Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-20-2023, 10:37 PM
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49-52 Truck water pump shaft & pully fitment
Help, Info appreciated. I Recently fitted new speedway mtrs , ceramic seal kits , shafts etc to my 8BA 1949-52 truck water pumps. i dont have any wide belt pullys that are the correct Dia to...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-20-2021, 04:14 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 832
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-10-2021, 03:29 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 832
Mallory or other?
Hi ALL,:) looking at upgrading to a later Distributor to replace Divers Helmet type on our 39 v8 pick up, Engine is newly rebuilt with a hot cam and likes to rev out, so need something good,
Prefer...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-25-2020, 03:34 AM
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Views: 648
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-13-2019, 04:11 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 6,386
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-11-2019, 12:36 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 936
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-10-2019, 09:51 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 936
can anyone Id this steering box , clearly not...
can anyone Id this steering box , clearly not unlike a 34 Ford, but larger, Possibly big truck, perhaps it is also later years . theres a parts number as seen in the photos , JSeery has offered to...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-10-2019, 09:45 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,642
Re: Right hand drive steering worm advice needed
best to use a 37-40 steering box, You only have to ever so lightly slot one of the 3 mounting holes and you are in, be sure to use only the 37-40 drop arm . if the column length is an issue , have it...
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Forum: Early V8
11-08-2018, 03:25 AM
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Wanted, Rear body side trims for 1938 coupe
Side body trim for 38 coupe, require a pair for both sides from the B pillar back to the rear, you know , the long curved hard to find ones ,
im working out of state just now , but can get payment...
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Forum: Early V8
11-08-2018, 03:11 AM
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Wanted, Rear body side trims for 1938 coupe
wanted, for 38 coupe side body SS trim , from the B pillar back ,on both sides,
you know the ones ?, long and curved .
looking for items in the Bay area or Sacramento.
im working out of state...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-05-2018, 04:08 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,244
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-05-2018, 03:56 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,244
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-04-2018, 07:35 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,244
Power generator and alternators for 32-49 v8
Hi All,
I am converting my 38 coupe to 12 volt, so I will require a replacement Generator
and wish to retain the cooling fan and pully.
I did see that some 1932- 48 early V8 power...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-30-2018, 12:01 AM
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1938 deluxe speedo & rear body trim
Hi all, can anyone supply a photograph of the correct instruments & speedometer faces that are required for the 1938 deluxe.
also I require a pair of 1938 std- deluxe Coupe rear body trims, the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-17-2015, 09:18 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,196
Re: Head gaskets, Copper or composite ?
Thanks Martin & all others, I know what you mean on getting old fast. ive run out of Busted Knuckles , will stick with the copper & use "copper Coat " spray sealer also to be sure.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-17-2015, 03:46 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,196
Head gaskets, Copper or composite ?
Hi all , Whats the general opinion regarding head gaskets to use, copper or modern grey- Composite ?
I do notice the composite types are very hard to remove after use, so
I would prefer the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-15-2015, 05:13 PM
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Replies: 7
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38 deluxe horns & mounting photos please
does anyone out there have clear photos of the pair of 1938 D/L Horns that mount under the radiator, curved trumpets I believe for that one year ? thanks guys.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-14-2015, 12:17 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,567
Re: 36 Pickup stalling when warm
Pull the dizzy right out , Replace the points & condenser & check for Any visable sign [black powdery residue] shortage between earth wires & or insulated wires, & it all sounds like a classic...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-13-2015, 09:39 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,578
V8 bumper jack , what year please ?
What year is this bumper jack ? patent date is 1932 & can anyone add a photo to show what the lug wrench handle that goes with it should look like , thanks guys.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-18-2015, 08:25 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,707
Macs - Ecklers , delays ?
Hi all, has anyone out there been experiencing delays & lack of communication from macs- Ecklers.
We have been long time buyers from Macs in previous years without delays or lack of communication...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-29-2014, 04:55 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 5,226
Re: Flathead block with maple leaf is it Canadian
that xtra port is for oil cooler outlet, used in some military applications, ie Bren gun carriers , British & canadian , small tracked, personell carriers that all used the flathead V8 motor , trans...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-29-2014, 12:58 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 5,099
Re: Advice on worn bores please
Have to agree with most of the guys, I have re-ringed a few v8 flatheads with average wear & generally always come up trumps, strip the block & assess whats required, cleanliness is essential on...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-27-2014, 12:50 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 5,586
Re: 1938 60 hp sound
Worn Alloy timing gear or very worn oil pump gears, that are marginally out of mesh, can make this sound , we have a big flat motor that does this & although its not so noticeable on the idle, but...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-10-2014, 02:31 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,561
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-10-2014, 12:47 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,343
Re: Floorboards and Kick Panels
For floorboards, we recommend that you Use 3/8" 5 ply, preferably a marine grade, but not necessary if you treat the wood with oil or good primer & topcoat of your choice,
& for best strength, run...
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