Recent content by Houbill

Looking through posts there is talk/pictures of a cradle. Where can I find info on them?

I want to get my engine (51) to a machine shop. Can I set it on the oil pan? The heads and exhaust/intake manifolds are off

Any recommendations for the parts kit for and original 1951 (V8) carb?

I am a first timer with the flathead V8, restoring a 1951 F1. Just purchased the Bishop and Oddo books. Several questions: How is the distributer removed/installed? It does not have an external clamp, etc like my 289's. Should the water pumps be rebuilt or purchased? If rebuilding how...

I know this is old but I am a new member. I use PPG products. The DPLF is a self-etching primer. I use it over the bare metal. I use PPG K-36 primer-filler over the DPLF, guide-coat sanding three applications.

Hello all. I am new to The Ford Barn. Been working on a frame-up resto of a 1951 F1 PU, flat head V-8. The truck belonged to a couple of my wife's uncles prior to me buying it in the 1980's. It had turned 100,000 miles when I bought it. Been working on it about three years now. Have the chassis...