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I want a stoplight switch for silicone brake fluid for my Forty.. I have been using the regular type switch but about every four years it fails! Looking for a permanent fix. The current switch is 1/8 pipe thread with two posts that accept screws. I am hoping to get the same set avoiding changing...

I need to replace the safety wire on my 1940 Ford hood hinge bolts. Looking for tips on how to run the wire and make it easy? Is there a correct method ? Thanks Tom.

i am looking to add an 6 volt auxiliary electric temperature gauge and sending unit with actual numbers to use on my stock 1940 Ford 6 volt positive ground. I have searched but only can find mechanical gauges. Have any of you run into this? Thanks Tom.

I am finally intstalling my Ford Script Battery. I want to use all new battery cables ,ground straps and starter cables. Who has the most correct and best quality? Thanks Tom.

I had a front end wheel alignment on my 1940 Coupe . Now my steering wheel is not centered as it was before? I had the drag link tie rod replaced as part of the alignment. My front end is totally stock. What needs to be done to center the steering wheel to the right clock position? It is...

I want to balance 650X16 Diamond Back Auburn Deluxe Radials that have the bias ply look on stock 1940 Ford rims . What methods have you used or would suggest? Thank Tom.

I want to repaint the V8 logo on my 1940 Std horn button . What is everyone using for red paint to be close to original color? Thanks Tom.

Looking for vendor with the most correct 6 volt horn for 1940 Ford Coupe. Thanks Tom.

Looking for help and advice again on my 1940 Coupe that I have owned for 61 years with package tray. My current problem is with the coupe backrest support arm located on passenger side of seat. The seat backrest goes up with no problem but does not come down with out a lot playing around. This...

How many 1930 sedan deliverys were produced? What was the first month of production? Any help would be appreciated, Thanks Tom.

I am planning on changing my transmision and rear end fluids in my stock 1940 Ford Standard Coupe. What is everybody using to make the 82 year old components happy? Brands and weights? Thanks Tom.

I am freshen up my hood rubbers on my 1940 Ford Standard. I purchaced a hood rubber kit 91A-16761-S made by Carpenter. I found this kit listed for both Standard & Deluxe. The problem I am having is that the rubbers that attach to the hood on the front that close down on the hood t plate are at...

Has anyone used Steele rubber products on their 1940 coupe. The rear window gasket kit is my primary concern. All the usual vendors are out of them. The Steele ones are in stock at double the price. My interest is the quality and fit from someone who has used them. Looking for feedback. Thanks Tom.

Has any one installed a 6 volt back up camera on a 40 Ford or any other 6 volt car? Looking for vendor to buy from and installation ideas. Thanks Tom.

I have installed new windshield rubber on my 40 coupe windshield glass. I now need to install the windshield divider bar. Looking for hints for best install for no leaks. Is there a top or bottom on the stainless divider. I did not pay attention when I removed it. Both ends look the same to me...

I have original black trunk panels in my 1940 coupe. They are in great shape but have many stains. I would like to freshen up by spray painting. I am looking for some guidance based on personal experience. Thanks Tom.

I am looking for the part number of the 6 volt bulb that goes in the dash above gauge cluster that indicates high/low beamfor a 1940 Std . I also would like to know how to remove bulb from its socket. I have tried but can not figure out. Thanks Tom.

Which is correct on a 40 coupe. Wind lace butted or mitered on the the door corner? Thanks Tom.

What color and method are you using to repaint the 1940 std faceplate in the instrument cluster. ( tan/ beige). Also the brown stripes. What is the brightest 6 volt bulbs have you found for instrument cluster? Thanks Tom.

What gauge wire would you use for a 6 volt dome light to switch in a 40? Thanks Tom.