Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-07-2023, 12:59 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-28-2023, 09:53 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,153
Re: Door panel backing material?
High-density polyethylene (HDPE), also known as puck board or arena board, works like magic. Easy to cut or shape. Easy to glue material on. Won't rot, ever. Won't break down for centuries. I use on...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-13-2023, 05:12 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,074
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-06-2023, 08:54 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 799
Re: 33 stopped running
As I read this post, it seems to me that the battery still had enough cranking amps in reserve to crank over the dead engine. Is it certain that the ammeter is functioning properly? This needs to...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-22-2023, 12:56 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 2,715
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-20-2023, 11:27 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 611
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-18-2023, 05:47 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 611
More on Luggage racks
I am been following, with eager interest, the current opinions and stances on 35/36 Ford luggage racks, which are currently in a thread not too far down this page.
I will continue on the path of...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-14-2023, 07:05 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,799
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-20-2023, 10:29 AM
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Replies: 5
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mission accomplished: contrasting 34 3W's
Since the 1970's, I have found 1934 Fords to be stunningly beautiful. I began the full restoration of my Cabriolet about thirty years ago. It took me five years to complete.
In this time...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-16-2023, 09:15 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 609
Re: horn wiring help required
Yes, have power to the horns. I removed both horns tonight and sanded any paint remnants from this old jalopy (long story for a future post on this forum).
Having had the horn rod apart, I did look...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-16-2023, 11:42 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 609
horn wiring help required
Project is 34 3W Ford Coupe. Two repro horns installed. Both function when hooked direct to a 6 volt motorcycle battery. New Tyree H. wiring installed end-to-end in the car. Lights work. Horn...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-14-2023, 04:37 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,238
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Forum: Early V8
08-14-2023, 08:44 AM
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Replies: 0
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Wanted 1936 3W Coupe interior
'Any chance someone is holding a LB kit for a 36 3Window coupe that they are never going to get around installing? I'd be a buyer. Thx.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-09-2023, 12:41 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,109
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Forum: Early V8
08-09-2023, 12:39 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 291
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-09-2023, 11:13 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,109
Battery shut-off location
On my 34 and 36 Fords, using the original battery box and not resorting to Optima batteries, adding shut-offs to the top of the battery post makes the height factor of the battery an even bigger...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-31-2023, 02:17 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 975
Re: The way of the future, lets hope not!!!
Well stated and so true, Cadillac512. I will not park an electric vehicle inside my garage for safety reasons. Technology has not been perfected, quite yet, obviously. I also cannot afford a...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-30-2023, 08:40 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,368
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-20-2023, 09:10 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 868
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-14-2023, 08:24 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 1,411
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Forum: Early V8
06-13-2023, 09:27 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 422
1934 Ford Speedometer
Looking for a '34 speedometer and cable in proper working condition. For my current purpose, I do not need perfect chrome or face. Must function properly, though. Thank you.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-07-2023, 05:03 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,676
Re: Best oil for V8
Whatever excellent name-brand 10W-30 happens to be on sale. Even the true oil industry scientists have not been able to come to a consensus on this topic. Add in a cup of Marvel for added peace of...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-07-2023, 03:34 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,786
Re: How much Corn Head Grease?
Last night I changed out the four decades old u-joint in a 34 Coupe. I used 3/4 of a tube of JD corn head grease. Same stuff I presently use in five other cars.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-10-2023, 09:07 AM
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Replies: 60
Views: 6,406
Re: How many of you are doing total restorations?
The nice thing about doing a thorough restoration is you gain a true understanding of the vehicle you own and drive. It also gives you a real clear picture of the fix involved when you breakdown on...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-10-2023, 08:24 AM
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Replies: 60
Views: 6,406
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