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Forum: Questions & Suggestions 03-24-2024, 12:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 173
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Can we put transporters in their own area? Not Swap or Forums, please.

What are the number of reasons that they annoy you? I think they are fine in the Swap Meet section (they are trying to sell a service) but admit I would be annoyed if I encountered them in the forum...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-24-2024, 12:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 466
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Pictures V8 Diff.

Not an answer but a question, why are you contemplating this change? The answer may stir up some valuable advice.

Charlie Stephens
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-23-2024, 03:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 550
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Tire Pressures

I don't know what size you need but I always heard Bratton's had the best stock tubes.

Charlie Stephens
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-23-2024, 01:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 720
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Model B engine in an A

The Model A has a smaller rear main bearing which means you need to enlarge the pan for the larger bearing. The B rods will hit the sides of an A pan. You need to dimple the pan. I have heard that...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-19-2024, 06:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 472
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Timing gear cover

I would think it would be easier to find another one. Temporarily thread the hole (maybe enlarge it) and put a bolt/plug in.

Charlie Stephens
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-15-2024, 12:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 889
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Wire wheel balancing

If you added your general location to your profile someone might recommend a shop to do the work for you. You could also contact local clubs for recommendations. I always felt that the things were...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-15-2024, 10:08 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,059
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Narrow bed or wide bed

If you have the fenders you can tell which came with the truck from the factory. If you don't have the fenders for a wide bed they are almost impossible to find. If I needed a truck to use I would...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-13-2024, 12:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 689
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Engine paint

It is my understanding that Ford used to dump the left over paint from dipping other parts into the paint for the engine thus there was a wide range of light or darkness to the green. I always had...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-11-2024, 12:26 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,526
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Synchronized Transmission

Everyone assumes you have a pickup truck based on the passenger vehicle chassis when talking about the Mitchell. You don't by any chance have a large truck, AA?

Also, put your general location in...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-10-2024, 05:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 539
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Need Cylinder Head

Be sure to contact your local club as shipping probably will be more than the price of the head. Good aftermarket high compression heads have destroyed the value of original heads.

Charlie...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-09-2024, 05:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 419
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Paint color for 32 Tudor belt rail panel (dash)

I suggest you invest in a copy of "The 1932 Ford Book" from the Early Ford V8 club (https://shop.efv8.org/collections/ford-books/products/1932-ford-book-softbound-all-new). It will answer questions...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-09-2024, 05:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 382
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: 1931 Slant Windshield Fordor Firewall

They definitely had less wood than the straight window ones. Years ago I was looking for one and ended up finding a 4 door Model B. Very similar.

Charrie Stephens
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-06-2024, 01:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 648
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Luggage weight

Have you considered the racks that bolt onto the running boards?

Charlie Stephens
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-01-2024, 10:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,213
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Wheel stud replacement

...and hole saw and someone who has done it before. Ask at your local club for recommendations. Put your general location in your profile and you may get recommendations.

Charlie Stephens
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-29-2024, 03:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 629
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: A Flywheel on a B

Yes, UNLESS (if I remember correctly) you are running a Model B transmission in which case it will interfere with the bell housing unless you have it cut down slightly.

Charlie Stephens
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-28-2024, 02:13 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,356
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Proposed New Fordbarn Forum: Non US Ford Based Flathead Era

I hate to see another bucket added that I will need to check.

Charelie Stephens
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-25-2024, 10:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 439
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Ford wire wheel

The correct way to measure a rim is where the tire bead seats. This will be about 1 1/2 inches less than the overall diameter. My guess is that the 18 1/2 if for a 17 inch tire (1933-34) and the 17...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-20-2024, 06:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 630
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Grant

...and while we are on the topic, what is your general area. You can never tell when this information will be important.

Charlie Stephens
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-20-2024, 06:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 630
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Grant

I also have a 4 door Model B. How about some more info. Restored, original?

Charlie Stephens
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-20-2024, 04:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 534
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: BB stamped on my 36 ford

Engines were not serial numbered except for those going to a few locations that required it. Are there any numbers after the BB?

Charlie Stephens
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-20-2024, 04:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,106
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Find out more about my '37 fordor

The fact that the VIN is visible through the windshield on modern cars says there is probably no need to hide it. If you are concerned used "XX" for the last numbers. The VIN will give you some...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-13-2024, 10:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 585
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: 1932 suicide doors?

Do the rear doors on a 4 door sedan or phaetons count?

Charlie Stephens
Forum: Questions & Suggestions 02-07-2024, 04:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 242
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Is there a literature archive here?

I have never seen a library on here. Try Faxon for auto literature ((800) 458-2734).

Charlie Stephens
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-17-2024, 11:13 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,135
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Claim of 25% HP bump true?

I was just going to post to watch out for the top end. Be sure there is adequate clearance between the head and the piston. The original and many reproductions had a recess in the head above the...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-14-2024, 01:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 941
Posted By Charlie Stephens
Re: Replacing the wires on a 6 volt 41'

Since the subject of turn signals came up you might want to have your wiring harness made with turn signals and two tail lights.

Charlie Stephens
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