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The Carson top is being installed on a 1951 Merc. It is was a 4 door converted to a 2 door.
Based on my research it is my understanding that Carson Tops were made from a material called Haartz Stayfast canvas. It would appear that they no...
Thanks for the info. If anyone has any photos of this assembly I would greatly appreciate it. I couldn't find anything on YouTube.
I've been told there's an adjustment on the steering box on my 1951 Mercury. I'm experiencing a considerable amount of play in the steering wheel...
I removed the driveline and took it to a shop who explained that there is a small vent hole at the center of the yoke. For unknown reasons trans....
Technical Problem: I changed the rear pinion seal on my 1951 Mercury. After I put everything back together and drove it around the block I...
Steve, I live in Santa Maria and I just read your entire thread. Very impressed with the work you did. I just bought a 51 Merc and I was hoping...
Thanks for all the info. I'm certain that this will point me in the right direction.
Can any HAMBers send me pics or explain the best method to convert a stock Merc Pan/Grill to an 11 tooth Desosto Pan/Grill. I recently purchased a...
I'm looking to purchase tires for my 51 Merc. I'm running 15x6 wheels with 56 Cadillac hubcaps. I wanted to run 670-15 with 3" white walls, but...
Can anyone share any knowledge on how to fit a 1956 Cadillac Hubcap and Wheel on a 51 Merc. The first problem I encountered was the stud pattern...
After reading the above posts I'm not sure if the questions was ever answered. I have a 51 Merc that I'm trying to put 56 Cadi hubcaps on. Like...
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