Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-08-2021, 07:29 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,323
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-08-2021, 07:28 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,323
Re: iddle problem
There's an adjustable anti-stall dash pot on the left side of the carb that slows the closing of the throttle linkage.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
04-20-2021, 08:29 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,534
Re: 1957 Thunderbird Heater Valve
I've gone thru 3 of these #@&% things!
The first was original, the second was a NOS which, as already mentioned, had 50 year old rubber seals in it and leaked within a couple years.
So I got...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
04-16-2021, 07:12 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,244
Re: 6-12 volt
You could fab a cable using wire from a mig welder. These cables are also much more flexible, due to the multiple internal strands.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-26-2020, 07:55 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 10,904
Re: Y block fuel pump
Faulty Airtek pumps seems to be a widespread problem, dare I say a pandemic (airtek19)??
Apparently Airtek has acquired Carter and may be having a transition issue.
Many posters in my 'other'...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
07-21-2020, 08:05 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,976
Re: pressure brake light switch
TBird suppliers (like Casco or Hills) offer a kit that replaces the pressure switch with a mechanical one. It operates off the brake pedal arm.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
05-04-2020, 07:02 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,420
Re: Test Drive for 56 T-Bird??????
As for rattle trap, I've found the continental kit a little rattly. I put adhesive backed foam in certain areas and it's helped. I also wrapped the jack/tools in terry cloth rags. Basically wherever...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
04-26-2020, 07:34 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,174
Re: Those junky Vacuum Wipers on my T Bird
You could use RainX or similar product ... if it's still available. I believe it even made the blades slide easier. I used to use it, but now that I'm retired, I can choose clear days to drive.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
12-27-2019, 08:31 AM
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Replies: 39
Views: 5,227
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-14-2019, 07:55 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,330
Re: Ford Dealer 35 MM film strips
I agree breaking up the collection would be terrible, but if you don't know it's true value / what to ask, auctioning it off would be the easiest.
If it were mine, I'd donate it to a local car...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-28-2019, 07:02 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,142
Re: '57 T Bird air cleaner question
I would use one of the original staples to get gauge and length measurements. Failing that, use a drill bit to determine what size fits the existing holes.
Your local hardware store or TSC will have...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-27-2019, 07:49 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,142
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-12-2019, 10:53 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,220
Re: Source for voltage regulator for '57 T Bird
This seems to be pointing to another problem that's destroying the VR. I wish I was more experienced in charging systems to help.
Perhaps a known good used VR. I've never had to replace the one in...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
08-07-2019, 10:26 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,350
Re: 1956 Thunderbird
Definitely a latch issue. When I push my coni back into position, there's a definite loud clunk!! It latches hard and has never unlatched during a drive.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
06-28-2019, 07:38 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 4,273
Re: Headlight Aiming
>> I think it is because they are driving upside down down there!!! <<
HA! that's what he says about us.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
06-26-2019, 07:44 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 4,273
Headlight Aiming
Here's an interesting thread I heard on 'another' forum that I'm submitting here for your comments / debate.
An experienced classic car importer in Australia says, as a matter of course, he replaces...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
06-15-2019, 07:09 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,254
Re: stainless sleeves in wheel cylinders
I was considering sleeving my cylinders ... I thought that would be THE answer ... now I'm glad I held off.
I've gotten into the ritual of bleeding both cars every spring, just to slow down the...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-30-2019, 08:00 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,569
Re: Engine rough
Have you considered a defective new plug or wire?
After idling for a while to get the engine up to operating temp, compare the colour of the plugs. It tells you alot of what's happening in the...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
03-02-2019, 09:49 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,221
Re: radiator replacement
I do what Rusty did, have the old ones recored ... no fitment problems then, but I also try to keep things OEM.
I have a dependable shop up here who did the rads on both cars and the Caddys...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
01-16-2019, 09:51 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 5,113
Re: 55 Bird master cylinder
Someone once told me that the original brake light switch (on my 56 Bird and probably on your 55) doesn't like DOT5. The switch is pressure actuated from the brake fluid and may corrode due to it.
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
11-02-2018, 09:05 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 5,000
Re: Wire wheel covers
(... I think they were around $225 for each one...)
GEEZ Louise!! sounds like the prices for my '59 Caddy parts!!
(... here are pictures of wall hangers picture...)
see, they even look good on...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-21-2018, 07:01 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 5,000
Re: Wire wheel covers
Yep, they're a PITA.
To check/fill the tires with air, you have to take off the skirts, spring the rings out (like in dmsfrr's pic), then put your gauge thru the wire basket to get to the valve...
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-15-2018, 08:40 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 7,646
Re: Picked up a T-Bird
We thought it was funny too!
I think we invited the cousin of the one riding shotgun for Thanksgiving supper .....
and he was delicious!!
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-09-2018, 07:30 AM
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Replies: 44
Views: 7,668
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-09-2018, 07:11 AM
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Replies: 49
Views: 93,778
Re: Pic of my smashed 56 Fairlane Club Sedan
Sounds like your insurance company is going to come thru. That's great, you don't need any more angst than you already experienced. Good luck!!
Further to the picture post, there is a size limit....
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