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Sorry I missed it by several days, but sincerely hope your special day was just as special as you both are! Praying that you were able to take a few minutes from your busy schedule and enjoy some together~time!

All: Discovered an interior light for a 160B in my toolbox; I long ago sold my Slantwindow to a collector in South Mississippi ~ and that car was complete. I have no need for this light assembly (complete except the glass cover), and I think it will polish nicely with a little fine steel wool...

OK, first: please don’t shoot the off~topic question! I have a 1994 Vortec motor (converted to carburetor) with a 700r4 transmission, all mounted in a 1953 Willys Wagon. The radiator is from a Mercury ~ I think a 2 or 3 row, but not sure. Problem: the temperature gauge reads 230 after a...

Most of us know that Mac and Shelly hosted and presented a transmission rebuild workshop previously ~ and said workshop was well received and appreciated by those in attendance. Those stellar efforts have now been memorialized in the current issue of HEMMINGS CLASSIC CAR magazine, in a very...

First, a disclaimer: I have no relationship whatsoever with this company, and no first hand knowledge of the quality of their product. That said, I stumbled across classiccarwiring.com and what appears to be a fairly substantial knowledge source for rewiring many vehicles. I hope this is...

As we celebrate this day, each in our own way, please pause to reflect on the many, many blessings bestowed upon our great country by our Creator. Yes, there are issues; however none should be allowed to diminish our birthday celebration. Many men and women have sacrificed so very much over...

All: installing an outside drain on one of my outbuildings, trusty aluminum ladder with no apparent issues. Standing on the fourth rung of an 8-rung ladder, the unit suddenly “scissored” and I fell straight onto my back. L3 vertebra has a compression fracture; doctor says very limited activity...

I have a friend who inherited a 1949 Buick Roadmaster Woodie Wagon, and he has asked me for help in selling it: I am most assuredly NOT a Buick guy, but I’m willing to bet there are some on here! Any thoughts, suggestions or ideas on helping this fellow sell this car?

I have a friend who inherited a 1949 Buick Roadmaster Woodie Wagon, and he has asked me for help selling it. I am certainly not the best source for Buicks, but I’ll bet someone on here is! Any suggestions or recommendations for a sale?

Cruizin’ the Coast Just returned from a delightful three days on the Mississippi Coast; over 8,000 registered and probably another two/three thousand unregistered conveyances of any and all description. That said, very few A models and only a handful (8 or so) flathead powered rides. One 1915...

Cruisin’ the Coast Just returned from a wonderful three days at Cruizin’ with a few observations: over 8,000 registered, another 2,000 (or more) not registered, every conceivable make and model conveyance but very few A Models. I saw a total of 8 non-street rod As, and three Shays ( two for...

Mike - I have discovered a Ford Passenger and Commercial Cars, Body Parts List, 1939 and 1940. I have no idea if this is a reproduction (nothing to indicate, anyway). I also have no idea from whence this arrived in my stash of "stuff!" Regardless, it is yours if you desire: send a mailing...

Sir - I have accumulated some of the information concerning your quest for a tour; however, I apparently am unable to send a PM (probably operator error!! I know you are hunkered down, anticipating another storm, but when you have the time, please send an email address - and stay safe!

My dear friend and mentor John W. Lawson, frequent Fordbarn contributor (posts as JWL) and author of "Flathead Facts" - arguably one the most important tomes concerning the flathead - has suffered the loss of his brother. My condolences, John: Margretha and I send our prayers and love during...

All - Today, each in his/her own way, please pause and REMEMBER the true meaning of Memorial Day. Freedom is NOT free, proven repeatedly by those who gave their all so that we could continue the lifestyle to which we have become accustomed. Indeed, those brave men and women (who are sons and...

As we celebrate (in whatever fashion you desire), an extended weekend, please remember the reason for the occasion: brave men and women (who were moms and dads, brothers and sisters, aunts and uncles) gave their all in support of the freedoms that we enjoy......and, in fact, continue to place...

Going though my toolbox today, I noticed a tool that might be of use to the 'Barn family: NAPA makes a Points (Ignition) File, part number 2153. I use mine regularly on the various cars, trucks and hot rods - hope this is helpful.

ALL: Over the past several years, I have observed several Fordbarn Family discussing Fordbarn shirts, etc. Years ago, under the tuteledge of Shelly, Fordbarn shirts as well as a poster, made from photographs of members vehicles were available. I purchased a number of these shirts and posters...

Remember when your mentor (Dad, Uncle, Cousin, whomever) told you to ALWAYS use two wrenches when loosening and/or tightening the battery cables to the terminals, or you risk breakng the battery terminal away from the battery? Well, I didn't and I did: thank goodness it was a 12 year old...

Recognizing that many 'Barner's have age-related maladies, I want to share a discovery: "Warm and Cozy Heated Mattress Pad." This is basically a heated blanket that is placed on the mattress and under the bottom sheet. You cannot feel the wires, as you can with a heated blanket. Margretha...