Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-14-2021, 08:16 AM
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Re: Electric Fan swap? Advice?
I can’t help with the electric fan because I’ve never used one. You’ll still need a pulley to run the water pump belt/belts somehow...... Mark
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-04-2021, 04:10 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-23-2021, 08:38 AM
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Re: PTO knowledge
Sorry I can’t help with you question. I installed a Chelsea PTO on a ‘76 one ton with a 4-speed. The port looks similar to yours on the transfer case. I remember using multiple gasket to get the pto...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-22-2021, 01:55 AM
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Re: magnetic parts trays
I use them a lot in my old vehicles. To much plastic on a new car under the hood for them to stick anywhere....... Mark
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-21-2021, 07:50 AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-20-2021, 05:11 AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-20-2021, 05:06 AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-20-2021, 04:00 AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-18-2021, 04:34 PM
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Re: 3.54 vs 3.25
JM35Sedan posts about his car with 3.54’s. He does a lot of long trips. I don’t know what he runs for tires. Maybe try a PM. Real good guy and if he has info to help, I’m sure he’ll share it..........
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-17-2021, 04:40 PM
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Re: Center main blowout
I think the hollowed out bolt for a pilot is an excellent idea. I’m gonna remember that. Yes, let us know how you progress...... Mark
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-16-2021, 11:05 AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-16-2021, 11:04 AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-16-2021, 12:55 AM
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Re: Matranga Merc
Some type of cable or lever under the running board maybe??.....or they just left the window open or vent unlocked........Mark
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-16-2021, 12:40 AM
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Re: Vintage Ford V8 Signs
Denny, was it “OK” Used Cars that your thinking of?........I would love to have a sign for my shop but, between TV and eBay, they’ve got me priced right out of the market......Mark
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-13-2021, 01:56 PM
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Re: 1952 8Ba flathead wot stay running
If it sat for a long time your problem could be before the pump. Fuel line clogged, crap in the tank, air leaks in the line. As soon as it stalls, check if the fuel squirts in the carb then..... and...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-12-2021, 09:27 AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-12-2021, 04:44 AM
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Re: Engine install
I’d definitely loosen the trans mounts to give some wiggle room.......it’s good your feeling better.......Mark
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-10-2021, 03:03 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-09-2021, 06:39 PM
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Re: Driving season is coming soon (I hope)
Went for a ride in the daily driver to have lunch at the beach. My half mile dirt road is to muddy to get the ‘50 out yet. Saw this gassing up in Lower Village Kennebunk. Talked to the owner and he...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-08-2021, 11:44 AM
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Replies: 20
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Re: Autolite 216 plugs
FWIW, I had the electrode pull out of three Auto 216’s and have gone back to Champion H10’s. I am going to try the NGK’s next time I get plugs......Mark
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-07-2021, 06:07 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-07-2021, 07:28 AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-06-2021, 01:31 PM
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Replies: 14
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Re: 59A low compression #4 cyl
https://www.mobil.com/en/lubricants/for-personal-vehicles/auto-care/vehicle-maintenance/how-to-do-a-leakdown-test I found this in my stash of info...... Mark
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-06-2021, 01:27 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 527
Re: 59A low compression #4 cyl
Google might be quicker. Spray some penetrant around that piston for a few days and maybe it’ll free the ring....... Mark
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