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This popped up in a facebook post, it is supposed to be of Simca origin. It is in a Hillman Husky

I have noticed a posting on the swapmeet page that I have some interest in, when I have tried to use the reply function I am told that i do not have enough privileges to proceed. What special privileges do I need? and how do i get them? Thanks Geoff

Hi I purchased a full set of door seals, for my 4dr, from Dennis Carpenter. They came in a big plastic bag, all together, with no markings. The seals on my car are original 75 yrs old and mostly congealed, dried up, and without any original shape or features. My problem is trying to figure...

I have a large order sitting in my Dennis Carpenter basket waiting for me to check it out. There is a complete set of everything that is available for a 1950 Custom Deluxe Club Coupe, plus front and rear screen rubbers for my 1950 Custom Deluxe Fordor sedan. It adds up to quite a costly...

As mentioned in one of my previous posts I am going to need a set of kingpins for my 1950 Ford sedan. I have heard enough of other peoples experiences to realize that quality may vary. Does any one have any recommendations of where to make my purchase? Thanks Geoff

My 1954 Victoria has steel plates welded to the under side of the center section of both chassis rails. Is this how they came from the factory? Thanks Geoff

I have to dismantle my kingpins to add shims to the thrust bearing and do not not know which way to drive out the lock pins. How do I tell which way to drive them out? The manual does not state any particular way, it just says drive them out. Thanks Geoff

I have my 1950 Ford off getting checked for compliance to register for use on NZ roads. I was a bit naughty, I drove it there (supposed to go on a transporter) It is the first time I have driven the car and I do not think I can continue driving the car sitting so close to the steering wheel and...

I am probably going to post quite a lot with this car. It arrived in the country 2 weeks ago but it was only released to me yesterday. It is booked in for the NZ compliance check in 2 days time, many problems arising. The handbrake is stuck fast in the off position. I have established that the...

Hi I have a 1950 Ford sedan and I need to replace a faulty ignition switch and I have no idea where to start. Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks Geoff Kiwi

I did a bit of a choke when told what it would cost to get my 54 Vicky front bumper replated. The car is an original car so good second hand would be acceptable to me. Not many 54's in this part of the world but plenty of 55/56's. Are they the same?

Hi, I am looking to purchase some tires and it seems that some of the white walls that are for sale have been applied to the tires after they have been manufactured. Does anyone know if this is the case? and if so are are they any good? I want them for a 1950 Ford Custom and am thinking...

Hi I see that thermostats are available at 160 degrees and 180 degrees. What is the best temp to run an 8BA at? Should I purchase two of each and just try them? Thanks

Hi I need to replace most of the floor braces on my 54 Victoria, they are the ones that also work as body mounts. I am aware that there have been opinions expressed in the past as to the quality of various reproduction body parts manufacturers. I have found a company EMS listing the parts...

Anyone else been trying to order from Obsolete and Classic parts and found that the parts in the shopping cart have an increased in price from what is listed in the online catalogue? Some of them are doubled, tripled or more. I have been satisfied with previous dealings with them and am...

Just saying Hi from NZ, waiting for my 54 Vicky to be shipped from San Fransisco, I need to reply to a PM so need 10 post to be permitted to do so. Cheers Geoff

New to me anyway, I am new also to the ford barn. I just bought the Vicky in USA and I am getting it shipped home to NZ. I intend to drive this car so need to make sure that I have plenty of spare parts. i thought front steering parts, brake parts, bearings and seals, carb and ignition parts...