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    49 Merc Flathead Overdrive Trans

    I have a very nice overdrive trans from a 49 v8 for sale. It is complete, very clean, and in good working order. I will include the clutch plate and flywheel/ring gear but I am using the stamped bell housing for another project. Asking $400.
  2. Ehlien

    49 Merc Flathead to C4 Adapter

    Looking for an adapter and misc parts to mate a ford C4 trans to my 49 Merc Flathead 8
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    What is a Fair Price for 49 Merc Overdrive Trans

    Anybody know what a fair price is for a 49 Merc overdrive tans in great shape?
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    49 Merc Flathead Overdrive Trans

    Anybody know what a fair price is for a good 49 Merc trans with overdrive??
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    Upgrading to T5 vs AOD Automatic

    I'm looking to upgrade my 49 Merc flathead with overdrive transmission to either a T-5 or AOD automatic. I have seen both conversions but not sure what the advantage and disadvantages of either are for both assembly and performance. Any feed back would be appreciated. So I'm dropping a 49 Merc...
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    Adapting Power Steering to a 49 Merc 8

    Has anyone adapted/mated a GM (or other) power steering pump to a 49 Merc Ford Flat 8 ? I'm dropping the engine into an S-10 chassis that has a power steering gear box. Thanks
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    Paint Removal

    Can anyone recommend a product that will actually remove automotive primer. I have some paint stripper that cuts right through the paint but doesn't make a dent in the primer.
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    Prepping a Rusty Body Panel for Paint

    So I have this truck from OK that the sun has baked the paint off. Now its cracked and starting to show minor surface rust peaking through. I put a 3M disc on it to start taking it down to the bare metal but in places it has some minor rust staining or very, very minute surface pits the disc...
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    Converting to a GPS Speedo

    I have a 49 Merc flat head 8 and trans. I am trying to determine the feasibility of converting from a cable driven to a GPS activated but I do not know much about them or how they are installed etc. Any info that anyone could provide would be greatly appreciated..
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    6v vs 12 volt Overdrive Components Revisited

    I 'm planning to upgrade my 49 Merc v8 to a 12 volt system. When I do I need to make adjustments for the overdrive components. Which may tolerate the upgrade and which need to be updated, converted or can be adjusted some way. Also what are good sources for those that need replacement...
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    49 Merc 3 Speed Overdrive Parts Identification

    I'm trying to adapt a floor shifter to my 49 Merc overdrive trans but to do that I have to identify some of the components that are hung on the side of the overdrive and how they function. Specifically there is a lever on the tail section, behind the solenoid on the same side as the shift...
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    Need Hurst Shifter Mountng Brackets for 49 3 speed

    I'm looking for the mounting brackets for a Hurst Indy 3 speed shifter to mount the shifter to a 49 ford/merc flat head s speed 8 trans. Can anyone help?
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    49 Merc Shifter Linkage

    I'm looking for a drawing of a floor shifter linkage for a 49 mercury with overdrive and a flat head 8 . I'm also looking for parts to put one back together. Any help would be appreciated. :D
  14. Ehlien

    49 Merc Shift Linkage

    Looking for the linkage and a floor shifter to fit a 49 Merc manual trans
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    Adding Power Steering to a 49 Merc V8

    Has anyone had any experience adding a power steering pump to a flat head 8? Thanks
  16. Ehlien

    Converting 49Merc V8 to 12 Volt

    I planning to convert my 49 Merc flat head to a 12 volt alternator with negative ground and Petronic solid state pointless distributor system. All the cab wiring will be new . What considerations/adjustments do I need to make to the stock 6 volt coil, starter, overdrive solenoid and any other...
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    49 Merc V8 Cable Clutch Linkage Conversion

    Anyone have experience making this conversion ?? Thanks
  18. Ehlien

    Converting a 49 Merc to a T-5 Trans or.....

    I have a 49 Merc flat head with a 3 speed and overdrive. I am trying to figure out if I can convert it to a T-5 trans that uses a hydraulic throw out bearing so I can eliminate the mechanical clutch linkage. Dose anyone have any experience with this?. Alternatively does anyone know if there...
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    Converting to a Hydraulic Throw Out Bearings

    I have a 49 Merc flat head with a 3 speed and overdrive I am try out figure out how to use in a Studebaker truck project on an S 10 chassis. The cab is bare so I don't have any pedal assemblies or linkages and I do not have the throw out bearing or yoke for the trans. I'm looking for options and...
  20. Ehlien

    Automatic Trans Conversion Advice

    Hi I am new to the site. I have a 47 Studebaker pick up going on an S -10 chassis and I'm putting in a 49 Merc 8CM flat head. Since its a bare cab and chassis right now and I don't have any shift pedal assembly or trans shifter linkage components so thought it would be easier to convert to...
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