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I have a 57 T-Bird with a 4150 Holley 4 brl carb. This is the same carb that was on it new. It has started this issue about 5 moths after...
I have been told that there is no need to apply clear coat over a single stage acrylic urethane paint. I am using Sherman Williams DIMENSION...
Who can tell me something about using hydraulic assisted brakes instead of vacuum assisted brakes? I put disc on the front of may Ranchero and...
OK, this one has this guy stumped. I have a 59 Ford Ranchero (very nice car). I installed power brakes along with disc's up front. It was a kit...
Does anyone know if Ford or an after market company ever made the "Turbo" hub cap in a 15" version. I know that it was originally a one off (1957)...
OK Ford guys, I have a 57 T Bird with auto tranny. The tranny shifts great, but when in reverse and if you hit the throttle just a tad hard, she...
How difficult is it to change out the rear oil seal in a 57 T-Bird? It sure looks like the oil pan will just fall out with no trouble. Has anyone...
For sale is my 1959 Ford Ranchero Resto-Mod. Asking $18,00 but will discuss. The vehicles is a frame-on restoration where every single part...
OK guys, a question. I am replacing my upper and lower control arm bushings on my 59 Ranchero. Why? Because when turning tightly I hear and very...
Does anyone know the alignment specs on a 1959 Ford Ranchero? Thanks
Fabulous opportunity for someone thinking about getting into the very popular and fun cackle car business. Nothing quite like it. To have and to...
Anyone have one laying around not being used that may want to rent it out? Need to live +or- 100 miles of dallas. Let me know at BPerrenot@Hotmail.com
I can only find 1957-1958 body mounts kits listed at any of the places that sells them. Does anyone on here know if the 1959 body mount kit is the...
The Gizzle Hopper will be at the NHHRR August 28 and 28 at Epping NH. A once in a lifetime opportunity to suit up, crawl in and fire up a Nitro...
I need to talk someone who is a Ford 351w whiz kid. I know the engine blocks were basically the same from 68 to 70, but then in 71 they went to a...
I know that you can swap out the entire front clips between same year model Ford & Edsel cars . Does anyone know if the complete dash assembly...
Anyone out there have a good right front fender for a 1959 Ford. When I say good, I mean repairable.
Can anyone tell me where I can purchase a "good precision" set of hydraulic lifters for my 351W engine. The last three cam kits I have purchased...
I just installed a new 1969 Mustang gas tank and sending unit in my 59 Ranchero. She went right in with only minor modifications on the under...
I am replacing the gas tank in my 59 Ford Ranchero. You simply cannot find a new gas gauge sending unit for the old one. The new tank is a 1969 20...
I have a disassembled used 1971 Ford 351W long block available. FREE: just come and get it. After early next year she goes to the metal scrap...
I am looking for a new gas tank to install in my 1959 Ford Ranchero. The early mustang tanks look perfect since they are a drop in from the top...
A Power Steering system for a 1957 to 1959 Ford full size car or Ranchero. The system is complete as far as I can tell. It may lack a bolt, washer...
I need two things for the CHHR this year. Here they are in order of importance. 1) A period correct push car truck to push start the...
Sorry, but I have been MIA from this forum for a while. My wife and I just finished up a 15 day river cruize down Russias rivers. We went from St....
Guys, I have a more or less complete 312 Y-Block short block. It is apart and the parts look really good. I have the block, crank, rods & pistons,...
Who makes the best disc brake conversion (front only) for a 57 Thunderbird. It needs to be one that lets me retain the original 14" wheels. Thanks
I need the correct carburator and air cleaner for a 1957 Thunderbird. I am in the process of re-restoring (it was 100% restored some 30 years...
Disc front, drum rear. My brakes work fine. However they feel wierd sometimes. Here is what happens. First start up: brakes are fine, but a tad...
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