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[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Here are my two V8-60’s I’m trying to create. One is a 1937 tin side small bearing motor. The other is a...
Is there a conversion kit to convert my 1947 flathead round type distributor to the crab style? The base looks the same on the 42-45 crab style...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] I’m building a 1932-3w. I moved the radiator out 2” and using a 1947 flathead. My question is how close should the fan be to the...
[ATTACH] I have a 59a flathead with big bore and stroke (296) Navarro 10.0 heads. When I calculate the compression ratio I get 10.86:1. That’s...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] I have a 296 flathead and I’m going to use my Navarro heads. These heads have 10.0 stamped on them. Is that the...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] I’m building a 296” flathead with Potvin super 3/8 cam. I’m thinking about using Manley Race Flo 1.6 for the intake and 1.5 for...
This is engine number 6. I’ve been buying flatheads like they’re going out of style, which they are. Everyone had issues but only one was...
this is the 1941 gear set [ATTACH] this is the 1940 gear set. [ATTACH] I have two flathead 3-speed transmissions. One is a 1940 and one is a...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] I have two 59a flatheads. Both have damage. The block on...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] Going the full Schmidt on this build. This is my ‘32 Ford and the inspiration that got me loving these rolling bones cars.
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Why would Don Garlits say there were only 800 3-window coupes made?
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] I have the body leveled in all directions getting ready to do a heavy chop. Still need to add a couple more braces and the...
[ATTACH] I’m using a 1941 Ford car rear ended in my ‘32 ford. I see some stamping on the bottom of it. Hard to tell but looks like something-34....
[ATTACH] I have a question about how the yoke end of a Ford wishbone is welded to the tube end. Is it just a butt weld or is the yoke partially in...
I’ve been searching for the vintage style Firestone ribbed dirt track tires in a 4.50-16 with no luck. The closest I can find are the 5.00-16...
Does the 59AB ford flathead need two temperature gauges? Or is the radiator the common reservoir tying both sides of the motor together? Thanks,...
[ATTACH] This is my father in law’s car. He was in a bad rollover accident and crushed his hand. This was in 1949. Does anyone know what car this...
I’m having an issue with the A-pillars. Not sure what is off or how to correct it. I know Ben built his 3-window but I can’t get ahold of him. Tony
[ATTACH] I know the rear most body to frame bolts on the 3w’s are spring loaded to help prevent the body cracks along the tail panel to quarter...
[ATTACH] I’m building a 3w coupe and was wondering if a Lemans style flip top fuel door would be considered traditional? I want to mount it on...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] Is there another piece that covers the rockers. Some piece must keep the lower body line
[ATTACH] I have a ‘39 trans in my 3-window coupe. It seems about two inches too short to comfortably use. Anyone know the original length of the...
What does the steering column lock actual lock? The steering wheel or the ignition toggle switch? [ATTACH]
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[ATTACH] [ATTACH] How is the door jamb cover attach to the rear quarter panel on a brookville body? Is it nailed to the wood post on both sides...
[ATTACH] This is just sitting in a field. Any idea what it’s from.
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] I moved the push bar/ license plate up 2” I think it looks better
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] What did Ford do to secure the body to the firewall in 1932? I’m building a 3-window and I am wondering what Ford did...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] I’m scratch building a ‘32 Ford 3-window coupe and have an issue with the parking brake lever. The...
I will be using the 36-39 Ford wide 5 wheels on my 32 Ford recreation. I have five of these wheels and all are 16x4. Does anyone know if there...
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