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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-11-2021, 07:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,013
Posted By laryh
Re: using the stock mechanical fuel pump with electric

I installed an AIRTEX E8016S fuel pump in-line with the Offy original type stock fuel pump. It is 12 VT and flow through type. It is switched and very rarely used on my 281 cube dual carb engine. ...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-03-2015, 07:10 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,825
Posted By laryh
Re: vehicle registration original plates

In Pa. you have to apply for that special plate. There is a charge. In my case I had to register my 48 Merc as an antique and pay the antique fees and get the antique plate. If I want to use a 48...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-21-2014, 08:06 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 16,381
Posted By laryh
Re: Back order Bob Drake strikes again!

I used the free shipping offer twice this month. One of those was the 20% cyber Monday sale. I did well. I got everything I ordered with free shipping and a good price. Also got the Drake...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-14-2014, 08:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,616
Posted By laryh
Re: 5"-Wide 16" Mercury Wheels

I have no info on the wheels but have to comment on just how much that car looked like mine the day I brought it home. My wife saw the picture and thought it was a picture of my 48.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-06-2014, 08:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,759
Posted By laryh
Re: spark plug heat range

I cannot answer your question but our engines are similar. I have Edelbrock heads, dual 97s, 4 inch crank and bored .145, H & H 355 lift 274 duration cam and Fentons. The heads came with a card...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-18-2014, 04:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,184
Posted By laryh
Re: Hershey Car Show

Saturday is show day and it is held on the golf course. All the show cars drive onto to golf course. I am assuming this is what you refer to as a parade. Grab a coffee, get there "early" and find...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-23-2014, 06:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,106
Posted By laryh
Re: 1946 merc hood hinges

Thanks for the pictures. Nice job.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-20-2014, 06:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,106
Posted By laryh
Re: 1946 merc hood hinges

My Vintique hinges and springs will not hold the hood up in the open position on my 48 Merc. Maybe they are made for Fords? Maybe the Merc's longer hood is just to heavy? I don't know but they...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-17-2014, 07:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,064
Posted By laryh
Re: Mounting radiator

This should help you out.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-19-2014, 02:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,403
Posted By laryh
Re: '48 Super Deluxe Convertible trunk problem

I'm glad it worked.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-18-2014, 07:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,403
Posted By laryh
Re: '48 Super Deluxe Convertible trunk problem

I had the same problem on my 48 Merc Coupe. I shimmed the striker plate raising it up about 1/8 inch. The trunk latch works fine.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-04-2014, 09:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,219
Posted By laryh
Re: 48 coupe floor patch questions

I made the inner rockers, lower rear quarter panel, the rocker panels. I made the panel where the running board mounts using the running board as a template. I welded nuts in that panel to mount the...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-02-2014, 04:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,219
Posted By laryh
Re: 48 coupe floor patch questions

Here are a few more pictures. As I said the rust was pretty severe. Sometimes I wonder what was I thinking when I bought that car but there was just something about redoing a car that was...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-29-2013, 09:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,219
Posted By laryh
Re: 48 coupe floor patch questions

My floors and rockers were in poor condition. I wanted to retain all the original contours etc. I cut out all the rusted areas with a 4 1/2 inch grinder with cutting discs. 18 gauge was used over...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-21-2013, 08:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,309
Posted By laryh
Re: Fender Skirts

The skirts on my 48 Merc are away from the body like yours and as John said it is due to the gasket. That is a good thing because the paint on the fenders does not get scratched etc.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-20-2013, 07:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,810
Posted By laryh
Re: EZ BOY Interior

I am very pleased with the EZ BOY quality and service. They are owned by LeBaron Bonney who have always supplied excellent factory original kits. You do have a choice of materials, colors and styles...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-19-2013, 03:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,810
Posted By laryh
Re: EZ BOY Interior

The duct tape covers the areas that were in a fire years ago. It seems the car was being driven by a lady who caught the seat on fire. Some friends (?) of hers gave the car a name, Miss Fire1 and...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-19-2013, 12:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,810
Posted By laryh
EZ BOY Interior

Here are some pictures of the completed interior on my 48 Merc. It is EZ BOY upholstery custom sewn for the seats and the EZ Boy panels are the same style but were not cut to size. I had the...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-17-2013, 03:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,700
Posted By laryh
Re: It's About Time!

I still have the original 3 speed trans and the 48 Merc rear. I have not checked what the rear ratio is. I have a T5 trans that I considered using but will probably go with a Mitchell overdrive if...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-16-2013, 06:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,700
Posted By laryh
Re: It's About Time!

I will post engine pictures when I get my interior pictures developed.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-15-2013, 05:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,700
Posted By laryh
It's About Time!

After all these years my 48 Merc is complete. The engine was made into a full house 276 cube in the early 50s and I have restored the car back to that era. The tires will be wide whites but I will...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-15-2013, 05:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,123
Posted By laryh
Re: Any Friday night Cruises near Monroeville, PA?

Bob is correct but try www.carcruises.com. You don't need the zip just click on state then month. Our area has a lot of cruises.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-16-2013, 07:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,778
Posted By laryh
Re: wtb 1947 ford 2dr coupe headliner retainer strips

Mine were in poor condition but I was able to repair them. I cut the rusted section out. I cut 18 gauge metal to the correct length and width then cut teeth into the metal using a 4 1/2 in grinder...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-09-2013, 06:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,943
Posted By laryh
Re: Florida

If you enjoy GM muscle cars try Muscle Car City. It is not far from where you will be visiting. It was in an earlier post but I want to encourage you to visit the Edison and Ford winter homes. The...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-23-2012, 05:21 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,250
Posted By laryh
Re: Offy 4BBL intake

Walt this months Hot Rod magazine has a great article comparing flathead after market performance manifolds. It covers the Offy. They ran a Street Holley with a spacer on the Offy.
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