Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-14-2021, 07:05 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 259
Re: Mid 50s F-100 parts
I purchased a "pin removal tool for rear leaf spring" from them back in Feb 2019. Arrived as described and worked as expected. I remember having to drill a hole on each side to gain access to the...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
01-09-2021, 02:13 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 1,046
Re: Crazy temp gauge idea
It would be a blast to hang out in your garage.... Do it and share photos of the completed project.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-25-2020, 01:20 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 632
Re: Ordered in April
Yes, is many ways you're correct. I am not dumping on Ecklers... I was asking others if they'd experienced anything similar. I'll keep the part as a spare.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-25-2020, 01:15 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 632
Re: Ordered in April
It was a fuel pump for my flathead v8. I'll keep it as a spare and it was $69.00 plus $15.00 for shipping.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-25-2020, 02:52 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 632
Ordered in April
I got an email overnight from Ecklers (macs) that a part had shipped. It freaked me out some because I hadn’t ordered anything from them in months. After some research I found an order I placed in...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-23-2020, 06:59 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 2,289
Re: where is this all going
Where is all this going? Depends on who you ask. The answers will be as varied as each persons opinion. I’m dealing with the virus as I type this. Do I think the virus is a joke? Of course not....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-16-2020, 08:30 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 857
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-15-2020, 08:58 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 857
Re: Westach 6 volt tachometer
I purchased one for my ‘51 F1 but while I waited for it to be built I found a “football tach” on eBay for $20.00 and now I can’t get myself to remove the football tach for the westach... so the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-23-2020, 12:08 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 1,611
Re: New car in the garage
Sweet car. Sweeter p/up. 😜
None of my “new” cars ever looked as good...I’m looking forward to when I make that leap to a pristine driver. 🙂
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-05-2020, 08:27 PM
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Replies: 67
Views: 3,090
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-21-2020, 01:28 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 656
Re: Spark Plug Reading
You think the original style (oil filled) air filter could be a contributing factor? Should I exchange it for a paper one?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-21-2020, 01:26 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 987
Re: Ford Barn intro
Welcome... great patina and exciting project! I'm looking forward to viewing your progress. I have a stock 1951 F1 and I'm happy to read you're keeping yours stock as well.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-20-2020, 11:31 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 656
Re: Spark Plug Reading
Good point Talkwrench - yes, they’ve been in about 300 miles ... I only just checked them after this trip. All my trips are at least 30 miles and mostly at 50-60mph. Very little stop and go. I...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-20-2020, 10:03 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 656
Spark Plug Reading
Greetings Barn - can you read this plug for me? I have a stock ‘51 F1 8ba w/2bbl 94 carb. I removed this plug today after a 30 mile 50-55mph road trip. Truck ran great with no issues. Plugs...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-16-2020, 05:54 PM
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Replies: 60
Views: 2,852
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-16-2020, 03:32 PM
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Replies: 60
Views: 2,852
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-15-2020, 07:44 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,165
Re: condenser
You might check your spam folder or junk mail folder. Sometimes good mail ends up there.
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-15-2020, 07:38 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,030
Re: Rusty Coolant
When I replaced the head gasket’s and water pumps on my stock ‘51 F1 flathead (with 8ba stamped on the heads by-the-way) I used compressed air and a shop vac to remove the accumulation of rust pieces...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-16-2020, 06:24 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,393
Re: Possible Scam
I’m a new member with just a couple posts...not a scammer, but scammers do make us newbies look suspicious. If your not sure about me just pm me - or wait awhile - I’m not going anywhere - and...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-15-2020, 10:47 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,193
Re: Sanford & Son Pickup Truck
Greetings Barn... This is a good topic to use to introduce myself... I’ve been a long time reader but only recently became a member. This forum has been a life saver to me on so many occasions - I’m...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-30-2020, 11:04 PM
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Replies: 385
Views: 56,463
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