Search results

I have lost count of the number of times the trunklid on my 41 has decided to give me the chop. Are replacement hinge springs available (and are they any good) or is there another method that I could consider?

Folks, Pardon me while I ruminate for a bit. I have a dual intake manifold for my 59 flathead marked Hexagon Tool Company. The carbs face backwards. I understand that the manifold was intended for front wheel drive race cars, so the carbs would then be facing in the correct direction - bowls...

A recent traffic accident has put me in the market for some 41 parts. I got shunted into the car in front so I need: 41 grille centre and sides Front & rear bumpers an over riders Drop me line if you can help

I’m planning an oil change for both my gearbox and differential. Stock 41 side shift box and banjo. Last time this was a pretty laborious operation lying on the floor with a hand operated pump for quite a while. Floor is pretty cold down under this time of year. Thought I’d ask what are you...

Folks, I think my 41 would benefit from the fitment of a rear Panhard bar. Too much sideways movement in the rear. I know that 46-48 cars had Panhards fitted, but my 41 has none of the mounting holes on the rear cross member. The other thing, the rear wishbone doesn't seem to have any extra...

A while back I replaced the leaking selector shaft seals on my 41 - side shift box To do so, I had to drill out the tapered pins (357534-S) that secured the selector arm to the shaft. I replaced the pins using bolts with shanks, but a slightly loose fit left me with a loose gear selector. I...

I'm in the final throes of rebuilding a 59A flathead. I'll be the first to say I'm an electrical guy, so I have been relying on manuals etc and advice from friends on this journey. Nothing special - 8BA internals (pistons rods and valves) bored .060 over. New Mellings oil pump. The crank was...

I can recall reading that there are different flathead dipstick/tube combinations that could result in wrong oil level readings. I'm currently putting a 59A flathead together. I don't know it's history, but it's been 'rebuilt' in the past When fully inserted in the tube, the dipstick tip is...

I recently had a charging system problem on my 41. Car is stock except for a 12V negative earth conversion. The stock ammeter has the inductive loops on the back of the gauge that the main power line feeds through. The ammeter failed to show any deflection even though I was drawing on the...

I'm doing a refresh on a 59AB (I'm not an engine guy). It's been sitting for a while and has some stuck valves. It already has 8BA internals - crank, rods valves and pistons. I ordered a set of LZ valve springs from a very reputable supplier, but the 'LZ' springs don't seem to be as 'beefy'...

This is probably a foolish question but I have to ask. I'm looking for a good core for rebuild to replace the smokey 11A in my 41. The car is driver quality only. My preference would be to start with a 59 or 99 239 block. So far, I have found a few 8BA's. They are far more common down under...

The 221 in the 41 is getting a little smoky. I'm on the lookout for a decent core for a rebuild. Pref 59AB or 99AB. I was having a chat with a mechanic buddy about the possibility or rebuilding an old stationary mill (get set). He told me that an ex stationary engines were less preferable for...

All, I'm getting bits and pieces together for a fresh replacement street engine for the '41. Johnson adjustable lifters seem hard to find. Lots of 'Johnson Style' out there, but I want to avoid 'Happy Lucky Rooster' or 'Dancing Peacock' brands if you get my meaning. What is recommended in...

Just lately, the 41 (stock) has started grinding the gears. Not all the time, but noticeable. I'm also getting grinding from neutral to first or reverse. Again intermittent. I have checked the oil and all is clean and OK - no filings - so far. First I thought it was a winter issue, but now...

My 41 Ford convert is all stock (except lower and a 12v conversion). It's been running well, but just lately I have detected a whirring noise while driving and a slight vibration at speed. I suspect the noise and vibration was the starter not fully disengaging from the flywheel. I deduced this...

When I converted the 41 to 12 V, I went to an external coil. The kit included a condenser. Car runs fine, but I had ignition noise through the 12v radio, so I installed a noise filter and it stopped. 8 months later it's come back, so I'm guessing the filter has died young. Before I start to...

All, Can someone walk me through the steps to remove and refit the steering column gear selector arm (P/N 7202) on my 41? I'd also like to replace the rubber sleeve. Is it simply a matter of removing the retaining pin, or does it require additional steps? Any assistance appreciated.

All, Can anyone assist? I'm looking for a wiring schematic for a 41 Ford electric convertible top. This is not a hydraulic pump/ram system like later models. There is a motor either side operating a screw jack assembly. I understand these are shunt wired motors and I should be able to...

All, I have searched this, but to no avail. I'm helping a friend get his 46 convertible top to work. The car is stock 6V +ve earth and has a hydro electric system. Pump mounted on the firewall and hydraulic rams in the rear. The pump runs and rams move, but I'm able to get the hydraulic pump...

I need the centre section for the windscreen interior garnish mould. My current interior centre piece seems to go behind where the left and right windshield garnish moulds meet at the bottom (behind the antenna nut) and this leaves an unsightly gap. I'd rather get another than monkey with...