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I converted my '39 Ford truck from 6V positive ground to 12V negative ground. Everything worked fine when I had a temporary control panel (start button, on/off switch, etc.). In this temporary set-up, I used a 12V starter solenoid. When I wired everything permanently, I used the original 6V...

Thanks for all responses. I found a set of hollow headlight mount bolts at Mac's. They were too short so I cut them and welded in a 1" piece of steel tubing. They should work fine.

I see other car questions that get answers here. Why is my question so different??

I have a lead on a very low mileage 1966 289 V8. I was thinking about removing the 300 CI 6-cylinder from my dad's 1984 Ford F-150 and dropping in a V8. Does anyone know if the 289 will bolt up to the 3-speed manual transmission bellhousing currently in the 84 Ford?

I am searching for headlight bucket mount bolts for my '39 Ford 1/2 ton. The bolts are hollow to allow wiring to pass through. Mine were too rusted to be usable.