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Here is a picture of the metal '40 PU front fenders.

I have a decent pair of '40 steel front fenders with inner panels. They are out west near Seattle.

Newer Optima batteries are now apparently made in Mexico. You might check Amazon and read poster's feedback there to get an idea of satisfaction. I changed my mind on Optimas and bought an Exide made battery from Costco.

A vote for Northern classic here!!

Why not go to your local auto paint dealer-supply source, rather than depend on potentially receiving ?? info. The paint dealer might also offer a suggestion of using single stage rather than base/clear.

Walt, the engine is a '52 Merc--all is original. Maybe I did not properly describe the retainer in using the words "V-style" for the retainer. the retainer fits into a V-slot in the block, the retainer opening for the seal is a half-round channel.

My gasket kit has two fiber rope seals and also the black ones which I believe is impregnated with graphite. It appears softer & more easily pressed into the V-shaped retainer. I assume that the black seal set does not need to be soaked in oil!! CORRECT?? Thanks again to all for advice.

No I have not bolted it up but will give that a try!! Thanks

The original sleeve looked a bit pitted so I ordered a new smooth sleeve (w/o grooves) and the full circle seal for the front of the 8ba crank. Turns out that the new sleeve slides on rather easily, yet the original Ford sleeve requires a bit of effort to get it on the shaft--like a moderate...

From having collected spare parts here & there from old junker motors, i am in the process of cleaning up and getting rid of some items. So, can you help to identify what year this distributor is? At the top is a "3"--at the bottom is 35513. Near the bottom bolt hole is stamped "LOMAC" The...

Just last month I was swayed to sell to a fellow in Perth. A one pound item cost $25.+ which included tracking only in the USA and no insurance. I sweat it out but after two weeks the item arrived. I cannot understand such costs. So from here on out my ebay selling will be limited to...

"A-231"---I wrote it down & will stop by!

Appreciate your time and sharing helpful wisdom.

First: The new 8ba crank is in, checked out plastiguaged @ .015, so all is A-OK so far & turns freely with assembly lube. The crank gear is installed with the proper small key. So the oil slinger slides on and has a keyway slot but there is no key for that slot to fit into because the gear's...

First bought a cheapo Silver Beauty, not too bad. Picked up a Century=better, then bought a Miller=very impressive & superior machine. Another point I was told is that the larger machines usually have more range ability and will usually do a better job of welding finer thickness metals...