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My stock '49 8BA V-8 backfires when I start it up. does that mean the carb. mix is too rich? Is there another reason for this?

Has anyone been able to find 6 volt, positive ground, 7 inch LED headlights to fit a '49-53 stock Ford? I have tried 2 suppliers and neither of lights they supplied worked.

When removing the two bolts from the engine mount, the engine moved forward about 1/8 inch or so. The other 4 bolts on the pump came out just fine. Now the new pump holes for the engine mount don't line up. Will jacking up the engine under the oil pan fix that? If not, what is the solution?

where is the best place to buy stock 1949 Ford, (wide belt) water pumps?

Does anyone have a source for laser cut custom made gaskets made of rubber and/or neoprene? Thanks for any leads or ideas.

In my stock '49 6 volt flathead, is it possible that a malfunctioning VR could drain the battery over 5-7 days in the garage with all electrical components turned off?

I have a distributor problem on my stock "49 Ford wagon. I am experiencing a power loss when I accelerate. I believe I have figured out the problem but I don’t know how to make the correction. I am pretty sure it is a timing issue. When I line up the pointer with the bump on the bottom pulley...

My original windshield glass is delaminating and needs replacement. It seemed simple enough. Remove the two screws that hold the crank-out scissors from the frame and remove the 6 screws that hold the two top hinges to the frame. Once I did that both top hinges are stuck to the frame. I cannot...

I recently had several condensers tested for my 1949 stock flathead and they all registered .24 Microfarads. Is this a good reading? If not, what should be the correct reading for a "good" condenser?

I purchased a "new" stock '34 radiator from Brassworks advertised as a "drop in". When I installed it, a number of things didn't line up like my original. I have been able to work around most of the alignment problems but the biggest problem is that the top tank is too vertical so that the fan...

I need to replace my VR in my stock 6 volt "49 Ford. I never seem to get more than 2-3 years service from the NAPA VR 401 made by Echlin. I have an American Bosch, 6 volt 40 amp, new in the box, replacement but it is much heavier and a bit larger than the Echlin. If I install the American Bosch...

With these new inexpensive converters taking 6 volts to 12, has anyone successfully used one to convert only the headlights, and leaving the rest of the system at 6 volts? If yes, high and low beam?

Last fall I had a 1936 flathead rebuilt stock by an experienced engine machine shop. It has run hot since it was installed. Sometimes it overheats in 3 miles and sometimes it will run 1-2 hours before overheating. It starts up easily, runs strong with good power just as it should. But when steam...

Does anyone make a quality replacement radiator for a stock 1934 flathead V-8? One that fits and looks like an original?

The switch is new and has the rheostat and the push pin for easy removal of the knob. Knob not included.Free shipping in the lower 48. Picture on request.

This is brand new still in the box. Color is taupe. Cost new at Lebaron Bonney is now $595.00. I was restoring a '34 Roadster and decided to go with leather after buying the vinyl. Free shipping to lower 48. Pictures on request.

How does one install the right side engine splash pan with engine in place ? Can it be done by removing just the starter??

I recently replaced my '34 stock flathead with a stock '36 flathead. With the engine now in place I cannot get the exhaust pipe to mate up with the exhaust manifold. It seems that no matter which way I turn or twist it I cannot get it to fit on the manifold and through the hole in the frame. The...

What, if any, is the difference between a 1934 and a 1936 oil dipstick in length and markings?

Looking for a restored or excellent original 1934 Ford radiator for my 1934 Tudor. All suggestions appreciated.