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My daughter has a 56 bird that needs a solenoid. I have 3 old ones. Questions are: How can I tell if a solenoid is for 6 Volts or 12 volts? How can I test a solenoid to see if it is good or not? Thanks in advance for the help.

I have heard of problems with Dot 5 brake fluid, where the stop light switch would leak fluid after a period or use. It appears that seal inside the switch would start to leak and you would lose fluid. Any of you had that problem?

There are many items on Fordbarn about Speed Bleeder screws, and I have few questions. I don't know what year my brake system is, probably 40's. Does anybody like other brands, like Dorman or is Russell Speed Bleeder the best? Does anyone know the size or part number that's likely to fit...

My steering wheel is locked, can't turn the front wheels side-to-side. The actual switch lever is positioned between ON and OFF. It must be in the off mode because there is no fire to the engine. The keyed cylinder doesn't seem to be involved. Has anyone had such a problem? What to do...

'36 radiator and '48 (59AB) engine in a 36 tudor. Does anyone remember who is producing/selling a radiator hose kit that fits this rad/engine combination? One of my flexible hoses has sprung a leak, so both hoses (and connecting pipes) must be replaced. Also, what are the best 180 stats for...

Actually, what should the voltage be for a fully charged 6 volt battery? Any difference between an Optima and a regular lead-acid battery?

The new choke rod knob I installed on the choke rod has come loose. I tried gluing it on with Seal All but that only worked for a little while. Any other ideas about glue or other means to hold it on? Thanks, Royal

Asking for a friend who is only slightly less computer savvy than me. He has a BB truck with a bad distributor. He got it out of the engine but it is very badly rusted. Is the distributor for a BB truck engine the same as for a Model A car? Where can a BB distributor be repaired or purchased...

Does any of you know of 3 point, shoulder/seat belts that can be used in a 56 Tbird? I haven't been able to locate such belts, but think they might exist. Thanks for the help. Royal

Is the 56 Tbird steering gear and box the same as for a regular 56 Ford car?Thanks, Royal

Can anyone tell me what engine uses an intake manifold with part number ECZ 9425-A? Thanks, Royal Ryser

I am not a newbe to the Fordbarn, but usually use the Early V8 Forum for info about my 36 Ford tudor. However, I have had a 56 T-Bird for 48 years and need some help with it. It is a 312 with auto trans., all original. I pretty much stopped using the Bird about 28 years ago and before that...

It's not a V8 but it is a 32 Ford. Does anybody know how to remove the distributor from the engine? The top fastener has been removed but the dizzy won't come out. There is a screw into the block at the bottom of the dizzy shaft. Does that have to come out? Any other suggestions? Thanks in...

I just "finished" my 36 Tudor restoration and went down to State Farm to get the insured value increased. State Farm took some pics and made a fuss over how nice the car is. By now, I'm feeling pretty smug about the whole thing, and so glad the restoration is over. When I got home, my wife...

I have Skip's 4 pound radiator valve but no instructions. The valve has a red dot on one end. Does the dot go toward the overflow pipe or away? Thanks Royal

Two questions. 1: I can find nobody that chromes bumpers in the Denver area, or surrounding area. Can anyone tell me who chromes bumpers in this or surrounding states? Is their quality good and what is approximate price (36 sedan bumper)? 2: Has anyone had good luck polishing scratched...

Anybody in the neighborhood of Denver know where to get a bumper chromed? I live 50 miles north in Loveland, but there is no chrome works up here. thanks, Royal

Guess what I get for a New Year's gift? A battery!! So, does anybody have experience with recently made Optima batteries? I've read several threads about how good the old ones were, but there seems to be some questions about the new ones. So, please let me know your experience with the newer...

They are gone! Missing are two 11/16x 18 nuts that hold the headlights onto the fenders on a 36 Ford Tudor. This size turns out to be a scarce item. The usual old Ford sources don't seem to have them. Ever Fastenall doesn't have them. Do any of you know where I might get them? If I find...

I have a couple of questions. 1. What is the correct finish on the backside of the bumpers? Mine are painted black but seem to have been originally chromed over a rough surface. 2. Does anyone know where I can buy circular disks to protect the door upholstery from rubbing by the window...