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Having issues replacing the rear brakes on the 51 Merc. The original linings were about 2 in in width and the new Raybestos are about 2 1/4 in and I cannot get the hold down spring to compress enough to connect to the back pin. Are these the correct shoes? Are the front shoes different width...

All parts ready to reinstall. Any tips/tricks to get the snake/spring cable back on to the parking brake lever? Backed off the cable to the max but still having problems compressing the spring to connect the cable block end onto the lever. I maybe should have left the lever hooked up to the...

Anyone have suggestions on how to best install the two shoe retracting springs? The anchor pin is pretty thin to grab onto with the brake pliers. Also the new springs are quite a bit thicker than originals and there is no room for the plate that goes over the anchor pin between the top of the...

Thanks for all the charging system inputs, generator and fan are in. Is there a good wiring kit available for the orig 6v standard positive ground system? Also would the pos ground kit convert over to neg 12v ground in the future without major headaches? I know there are split opinions but, I...

Reinstalling cooling system. Using NAPA belts 257516 and 257417. Unable to completely tighten the gen/water pump belt. Seems sloppy with extra play. What should the belt deflection be when properly tightened?

Have a lead on a decent semi restored 1936 four door sedan. The brakes are original non juice mechanical. Is there a reasonable way to convert to disk or drums? hoffernsp

Here is a pic of a secondary solenoid/relay? on the inner fender that has a main feed wire coming from the starter solenoid. Any help?? thanks

Anyone have a wiring diagram and pic for wiring a 51 Merc power seat? Also is there a cross over track that would work?

Help!! Getting ready to start the 51 Merc. Wiring is the old original cotton? fiber wrap and in really bad shape with crumbling bare wires galore. If a person wants to just start the engine without anything else, what are the basic circuits/connections that are critical for starting? thanks keith

Here is a pic of the electric fuel pump that was on the 51 Merc when I bought it. Why was it installed on the fire wall above the carb? Don't they normally push not pull and should be low near the tank? Would it still work where it's at? The car ran when I got it 2 years ago. Any...

Ready to put new shoes on the front and noticed that a couple of the rub nubs are worn and one has a burr on the outside edge. Can these still be used?

A long shot but are any there cross references of Ford/Mercury parts over the years between cars, trucks, etc...?

Anyone have a new part number for the drum brake Hold Down Spring Bottom Cup? Original Ford part number is 2066. thanks

Anyone have success in removing a merc-o-matic from a 51? Right now in my garage 18 in off the floor on stands. Any help? thanks

I plan on wiring my 51 Merc from scratch. I have the wiring diagram but does now show wire sizes. Anyone have a table or reference for the individual component wire gauges?

Anyone replace the in line brake light switch with a mechanical or brake pedal set up?

Came across the Kwik-lift and thinking of getting one to work on my 51 Merc. Any thoughts or comments on this lift? thanks

Anyone have tips on removing an auto transmission from a 51 Merc? Mine is leaking all over the place and probably needs new seals. thanks

Any tips on replacing the brake pedal bushings for 51 Merc AT? Got the old ones out with a small punch. What is the best way to press the news in? Will a vise do it?

At the stage of taking out the auto ****** of my 51 Merc. Already on stands anyone have experience in this and can offer any tips? Thanks