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    1936 trunk lock

    Does anyone out there in ford land know of someone that can repair or have parts for the lock tumbler? I need the piece that goes under the tumbler that has the little "tab" to lock the handle. I also need one pin and spring. Thx in advance. John
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    Rebuilt 1936 speedometer

    Totally rebuilt speedometer I had done by "Bob's Speedometer" for a 1936 car. All original face, needle, ect. One mile on odometer. I don't need it as I used another one. $1000.00 firm plus shipping.This is less than my cost. jpwrightfarm@gmail.com
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    wiper arm install

    Should be a simple install but I am lost on how to fasten the arm to the wiper motor. I have the motor with the hole in the shaft and the arm with the 90-degree bend on the end. I can't see how there can be any tension on the arm with the spring where it is. See pictures.
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    36 Generator bearing oil/grease

    As per the heading what oil or grease is used for the bearings and how often? I used a good quality grease, but it didn't last (bearing got hot). The belt was not too tight. Thanks in advance and Happy New Year to everyone.
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    Why this trans cover louver

    What is the purpose of this louver " top of the cover" in a 1936/5 window transmission cover? It is just above the engine bellhousing. The original floor covering would be rubber with no opening so to me this would only let in road dust or water or heat. Thanks in advance.
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    Trico vacuum wiper

    I am rebuilding a wiper motor for my 36-5 window. Should i be able to blow or suck through this valve "governor" no matter which way the knurled knob is turned? If not where can I get one?
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    36 transmission sealed bearings

    I can get sealed bearings for the input and output shafts on my 36 trans. Has anyone used these and would you remove the inner seal for extra lubrication from the trans oil? I know there is a drain hole in the front that can be plugged. I cant see any reason this won't work. There is a modern...
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    How to fix a dome light switch

    Hope someone can use this. It's not beautiful but it's hidden. This dome light has the toggle built right in but the switch part of the mechanism was gone. Bought a micro slide switch, filed the slide round, bent the tabs down to fit over the housing, then soldered the switch on. Got a piece of...
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    36/5 window front vent drain

    On a 36/5window where does the drain hose for the front vent exit from the body? Thx
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    36 passenger grill

    Bought a reproduction but found an original to use. Paid $500US selling for $400US plus freight. Can't upload pictures so email me at jpwrightfarm@gmail.com
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    Sound deadning

    Has anyone used Acoustishield and what do you think of it? Is there anything else out there that would look like the original material? I don't mind cutting to fit if I can find it. Thanks in advance.
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    1936 right horn and bracket

    Looking for the second horn and bracket to fit right hand side on a 36 -5 window. Can email jpwrightfarm@gmail.com John
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    Head Gasket for 21 stud

    In your wise fordbarn opinion which is better copper or graphtite? I have used graphtite gaskets on heavy duty diesels with good success but never copper on anything. Love fordbarn keep up the good work
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    Head bolt sealant

    What have you guys found to be the best sealant for the head bolts to block on a 21 stud. I tried thread sealant paste but it didn't work. Thx and Happy New Year
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    36 Transmition bearings

    Just wondering if anyone has used a sealed bearing for the input shaft and not used the wick seal? I would think the oil drain hole would have to be sealed. Stay safe and healthy.
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    What gas do i use

    With our modern rotten poor gas is it better to use regular or premium? We have no ethanol in our premium. It will be used in a stock 1936 5 window with a rebuilt engine, built for unleaded. It will used in summer only as I live in the great north (Canada). Also if I use regular gas (with...
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    36 temp gauge

    Does anyone know where I can get this temp gauge repaired or rebuilt. Or any other ideas are welcome. I am trying to keep everything as original as possible. Big thanks in advance.
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    36-5 window rad mount

    A big thank-you to all who post. I haven't had much to add as everything I have needed is in the archives. My question through is which hole In the frame do you use to mount the rad on my 36-5 window.
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    37-40 brake drums & steering column tool

    Love the forums. I have been reading them for a couple of years and have got a lot of useful info from them. Would anyone have pictures or diagram with measurements of the 37-40 front brake drums. I am going to look at a set and want to know and see the difference from the 36s. This is the tool...
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