Recent content by Paranyos

This motor would just be a spare, nothing exciting. I already bought the 37 pickup. Way cool, and my wife loves it!

I agree. I would hate to spend 500 on a piece of scrap.

He is asking $500

Thanks for the input! He is asking too much, I am going to pass.

I have no idea about the history of what has been done to the engine. The only parts on it are the ones I listed. I just wanted the block for a replacement in case of a future catastrophe. I am not looking for a complete engine.

No guarantee, just a nice fellow who says it is good.

Guys, I am looking for opinions on a fair price for a flathead engine. A guy I know is selling a 47 ford flathead v8 block with flywheel, heads and starter. The engine looks good and is not seized up. What would be a fair price to pay? Thanks for your input! Paul

Thanks to everyone for all of the suggestions! It is greatly appreciated.

Update: Now that the starter turns over, it has 5.6 volts at the starter. I then cleaned all contacts and checked again, still 5.6 volts. It starts right up as soon as I hit the starter button. It does have the front bracket that stabilizes the front of the starter. I will take the starter...

Thanks again guys! I am going back out this morning to check out your suggestions. I will report back

So you think I have 2 separate problems? Low voltage to the starter and something perhaps broken in the starter? I assume I should have 6 volts at the starter, so I guess I will start by finding out why I don't. Thanks!

When my wife would push the starter button, the only sound would be a click from the solenoid. The starter made no sound? I will take it apart and check it out. Thanks guys for the help! I love this forum! I have been here many times reading up on issues I have had, and always learn...

Wouldn't it make a sound when trying to start it?

It has a rebuilt 47 ford motor. Rebuilt 25 years or so ago. Other than that, everything is original.

Update: I just put it in 3rd gear and rocked it back and forth. I heard a clunk, took it out of gear, turned on the key, pushed the button and it started up with it's usual cranking. Turned it off and started it a few times, works great. Now, what does that mean? Do I have a flat spot on...