Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-05-2021, 10:52 AM
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Re: USPS damage in shipping
I have have had so many issues in the past with the USPS. Never the less, I recently decided to use Priority Express with a guarantee of 1-2 days shipping to an address 340 miles away thinking that...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-10-2021, 12:35 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 481
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-10-2021, 12:33 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 481
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-07-2021, 12:27 PM
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Replies: 42
Views: 3,128
Re: Charlie stolded.....my version
The following is an email that I sent to Charlie after he restored my previously "restored 94" which had been done by another very large early Ford parts supplier but never functioned properly.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-07-2021, 07:42 AM
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Replies: 49
Views: 2,320
Re: Rebuilt starter
Just wondering: The Rock Auto starter lists the battery voltage as 12.6 volts.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-26-2021, 11:50 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,169
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-24-2021, 01:04 PM
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Replies: 81
Views: 4,046
Re: Trouble shoot 1950 8Ba initial start up Help
Another thing to consider, in addition to those ideas already mentioned, is the primary resistance in the coil. This is assuming that you have retained the original 6 volt system. The coils sold by...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-08-2021, 03:36 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 500
Re: 1951 Ford Victoria Headliner
I should have said that the correct way includes removing the rear window. I suppose the cloth headliner could be glued but it would be difficult to get the necessary stretch for a nice fit.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-08-2021, 12:40 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 500
Re: 1951 Ford Victoria Headliner
I was referring only to the 1951 Ford Victoria in the above post. The headliner, in this instance, does in fact need to be installed with the glass removed. On other models, that may not be necessary.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-04-2021, 11:32 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 500
Re: 1951 Ford Victoria Headliner
One other thing to keep in mind is that to replace the headliner you need to remove and replace the three piece rear window. Been there, done that. It is a bit of a challenge.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-04-2021, 11:13 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 500
Re: 1951 Ford Victoria Headliner
This is the headliner in my '51 Victoria. It is very close to the one in the Victoria that I had as a teenager. Both cars were two tone green. Unfortunately, it was purchased from the now bankrupt...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-30-2021, 06:19 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,050
Re: Chrome Shop Recommendations
I used Jon Wright Custom Chrome Plating ,Grafton Ohio for a 1954 Corvette. Show car quality but $$$$. I have used Bumper Boyz in California for nice, but somewhat lower quality and far fewer $.
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Forum: Early V8
01-21-2021, 05:34 PM
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Replies: 2
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-18-2021, 12:44 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 576
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-18-2021, 12:42 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 576
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Forum: Early V8
01-16-2021, 11:50 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 159
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Forum: Early V8
01-16-2021, 08:30 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 159
1951 Ford convertible interior stainless trim
1951 ford Convertible Door Panel Stainless Trim. Condition is "NOS/Used". This listing is for 2 interior stainless left front door and rear interior panel trim pieces. The pictured door panel is for...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-12-2021, 06:04 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 866
Re: 8ba v8 ignition coil questions
Fortunately, the Holly 94 has been restored by Charlie ny. I have a new vacuum line coming from Third Generation. I forgot to mention the color change on the Bosch coils. BTW , I have No financial (I...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-12-2021, 01:03 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 866
Re: 8ba v8 ignition coil questions
As a follow-up on this thread, I had actually begun to experience some missing when cruising at 30-40 mph . This was after the Echiln ic7 coil was in place and new points and condenser had been...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-12-2021, 07:22 AM
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Replies: 39
Views: 2,635
Re: shipping frustration
Tracking number : xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Tracking number created
December 16, 05:16PM
xxxxxx, OH
Package received by USPS
In transit
December 21, 12:00AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-04-2021, 03:28 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,117
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-04-2021, 01:11 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,117
Re: Black single stage paint.
I used Centari Pitch Black with a hardener with excellent results. I intentionally did not clear coat or color sand and buff to approximate the original finish. I believe that it is still available...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-31-2020, 03:00 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 866
Re: 8ba v8 ignition coil questions
In my case I am running the original 6 volt positive ground and Load-o-Matic distributor. I also did see the NAPA fitment information, but since I was "burned" in the past (x2) by early Ford...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-31-2020, 10:01 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 866
Re: 8ba v8 ignition coil questions
Charlie ny,
Thanks. When I asked the young guy at the counter he he looked at me like I was asking for a blunderbuss. I did find it on NAPA online although their compatibility section says it would...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-31-2020, 07:30 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 866
Re: 8ba v8 ignition coil questions
JSeery, I suspect that you are right that the coil is more likely a for a 12 volt application. Unfortunately it was advertised as a 6 volt unit. I purchased this part and a second from two separate...
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