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I'm in need of a new fuel pump or rebuild kit for a 1950 Mercury 255 cid flathead. I can't find either listed anywhere. All other years seem to...
Does anyone know the correct part number for a 1950 Mercury clutch pedal return spring and were I can purchase one?
Does anyone think that the problem could be in the shift column?
Mac, Thanks for your response to my transmission problems. After receiving your answer, I got under my car to check for slop in the shift levers....
Thanks for your answers. Can anyone tell me how much play is acceptable in shift rods? (up and down and sideways)
The shift rods and levers on my 1950 Mercury 3-speed overdrive transmission frequently get locked up, mostly in reverse. I must raise the hood...
Thanks for your reply. The problem has existed since I purchased the car a couple of years ago.
Thank you all for your replies. Perhaps I should back up a bit and address my reason for asking these questions in the first place. When I...
Thank you Ray for your "to the point answer". Do you know if that stock transmission would be the T86 that is often referred to?
I have a stock 1950 Mercury and am wondering what Borg Warner overdrive transmission would have been installed at the factory.
My 50 Merc seems to siphon fuel back to the tank. After being parked for a couple of days, the clear glass inline fuel filter is empty. I'm told...
I'm considering 17" Brockman Steelpacks (24" oal). I'm wondering if they'd be too loud. Any thoughts?
Does anyone have experience with 17" body (24" oal) Brockman Steelpack mufflers on a stock Merc flathead.? I'm wondering if they would be toooo loud.
I have been searching for a SIMPLE answer, not a long dissertation on muffler placement. Will steelpack mufflers be quieter mounted forward or...
Good morning, I own a 1950 Mercury Coupe in need of a new wiring harness. The big question is should I stay 6 volt or go 12 volt ?? Thanks for any...
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