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    Wtb: 40 dlx h/l switch knob

    Looking for a new or like new Dennis Carpenter 40 Deluxe headlight switch knob, part number O1A-11661-B
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    39 Mercury Coupe in Movie

    Just watched a 1942 Lloyd Nolan movie “The Man Who Wouldn’t Die”. The real star of the movie was a 39 Mercury Coupe with some good screen time including interior views and a high speed chase.
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    Columbia

    When an early Ford V8 (up to 48), was equipped with a Columbia 2 speed rear, what was the usual gear ratio when the Columbia was NOT engaged?
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    56 Wheels, Continued

    Does anyone know what the BACKSET DIMENSION is on an OEM 56 Ford Fairlane wheel?? Thank you again, Steve
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    56 Fairlane Wheels

    I need 4 OEM style wheels for my 56 Fairlane Sunliner, are Vintique wheels any good? Any recommendations? Thanks, Steve
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    56 Ford wheel size

    What is the width of a 56 Ford Fairlane Sunliner OEM wheel? What is a good source for the purchase of a new OEM quality wheel for my 56? Thanks, Steve
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    Maybe a Question for Bubba?

    I'm running a Bubba GM distributer in an 8BA engine. 12 volt conversion, ballast resister bypassed, Bosch 00012 coil 3 ohm internal resister, GM condenser. Now the question: I need to replace the coil to distributer wire, can I use a 10 gage stranded copper wire??? Thank you, Steve
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    This one has me stumped!

    The car:'47 Ford coupe, driven frequently, 8BA engine, good oil pressure, runs cool, usually starts quite easily. Now the problem: Every so often, perhaps every thousand miles or so, I can't start the engine because it's locked up and the starter can't turn it over. The only way I can free up...
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    56 convertible rear springs

    How many leafs should there be in a 56 Fairlane Sunliner rear spring? Thank you in advance Steve
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    Front tube shocks 40 deluxe car

    Apparently, there is no commercially available front tube shock conversion kit for a 40 Ford car that is compatible with the front stabilizer bar; yet, some of you have successfully done this conversion. What has your solution been? Thanks, Steve
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    Throttle shaft leak after shut down

    I have a DC 94 carb on my 40 Ford 85 hp V8, it is about 5 years old. I am running 2lb fuel pressure. Lately, it has been leaking fuel from both ends of the throttle shaft after the engine is turned off. After the last time it occurred, I let the car sit for a couple days and then removed the top...
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    Y-block distributor wrench ?

    Can anyone tell me what the best distributor wrench is for the Ford y-block distributor hold down bolt?? Brand, part no., picture? Thanks, Steve
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    56 Sunliner question

    Are there supposed to be cover panels for the access openings on the interior side of the doors on a 56 Sunliner??
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    Which starter plate and why?

    Can anyone explain the correct application of which starter plate to use with a cast iron or stamped steel bell housing when doing a later flathead conversion in an early car and why it makes a difference?? Thanks, Steve
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    Y-Block 4V intake & Holley teapot & dist.

    I have an ECB 9425 B (55 T-Bird) 4V intake manifold, a Holley 4V teapot carb, and a 56 Y-Block dual vacuum distributor. All in good, use as is condition. Any interest in one or all of these items?? Thanks, Steve
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    1956 Ford "crush sleeve"

    Need a 1956 Ford Fairlane differential crush sleeve, NOS only, part # B6A4662A Thanks, Steve
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    57 distributor

    Need an orig. 57 Ford distributor in good condition for 292/312 Fairlane
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    Spin on oil filter for Y-block

    Were any Y-blocks factory built for “spin on” oil filters? Thanks, Steve
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    Carb Question

    I disassembled my Holley 94 carb and I noticed that the Pump Discharge Nozzle has a ball at the end of one nozzle and not at the end of the other nozzle. Is this normal?? thanks in advance
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    56 Power Brake Booster

    Need power brake booster, bracket, and related parts to convert from standard to power brakes 56 Ford Fairlane, original, useable parts only. Thank you
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