Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
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Re: Overheating 1946 V8
Has the cooling system been flushed recently?
What is the condition of the radiator?
What's in the radiator?
Are there thermostats? Do they open?
Are the waterpumps turning?
No magic, just...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-19-2024, 03:46 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-14-2024, 08:32 PM
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05-08-2024, 01:56 AM
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05-02-2024, 01:12 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-28-2024, 06:43 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-25-2024, 01:16 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-09-2024, 01:47 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-09-2024, 07:36 AM
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Re: 49 f-1 engine color
Red according to http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/flathead_specs-90to125late.htm
There is a Dupicolor engine paint color of Old Ford Red that fit by my eye.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-04-2024, 10:52 AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-29-2024, 06:27 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-29-2024, 03:11 PM
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Re: 46 firewall & under dash images?
You're welcome.
As I understand it, many convertibles have rusty floorboards due to roof leaks. I would imagine that the dashboard also suffers as well.
If you don't already have one, the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-29-2024, 11:59 AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-28-2024, 04:02 PM
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Re: 48 ford
For vehicles produced in the US, on the top of the driver's side frame rail between the radiator support and the steering box. The stampings are not deep, so use a scotch-brite pad to remove the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-27-2024, 06:52 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-25-2024, 08:23 PM
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Re: 59A How Many Feet Of Ignition Lead?
Unfortunately, the stock sets are prone to cracking and too large in diameter to easily install on the rabbit ear style distributor. I can't imagine that the crab style is much better.
I just...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-24-2024, 01:23 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-24-2024, 03:43 AM
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Re: Public Service Announcement: Avoiding Ethanol
I don't believe ethanol is a big meanie lurking just out of reach. While not perhaps the best use of resources, it is a reality in the US as long as politicians are seeking votes.
My flatheads...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-23-2024, 06:44 PM
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Public Service Announcement: Avoiding Ethanol
Saw this on a YouTube channel I stumble over from time to time.
https://youtu.be/TQZK-hcl5M4?si=rRRTCBDTzg6BqLyW
Spoiler Alert!
If you are use a fuel station that has a shared hose for...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-10-2024, 10:01 PM
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Re: 48 Ford gas fitting going into gas tank
The configuration is different for 46-48 compared to the 40.
The fuel line doesn't extend into the tank through the fitting, if I understand the question.
If you are replacing the pickup tube...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-07-2024, 10:00 PM
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Re: Trico wiper kits?
Unless things have changed recently, they absolutely did not sell kits, rebuild service only.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-02-2024, 05:34 PM
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Re: Speedometer for 46 Ford Car
Since it already doesn't work, there isn't much risk in opening it up. You'll want to use a better lubricant after cleaning the innards.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-01-2024, 06:39 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-29-2024, 09:44 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-29-2024, 02:33 PM
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