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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-11-2021, 12:17 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,250
Posted By va t
Re: Need to Share My Best Easter Ever

A great story and a beautiful pickup.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-17-2021, 05:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,438
Posted By va t
Re: Anyone used Irontite block sealer in a Flathead?

I used Irontite in a fresh 32 v8. But I was afraid of running it through the radiator. I circulated it in engine only by rigging up hoses and clear plastic tubing and spinning water pump with...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-12-2020, 09:13 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 509
Posted By va t
34 sedan delivery rear door

Would like to see photos of rear door latch mechanism for 34 SD. Is there a good replacement for missing original latch?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-09-2020, 08:51 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,059
Posted By va t
Re: Use of a MIG welder for other purposes?

My Solar brand mig has a carbon tip adapter for heat shrinking along with directions for use. It works well. On a 47 Merc convertible I was able to free quarter window adjusters without damaging...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-19-2019, 12:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 749
Posted By va t
32 3w door pull rope brackets

Where can I purchase the brackets for the 32 3w door pulls? LeBaron Bonney declared bankruptcy. MACS has lost its supplier. ???
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-23-2019, 08:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,465
Posted By va t
Re: 32 Dave Cole ?

Did anyone ever do a print-out of all of his '32 articles?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-20-2018, 08:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,193
Posted By va t
Re: 32 3 w coupe dome light wire routing

Thank you, David. The light works as it should.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-19-2018, 08:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,193
Posted By va t
32 3 w coupe dome light wire routing

What is correct way to route the wire from dome light switch to the dome light? Basically I am wanting to avoid problems with headliner install later. Is metal tab at rear of top opening used for...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-11-2018, 08:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,369
Posted By va t
Re: Installing Dash Board in '32 3w Coupe

Thank you, David. I had wondered if that would work.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-10-2018, 08:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,369
Posted By va t
Installing Dash Board in '32 3w Coupe

What is a good way to hold the threaded offset receivers in place when doing install of front belt rail or dash board? I assume they might need some slight movement for screw alignment.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-03-2018, 08:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,075
Posted By va t
Re: Fabric Choices in 32 Deluxe Coupe Interior

Thank you, David. Much appreciated.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-03-2018, 09:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,075
Posted By va t
Fabric Choices in 32 Deluxe Coupe Interior

Lets see some photos of different fabric choices in original or restored 32 Deluxe Coupes. Trying to decide on Mohair, Bedford Cord or Broadcloth for a project. Which one do you prefer and why?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-29-2018, 05:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,342
Posted By va t
Re: 1932 3W coupe window stops

Don't do anything to the metal tabs. Make a long screw driver type tool to reach down through top of opening in door. Twist against the rubber to remove old and to install new rubber. Once the...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-07-2018, 10:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,892
Posted By va t
Re: 32 hand throttle rod??

A length of 8 7/8" seems to work ok. Don't know if this length is available but a longer rod can be shortened and welded. With some careful filing no one will know.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-24-2018, 09:25 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,883
Posted By va t
Re: rleated to NOS vs NORS thread: "restored"

Here is my "Pieced together restoration" retirement project. It lacks a few correct pieces but has correct 32 v8. After owning original frame for over 50 years, found I had matching # transmission,...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-22-2018, 07:03 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,883
Posted By va t
Re: rleated to NOS vs NORS thread: "restored"

I call my project a "pieced together restoration" having started with an original frame and collecting parts over a period of 50+ years. Is it 100% correct? It is close, due to the expertise of...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-15-2017, 10:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,488
Posted By va t
Re: 1952 ford loses prime

For what it is worth I've always checked fuel pump inlet and outlet valves by blowing and sucking by mouth. Minute leaks can only be detected by checking with vacuum pump & gauge (Mity Vac). I went...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-15-2017, 10:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,488
Posted By va t
Re: 1952 ford loses prime

For years I've checked fuel pump inlet and outlet valves by blowing and sucking by mouth. Recent experience taught me that minute leakage can only be detected by checking with vacuum pump & gauge...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-04-2017, 10:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,693
Posted By va t
Re: '32 Ford Front Fender Bolt\Screw Die

If you know someone with a metal lathe it is not difficult to make a pair of dies having a thru-bolt to pull them together. Receiver die on top, pusher below--make them out of scrap mild steel. ...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-29-2016, 08:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,494
Posted By va t
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-28-2016, 09:59 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 600
Posted By va t
Painting hood hardware on '32 car

Are '32 hood handles and hood hold sockets painted body color or black? I don't recall ever seeing them painted different than body color but studying parts from two non black hoods I am finding...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-28-2016, 09:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,494
Posted By va t
Painting hood hardware on '32 car

Are '32 hood handles and hood hold sockets painted body color or black? I don't recall ever seeing them painted different than body color but studying parts from two non black hoods I am finding...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-12-2015, 09:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,820
Posted By va t
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-09-2015, 06:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,820
Posted By va t
Re: 32 v8 radiator install small problem

Thank you Bruce for the offer. But I restored/repaired two other crank bearings today so have the part needed. The one that I repaired had been trimmed of the upper part but is now complete again.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-09-2015, 06:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,820
Posted By va t
Re: 32 v8 radiator install small problem

Thanks for suggestions. It doesn't make sense to possibly complicate later hood fitment problems. Can anyone tell me the overall height dimension of the smaller crank bearing?
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