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  1. itsa52

    Oil filter threads on EBA heads??

    I picked up a nice set of EBA heads for my Merc, Problem is some of the threads that mount the oil filter on the left head have been drilled out. Two of the threads are actually a above the upper edge of the head and are no problem.. Question is, on the middle / lower one, does the boss inside...
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    wiring harness

    So where is everyone getting replacment wiring harnesses these day.. The place I use to get them went out of buisness, another that specializes in vintage replacment, Took an order over phone, said I could pay with check when recieved, but it's been since befoe Christmas and nothing yet.
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    If you haven't been,

    You really need to put this on your list. So many "lumpy-lumpy" Flatheads and open exhaust.. Wow.. http://hotrodhillclimb.com/ great follow up on FB if you are on it.
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    Dumb transmission question

    The Borge Warner T86 with R10 OD is a light weight 3 speed used in smaller Fords mid 50's into the 60's. It is a top loader with a 6 bolt top cover.. Curious if anyone has fit a top loader tower (39 or earlier) to it?
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    10M made in Canada heads

    Never heard of them before.. Anyone know about them? Steel, Aluminum. volume etc
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    1936, Std vs Deluxe

    I know it has been discussed or at least mentioned several times inthe past, But I am not able to find it.. So,, What are the differences between the two.. Not that it will make much difference, I like them all, just don't know the visible differences
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    Another 4 barrel question

    I just bought a setup with a 390 CFM holley which has an electric choke.. What has to be done to get it to work on a 6 volt system?
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    Auction in NE

    Dwight Bond of Gibbon glass is selling all his stash http://www.bramerauction.com/upcomingauctions/may27/index.html I know he has more than what is shown in the bill
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    OEM Dimmer switches

    I have several used floor mounted dimmer switches that where salvaged from early 50's Mercurys Good Ole made in USA, but used. All are tested for function, continuity and physical damage.. Price is for one and includes shipping to lower 48.. If you want several, message me and we will visit...
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    NOS 1952/1953 Mercury Accessory horn center

    I have a NOS Mercury accessory steering wheel horn center button..Chrome and plastic are near perfect, but as most NOS trim that is 60+ years old, not without some character marks.. I will probably be listing this on Freebay soon.. PM me for pics and info.
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    1953 Mercury Optional Driving lights

    I have a set of driver quality 1953 Mercury Fog/ Driving lights.. Housings are solid with no dents but are scratched and had rust. Buckets are ok, but two adjusting screws need attention, as threads are bad, Switch is complete.. I have this listed on eBay and a couple other internet sights..eBay...
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    6 Voltwipers

    A cleaned tried and tested 53 Ford F 100 6 Volt electric wipers system complete with linkage and switch (Switch is rough and untested) but the rest is good to go. $100.00 and the ride.
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    Trico Electro-Vac Mounting plate

    I was lucky enough to score a nice Electro-Vac unit tp assist my Vacuum wipers. Problem is the mounting plate did not come with it,, No doubt I can make a functional bracket but finding an original would be much nicer.. Thanks ahead of time
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    6V Ford Wiper motor

    Ford went to electric wipers in the pickups in 1953.. This motor has been cleaned and tested, it works fine.. F1 linkage is available too. Sorry I do not have the switch.. Pretty sure with some engineering it could be adapted to other applications.. The vacuum motors do reciprocate while this...
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    A shout out, for Micro Weld America

    I had a bit of a problem restoring a couple of door mirrors,, SS heads had gravel dings, the glass was good, but crimped in so dissassembly odds were near nil to get in back of the SS and ding the dents out.. I found these guys Micro Weld America, in Fairview PA. They were able to fill the dents...
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    Cuno cigarette lighter with built in Map light

    Anyone have any history with these?? I finally found the one that was an accessory for Mercury. pretty sure it;s just a Cuno with a Mercury style knob.Lighter works great but changing the light bulb is a real bear.. Any hints would be appreciated.. Cover comes off easily but that's where easy...
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    Just for fun.

    I think I will take my stock 52 Merc into the local Ford dealer with a problem, and watch the faces of those 20 something Tech writers. Should be fun.
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    1940 Ford Convertible rear glass

    I bought this thing a couple of years ago, with thoughts of putting it in my 52.. Well I am sure that's not going to happen, so before I sell it, I would like to leard a bit about it. 1. How can I be sure it is 1940 and does it really make any difference? 2. The glass is marked "duolite"...
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    So who restore side mirrors?

    I have a pair of 52/54 Merc outside mirrors nice drivers but sometime in the not too distant future I would like to get them restored. The mounting bodies are die cast with minor pitting, the heads are SS and the mirrors are "Crimped" in place. Over time the SS all seem to catch a stone or two...
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    Bored and destroked??

    Always popular to stroke a flathead, lots of torque but limited on RPM's.. Curious if anyone has played with de-stroking them.. Obviously need to bore them. I know, I Know, I am bored but humor me please
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