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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-07-2024, 12:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 243
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: 47 pickup speedometer cable

It comes out of the firewall near the bottom of the steering column, across the top of the bellhousing and towards the passenger side. It then goes across the top of the crossmember and is secured...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-17-2023, 11:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 674
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: 1940 Ford Pickup Interior Trim

Kick panel trim for sale. Good luck!
https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=318680
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-10-2023, 11:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 350
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: Emergency brake lubrication 1947 super deluxe?

I just recently lubed my brake cable. I slowly squirted a good dose of Lock-Ease down the sheath until it was dripping out the end. The carrier evaporates and leaves the graphite coating inside....
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-03-2023, 06:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,033
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: Tailgate Hook Retaining Springs

Hooks don't pop off anymore. Thanks for the help.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-03-2023, 01:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,033
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: Tailgate Hook Retaining Springs

I also appreciate the info. I was trying to install them all wrong.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-02-2023, 12:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,033
Posted By Doublepumper
Tailgate Hook Retaining Springs

I want to install a set of tailgate hook retaining springs. Not sure how they are supposed to be orientated. Can someone explain or show a photo of how these are intended to be installed?
Thanks
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-17-2023, 11:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 546
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: Backfiring

Backfiring can also be associated with an intermittent loss of voltage in the ignition system somewhere. May want to check wire connections and a possible wire rub through to the body. A while back...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-30-2023, 08:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,724
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: Paint the hubcaps?

Tape-N-Spray
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-12-2023, 09:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 688
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: Door window fuzzies on 1940 ford pickup

You will need to install the clips to the fuzzies. I loosely clamp them to the strip, verify their positioning to the holes in the doors, remove the strip and squeeze the clip onto the fuzzie with...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-04-2023, 10:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,393
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: 46 Ford Truck Front Fenders

It's 26-1/2" using a tape hooked to the top inner edge and following the fender top contour to the top edge (at the center) of the wheel opening. Not sure on the big truck measurement, but it will...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-03-2023, 09:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,393
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: 46 Ford Truck Front Fenders

Pickup front fenders are 26-1/2" from the top inner edge of the fender to the top of the wheel opening.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-20-2023, 11:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 772
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: 46 Ford Pickup

'42-up are open drive.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-03-2023, 12:53 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,280
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: Defroster Vents for 1941 pickup. Source?

A tip. Use a couple pieces of welding wire through the duct screw mounting holes as guides. Slide the duct up the wires and secure it at the top of the dash with some tape to keep it in place. ...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-31-2023, 12:03 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,280
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: Defroster Vents for 1941 pickup. Source?

Excellent photos of the various pieces used! I find it very interesting and helpful, as information on these is rather difficult to find. Thanks mecuryclyclone for posting these and other related...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-31-2023, 10:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 938
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: 1940 Ford pickup wheel cylinder pistons.

A couple years back I tried to locate replacement wheel cylinder pistons. I wasn't able to find any and was told more than once they aren't available separately.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-30-2023, 07:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,280
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: Defroster Vents for 1941 pickup. Source?

I recently went through this and learned the differences the hard way. Was sold a set of the straight style vents and was told they were correct for my '46 pickup...they aren't. Using the straight...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-25-2023, 09:35 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,421
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: Trying to protect tools from condensation rust. Tinkering Video.

I had a condensation problem in the winter when warming up the shop first thing in the morning. I was convinced I needed a dehumidifier and started looking for one local on C. list. In the mean...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-22-2023, 08:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,272
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: Bumper Over Riders on '42-'47 Pickups

Thanks for the reply mercman, appreciate the info!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-21-2023, 01:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,272
Posted By Doublepumper
Bumper Over Riders on '42-'47 Pickups

Interested in knowing if these were available as an option from Ford during this time period. If so, what specifically was used. Thanks
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-18-2023, 10:34 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,288
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: 1937 Flathead Won't Run Well

Spark plugs wired correctly? I've seen similar issues caused by this. Just a thought. Good luck!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-18-2023, 10:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 842
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: 1940 Door Windows

I just installed channels and glass into my '46. My truck has the metal surround around the glass and fits perfectly into those box channels. I would assume the channels will need filling for glass...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-06-2022, 09:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,059
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: 1940-41 Ford pickup wooden cab mounts.

https://www.horkeyswoodandparts.com/page29.php#fordcabblocks
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-10-2022, 02:40 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,043
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: Wa State, Nice & Legal

I have a YOM Washington plate on my '46 pickup. It's my understanding, Washington only issued a single plate for trucks in '46 and cars got a window sticker.
Oregon only issued a single plate for...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-18-2022, 10:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,516
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: Hard brake pedal

It's possible there is insufficient clearance between the master cylinder piston and the actuating rod. As the fluid heats up the lack of clearance there could cause the brakes to drag. I like to...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-12-2021, 03:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 560
Posted By Doublepumper
Re: 1951 F1 cab mount bolts

The bolts are located inside the cab at the corners of the floor and toe boards. I had a similar situation and used a nut splitter to get the nut off, then hammered on the bolt end to locate the...
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