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    1951 Fordomatic reluctant to go into Drive or Reverse

    Oops, i didn't think the first post got posted, but it did. Sorry
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    1951 Fordomatic reluctant to go into Drive or Reverse

    My 1951 convertible with Fordomatic sometimes does not want to go into drive or reverse when I move the shifter. I've checked the fluid level and it is full. What could cause the transmission to fail to go into drive or reverse?
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    1951 Fordomatic reluctant to go into Drive or Reverse

    My 1951 convertible with Fordomatic sometimes does not want to go into drive or reverse when I move the shifter. I've checked the fluid level and it is full. What could cause the transmission to fail to go into drive or reverse?
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    Changing oil in my 1935 steering box .

    Me, too, on our 1951 Shoebox convertible.
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    Electric Fuel Pump Circuit

    I have an electric fuel pump that maintains an electrical pathway when the car has oil pressure (if your oil pressure sender grounds when the pressure is zero), and is overridden by a momentary switch for priming the carburetor. The MOM-OFF-ON switch can be hidden as a theft-deterrent feature...
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    Replacement Radiator

    I recently had the radiator of my 1951 V8 Ford recored...yes there are shops that still do that. It cost a bit more then the new Shoebox Central radiator, but the peace of mind that it was sure to fit the car it came out of was worth it.
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    Wrench for brake master cylinder size

    On my 1951 Ford I use a 6" extension for a 3/4" socket wrench. It fits the master cylinder cover, and I turn it with a 3/4" open end wrench.
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    Red's Headers ??

    Yes, I have. It took a few phone calls to get to talk to a real human. The guy who finally answered my call was very knowledgeable and helpful. I was able to order a set of headers for my 1951 Ford CONVERTIBLE (convertible headers are different because of the convertible frame.). It took...
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    Lower radiator hoses on an 8BA

    I had my 1951 radiator recored and I fought with the lower hoses for hours. I eventually found a solution. Lower the radiator all the way down onto the lower U-shaped bracket. Attach the hoses to the lower radiator inlets, but do not secure them. Lube the water pump outlets and the hoses that...
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    8BA paint color

    Thanks.
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    8BA paint color

    I still don't know what paint you used.
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    8BA paint color

    I still don't know what paint he used.
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    8BA paint color

    Hi Joe, you didn't say what paint you used.
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    8BA paint color

    The paint is for my 8BA engine, not for my car.
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    8BA paint color

    Where can I buy spray cans of the correct color for my 1951 8BA?
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