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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-05-2024, 08:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 230
Posted By Prairie Viking
1950 sedan ignition switch

Hello, I'm having trouble re-installing the ignition switch. The manual said to pry off the bezel and turn the switch body 1/8th turn and pull it out from behind. But now, when I go to re-install...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-11-2020, 12:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 939
Posted By Prairie Viking
1950 sedan dash wiring

I want to replace the wiring in my 1950 sedan. I'll be keeping it stock with the 6 volt positive ground. For those who have done this, is it best to remove the dash to remove and install that part...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-07-2019, 02:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,296
Posted By Prairie Viking
Re: Newer Overdrive in a ‘50 Ford?

Ok, thanks for the information. The '59 transmission is still in the car, so I'm not sure which one it is. But, I think I will try to locate the correct 49-50 unit to reduce fitment headaches. I...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-07-2019, 12:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,296
Posted By Prairie Viking
Newer Overdrive in a ‘50 Ford?

I’ve got a ‘50 sedan with V8 and 3-speed manual column shift. A friend has graciously offed a manual OD transmission from a ‘59 Custom 300 with a straight six. This is my first Ford, so I am not...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-05-2019, 10:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,587
Posted By Prairie Viking
Re: Parasitic draw from Generator?

OK, so I pulled the cover off the regulator, and sure enough, the cut out points were closed. They weren't welded together and I was able to separate them. I started the car, and ran it a while. ...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-05-2019, 12:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,587
Posted By Prairie Viking
Parasitic draw from Generator?

Hi all!
I've got a 1950 sedan with V8. The battery won't hold a charge overnight. When I disconnect the battery, I get a spark, indicating a draw somewhere. when I disconnected the Armature lead...
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