Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-17-2021, 05:21 PM
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Re: 59 L 276 Stroker Problem during start up
Unless your crank is beyond servicing , I would find a Ford crank and proceed before going to an offshore crank, also make sure the rods are within spec. have the rods checked , if the crank is...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-20-2021, 10:22 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,091
Re: MiG help
If you are using a gas conversion you must make sure the polarity is correct, when I switch from GMAW TO FCAW . The polarity for FCAW welding should be set for D.C. negative electrode, A.K.A DECEN...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-15-2021, 03:07 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 898
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-13-2020, 05:17 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 518
Re: 47 Ford Pickup Windshield Replacement
I always use a windshield sealant, the stuff I use is from 3- m, I didn't use it once and regretted it, the water seeped around the bottom onto the dash and started to rust a bit before I realized...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-11-2020, 05:07 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 1,488
Re: Oversize OD main bearings for 37 21 stud block
I am going through my stash of bearings and it would be nice to know the aftermarket bearing numbers , some of these don't have the ford numbers penciled on the boxes.so it would be helpful Clawson...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-11-2020, 07:24 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 357
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-04-2020, 10:17 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,158
Re: 255 merc engine
Is there any appreciable difference in power from boring .060-.080 versus.125 or more ?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-01-2020, 12:52 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 576
Re: Electrical Fire Hazard.
You certainly got lucky ,glad it didn't short out while you and your family were sleeping, I turn the power off to all machine circuits while they are not in use, (an old habit ) I have the lights...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-25-2020, 04:59 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,275
Re: Sacrificial Anode
I have used the "Rad Cap" brand in my Jack Roush Mustangs and have seen them dissolve over a period of two years along with keeping my coolant change every other year, I always wonder if the water...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-25-2020, 04:47 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 288
Re: Cooling system Fan on my 47 Deluxe
Do you have an electric variable speed fan that was offered in the 40's? if so it is supposed to work with a temp sensor that varies current with the temperature of the system, I have two new old...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-23-2020, 03:13 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 285
Re: Drag link 1945 1/2 ton pickup
I just looked up the number 21A 3306 and it shows to be a passenger car, the comm. part number is 21C3306, mabe someone will clarify this for us, the length of my link is 30 1/2 inches center of ball...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-23-2020, 02:47 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 285
Re: Drag link 1945 1/2 ton pickup
I bought one for my 46 half ton ,21A3306 ,I think it was from midwest ford, mine is a cross steer, the 40 looks almost the same but is a little shorter and will allow the gear to not be centered and...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-21-2020, 05:04 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,827
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-20-2020, 09:52 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,827
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-19-2020, 10:05 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,827
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-13-2020, 11:39 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 315
Re: 1953 Ford big truck radiator.
That number is from the ford truck parts/service manual. I would think N.A.P.A could cross reference the number or have their own listing for a 4 pound cap, I will check my inventory to see if I have...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-13-2020, 11:19 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 833
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-12-2020, 02:18 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 315
Re: 1953 Ford big truck radiator.
Try a 1T 8100A, 4 pound cap. that is the only number my ford catalog shows ,also the group illustration shows a sleeve that sits underneath the cap for a 239 engine , the 279 and 217 group...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-07-2020, 12:43 PM
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Replies: 154
Views: 8,040
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-30-2020, 03:33 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 503
Re: running erratic
try backing off the Idle adj. screw on the throttle shaft where it connects to the linkage, also you may have some mis-aligned butterfly plates allowing the throttle shaft to bind allowing the fuel...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-28-2020, 01:44 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 661
Re: Clayborne model 100 engine stand
I'll measure mine , I made it from a picture ,I am planning another one , the only problem I needed to make the front mount about 1 inch longer to easily accept the 46 v-8 extended front pulley,...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-25-2020, 06:13 PM
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Replies: 154
Views: 8,040
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-22-2020, 10:31 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 780
Re: Random Tire Shortage Information
I encountered a similar problem when I bought a set of Edelbrock heads, I have been waiting over a month now , they say another delay so they will be shipped the 29th of this month. and they are...
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Forum: Early V8
07-20-2020, 05:40 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 237
Standard 8 b.a pistons
I need 2 standard 239 ford (49-53)v-8 pistons and pins, good used Ok.
405-889-1042 , estesenterprisellc@yahoo.com.
Thanks, fordestes
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-17-2020, 05:37 PM
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Replies: 45
Views: 2,471
Re: Camshaft Movement
IF the crank and cam gears are new aftermarket, check to see if the gear has been marked on the wrong side, the crank gear timing dot should be on the side with center flush with the gear face,...
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