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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) Yesterday, 08:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 146
Posted By highbeams
Re: '34 Exhaust System

Aren't '33 & '34 exhaust systems the same? Thank You!
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 04-13-2024, 07:13 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,484
Posted By highbeams
Re: Are Mustangs still collectible?

Since 2016, I have a '68 "6" auto, Gulfstream Aqua/white vinyl roof '68 buckskin color interior. ('67 had its buckskin color) Very enjoyable in-town driving. power steering.

Power steering 'for...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-07-2024, 04:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 996
Posted By highbeams
early Ford V8 flathead motor catalytic converter?

early Ford V8 flathead motor catalytic converter?

Has this been considered by anyone or any company to make?

Just simply a question. Thank You -
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-06-2024, 05:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 388
Posted By highbeams
Re: original Ford wheel paint

Yes, the paint 'held up' extraordinarily.(I once stripped a Model A with a Red Devil scraper; the paint chipped off as if it was an 'eggshell'. Gleaming metal. No 'evidence' of primer.

THANK...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-06-2024, 01:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 388
Posted By highbeams
Re: original Ford wheel paint

My curiosity . . . why wouldn't Ford use a primer, particularly on wheels which receive nature's vengeance directly off the road surface.
I see one slight coat of Tacoma Cream-on-steel; i.e.,...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-06-2024, 11:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 388
Posted By highbeams
original Ford wheel paint

original Ford wheel paint: no base primer coat.

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Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 03-30-2024, 05:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,590
Posted By highbeams
Re: Thank You, Ford Barners!

Those knowledgeable 'Barners' can't be thanked enough - THANK YOU!
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 03-30-2024, 05:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,590
Posted By highbeams
Re: Thank You, Ford Barners!

Position column-shift in "reverse". Wasn't thunk of by Ford designers until when?
Thank You!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-30-2024, 04:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 765
Posted By highbeams
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-29-2024, 08:01 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,680
Posted By highbeams
Re: 34 3w

Beauty!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-14-2024, 02:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 459
Posted By highbeams
Re: 1933 Amber cowl lamp lens

No need for color. The original lamps are EXTREMELY BRIGHT! for directionals use; a jaw-dropper when one views them for the first time! Thank You -
(with your extremely bright-blinking cowl...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-12-2024, 04:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 386
Posted By highbeams
Re: replace '33 fuel sender with electric sender.

under dash to driver's left. Thank You!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-12-2024, 03:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 804
Posted By highbeams
Re: 33-34 Restoration book

Thak You, David G!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-12-2024, 02:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 804
Posted By highbeams
Re: 33-34 Restoration book

Is this the new revised? Thank You!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-12-2024, 07:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 386
Posted By highbeams
Re: replace '33 fuel sender with electric sender.

Tim - The new gauge will possibly be fastened to the underside of the dash, viewable on the driver's left - somewhat concealed and a comfortable glance to the gauge.
(if interested, view my other...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-11-2024, 02:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 386
Posted By highbeams
replace '33 fuel sender with electric sender.

Replace '33 fuel sender with a '36, '37, '38 electric sender and gauge.
( '36, '37, '38 fuel sender machine screw holes should 'line up' with the '33 tank top holes.(?)

I intend to keep the '33...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-11-2024, 01:51 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,813
Posted By highbeams
Re: Trip away in the33

Beauty Coach Maroon with Tacoma Cream!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-02-2024, 05:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 473
Posted By highbeams
corrosive red re '33-'35 fuel gauge

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I am posting this to inform you '33-'35 owners that this is the result if one spills the 'red' when filling the gauge(research how to fill the gauge). Beware of the 'red' Do not sniff it!...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-01-2024, 08:01 PM
Replies: 320
Views: 64,135
Posted By highbeams
Re: 1942 Ford deluxe coupe project

Why didn't Ford continue this '42 front-end in '46, '47? At least '46, I've thought. Thee last real grill! ('46-'48 ok but three years?) thank You!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-01-2024, 06:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 286
Posted By highbeams
What universal sending unit to use?

What universal sending unit with gauge to use?
Your info per the best for the year appreciated. Thank You!

I.e., as opposed to the '32, '33, '34, '35 'red' fluid gauge, and the hassles that go...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-08-2024, 12:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,142
Posted By highbeams
Re: Chrome shop recommendations

Satisfied, no doubt.
A '33 dash gauges trim surround. Almost too rare to throw it in the mail; i.e., Fed Ex et. cet.
Thank You -
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-31-2024, 11:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 542
Posted By highbeams
Re: Adding red fluid to the fuel guage - 1935 Model 48

The 'red' is extremely corrosive. It will destroy the entire gauge. I had a post on it w/pics of my destroyed gauge; don't spill it! Don't sniff it. skull & crossbones warning, take heed.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-26-2024, 11:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 776
Posted By highbeams
Re: Kudos to Deuce_Roadster

THANK YOU!

I see that
Jailbar' has a driver side spare!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-23-2024, 11:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,249
Posted By highbeams
Re: Torque Tube Carrier Bearing

(years ago)I bought a (dentless) ,online, '36 half-ton. I bought it as soon as I saw the photo ad. Paid the $12,000; had it shipped.

Upon arrival, drove it w/a neighbor. Woah! unbelievable...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-22-2024, 02:43 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,958
Posted By highbeams
Re: Jim Linder aka Bubba

So sorry to hear this. My condolences to the Family.
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