Recent content by Ironrod

3 Ford books for sale. 75 dollars. Green book in in excellent shape. The other two are good and fair.

Thanks to all of the reply's given for the books. as Always, very good information. Bob

Do these books have any value?

Did put oil in the cylinders, let it sit for two days. No luck LOL Thanks

Excellent idea. thanks

I am attempting to start the truck engine; this is what I found to date. Starter was not turning over, found a bolt and washer in the housing. Cleaned the starter terminal and ground. Installed the starter, worked great. Then spun the engine over without the spark plugs to check for oil...

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Does anyone know if this milage log was a dealer or an aftermarket item? Backside is in woodgrain color. The backside has a slot that may hold business cards. Bob

It really is not important what year the engine was manufactured; I like the treasure hunt to find out as much as possible about what I have. The post that mentions about different parts on the engine are very information and sometimes new information for me. I have learned new things about...

I am not able to get a clear photo of the date code, Engine has stamped S 4 no second letter visible, and the number 1 inside a line box. S=OCT 4th What does the number inside the box indicate, If anything?

I was able to get part of the date code on the truck engine I brought home. S 4 and the no other letter, after that a box with a 1 inside. I assume Oct. 10th would be correct, not knowing the year. Is it possible the box containing the 1 a rebuilders mark? I live about 50 miles south of Jasper...

Good thing I didn't let the camera see the other end of the shop. LOL

I want to thank everyone for the very thoughtful replies. When I saw that complete engine sitting in the corner, I made an offer to purchase the engine, knowing I was not letting it go to salvage. Downsizing is very difficult. After losing two close friends in the past few years with large...

Friend called me, wanted to know if I wanted a flathead out of 1949 truck, before it goes to salvage yard. Why do I do this?

Spare tire lock, I think it is a 1935, no key $50 Plus shipping.