Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-29-2024, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 886
Re: Ultra Sonic Cleaner
I have had good results with a 50/50 mix of water and pinesol. Added benefit of a clean smelling basement
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-24-2024, 08:29 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,750
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-19-2024, 05:25 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 812
Re: '48 F1 4 speed trans color
Those transmissions with a coat of black bill hirsch engine enamel with the case bolts cad plated always makes me smile and looks great! How original that is, I don’t know!
JB
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-16-2024, 06:05 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 995
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-13-2024, 10:40 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 263
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-05-2024, 09:51 PM
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Replies: 53
Views: 3,250
Re: Should I convert from 6 volts to 12 volts
Our 52 is still 6 volt and very reliable. New wiring, all electrical components restored, and really good grounding. I honestly don’t think 12v would improve anything on our old truck.
JB
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-10-2023, 09:48 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 962
Re: 2nd gear disengaging
Before I took out the transmission, I would check your linkage. On the column shift there are numerous places for slop to occur. The shifter on the bottom of the steering column has numerous wear...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-10-2023, 04:32 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 962
Re: 2nd gear disengaging
Maybe Mac VP will weigh in here. That issue could be caused by a shifting linkage that needs adjusted, worn synchronizer rings, worn shift housing parts like the balls, other issues. The rings are...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-06-2023, 10:11 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 463
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-27-2023, 09:14 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 1,370
Re: 8BA Truck Oil Pan Gasket for the cleanout
The pan flange, the stud ring, and the clean out plate are all prone to deformation due to over tightening of the plate nuts to cure leaks. Even with new gaskets, if those surfaces are deformed, you...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-22-2023, 10:28 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,051
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-14-2023, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,426
Re: Help !!!!! Belts
Good deal, I use a cherry picker, same concept. Most 8RT intakes I see have the generator mount rails broken off, sometimes on one side sometimes on both. With the cherry picker, I know my force is...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-30-2023, 09:26 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,165
Re: Cheap bias ply tires ?
The tire shop I use here locally always gives me good advice, sometimes recommending a brand different (and cheaper) than I initially inquired about. I realize relationships like that are rare so you...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-30-2023, 08:43 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,165
Re: Cheap bias ply tires ?
Brakes and tires are important safety features, I would get the opinion of a reputable tire shop on mounting trailer tires on your classic vehicle.
JB
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-04-2023, 11:33 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 481
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-03-2023, 10:30 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 481
Re: Correct spark plugs for 1952 F-1?
I have heard from a good source that the five rib champions are correct for the f1’s. I have a set of both 2 rib and 5 rib. I never understood why that really mattered, as the spark plug wire boot...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-11-2023, 07:51 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,179
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-04-2023, 08:56 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,090
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-30-2023, 08:59 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 477
8BA truck oil pan woes
I was cleaning up an 8BA truck oil pan for a new build last week and noticed something interesting. I noticed a burnt oil spot up near the front, either from the front main bearing or from the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-22-2023, 04:39 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 895
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-11-2023, 07:41 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 989
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-08-2023, 06:37 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 5,522
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-07-2023, 07:25 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 5,522
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-06-2023, 06:31 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,066
Re: Quality of Bill Hirsch Paint
I bought a few cans of the black a few weeks ago. Sprays out ok, but then is really tacky for several days. The enamel out of the can cures much faster.
JB
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-01-2023, 08:26 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 5,788
Re: 1CM Camshaft
What was different about it? Were the journal faces tapered to rotate the valve? I think both the EAB and 1CM could be used with rotators. I am asking because I wonder if the 8CM can be used with...
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