Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-18-2022, 05:38 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,353
Re: Possible solenoid problem
Gents
Closure on this issue----- It was a bad cable from solenoid to starter motor. Turns out this has been my problem all along. I had trouble starting when engine was hot in the beginning. ...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-12-2022, 11:40 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,353
Re: Possible solenoid problem
Yes, I thought about that. I want to eliminate the cable as a source and then if I still have a problem, I know it is the starter motor. Thanks for all the help
Dale
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-12-2022, 08:14 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,353
Re: Possible solenoid problem
Feedback I decided to take off the cable from solenoid to starter and recheck the terminals. Wire brushed both ends and the terminals. Put it back on and car started. Porblem solved right? ...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-09-2022, 06:58 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,353
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-08-2022, 03:00 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,353
Re: Possible solenoid problem
Greetings to All of you fine folks
I have checked out all possible causes, except the Starter motor. I have had trouble starting the car after engine is up to temp for quite some time, and have...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-08-2022, 12:57 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,353
Re: Possible solenoid problem
Battery test was done at O Reilly and feedback was "Meets OEM Spec.
Another piece of info--When I was trying to start it yesterday, it was turning over fine and suddenly just stopped like it was...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-08-2022, 09:14 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,353
Possible solenoid problem
Greetings
Back again with another issue. My 40 ford won't turn over, behaves like a Dead Battery, but had battery tested and found good. When I push starter button I hear a click at the solenoid...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-05-2022, 11:47 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,157
8 Volt Battery
What are the expert opinions on innstalling an 8 volt batter to give additional power to a starter motor that looses power when it gets hot
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-13-2022, 02:55 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,015
Re: 1940 Ford Gas Cap
Lawson
Not very good on the computer, feel free to email me and we can correspond there, and or teach me how to PM
Thks
Dale
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-11-2022, 09:04 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,015
1940 Ford Gas Cap
Greetings
Appreciate any advice on vented gas cap for my 40 . I was told I needed a vented cap, which I don't currently have. What do the experts sauy
Dale
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-03-2021, 04:11 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,356
Re: Correct Carb for my 1940 Ford
Kube
Thks, what is the issue with gold coloring. Not sure what to look or ask for. I am advised as to the correct Model/part no. Do I also need to check for "Gold"coloring on the carb. Thks...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-03-2021, 10:47 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,356
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-01-2021, 03:43 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,356
Re: Correct Carb for my 1940 Ford
Thanks Kube, The carb does have a 94 on the back, but no place to attach the throttle arm on left side of carb A pic of the correct hook up would be great
Thks
Dale
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-01-2021, 03:13 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,356
Correct Carb for my 1940 Ford
Greetings
I am trying to put my 1940 back to Original as possible. Getting close, but a few things left. The carb on the car now is a Ford Model 8BA which is missing the manual Throttle link on...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-25-2021, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 711
Distributor oiling
How much and often do I put oil in my 1940 Ford distributor. Small opening on right side of distributor with a little door.
Thanks
Dale
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-09-2021, 07:49 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 912
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-09-2021, 07:30 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 912
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Forum: Questions & Suggestions
11-09-2021, 07:13 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 924
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-04-2019, 07:10 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,067
Dual Exhaust on 34 coupe
Another newbe here thinking about putting dual exhaust on my stock 34 5 window Appreciate any suggestions on whether it is worth the cost and does it add any more power
Classiclover
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-19-2019, 04:25 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,190
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-19-2019, 01:45 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,190
1934 Ford Battery compartment floor cover
New Owner
Just found 1934 5 window in all original condition. Runs and drives great, but needs floor cover for battery compartment. Appreciate any advice/help
Classic Lover
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