-2023, 08:15 PM
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Re: Do any of you guys put seatbelts in your '30s Fords?

Julianos with shoulder belts in my 38. Plenty of room to put an anchor in the door post.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-21-2021, 08:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,238
Posted By gwmartin55
Re: 32 door seals

Media coverage of the event is well done by the GR organizers. As a participant there is no time for it. After a few days it’s fall into bed late, get up early and do it again. That’s if nothing...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-20-2021, 06:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,238
Posted By gwmartin55
Re: 32 door seals

Thanks, that answered my question. We will be driving cross country on the Great Race for 9 days. Bound to hit rain some times in there. Newport Engineering wipers have worked well in the past, so...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-19-2021, 07:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,238
Posted By gwmartin55
Re: 32 door seals

Don’t expect a great seal, just trying to not drown on the first rain. No fenders I expect lots of leaks! Bottom easy, does anything go on top of door? Thank you
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-19-2021, 07:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,238
Posted By gwmartin55
Re: 32 door seals

Thank you. Bottom was fairly easy. Front , top and back of door not so simple.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-19-2021, 08:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,238
Posted By gwmartin55
32 door seals

Just finished a Henry 5 window coupe. Where do door seals go? What holds them in place? I have a set from Steele rubber, but unsure how and where they mount. Photos would be most helpful, never done...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-26-2020, 07:57 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,959
Posted By gwmartin55
Re: transmission question

10 years on my Mitchell, never any issue. 38 Ford Coupe used in Great Race.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-25-2020, 07:19 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,959
Posted By gwmartin55
Re: transmission question

I have used the Mitchell since 2010. Great Race 4 times, no problem, best update ever.
Forum: Early V8 11-23-2020, 10:52 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 836
Posted By gwmartin55
1938 Ford 5 window Coupe

Standard Coupe, Great Race ready. Top 5 finisher. Fresh restore in 2007. All systems modern and updated per Great Race rules. Red Pepper color with tan interior. Bench seat, Auto Meter gauges,...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-21-2020, 09:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,019
Posted By gwmartin55
RPm on open road

What is preferred rpm when on open road? Fresh 37, 21 stud engine 3:55 gears . Choice of tires open. Shift at 25 and 38 mph. Expect lots of open road driving. Don’t want to over rev it on long trips.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-09-2020, 11:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,559
Posted By gwmartin55
Re: E3 plugs

Thanks so much.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-07-2020, 09:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,559
Posted By gwmartin55
E3 plugs

Has anyone successfully used the E3 spark plugs. 37 21 stud, scat crank.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-14-2019, 06:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,277
Posted By gwmartin55
Re: need my transmission rebuilt

Mac Van Pelt for sure. I have two of his, and many on the Great Race use him. Fair and honest in my experience.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-08-2019, 07:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,798
Posted By gwmartin55
Re: Rear end gears

Rex Gardner is in Grove, Oklahoma. Flatmotor research is his business. I have 2 of his engines. Great work.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-08-2019, 05:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 662
Posted By gwmartin55
32 interior wood

Looking for photos and directions for interior wood install on an original 32 5 window coupe. I have all new wood except filled roof. Finished like a piece of furniture, so I may leave some exposed....
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-08-2019, 05:11 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 493
Posted By gwmartin55
32 interior wood

Looking for photos and directions for interior wood install on an original 32 5 window coupe. I have all new wood except filled roof. Finished like a piece of furniture, so I may leave some exposed....
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-13-2018, 08:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,449
Posted By gwmartin55
Re: 32 body removal

I plan to use my two post lift for the heavy lifting off of the chassis. Lift and just roll chassis out from it. Was unsure best place to lift. Is a normal sized pallet with good wheels big enough?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-12-2018, 07:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,449
Posted By gwmartin55
Re: 32 body removal

Floor is all solid.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-12-2018, 06:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,449
Posted By gwmartin55
32 body removal

Plan to remove body off of frame on 32 5 window coupe. How much bracing, and where should I put in before lifting? Best lifting points? Doors are removed, just a shell, no windows or trim. Lift under...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-01-2018, 01:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,629
Posted By gwmartin55
Re: TCI chassis/ clutch

Thanks. Most likely use hydraulic slave mounted off side or transmission.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-31-2018, 07:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,629
Posted By gwmartin55
Re: TCI chassis/ clutch

Thanks, very helpful. TCI says you can’t fit booster under floor of a 32. Seems like a hydraulic clutch would take minimal space.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-31-2018, 07:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,629
Posted By gwmartin55
Re: TCI chassis/ clutch

Using a 37 flathead.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-30-2018, 08:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,629
Posted By gwmartin55
TCI chassis/ clutch

Have aTCI chassis under a 32 5 window coupe. Getting rid or the 350 Chevy and turbo trans to go flathead 3 speed. Anyone found a way to work around the booster and other obstructions? Is hydraulic my...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-26-2015, 05:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,749
Posted By gwmartin55
Re: Thoughts on Synthetic Transmission oil

Experience should allow you to benefit from our trials. I run a Van Pelt tranny and since he is the best in my opinion, I tried everything including synthetics. Call for him recommendation.
We...
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