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Hi All, I'm trying to replace the two clutch release shaft bushings (1940, 40-7508). Third Gen has a tool to drive the old ones out, and new ones in, but they're out of stock. I don't want to booger things up. Anyone have a good tip on how to do it without the magic tool? Thanks, Nick

I asked this question in the recent "Clutch Chatter" thread, but didn't get an answer. How hard should I tighten the motor mounts? Is there a torque spec? Till the threads bottom out? As tight as I can get them? Thanks in advance, Nick

I don't know the history of my '40 Deluxe Convertible, but I found a note in it saying the brake fluid was changed to silicone brake fluid. Would that be the same as DOT 5? Should I flush the whole system and start over? Thanks, Nick

Hi All: I have a question on the toe-in specs. My Ford book says 1/16" of toe-in, but I don't know how that's measured. Tried a few searches, but didn't find anything. Is that 1/16" on each tire, or total? Is the 1/16" the difference between the front and the back of the rim (16"), or is it...

Hi All, Getting all the little things worked out on my '40. The passenger door fits perfectly and latches solid. The driver's door sticks out at the top rear 3/8". The bottom rear is perfectly aligned with the rear quarter. As you can see from the pictures, the gap between the door and rear...

Hi All. New to the forum and new to flatheads. I have a 1940 Deluxe Convertible that I just acquired and have a few questions: I can't find the filter the label on the canister calls for. There is a Fram C4 filter in there now, and can't find that either. All the cross references I can find...