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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-16-2024, 10:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 380
Posted By aussie merc
Re: Vacuum Leak

that plugs days are numbered
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-16-2024, 03:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 494
Posted By aussie merc
Re: Head identity

Hell NO but its been entertaining
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-15-2024, 08:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 380
Posted By aussie merc
Re: Vacuum Leak

being edelbrock it will be N.P.T. but what size cant say without seeing it but 1/4 or 3/8 would be an "edifacted " Guess
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-15-2024, 06:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 494
Posted By aussie merc
Re: Head identity

wish the flathead fairy would pay me a visit
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-13-2024, 06:31 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,169
Posted By aussie merc
Re: Does anyone else have this on their truck?

seen em before 4 wheel holding brake used for hillstarts etc with heavy load 4 wheels will hold where the band brake wont
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-11-2024, 06:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 859
Posted By aussie merc
Re: New Eaton Spring or re-arch existing

take the spring to a reputable spring works, get them to strip it down and check each leaf it may not be worth repairing then get a quote to repair/remake [price a replacement spring so you know...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-08-2024, 04:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 709
Posted By aussie merc
Re: 1951 Ford, runs fine then runs bad.

could be one or multiple issues so lets keep it simple and start with a general tuneup new plugs, points, timing etc and possibly a new coil [this is general maintenance and could well cure it ]...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-03-2024, 03:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 717
Posted By aussie merc
Re: New clutch - what does "disengaged" mean?

practice there aint no substitute
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-02-2024, 10:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,057
Posted By aussie merc
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-02-2024, 02:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 644
Posted By aussie merc
Re: Fuel filter best location

leave that filter where it is that crud that blocked the filter could well have wrecked the pump $5.00@ well spent
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-02-2024, 02:33 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,057
Posted By aussie merc
Re: 1937 distributor quizz question........

yeh there are some that just dont get it WE ARE IN AUSTRALIA dollar conversion + freight is just a killer But Damon theres hope yet try Dave Slater in Albury Wodonga or John Kerr in Sydney ....
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-28-2024, 06:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 717
Posted By aussie merc
Re: New clutch - what does "disengaged" mean?

sounds like youve done well on your 1st attempt with the trans in gear and foot on pedal you should be able to turn the uni [clutch disengaged] lift your foot the clutch begins to grip and lock...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-25-2024, 12:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 507
Posted By aussie merc
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-25-2024, 12:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 735
Posted By aussie merc
Re: 160 or 180 degree thermostats?

the small hole will allow minimal coolant flow when below temp this allows for even warm up and stops air pockets forming under the temp valve some stats already have this in them 80C is the most...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-20-2024, 06:38 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,049
Posted By aussie merc
Re: Would you buy a Mercury windshield seal?

Im in but need to see the price as exchange rates coupled with freight can be a real killer
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-15-2024, 06:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,225
Posted By aussie merc
Re: Stuck rear drums on 33 Vicky

dont know what tooling you have access to but had like problems when i removed mine for the 1st time 1 leave the nut on the axle this will keep the thread in condition and stop it crushing the...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-15-2024, 06:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 739
Posted By aussie merc
Re: What are these holes under dash for?

try dash dimmer and heater fan switch thats where mine are there should be same on otherside so right and left drive taken care of in one production piece
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-04-2024, 02:09 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,185
Posted By aussie merc
Re: Any value in a 21 stud flattie?

whats scrap today is gold tomorrow so hang on to it even better if you store it properly not just leave it to gather dust in the corner
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-28-2024, 01:28 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,096
Posted By aussie merc
Re: Running on 7 &1/2

want to stop valves sticking add about 50mls of two stroke oil to a tank as modern fuels are dry [little to no oil residue] wont smoke but it helps them not to stick
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-27-2024, 06:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,041
Posted By aussie merc
Re: Hard time starting with electric starter, easy with crank

battery or starter on way out as already stated but check voltage to the coil when cranking sounds like your loosing it somewhere Key switch or ballast resistor or just plain out worn out wiring ....
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-27-2024, 06:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 882
Posted By aussie merc
Re: Ultra Sonic Cleaner

hot water and dish liquid
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-24-2024, 07:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 567
Posted By aussie merc
Re: what size resistor ????

unsure about current draw
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-24-2024, 06:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 567
Posted By aussie merc
Re: what size resistor ????

terry yes ignition ballasts i got boxs of em but the little suckers on the fan switch their a bit of a mystery
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-23-2024, 05:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 351
Posted By aussie merc
crankshaft cheater key

has anyone used a 5deg cheater key on a 59 24 stud standard cam, and what effects did it have yes it will advance the crab dissy also but with the fuel we have here downunder that should not be a...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-23-2024, 06:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 567
Posted By aussie merc
what size resistor ????

the fan switch resistor has failed in my 39 does anyone know what size/value the it was so i can repair the switch Thanks
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