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    Air cleaner

    I got my Grace & Company Products air cleaner from Gear Drive today. He said he had a few left if anyone is interested. Nice looking air cleaner.
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    Turn signal switch

    Time to install a turn signal switch on my 49 Ford car. I am thinking about using the *** Electro Tech switch. I know some folks on here have used this switch in the past and i was wondering if anyone has had any problems with the unit or any problems with their tech line. Any answers would be...
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    First start

    I started my 49 8BA today for the first time. Everything went fine. I used all the suggestions that i have read on the Ford Barn about first start ups. No leaks and about 28lbs oil pressure. Alternator was charging about 13.5 volts. After the holidays i am going to put the front seat in and take...
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    Cornhead grease and steering gear oil.

    Will cornhead grease mix with steering gear oil? I have a slow leak on the steering gear on my 49 Ford car. oil looks to be about half way down in the gear box. I don't really want to start loosening bolts and mess with the adjustment. If the mix is not a good idea i will look for some 140 gear...
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    49 Ford rear axel vent

    I have the rear axel vent out of my 49. It is probably the first removal since new. It was really crudded up. Should i be able to blow through it or does it take a certain amount of pressure? Thanks.
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    49 Ford O.D. kickdown switch

    When installing the kickdown switch , does it go all the way against the bottom of the floor board or is there a certain hight adjustment for underneath the gas pedal? Thanks.
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    Vacuum Advance

    This question is for the guys using Bubbas chevy electronic conversion distributor. I have a stock 8BA and stock 94 carburetor. Are you using vacuum from the carburetor or intake manifold? I will be starting this engine for the first time before long and this might help. Thanks
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    Fuel pressure regulator

    On my 49 V8 project car I have a 12v electric low pressure fuel pump to use part time as needed. It is mounted on the driver side frame rail ahead of the rear wheel. I bought a Holley 1-4psi low pressure regulator to use. My question is do you think it will be okay to mount this regulator after...
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    Nylon vs Copper

    I am going to install an under the dash oil pressure gauge. What would work the best, nylon or copper installation tubing. This is on my 49 ford car. Thanks.
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    Gauges

    Hello everyone. I am getting ready to add some accessory gauges on my 49 Ford project car. My question is about using mechanical or electric gauges for water temp. and oil pressure. I am leaning towards the S/W electric gauges. Has anyone used these and have problems? Thanks.
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    Wiring Help

    Hello everyone. I have been a long time follower of the Ford Barn and now I need some help. I am in the process of wiring my 49 Ford project car and have some questions. I am using an original style wiring harness and original switches. I am also converting to 12volts. I have a fuse type...
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