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"Sign of the times" - Shitty business practices get talked about over and over and over! You can be done with it but some people think they (...
Just spoke with Richard at DB about getting the 600X16 replacements that are 195/80R/16 for my 1950 Ford pickup. Been looking at their catalog...
I had Jere Jobe put together my intake and carbs. I have stock heads on '49 8BA. He said he uses the NGK B6HS plugs gapped at .028 and had never...
Is there a solid state voltage regulator that can be used with a Ford 12volt generator?
It there a Solid State Voltage Regulator that could be used with the 12 volt generator?
Yes with the firewall and an extra wire grounded.
I have a 1950 ford f1 pickup that was chaged to 12 volts. The bearings in the generator that was installed had gone bad so I replaced with rebuilt...
Thanks for the suggestions. I plan on checking the crankshaft flange and the bellhousing and trans housing. Any other suggestions?
I have a rebuilt 8BA flathead with a three speed toploader. The flywheel was resurfaced and new clutch, pilot and throwout bearing. Bad clutch...
My question is - Can I use a 12 volt generator from a 1964 f100 truck on my 1950 F1 truck that has been converted to 12 volts? I thought you could...
I am going to be starting my Ford v8 flathead for the first time after a fresh rebuild. I am running two Holley 94's. What is the best way to...
Thanks for the info. John
I will be purchasing a timing light so I can set the timing during the initial start up of my rebuilt flathead. I need the break in the cam shaft...
I have converted my generator to 12 volts in my 1950 F1 Ford and now need a pulley/fan that uses a 5/8" belt. Any ideas for replacement parts....
I am changing a 1950 F1 Ford V8 to 12 volts with a generator. I am looking at a 1960 voltage regulator. They have 30 amp and 40 amp. Which one do...
Does anyone know if 1948-1950 trucks fender wells were painted the body color or painted black from the factory? John
You are so right JCMARZ! I have just realized that Ford was not the only truck maker in the 1950's.
If I am not mistaken the 1948-1950 cabs had the small rear window. The 1951-1952 had the larger rear window.
They bought my 1959 Caddy. Everything went very smooth. Quick with the money.
Great pics. The Brown Truck looks killer. Enjoy your stay.
I give my neighbor credit for planting the idea that you work and build what you drive. I was six and he was in high school fixing, driving,...
Sounds like oil board used for stencils. Art supply stores should carry it.
I used a $4.00 pac of small wire brushes for a Dremel tool from Harbor Freight. It has a few different sizes and shapes in the pac. I have an Offy...
Why are you not on the Alliance Vender list?
Well after using the search feature :eek:, I noticed that most people using undercoating lived in an area that have harsh winters. Most people...
Sounds like undercoat of some type. It will be an everyday truck. Thanks, John
I am getting my 1950 Ford F1 ready for paint. I had thought I wouldn't undercoat the fenders or body, but I have had a couple of people at work...
I had a 1959 Caddy for a few years. Visited the local pool hall/bar. Next thing I hear is a some guy talking about this killer 57' Chevy in the...
Thanks for the info. RM&C, the color is a solid light powder blue. I think I will paint it in parts and make sure the paint is well mixed each...
One other thing is that I have never painted a car or truck. The body was removed and frame and brakes repaired and painted.
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