Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-23-2024, 09:19 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 746
Re: 160 or 180 degree thermostats?
When I got my ‘46 Coupe, 59AB engine, it had mismatched stats, a 160 and a 180. I installed 160’s, and the the engine ran 160. Switched to 180’s, and it runs 180, even in hot weather and slow...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-15-2024, 08:13 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 516
Re: 1949 Ford F1 oil cap
Is the cap held on place like the filler/vent cap on my 59AB, where it needs to be turned an 1/8 turn counterclockwise to disengage it from the groove in the filler/vent pipe?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-07-2024, 10:11 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 709
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-07-2024, 10:07 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,812
Re: LED bulbs
It's good to know who the vendors are, but part numbers would be helpful as well. I find it is better to have information from someone who has used/fitted the specific part, than looking in a...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-29-2024, 06:59 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,016
Re: Fuel Pump 'Plan B'
I installed an electric pump for backup on my '46 Coupe, and as other do, I just use it for priming. Make sure the pump you get is "flow thru", and kep in mid the polarity when connecting, if you...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-22-2024, 10:32 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,749
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-15-2024, 04:33 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,096
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-15-2024, 10:30 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 553
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-14-2024, 01:52 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 860
Re: Rear axle leaking
Google, ford banjo axle rebuild, and you will find a number of videos that I think will be helpful.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-14-2024, 01:44 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 327
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-14-2024, 11:57 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 553
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-14-2024, 06:41 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 941
Re: Replacing the wires on a 6 volt 41'
Ken T. Being as this is a fire truck/engine, the wiring will be different than that for cars and regular trucks. Some things I noted on the electrical schematic you posted, is that it shows Neg....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-12-2024, 02:17 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 675
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-09-2024, 01:04 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,640
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-27-2023, 11:15 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 489
Re: 37 muffler
Walker is a good resource for exhaust parts. I found the Walker P/N for the muffler that fit my '46 Coupe, and got one from the NAPA dealer. Something that I learned for my auto shop teacher many...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-23-2023, 04:10 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,191
Re: Best source for sparkplug wires
I got the plug wires (brown) for my '46 Coupe from Carpenter, and installed in "rabbit ear" distributor. Been on the car for 5 years now with no issues.
I'd like to see a video of a worker at the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-23-2023, 11:06 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,627
Re: adding electric fuel pump
I installed an electric pump on my '46 Super Deluxe a number of years ago, and only use it for "priming", if the car has sat for for several weeks. I sent my pump and carb to Charlie NY for...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-24-2023, 08:41 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 865
Re: leaf spring color
Somewhere, I read, heard, or was told, that springs should not be sandblasted. Is that just an old significant other’s tale, or is there some merit to that claim?l
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-13-2023, 02:34 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 483
Re: 48 brakes
I think you posted this question on the Early ford V8 site. My answer with pictures is posted there.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-13-2023, 02:29 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 686
Re: Worn crankshaft pulley
I have used SKF speedi-sleeves in everything from small engines to big industrial equipment, and have always had success. The important thing is, to follow the instructions.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-08-2023, 07:28 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 882
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-08-2023, 04:10 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 466
Re: How to lean mixture on '47 V8
I had an over rich problem with the carb on my '46, 59ab, that I couldn't sort out. After a lot of troubleshooting with no success, I sent the carb and my pump to Charlie in NY. He found that all...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-04-2023, 04:10 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 2,853
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-04-2023, 01:49 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 2,562
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-31-2023, 10:01 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 941
Re: 48 Mercury hand brake
Drum diameter and a matching radius of the brake shoe is critical to good braking. I installed Boling Brothers kits with new shoes on my '46 Coupe, with drums that were stock diameter. The braking...
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