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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-16-2024, 04:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 714
Posted By topfuel724
Re: Rethreading Spark Plug holes in Aluminum Heads

Thanks everyone for your replies. The heads are installed on this engine (276 CI) and it is in a 1940 coupe. I am hoping to do the repair (# 2 cylinder) without removing the heads from the engine. ...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 04-14-2024, 08:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 714
Posted By topfuel724
Rethreading Spark Plug holes in Aluminum Heads

I have a Ford of Canada Aluminum Head for a 59A that needs to have one of the spark plug holes re-threaded. I have used time-serts in the past but can not find my installation kit. What is the best...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-25-2024, 05:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 485
Posted By topfuel724
Re: W&h dual ignition

You might try Jerry Jobe in Somers, Montana. Several years ago he rebuilt my Lincoln V-12 W&H distributor that had been converted for a Ford V-8
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-25-2024, 04:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 485
Posted By topfuel724
Re: W&h dual ignition

Try Bob Wyman at System One Pro Ignition. His dad was the "W" of W&H.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-24-2024, 10:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 698
Posted By topfuel724
Polishing Aluminum Heads

I have a 59A engine with Canadian Aluminum heads. I am considering polishing the heads and was wondering if there was any reason for not doing this? Your replies would be appreciated.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-31-2023, 02:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,643
Posted By topfuel724
Re: Blocking Hear Riser

Thanks to all for the replies. I knew that blocking the hear risers in the block would allow for a denser charge of the mixture in the intake manifold but did not realize that the exhaust tone would...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-31-2023, 09:05 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,643
Posted By topfuel724
Blocking Hear Riser

Engine is a 59A in a 1940 Coupe. 276" with Fenton headers, Harman-Collins Cam and Magneto, Ford of Canada aluminum heads, Offy intake with 2-97's by Uncle Max.

I recently had the intake off and...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-12-2023, 03:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 573
Posted By topfuel724
Re: 59A Thermostat

Get your thermostats from Robert Shewman 610-933-6637 or [email protected]
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-09-2023, 05:28 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,462
Posted By topfuel724
Re: 1932 Ford Grille Shell

I have a "Gennie" grill shell on a 32 Phaeton and it has the holes in it.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-16-2023, 03:54 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 31,236
Posted By topfuel724
Re: what was your first car and how much did you pay

1st car was a 1956 Chevy 210 2dr sedan. Paid $35.00 for it in summer of 1965. Had to pull the engine and give it back to the owner. That was OK as I had a .060 over "283" on the engine stand with...
Forum: Early V8 05-04-2023, 06:30 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 356
Posted By topfuel724
Re: Potvin Super 3/8 Cam

Sold 5-22-2023
Forum: Early V8 04-30-2023, 11:56 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 366
Posted By topfuel724
Steering Gear for 1933-1934 Ford

New "Neal Jennings" Steering Gear for 1933-1934 Ford Passenger Car. Complete and ready to use. $1500 Plus Shipping.

Jim Cullen 817-992-7757

Sold 5-2-2023
Forum: Early V8 04-30-2023, 11:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 356
Posted By topfuel724
Potvin Super 3/8 Cam

Potvin Super 3/8 Cam for 8BA. Cam was recently ground by Pete at D&L Automachine. Cam was never used. .375 Lift on Intake and Exhaust, 280 Degrees Duration, 111.5 Centerline.

$350.00 plus UPS...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-20-2022, 03:26 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,569
Posted By topfuel724
Re: Ford steering box’s flathead Ted

Try Neil Jennings. You won't be disappointed.
Forum: Early V8 11-01-2022, 10:00 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 298
Posted By topfuel724
1940 intake, exhaust manifolds and misc parts

1940 stock intake manifold bead blasted and painted Ford green, nice condition $15

Pair of exhaust manifolds right and left sides off 1940 Ford. Not cracked. Have been bead blasted, nice...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-02-2022, 04:07 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 10,980
Posted By topfuel724
Re: Taking a Poll - 39/40 Owners

1. 73
2. 1940
3. 10
4. coupe
5. deluxe
6. TX
Forum: Early V8 04-26-2022, 08:43 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 564
Posted By topfuel724
Re: 1940's intake, fan, cast iron crab distributor

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Forum: Early V8 04-12-2022, 10:57 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 564
Posted By topfuel724
1940's intake, fan, cast iron crab distributor

1940 Ford Intake Manifold has been bead blasted and painted Ford Green, Nice condition $20

Pair of 1940 Ford exhaust manifolds, no cracks, nice condition, have been bead blasted $20

Cast Iron...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-13-2021, 12:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 712
Posted By topfuel724
Re: packard 440 wire

Try the Brillman Company 888-274-5562
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-06-2021, 10:05 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 597
Posted By topfuel724
12 Volt Bosch Blue Coil

What should the readings for a Bosch Blue Coil be for primary and secondary resistance? How does this compare to a standard 12 volt coil?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-01-2021, 08:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,332
Posted By topfuel724
Re: Year model - packard

1937
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-22-2021, 11:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,287
Posted By topfuel724
Re: Central Calif Machine Shops?

Wayne Schedler in Fresno, Schedler Engine Rebuilding, 626 Broadway St
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-26-2021, 04:47 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,903
Posted By topfuel724
Re: New misfire - sticky valves?

Had 2 sticking exhaust valves #4 and #5 in a 8BA recently. With the exhaust valves in the open position sprayed the stems and guides through the spark plug hole with "Brake Clean" and also MMO. Let...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-27-2020, 12:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,741
Posted By topfuel724
Re: Offenhauser 400 Heads Value

I recently had a stock head re-domed. It's hard to fine a shop that has the tooling and the knowledge to do it today.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-04-2020, 05:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,831
Posted By topfuel724
Re: H&H Flatheads

Spoke with them yesterday afternoon by phone. Answered on the 2nd or 3rd ring.
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