The Ford Barn

mr_charles · 08-23-2023, 07:30 AM

Hi everyone, I recently inherited a 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe and we are currently trying to get it running. Apart from that, we’re playing around with the interior and trying to get things to work.. so does anyone know how to operate the clock of that year make and model? I’m assuming it has something to do with the dial thing on the front but I don’t know.

thanks,
mr_charles

deuce lover · 08-23-2023, 07:41 AM

Its it electric or wind up ? Williamsons in AR has posted his work on Instagram and looks great.

mr_charles · 08-23-2023, 08:24 AM

Wind up as far as I know, the only cable to the cabin is for the light.

blueoval37 · 08-23-2023, 10:48 AM

Williamson's just did 37 stem wound clock for me. Beautiful!

petehoovie · 08-23-2023, 11:16 AM

My '37 Glove Box Clock restored by Williamson's

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After

mr_charles · 08-23-2023, 11:21 AM

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Nice! Anyone know how to wind them up?

marko39 · 08-23-2023, 11:53 AM

turn stem clockwise to wind.

mr_charles · 08-23-2023, 12:28 PM

ok thanks. last time I tried to turn it clockwise though, it would move a few centimeters then stop. anyone know how to fix that? or should I maybe just put more force into it? (i just don’t want to break it

tubman · 08-23-2023, 03:01 PM

First of all, DO NOT FORCE IT.

If not damaged, these clocks can respond well to a good professional cleaning. The clock on my '51 was locked up solid. I took it to the local clock repairman to get it fixed. When I went to pick it up, he said a good cleaning and lubrication was all it needed.The total bill? $20.00.

Mine was an electric clock, but back in the era, all of the clocks were wind-up; it's just that some of them had an electric winder.

BTW, it's still running fine. I have to set it about twice a year to keep it on the precise time. I've fiddled with the "F---S" adjustment a couple of times, and figure that's about as close as it gets.

I have a thing about clocks in cars; if there is one, it has to run and keep proper time.

Terry,OH · 08-23-2023, 04:34 PM

Your clock may be full wound. If not running it is time to see the clock repair person. Pull the knob out slightly and you should be able to set the time.

mr_charles · 08-24-2023, 08:27 AM

Alright then, I guess I should just take it to a clock repair man. Thank you everyone for your responses! I appreciate it!

08-23-2023, 07:30 AM	#1
mr_charles Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: Des Plaines, IL. Posts: 19	1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe Clock Hi everyone, I recently inherited a 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe and we are currently trying to get it running. Apart from that, we’re playing around with the interior and trying to get things to work.. so does anyone know how to operate the clock of that year make and model? I’m assuming it has something to do with the dial thing on the front but I don’t know. thanks, mr_charles

08-23-2023, 07:41 AM	#2
deuce lover Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Rockwall TX Posts: 6,019	Re: 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe Clock Its it electric or wind up ? Williamsons in AR has posted his work on Instagram and looks great.

08-23-2023, 08:24 AM	#3
mr_charles Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: Des Plaines, IL. Posts: 19	Re: 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe Clock Wind up as far as I know, the only cable to the cabin is for the light.

08-23-2023, 10:48 AM	#4
blueoval37 Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2023 Location: Tonica, Illinois Posts: 22	Re: 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe Clock Williamson's just did 37 stem wound clock for me. Beautiful! __________________ 37 Ford Slantback 60hp. All steel nut and bolt restoration in process. Period correct hot rod. Boling Brothers Lincoln Brakes 39 Pedals Van Pelt Built 3spd HotRodWorks Banjo Rearend

08-23-2023, 11:21 AM	#6
mr_charles Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: Des Plaines, IL. Posts: 19	Re: 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe Clock Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Nice! Anyone know how to wind them up?

08-23-2023, 11:53 AM	#7
marko39 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: harpursville ny Posts: 1,172	Re: 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe Clock turn stem clockwise to wind.

08-23-2023, 12:28 PM	#8
mr_charles Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: Des Plaines, IL. Posts: 19	Re: 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe Clock ok thanks. last time I tried to turn it clockwise though, it would move a few centimeters then stop. anyone know how to fix that? or should I maybe just put more force into it? (i just don’t want to break it Last edited by mr_charles; 08-23-2023 at 01:02 PM.

08-23-2023, 03:01 PM	#9
tubman Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Minnesota, Florida Keys Posts: 12,146	Re: 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe Clock First of all, DO NOT FORCE IT. If not damaged, these clocks can respond well to a good professional cleaning. The clock on my '51 was locked up solid. I took it to the local clock repairman to get it fixed. When I went to pick it up, he said a good cleaning and lubrication was all it needed.The total bill? $20.00. Mine was an electric clock, but back in the era, all of the clocks were wind-up; it's just that some of them had an electric winder. BTW, it's still running fine. I have to set it about twice a year to keep it on the precise time. I've fiddled with the "F---S" adjustment a couple of times, and figure that's about as close as it gets. I have a thing about clocks in cars; if there is one, it has to run and keep proper time.

08-23-2023, 04:34 PM	#10
Terry,OH Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 5,395	Re: 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe Clock Your clock may be full wound. If not running it is time to see the clock repair person. Pull the knob out slightly and you should be able to set the time.

08-24-2023, 08:27 AM	#11
mr_charles Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: Des Plaines, IL. Posts: 19	Re: 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe Clock Alright then, I guess I should just take it to a clock repair man. Thank you everyone for your responses! I appreciate it!