Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-12-2022, 12:08 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,729
Re: oil filter delete??
I have had the same results as Dick. the gasket that came with my filter was not the correct diameter and would not seal. I ended up re-using the old brittle one that's been in there for who knows...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-26-2022, 09:17 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 4,773
Re: Did Some Painting Today
Looks great, especially compared to mine, but shouldn't the light refelcetions be more crisp and not blurred?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-24-2022, 03:36 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,995
Re: 52 8ba engine leaking coolant into oil
I changed the oil today not sure what to expect. The oil that drained out of the oil pan actually looked ok. It was an odd color for sure and there was a bit of weird thick gunk that came out first....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-24-2022, 02:26 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 462
Re: Excess oil pressure?
Problem fixed. I cleaned out the inside of the canister lid and put the old gasket back in. No leak. It appears the gasket that was supplied with the filter was too small diameter.
Oil pressure...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-24-2022, 02:08 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 462
Excess oil pressure?
I changed the oil today in my 39 truck. Previous owner did not have a filter in the housing. I added the correct filter, now U'm getting excess pressure and it is pushing oil out between the housing...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-20-2022, 07:37 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,290
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-08-2022, 08:25 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,995
Re: 52 8ba engine leaking coolant into oil
I can recall topping off the radiator a few weeks ago. It wasnt really low, just above the top of the fins. It has only been ran about 2 minutes since, but when I discovered this mess in the filter...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-07-2022, 05:37 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,995
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-07-2022, 04:50 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,995
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-07-2022, 04:11 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,995
Re: 52 8ba engine leaking coolant into oil
Pulled the plugs, they all look the same. I shined a pen light into each plu hole while they were out and see no obvious issue. Time to dig out the ole compression tester...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-07-2022, 03:23 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,995
52 8ba engine leaking coolant into oil
My recently acquired 39 Ford truck has a 53 8ba in it. I pulled the lid off the oil filter housing to check for the correct filter and found that there was no filter at all, and even worse is that...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-07-2022, 02:42 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,290
Re: 53 8ba oil filter question
You are correct. i pulled out the turkey baster to pull off the oil and sure enough, there is green coolant in there! UGH.... Now, off to start a new thread...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-07-2022, 02:41 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,290
Re: 53 8ba oil filter question
No metal ring or retainer in there. The piece a 2:00 is the port hole. This is nothing but the reflection of oil, and apparently coolant....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-06-2022, 05:26 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,290
53 8ba oil filter question
Do, my 39 has had a transplant at one time as she has a 53 8ba in her. I'm not very rehearsed on these flathead and wondering about the oil filter setup. This pic is of the reservoir with the cap...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-29-2022, 05:38 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,053
Tapered lug nut washers, 39 Tonner
Two of my wheels have slight oblonging on several of the lug nut holes. I ordered a set of these tapered washers from Joes, only to find out they are wayt too small for my application. ANyone have an...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-26-2022, 05:06 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 697
39 Windshield gasket, tips?
So my 39 Ford one ton has the flip out windshield with the center bar. The seal is the one piece that tucks into the small groove in the frame. I has the old seal removed but it looks like someone...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-24-2022, 11:57 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 2,161
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-24-2022, 11:55 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 2,161
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-22-2022, 03:33 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 418
1939-48 Shop manual
Thanks to those that recommended this manual, it has been helpful already. Passing on some good fortune, Rock Auto has these right now for $14
https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=10938188
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-19-2022, 11:54 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 2,161
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-19-2022, 11:17 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 2,161
Re: Remove 1 ton rear brake removal
@expavr, Thank you, those scans helped with my question about tightening the hub. I did order myself a copy of the manual for future use.
I see that Fel Pro makes rear axle gaskets, but their...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-19-2022, 11:05 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 2,161
Re: Remove 1 ton rear brake removal
Thanks guys, you've been a big help. I was able to pull everything apart and get the needed part numbers from the wheel cylinders. Have all new wheel cylinders and flexible lines ordered as well as a...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-18-2022, 05:50 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 2,161
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-18-2022, 03:19 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 2,161
Re: Remove 1 ton rear brake removal
Got it all apart and found the rotted wheel cylinder. I'll clean everything up before assembly. Do you recommend painting anything ? What type of lubricant goes on the moving parts, can I use disc...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-17-2022, 08:01 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 2,161
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