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Is there anyone who repairs and tests the Mallory crab distributors?

What is a easy engine to install on my 39 sedan? I don't have a ton of money, and would like to do it on a budget. Just get her running where I can enjoy the car more. It has the original 85hp flathead, and original 3 speed trans. Are there any engines that will bolt to the old trans? I know...

I'm trying to start this car after decades of sitting up. It has a Mallory distributor with a new coil. I have it configured for 12 volt, negative ground. Only the ignition and starter are active, at this point. So if I apply +12 to the coil+, and negative to the - of the coil, it should produce...

I am looking for a part unique to convertible sedans. Its the pillar post, the piece that fits between the front and rear windows when rolled up. Ford made them removable. Mine is a 39 sedan deluxe. I'm thinking its not available. Maybe I can fabricate something close, but I would like some good...

I am doing a little planning here. I recently acquired a 39 Deluxe. I want to get a spark out of the ignition system. The previous owner installed a Mallory ignition, with a crab type distributor. I am a bit confused about positive ground. If I apply 12 volts from the positive battery post, and...

I have tried to blow out the gas line without success. The drain plug was buggered up when I got it. I don't see anyway to drop the tank with the body sitting on the frame. I'm not sure what to do. Can someone suggest a aftermarket tank? I thought about one of those cameras on a snake to look in...

I see lots of products that claim to remove rust. What has been your experience? Winners and loosers?

I finally got around to pulling the big plug on my 39. Pipe wrench was a friend. Black looking dirty oil, but its been sitting up 10-15 years. Can i put modern oil in it? I remember SAE 30 from my youth. I usually use Castrol 10w 30. Also. Towards the back of the pan I saw something that looks...

Where is the chassis number on a 1939 sedan? Is it accessible from under the car, or is it on the top of the frame and only accessible with the body removed.Also, what will it tell me? I would be interested in original paint color, manufacture date, stuff like that. Thanks.

Hi friends. I spent some time after work yesterday trying to see what needs to be done to get my 39 engine started. It spins over good, but no fire at the plugs. I'm thinking I need to remove and thoroughly clean all the ignition parts. Coil, wire connectors, maybe even the distributor. It has...

Hi everyone. I am Chris. I'm glad I found this board. I just recently acquired a 1939 Ford Deluxe convertible. I have hundreds of questions. First let me tell you about my 39. It appears to have had a body off restoration at some point. Someone put a lot of care and work. Then, like a red headed...