Forum: Early V8
04-28-2020, 11:07 PM
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1940 frame section
looking for 1940 frame section for a repair. Driver's side from under the middle of front seat back to rear axle bumper .
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-28-2015, 10:56 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 8,493
Re: strange noise in my flathead V-8
My '40 started doing that. After disassembly I found the bearing thrust surface on the crankshaft was worn and the crank was moving back and forth. Haven't reassembled yet, but it seems to have been...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-28-2015, 10:53 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,733
Re: seafoam in flatheads ?
I'm sure it can't hurt. And use this website to find Ethanol free gas in your area:
http://pure-gas.org
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-28-2015, 10:46 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,553
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-24-2015, 10:06 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,294
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-24-2015, 12:26 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,523
Re: 1935-1936 Columbia dash controls installation
38 Coupe is right about Columbia Two Speed Parts
http://www.columbiatwospeedparts.com/Pages/columbiatwospeedparts.aspx
John Connelly owns the business and manufactures and sells many of the parts...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-24-2015, 12:19 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 768
Flathead bearing numbers...
Can anyone here help with this info? I'm trying to match (cross-reference) some rod bearings for my engine. The reference numbers I've found state that the bearings are to replace Ford bearing part #...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-24-2015, 12:10 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,294
Re: rod bearings
I have a Federal Mogul bearing cross-reference book and the 9725 SB 10 crosses to
a "Packard 6" with the following Packard part numbers referenced: 335827, 358231, 341701, 362500 and 387600. The 10...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-07-2013, 09:56 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,465
Re: Starter voltage choice...?
Here's an interesting way on FlatheadV8.org to convert your 6 volt to a 12v for more efficient operation (according to the author)
http://www.flatheadv8.org/12vStarter.htm
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-29-2013, 09:15 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,761
Re: No fire at the plugs
Thanks, John!
Royal, let us know what you have to do to solve the problem/s. Often it's a list of things. I'll be curious to know.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-28-2013, 11:33 PM
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Replies: 65
Views: 28,977
Re: Overheating Flathead
My '40 was overheating (on the gauge) and getting the point gap right and advancing the timing made a significant difference!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-28-2013, 11:29 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,151
Re: Hi from NC
Welcome! I'm relatively new here too, right in the middle of South Charlotte! Happy to share tips, tools and parts!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-26-2013, 10:47 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,761
Re: No fire at the plugs
The more research I do, the more I realize how challenging the ignition is on these early V-8s. Knowing little, I'm responding assuming you have the "diving helmet" distributor versus the "crab"...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-19-2013, 05:30 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,173
Re: 1940 Sedan Circuit Breaker
If your wiring isn't well dressed, the harness can get in the way of the clutch and/or brake pedal, causing your lights to flicker.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-17-2013, 09:58 PM
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Replies: 3
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Re: 1940 headlight door screws etc
Roy is THE MAN when it comes to correct nuts, bolts and screws. Very friendly and reasonable. He sold me the correct headlight door screws recently. Here's his link:...
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Forum: Early V8
06-17-2013, 09:40 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,295
Re: 1940 ford running boards
When do you think you can post pics of the running boards? Any evidence of prior damage, especially on the passenger side?
Thanks.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-16-2013, 05:12 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 6,316
Re: Echlin IC 55 Coil
Some excellent information here. Thank you. I'm currently running a N.N.S. (new new stock :) aftermarket 6v on the wheel well (for temperature problems) on my '40 V8. I thought this one might look...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-15-2013, 03:59 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 6,316
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-15-2013, 02:26 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 6,316
Echlin IC 55 Coil
Can anyone give me any information on an aftermarket Echlin IC 55 Bakelite coil? The exterior is in excellent condition and the bulb seems intact. It may be N.O.S.
Thanks.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
03-15-2013, 02:10 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 7,192
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-05-2012, 10:58 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 4,111
Re: HELP..Quarter window regulater & glass install
The write-up took longer than the first side install! Second side, I wasn't so lucky! Close quarters, etc. I discovered that if you lubricate the "rollers" too much (really studs, not rollers) they...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-04-2012, 11:40 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 4,304
Re: Carpenter Ignition Coils
I've heard from several old timers that the distributer mounted coils break down quickly from the heat and recover after cooling down. Alot of them (me included) use the coil adapter kit with the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-04-2012, 09:18 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 4,111
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