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What is the small hole centerly located behind the two barrel carb gasket on Ford Flathead V-8?Original gasket had this, new one doesn't have one and no provision on the base of carb for one.

I bought an electric fuel pump from Macs thinking I could use it in line with my mechanical for my 1934 flathead 6 volt system. Now it seems that this pump won't allow the mechanical pump to draw threw as certain posts suggest.also what's the best way to disable the mechanical pump if I decide...

I've got a 1934 ford flathead. Starts when it feels like. Run through ballast resistor. Take off ballast resistor and it starts right up. Reads 5. 3 volts a coil . Should I dump the resistor? That 302 looks better every day!!!

I'm looking to replace my tired Holey 94 (91-99) and am looking at Speedways super 97. I know that the gas and fuel lines are on opposite sides, but will it work on my 1934 V-8 manifold? Your thoughts would be appreciated.

I have a 1934 ford with mechanical brakes. Are the wheel studs pressed into the brake drums. The reason I ask this is because the term (swedged) was used in another post What the heck is swedged?

I purchased a Spicer 2-3-1431X for my 42-52 Ford open drive transmission. I slid the yoke in till it bottomed and pulled it back the recommended 3/4 to 1 inche's the only problem is that the barrel sticks out about two and a half inches.(the exposed part) this may lead to vibrations. I believe...

Are there any good books or manuals that explain how to time first gen flathead? Something that explains vacuum brakes etc. and parts breakdown.l see lots of crab style info but nothing on 1934 distributor. I can't seem to wrap the idea of not turning a later style distributor to change timing...

I like to know what is the safest way to drop your rear transverse Springs. I'd like to drop the rear axle and would like to know what kind of tension is still on the spring if I try to remove the shackle bolts

Flathead with 3-speed, closed driveshaft. I can shift through all gears with no noise but when I let off the gas (in gear) and let the engine pull the rpm's down , it sounds like a slapping noise. I thought it was the mechanical brake rods hitting, but it wasn't'. Any thoughts?😏

I'd like to drop my straight axle an inch or two with reversed eyed springs.what are the pros and cons of this method, rather than a dropped axle?

Looking to put a cross steer power steering box on my 34 stock front end with proper steering arm for conversion. Have seen nothing but manual units, Vega,etc. Has anyone tried this? Steering this is a handful at slow speed and maybe even my wife can enjoy it!!!!

I found an open driveshaft 3 speed (vintage 39-48) but no slip yoke for spine. Does anyone know where to look for such an animal? ? Thanks ,Mikebell.

Will a 1939-1948 open drive 3 speed transmission bolt up to 1st generation flathead with bellhousing part of motor? Thanks -Mikebell.

What modern ford engine and trans , either auto or 5 speed will fit 1934 ford pickup without having to cut or mess with the x-member . Any input from you guys would be appreciated. Looking at ford 302s .:cool:

Have 1934 ford pick up with 6 volt positive system. As a temporary fix I am mounting a 12 volt negative battery in the bed (stand alone).to operate a 12 volt gauge. Can I still use the frame to ground since the frame is already 6 volt positive ground, or play it safe and wire directly to the...

I would like to replace my hydro gas level sending unit (1934. Ford pickup) with current 12 volt unit that will fit my stock tank. Sender and gas pickup in one unit. Anyone have any suggestions?

Would like to install a gas sending unit and fuel pick up (one unit) in my 1934 ford pickup. The old hydro unit is shot. In thinking 12 volt. W.ho makes unit that will fit my tank?:confused:

Have 21 stud heads , 1932 to 1936 , with 5 studs on bottom. Where would you find access for water temp sensor? Newbie on flatheads.:confused: