Forum: Model A (1928-31)
02-09-2023, 03:43 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 3,272
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-31-2023, 03:09 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,750
Re: Cleaning the Gas Tank
E10 fuel ate the coating in the gas tank on my '40 coupe and clogged up the whole system.......then it rusted on the interior surfaces.....then I replaced it with a SS tank.....no issues since.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-04-2023, 02:47 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,151
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-04-2023, 02:42 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 7,553
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-14-2022, 03:07 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,312
Re: edelbrock uni-syn worthwhile?
I have used the UNISYN for many years with excellent results....it is a very useful and dependable tool for multi-set ups. It is absolutely necessary in setting up a multi-carb intake, or a Hilborn...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-12-2022, 03:22 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 5,121
Re: chevy dizzy for flatheads
How do you figure they becoming rare? Chevy made those distributors by the millions......I see them for sale at every flea market....can be had for about $10.......kind of like saying Model T Fords...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-01-2022, 04:01 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,262
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-01-2022, 03:18 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,195
Re: 34 pitman arm- seeking supplier
In over 60 years of "living" with early V-8s, I have never experienced the so-called 'death wobble". Why? Because I always made sure the front end components were/are in acceptable condition. ...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-30-2022, 03:27 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,262
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-26-2022, 03:56 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,595
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-23-2022, 04:52 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,433
Re: well water spots
I use well water to wash all my vehicles (my sole source of water on my property.....other than rain)......no spots whatsoever.....seems like your well has a high concentration of minerals......if...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-20-2022, 04:14 PM
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Replies: 81
Views: 11,071
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-10-2022, 03:07 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,974
Re: Roadworthy Rescues
Typical reality show......lots of dramatic antics, little by way of educational information.....somewhat of a knock-off of other Motor Trend TV shows.....
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Forum: Late V8 (1954+)
10-31-2022, 01:38 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,250
Re: rebuilt 292 yblock.Cant turn over
In 7 years there is a possibility the cylinders rusted if the engine was not sealed and was exposed to mild/high humidity. Maybe a bit of kerosene/diesel in each cylinder for a week or so will free...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-25-2022, 01:56 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,977
Re: 11" clutch in a stock '40?
I had an 11 inch/machined flywheel on my 296 inch motor with lots of specialty work (vintage dragster motor).....worked very well, smooth action.....but a bit tough on old legs.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-09-2022, 02:03 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,188
Re: some pics
You are correct......the prop needs more pitch with reduced RPM.....but the motor needs more torque at the operating RPM....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-09-2022, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,775
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-04-2022, 01:51 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 5,494
Re: Hershey
I am at the flea market now....got here around 9:30 AM......rain/drizzle, cold......most vendors are not open today....more "customers" than I thought would be on the field......off field parking is...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-03-2022, 05:03 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,305
Re: 40 coupe dual master cyl
I put a '69 Mustang MC in my '40 coupe. Using the adapter on the frame mount, the push rod needs to be lengthened by the thickness of the adapter. Also, I had to section the cover (sliced , then...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-02-2022, 01:47 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 5,836
Re: removal of painted pin-striping
The paint under the stripes will most likely be close to the original shade of black, whereas the rest of the car most likely has faded a bit over time........you will still see the ghosts of the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-02-2022, 01:22 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,016
Re: 15" early Ford rims
Several years ago I had Wheel Vintique make 5 new rims for my '40 coupe......15"x7". They had NOS Ford centers available, and made up new rims for tubeless radial tires. Price was very reasonable. ...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-01-2022, 01:59 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,301
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-30-2022, 02:15 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 635
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-08-2022, 08:36 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,580
Re: cracked window 39 coupe
Maybe you should also figure out why the glass cracked and fix that also......or get an extra when you buy the new glass.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-01-2022, 03:23 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,681
Re: Front spring needed
I have had good results from Eaton products, and good service. I would not buy anything from Posies again.....he stiffed me on a reverse eye spring and dropped axle for my '40 coupe.......I paid...
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