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    Distributor

    I am looking to upgrade my original 1954 distributor . What are the possible replacements (if any) ?
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    Bad Vibration

    My 1954 Ford Victoria (Fordomatic) is giving me fits ; it has begun to vibrate at 40 MPH and it gets worse as the speed increases . So far I have had all four wheels / tires spin balanced all to no avail . What else might be going on ; any advise would be greatly appreciated .
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    drum/hub

    Due to the fact I can't locate a decent drum/hub which are attached on 54 Fords , is there an issue with separation of the two and installing the best of each from my stash?
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    Idle Mixture Screws

    How many turns out should you adjust an original 54 carburetor ?
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    fordomatic pan

    I am looking for a fordomatic transmission pan (small case). Please PM me if you have one for sale .
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    Power Steering Parts

    I am searching for a power steering reservoir cover ( also called a lid ) for my 1954 Victoria . To complicate things , someone installed a 1955 complete setup at one time . Due to availability , will 1955 Thunderbird parts fit ?
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    Brake Drum

    In my search for 1954 brake drums I purchased one with the number 1159; it is a Kelsey Hayes and doesn't fit the front . Any info regarding what it will fit will be appreciated .
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    Password,etc

    I am sure this has been asked previously ; how do I keep my password and user name from disappearing each time I shut off ?
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    Front brake drums

    I have been searching for a pair of 1954 Victoria front brake drums ; one place claims that 1949 through 1954 are all the same while others don't even list them . Whats the real story and are they available anywhere ?
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    Ignition Coil

    I would like to replace my standard ignition coil ( came with my 54 Ford some time ago ) The number is 1105 and I can't seem to locate one; maybe the number has changed or it does not exist anymore . It has a resistor built in and I would like to keep this feature . Any suggestions would be...
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    Valve Adjustment

    I have a 1954 Ford with the original 239 motor. I have conflicting information regarding the correct valve setting numbers ( both hot and cold ).Could someone provide me with the answer?
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    valve cover gasket "glue"

    I know this question has probably been asked before, but what silicone product works best on valve cover gaskets? I don't need them falling off during installation .
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    1954 Ford wiper knob

    Does anyone know where I can purchase a windshield wiper dash knob for my 54 Victoria ? I keep striking out .
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    Heater Temperature Regulator

    The temperature regulator valve in my 54 Victoria is leaking and needs to be replaced . I have purchased a new one and it is on the way . Before I dig into removal , is there anything I need to know or information I can use to make the job go easier ?
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    Roof emblem

    I have purchased new roof emblems and bezels for my 54 Victoria . Is it possible to pop the old ones off from the front or do they need to be removed from the rear ?
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    valve covers

    I currently have a pair of aftermarket valve covers on my 1954 Victoria ; one is fine the other one leaks ( different thickness gaskets attempted ). They were not expensive and probably poorly made . Does anyone have any recommendations regarding replacements ( I don't want to pay for the...
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    Front Brake Drums

    I am searching for front brake drums for my 1954 Victoria . Not only are they difficult to find as compared to rears there is conflicting info . One vender states that they are the same as 55 and 56 and another says that 49 through 54 are the same . Can anyone provide the correct information in...
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    Fuel Gauge

    I recently replaced a badly rusted original gas tank on my 1954 Ford Victoria.The replacement (Bob Drake) is well built and fit perfectly. The issue is the fuel gauge now reads full with the new sending unit and float assembly(only has 6 gallons in the tank).The rod has been cut according to...
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    Gas Tank Straps

    Does anyone sell 1954 Ford gas tank straps ?
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    Heater Motor Part 2

    While researching blower motor for my 54 Ford Victoria I see that most have three wires and the current one has only two ; is the additional one a ground that wasn't considered needed on the original ?
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