Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-03-2024, 12:20 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 670
Re: What is the best head gasket for Alum heads
Hi,
Just finished the change of head gaskets on my 21 stud engine that has alum heads.
As posted before preparing the surfaces is paramount.
I used a pair of copper gaskets from Best Gaskets (ref...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-26-2024, 04:36 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,771
Re: Went for a drive today......
Took the 33 out for a short drive in town. Weather not permitting the top down yet...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-28-2024, 01:13 PM
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Replies: 46
Views: 2,682
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-28-2024, 07:24 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 2,173
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-11-2023, 06:26 PM
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Replies: 80
Views: 5,978
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-05-2023, 12:20 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 918
Re: Electronic distributor
Hi. Got a 1933 stock engine with stock points distributor (rebuilt by Michael @thirdgenauto). Engine runs like a charm, purrs like a kitten. I would not go electronic for a million...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-09-2023, 12:22 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 2,324
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-02-2023, 07:24 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 580
Re: 33 brakes
Hi Lawrie,
I hope you get the 33 doing well on the brakes.
Take care
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-01-2023, 03:10 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 797
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-31-2023, 03:34 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 797
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-21-2023, 12:39 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,788
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-16-2023, 12:45 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 831
Re: Centerforce clutch advice & feedback
Thanks Tim for your support. I just left a message to RAM Tech Dept via email asking whether they have a solution for my engine. I have indeed seen that they offer steel flywheels but I also need the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-16-2023, 11:38 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 831
Re: Centerforce clutch advice & feedback
Hi Bored&Stroked + Tim,
Thanks for your interest and support.
I just received an update from Jegs. Very bad news...
Centerforce will not deliver the recommended flywheel so I had to cancel the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-16-2023, 07:19 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 831
Re: Centerforce clutch advice & feedback
Hi All,
Just to let the fordbarn community know that I contacted Centerforce and received confirmation on Centerforce product references that will work on a 1933 stock engine namely:
PP ref...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-10-2023, 10:06 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,111
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-01-2023, 05:27 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 831
Re: Centerforce clutch advice & feedback
Thanks for your advice. After inspection my flywheel will need to be replaced.
A fellow barner has shared a contact there so hopefully I will get a definitve recommendation on centerforce references...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-01-2023, 05:23 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,109
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-31-2023, 02:39 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 831
Centerforce clutch advice & feedback
Hi there,
Wondering if any one on the barn could share knowledge and experience on centerforce clutches ?
I have emailed them a week ago but no response to date.
Engine is 1933 stock 221 cid...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-13-2023, 02:25 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 692
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-12-2023, 04:55 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 692
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-04-2022, 01:06 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,055
Re: Bubba?
Hi Guys
About 2 months ago he stated he would pass my work order to Michael Driskell at Thrid Gen Auto. I suspect he does so because he may be phasing out the business.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-24-2022, 06:07 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,653
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-24-2022, 05:28 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,653
Re: Mounting dome distributor
Hi,
Planning the replacement of the V8 dist.
Could someone provide size for studs (diameter, length) so I can prepare for easier fitting as suggested above ?
Many thanks
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-20-2015, 09:50 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,692
33-34 passenger shock absorbers (Houdaille)
Greetings to all flathead lovers.
My rear right shock absorber broke last week. I've been searching for a replacement with no luck (Macs, C&G).
I know there are some shops that will rebuild...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-26-2014, 04:36 AM
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Replies: 385
Views: 89,997
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