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    VIN (ID) Plate location '38 Ford Standar Coupe

    TJ and JSeery, After almost 80 yrs would imagine could be difficult to see. But will be looking for those stars. thanks John
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    VIN (ID) Plate location '38 Ford Standar Coupe

    skidmarks, I went back and looked at those pictures and from what I'm able to make out, it's pretty similar to my '39 85hp. Thanks John
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    '38'Cable brakes with 'Floaters'

    Significant amount of credible inf., ford38v8. I watched his youtube video and if this car is viable I think your inf on Flathead Ted's floaters is convincing. Thanks John
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    VIN (ID) Plate location '38 Ford Standar Coupe

    Thanks Charlie John
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    '38'Cable brakes with 'Floaters'

    OK ! WOW. Quick response! Thanks alanwoodieman, will check that google and what you say makes a lot of sense regarding inner cable and shield. thanks again, John
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    VIN (ID) Plate location '38 Ford Standar Coupe

    Thanks 19Fordy for the pic of trans #. The *'s before and after number could help point out number. And yes, Skidmarks oil fill on my 39 (85) is rear engine, good point. Thanks to both of you, John
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    '38'Cable brakes with 'Floaters'

    Hello again: Thought it would be best to start a new thread RE: cable brakes. I know '37 and '38s have cable brakes, but have also heard 'cable brakes in conjuction w/ 'floaters', and kept well adjusted can function almost as well as 'juice' (my 39) brakes'. Would probly like to keep original...
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    VIN (ID) Plate location '38 Ford Standar Coupe

    Thanks Charlie, Went to VanPelts site and will be looking for number on frame under hood. Number beginning sequence will also tell me if it's a 60HP (82A) or 85hp (81A). Pictures of this car have not been that detailed or close up enough to tell as engines appear lower in engine compatrment on...
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    VIN (ID) Plate location '38 Ford Standar Coupe

    Hello everyone!: Think this is my first post on The Ford Barn. I have a '39 Tudor Deluxe, but may be looking at a '38 Ford standard coupe. Have a feeling plate is on firewall, but not sure of location on wall. Any help is well appreciated. Thanks, John
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