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Can anyone tell me what 12v voltage regulator is compatible with a ‘38 vintage, Ford R3 generator ? It’s a 3-brush unit with armature and field leads. Can any 12v Ford regulator (F-A-B) be used ? Also, this is only needed for charging when using the lights, as the vehicle is crank start only...

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Has anyone had problems balancing brakes on hydraulic conversions (46-48 backing plates) ? Brakes have been re-bled with no air found; mechanically adjusted each brake to just before drag - but it’s repeatedly pulling left, with only the left front with decent braking effort. Any further...

Working on an over heating problem with a recent complete restoration (1930) - gets hot and boils over within about 10 miles @200°+ - and noticed the (4) fan blade looking like it’s installed backwards - at least to me. Looks like it is cupped backwards with the ribs to the engine ?? What is...

I recently acquired a ‘30 Roadster PU that had the hand throttle linkage removed. I have the throttle rod in the column and the 6” control rod to the pivot in the engine bay. However I’m having difficulty determining the remaining link to the throttle pedal rod. Can anyone either provide a...

Is anyone using a Ford 3 brush generator on a 12v system ? With the Fun Projects conversion regulators unavailable, how did you do it ? What regulator are you using ? There is no starter involved, and a standalone magneto, so the usage will be minor. Only need it for 12v conversion lights in...

I have a Ford R3 generator believed to be a ‘37 or ‘38, that was recently rebuilt - bearings, brushes, armature etc. I have yet to get a new cutout due to needing 12v to power the conversion bulbs for the carbide headlights. I am not familiar with this vintage generator so I have a couple of -...