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I cant wait to see the progress
I just sent you an email regarding the clutch assembly Jim. It contains a picture from a parts diagram that I have. Part # 7509 is the main piece...
Thanks Jim. I will send you an email with pictures tomorrow when I get the car up in the air. There is an issue with the mounting location on the...
I didnt think of the crankshaft possibly being replaced during and rebuilds of the motor, if any. I will pull the manual trans off tomorrow and...
Maybe after a year or so I can do the C4 swap. We will see how long the FOM trans lasts. I posted a new thread on the main board to see if any one...
Has anyone ever installed a 53' fordomatic trans on a 49' or 50' ford 8ba flathead engine? It currently has a 3 speed manual attached to it. I...
I forgot to talk about the pilot bushing Jeff. You have me wondering now. Currently the trans is bolted up to the block in the car. I will try to...
Thanks for the input missysdad. Its true that the C4 is definetly the better option for the trans. If only money grew on trees, the C4 would have...
If your going to run radials, I would say that a 205/75/15 would probably be a good size for you to go with especially it being lowered 3". Its...
Sorry about my spelling. I'm posting off of my cell phone.
Thanks Jim. I did consider going with the C4 conversion and priced out what it would roughly cost me. It would be a safer and more reliable way to...
Hi there everyone. My car is a 53' Ford Mainline. I installed a 49' 8ba with a 3 speed manual transmission. I decided that I am going to run a...
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25 years old. Started off with a 71' Nova 350/350 setup 10 years. Then picked up a 70' Plymouth Duster with no drive train. Built a 360 with a 727...
Tough guys and super load music kill it for me. Unique hot rods and gearheads who actually know what they are talking about make for a great show.
Im on the same boat. I went to the salvage yard and found a 62' 2 door falcon with the same style split bench seat that is in way better condition...
Congrats!
I was recommended by few hot rod buddies.
Welcome Chente from Anaheim. Not too far from you.
Welcome from so cal Dan. Love the ride!!
Looks Clean
I was wondering how to retrofit my stock 8ba setup to accomidate a pvc system. I have only seen it done when a aftermartket carbuerator (4bbl) is...
Welcome to the group buddy.
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Planning on having the car ready by then.
Hey there fellas. Anyone looking to get rid of a trans crossmember and/or driveshaft? Im sure that a setup from a 52' or 53' will fit my...
Welcome from so cal
Welcome from So Cal.
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