Recent content by BandidoLenny

Thanks guys! I will not plug the hole then.

I am in the process of changing the axle seal on my 53 Customline. I noticed that there is a “5th” hole in the brake shoe backing plate. This lines up with a cavity in the axle flange cover. (see pics) Does anyone know why this exists? It seems odd to me that the bearing would be open to the...

I don't know the answer to that. I guess you would just have to call and ask... Their number is 830-367-4333.

WOW!... What a beautiful car!

Once again ... Thanks guys! Lots of good knowledge here ;-)

I thought about and may go that route but... What about correcting the speedometer?

Thanks for the info everyone! Yes, I do have a 4.10 rear end... not sure if this car had overdrive originally or not but my speedo is correct. Maybe someone swapped in the 4:10 gears at some point? ...and corrected the speedo somehow? I want to keep my car original with 3 on the tree so I...

I have a 53 with a Flathead and a non-overdrive 3 speed. Can my current ****** be modified for overdrive or do I have to find a completely different transmission? The car will do 80mph on the highway but it prefers 70... I am looking to lower my RPM's at these speeds. I am currently running...

There is A&E machine shop here in Kerrville, Texas... I know the "old man" there has built his share of flatheads.

I realize that this is an older thread but... I just wanted to say that it's good to see other 52-54's out there!

Very cool indeed! Glad to see it gets out on the road every once in a while.

If you do buy a set of new shocks go with KYB's... Gabriels and Monroe's are NOT what they used to be.

There is something to be said about sticking with a tire shop or mechanic that you know and trust. If there is a problem, hopefully they will stand behind their product and treat you right.

If the inside of the tank "looks spotless", I would just run it as it is. You could take the sender unit to someone who works on electronics to see what they can do with it.