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Hello, Is there a recommended wheel LUG NUT torque for a 1935 Ford pickup. Thank you, Bruce in California

Hello to all, I have a 1936 Ford pickup. I was at a car show this past weekend and a gentleman had a 1935 Ford pickup on display. All indications looked like a 1935 Ford pickup except the doors which had the "raised" place in the door where you can pull the door to with your hand and the doors...

Hello, Just wondering if any of you guys use the Radiator Recovery Tank for your flatheads. I currently have just the overflow tube. Someone mentioned that I should have it but Ford did not use them (as I know of) in 1936. Bruce

Hello, Is it possible to remove the radiator on my 1936 Ford pickup without removing the grille. I have the 59AB flathead (1946-1948) and have the helmet style distributor. I plan on removing the upper and lower radiator hoses, all bolts that attach radiator, grille and (lower inner grille) and...

I just purchased a Quart container size of Marvel Mystery Oil. I use it in my '36 Ford pickup mixed withy my gasoline. I use 4 oz. of Marvel Mystery Oil per 10 gallons of gasoline (per their recommendation). Now I noticed on this container that it says you can use up to 20% of Marvel Mystery...

Hello.... Was installing new head gaskets, and when I did final torque to 45 foot lbs. this head stud snapped. Engine is in truck and next to firewall. Now what. Bruce

I have the 59A/B cast iron heads and need to know the NPT Thread Size where the water temperature sending unit screws into. THANK YOU, Bruce in Ca.

One brand new (never used) set of NAVARRO 59AB (24 stud) aluminum heads for sale.

Hello, I have a '46-'48 block and need to know which are the correct cast iron heads for it. Cast iron heads that came on it were 59A/B on one side and 81A on other side. Please let me know back, I am looking for a very very good condition set of cast iron heads for this '46-'48 block and...

I am looking for a NEW or non-used (if possible) very very good condition set of 59 A/B cast iron heads for my '46-'48 block. Bruce Smith Modesto, Ca. Email me at: bruce.smith@bhlabeling.com (209) 556-6156

Hello,. New to the Flathead V8. Removed head and need to clean block as best I can. Please let me know back how best to clean block. My thoughts so far are: use razor blade to scrape off all gasket material. Do I use wire brush with hand drill (or Dremel tool) to remove carbon buildup. Any...

I have not been geeting a good nights sleep lately, last night I had a crazy dream about mufflers and catalytic converters, I woke up exhausted. Went to my doctor the other day to find out why I am not getting a good nights sleep, I told him I have been having crazy dreams, one night I dream I...

Hello, I have a '36 Ford pickup with the 59AB engine. I removed the exhaust manifolds to have repainted and noticed water in the passenger side exhaust manifold. I checked oil dipstick and water was present. I checked the radiator and oil was present. I drained the oil and water was present. I...

Hello to all, Just wondering if anyone has had any experience (good or bad) with installing the 2-Door Flat Glass Power Window Motor Conversion. I was "thinking" about possibly Purchasing and installing into my '36 Ford pickup. Bruce in California

Hello to All....maybe a strange question.... I notice on my '36 Ford pickup a very slight mist / residue of oil on my exhaust manifold in the area of the oil dipstick and tube, It appears a very slight mist / residue of oil is coming out the top of the oil dipstick tube. Did the oil dipstick...

Hello....My '36 Ford pickup is finally completed (16 year project) and now time to show off and enjoy. A '36 with '35 wire wheels. Here I am accepting my AWARD of EXCELLENCE. This was at the 2021 AMERICAN GRAFFITI CAR SHOW in Modesto, Ca. Bruce in Modesto, Ca.

Hello, I am posting this for a new friend (John). He has acquired this '37 Ford pickup from his grandpa. This '37 Ford pickup has been in his family for years and years. Grandpa gave it to him on one condition, that he did not "hot rod" this pickup. What can you tell me about the year of the...

Hello to all.... Pictured for my '36 Ford pickup is ALL NEW, the 16 gallon (Galvanized) fuel tank, fuel tank vent, fuel filter, electric fuel pump, fuel pressure gauge (set at 2 1/2 PSI), original style glass bowl type fuel pump (that I gutted and only run fuel through, because I like the looks...

Hello, I have a stock 24 stud flathead V8, tuned up and running good with Stromberg 97 carburetor and electronic ignition. 3 speed manual transmission and I drive conservatively around town. What would be an average miles per gallon rate. Thank you, Bruce in California.

Hello to ALL.... I have a '36 Ford pickup with an alternator and wanted to replace the Fan Belt with new. I utilized a 7/8" x 1 1/4" long Coupling Nut (with 1/2-13 NC internal thread) and a 1/2-13 NC x 1 1/4" long Hex Head Bolt. I used round cardboard cut-outs under the Coupling Nut and above...