Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-18-2021, 06:44 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 920
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-18-2021, 02:58 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 920
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-18-2021, 02:43 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 920
Truck Engine I brought home
I am attempting to start the truck engine; this is what I found to date. Starter was not turning over, found a bolt and washer in the housing. Cleaned the starter terminal and ground. Installed the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-14-2021, 02:47 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 612
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-14-2021, 02:14 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 612
1937 Ford Milage Log
Does anyone know if this milage log was a dealer or an aftermarket item? Backside is in woodgrain color. The backside has a slot that may hold business cards.
Bob
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-05-2021, 02:58 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,145
Re: Engine Date for Tubman
It really is not important what year the engine was manufactured; I like the treasure hunt to find out as much as possible about what I have.
The post that mentions about different parts on the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-05-2021, 05:51 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,145
Re: Engine Date for Tubman
I am not able to get a clear photo of the date code,
Engine has stamped S 4 no second letter visible, and the number 1 inside a line box.
S=OCT 4th
What does the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-04-2021, 06:11 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,145
Engine Date for Tubman
I was able to get part of the date code on the truck engine I brought home.
S 4 and the no other letter, after that a box with a 1 inside. I assume Oct. 10th would be correct, not knowing the year....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-02-2021, 09:38 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 3,948
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-02-2021, 04:46 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 3,948
Re: At my age why do I bring these things home?
I want to thank everyone for the very thoughtful replies. When I saw that complete engine sitting in the corner, I made an offer to purchase the engine, knowing I was not letting it go to salvage....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-01-2021, 09:01 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 3,948
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Forum: Early V8
01-01-2021, 07:44 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 540
Spare Tire Lock
Spare tire lock, I think it is a 1935, no key $50 Plus shipping.
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Forum: Early V8
12-10-2020, 05:58 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 305
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Forum: Early V8
12-09-2020, 12:45 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 575
Hubcaps
Make offer plus shipping.
Bob
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Forum: Early V8
12-07-2020, 07:13 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 410
1937 ford parts
New never used Bob Drake door seals. Hinge and lower door seal.
$30 dollars plus shipping.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-04-2020, 06:20 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,505
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-27-2020, 01:51 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,715
Re: Offenhauser 400 Heads Value
I understand about the tread chaser, I have overhauled aluminum marine engines. Aluminum treads can be a challenge. I have never worked on these type of heads and am very concerned about the alloy.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-27-2020, 12:57 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,715
Re: Offenhauser 400 Heads Value
Thanks Tubman, I was hoping you would respond. I will now make sure to chase all threaded holes and verify they pass. Also will measure chambers and level with a straight edge as advised.
Thanks ...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-27-2020, 10:01 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,715
Re: Offenhauser 400 Heads Value
I have been cleaning these and found some troubling areas in the valve chambers and transfer pockets.
They have some pitting and a few hard hit spots. I am unsure if I need to continue to clean...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-22-2020, 06:33 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,715
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-21-2020, 07:14 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,715
Re: Offenhauser 400 Heads Value
I appreciate everybody's replies, just brought the heads home. Will follow Tubman's advice and be sure of their condition before setting a price.
Bob
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-21-2020, 01:01 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,715
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Forum: Early V8
01-03-2020, 08:47 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 864
1935 Spare Tire Bracket
The key does not open the lock. Not sure if key is wrong or a tumbler is not aligned. $75.00 plus shipping
Bob
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-30-2019, 05:37 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,399
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-29-2019, 09:07 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,399
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