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    in-line elec fuel pump not pushing through mechanical pump

    I have an in-line electric fuel pump that we installed to help fill the carb bowl after the flathead sits for a while. But when we turn on the electric pump (before attempting to start the engine), it fills the mechanical fuel pump glass bowl then immediately the gas starts squirting out of the...
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    1950 shoebox - wheel covers and hub dust covers

    I have a couple question on the wheel covers and hub dust caps for a 50 shoebox. What is the trick to get the wheel covers back on without denting them? I'm using a rubber dead blow, and hitting as close to the edge/rim of the cover as I can. But it takes such a hard blow that if I am not...
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    Oil Filter canister - 1950 shoebox

    We have an oil filter canister that was on when the car was purchased, but it is not plumbed - so it is just on there for show at the moment. I know there needs to be an .060 restrictor on the inlet side, but are there certain hose dimensions we should be looking for, and connectors for the block?
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    Spotlights on a 1950 Ford

    We were having problems with the spotlights. 1) very difficult to operate/turn/move them around; and 2) not turning on. We have the electrical part figured out and will be able to get them to turn on. As far as freedom of movement goes, there was a lot of old, very sticky grease in the shaft...
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    Directionals switch

    1950 Ford Custom - We are having an issue with the directional signals or switch. At one point they were working, but are not working now. So, assume the switch is wired correctly. All the other lights function correctly - parking lights (front and rear), and brake lights. Just using the...
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    Intake Manifold gasket material - 1950 V8

    We just had to remove the intake manifold and want to replace the gasket. What was on there looks like it was metal(?), but I am finding paper gasket replacements. What should I be looking for? Thanks.
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    Electric - "Alt Exciter" switch and light

    '50 Ford sedan - previous owner converted to 12v and installed wiring harness kit. The is a toggle switch and little LED light at the bottom of the dash. As long as the ignition switch is on, car running or not, if we switch that toggle the LED comes on. The wire going to that switch is labeled...
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    Newbe question on clutch pedal travel

    '50 Ford - I know the free travel should be set to 1 to 1-1/2 inches, but our clutch doesn't start grabbing until very close to the top of the pedal travel. Like your foot and leg is way up high. Is that because the clutch is worn, or is that just the nature of the beast? It takes a bit of...
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    adding electric fuel pump

    1950 Ford. We are planning to add an electric fuel pump - will be putting in line just in front of the rear leaf spring on the frame rail. Questions: The fuel line is currently secured to the frame rail using adel clamps, so we expect to be removing a few of those so we can get access to the...
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