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Larryb My name is Dave, I would like to see if I can help you and I am an old time mechanic and have done a lot of brakes. If you would be...
Sounds like you have a bad master. Also keep in mind that the rear port on the master goes to the front brakes. And the front port closest to the...
Yes, totally doable. Y block with a T5 yes. Modern Driveline sells an adapter plate to install trans to Y block. You may have to change the Clutch...
That steering column is out of a 53 Ford. Not a 54 Ford. They will not inter change, they are different lengths.
Hi Guys, I am selling the radio out of my '54 Ford, I had it rebuilt, converted to 12V, AM and FM Transistorized. I also have a 6x9 front...
Hi, I believe I can help you with your sway bar. I work with the manufacturer, we use to build the bars for 54/56 Fords, I believe we did a 56...
Orangedog, Thank you for the info. JeffB2,...
Thank you very much for the pictures. That was a big help. I like what you have done. Was that an over the counter cable or a custom made?
I like the idea of you using a cable for shifting. Can you show a picture of how it is attached to the column under the hood?
Hi, I checked my notes and it says KYBs #KG5514 should work. Hope this helps. You might also want to cut the lower stops in half, to keep from...
Guys, The majority of aftermarket brake kits install the calipers to the rear. Some factory cars like Mustang, Falcon, Comet had calipers on the...
Hi , I would try mounting the calipers on the back side of the spindle. I have sold a lot of these kits and installed them, to the rear of the...
Beachcruzer, You should consider using flat washers, instead of lock washers. They come in different thicknesses. You may have to use two thin to...
Hi, If it is not to late, I make reproduction shift lens for Fordamatics and C4 or AOD lenses for 54 Fords. If you would like to see them send me...
Hi Longroof, I have custom made caliper brackets for Wilwood calipers for Granada spindles. If you want to contact me, I have already sent you my...
Yes, I agree. A picture is worth a thousand words. On a 53 Ford there is a number of ways to lower the front. Cut the coil springs, replace the...
Hi, I had my door hinges and my hood hinges rebuilt by Rowland Hall. He is in Burbank, Calif. His shop #818 845 3574 I believe he can sell you...
My friend used my sand blaster and did his molding and used JB Weld to fill in the little pit holes and sanded and primer them. They look pretty...
I bought 6" of hose and it was about $8 or $9. This is re enforced fuel hose as per original.
I purchased mine at the parts store and it is made by Gates and usually sold by the inch in length and the part number for 2 1/4" inside diameter....
When I installed a Mustang rear end in my wagon, and my friends 54 Ford 2 door we had to move the purches inboard about an inch per side. I...
Here are the instructions on how to install Granada Steering on '54, '55, '56 Fords. These are copies of the original from Dick Cohen from Drop'em...
Thanks Jeff, Those disk brakes look like Ford LTD. I have had some experience with them. People complain of steering issues, backing up and...
Paul may be right. You may need a master cylinder. I would check the port that feeds the rear brakes on the master cylinder and try bleeding it...
Beermoney, If you can show pictures of the booster and master. If you can tell us how you plummed the brakes , front and rear. Did you use an...
Hi Longroof, I chose not to have surgery and I am doing physical therapy and exercises. I am a lot better now then I was a year and a half ago....
Hi Okiedokie, I have done a few in stainless steel and have had no issues. I would do more but they cost way to much money.
Hi Okiedokie, I am still here, I have slowed down a little bit trying to rehab. my shoulder. Been working on my wagon trying to get it back...
Just so everyone knows. In the last 15-20 years. The manufacturer of Master Cylinders does not install residual check value any longer in drum...
Thanks Jeff for your help
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