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Simple math: Use this equation: (Cruise RPM desired /existing Cruise RPM ) X (existing Ratio) = desired Ratio
Have the mounts on the axle housings been modified to match a straight spring? The shackle bolts in the axel housing do not appear to be parallel...
I would not try to use that ring and pinion. It will likely be noisy and wear quickly.
The '39 pedals are a great choice for '35 through '38 Fords but do not fit very well in a '32 frame.
Ford used the old style synchro's in many of the '39 cars to use up existing stock. You cannot tell from the serial number, you have to look inside.
A small stainless steel heat shield mounted between the header and steering box will make a big difference. Shield should not touch header.
Get the car on the road with the flathead. If, when you drive it, you find that the flathead and closed driveline are too troublesome, then do...
The prefix was often not included in the serial number stamped on the frame in some locations. I read the number as *1513501* . That would make...
[ATTACH] You are probably thinking of the aftermarket frame adapters sold by Hurst and others. Please see item A-28 in the upper left of the...
Did it turn when you first got it, four months ago? I would contact the rebuilder before doing anything.
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The F100 box will require some modifications to fit. A new mounting flange will have to be added to the box. The hole in the frame will have to...
Another source is used bed frames. Check your local thrift stores. They often have a bunch of old donated bedframes for sale
I like to pre-lube using a pressurized bottle of oil connected to the pressure gage fitting or some other direct connection to the engine oil...
It is a '37 - early '38 block with '36 heads.
"52 - '54 Ford pedal assembly will fit nicely, but there must be some added bracing to the firewall.
Ford truck somewhere from '33 to '39.
It is still one of my favorite roadsters. I am glad to see that it was restored to its former glory.
The coupe used to live at Garrett's Esso station across the street in this picture.[ATTACH]
I remember this coupe when it was white and had a small amount of tasteful red striping. It was one of the better hot rods in Hopewell in the...
Thank you for this. I have a couple of tubes which need to be straightened.
If you are using an original '32 front crossmember, it is easy to built mounts to fit the engine to the original mount locations.
If the driveshaft is a one piece extension of the pinion, it is probably from a Mercury. They used that design before the war. The remaining...
Not working, I only get an error message.
I have had good luck with using steering stabilizers to smooth things out. They will not compensate serious problems. You have to have no...
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I believe the use of the tube started in 1933 and was also in 1934. The later tube will fit into the '32 steering box. Most of the repro's are...
Those heads are made for the flat top pistons used in the earliest 21 stud flatheads. Your '36 engine should have domed top pistons which will...
That 265 engine is a 1955. It did not belong in a '56 Vette.
AMC also used those calipers in the '70's. They could be out of an AMC Concorde or Spirit.
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