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    Flathead Engine Storage

    Hello, could you please advise on the best way to prevent rust in the original 1939 flathead engine during long-term storage? Should I drain the cooling system completely, or is it better to leave coolant in the engine? If coolant should be used, what type do you recommend? The local climate...
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    1939 Ford Pickup Front Leaf Spring

    Hello all, Please provide a picture or diagram with dimensions for the 1939 front spring. Existing dimensions 39 3/8" eye to eye center. 9 3/8" interior at arc Having issues installing with existing shackles dimensions.
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    Front Axle 1939 Ford pickup

    Hello all, Does anyone have a diagram or picture of a 1939 pickup front axel with dimensions from various reference points? My father's pickup has an issue when turning the steering wheel to the right. The front left wheel doesn’t rotate, it drags instead, leaving rubber marks on the floor.
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    1939 pickup engine oil filter

    Hi all, Please clarify the following: 1. I started having issues (spills) with the existing oil filter. Please see the attached pictures. It looks like it is too low. I was told it is possible to reuse the old filter. Is that correct? 2. I purchased a new filter, 7HA-6731-A, but it is bigger...
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    1939 pickup Door Latch

    Please advise: what could be the reason that the passenger door latch mechanism opens from outside even though it is locked inside? See the attached pictures.
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    1937 to 1939 pickup chassis ID

    Hello all, Please clarify the complete nomenclature of chassis id for pickups 1937 to 1939.
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    1937-1939 Exported Ford pickup vin

    Hello all, Please advise where I can find the vin number of exported Ford pickup years 1937 to 1939. I searched around the three locations of the driver's side top frame (steering box, cabin support, and rear cross frame). Also I searched at top of the transmission housing. I can't find any number.
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    Electronic distributor

    Hello all! Please share pictures or videos of the installation of electronic distributors (1939 Ford pickup, but any info for flatheads around that year will help). I want to change the original distribution to a new one due to issues for which I can't find a solution. I have basic knowledge of...
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    1939 Ford pickup Fan distance

    Hi all, Please indicate how far should be the fan from the radiator? In my pickup is 4 inches away. Please see attached.
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    1939 Ford ignition caps

    Hello, A "dumb" question. I am following the wire order as show in the back of the ignition caps, but apparently is not correct. I found some diagrams but are some discrepancies (see attached). Any advice is appreciated.
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    1939 pickup new distributor

    Hello all, Does any one can please share pictures or videos how to install a speedway electronic distributor? https://www.speedwaymotors.com/1932-41-Ford-Flathead-3-Bolt-Electronic-Distributor,11999.html I tried first the coil conversion kit, but the engine makes explosion noises, I not sure...
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    Electronic distributor for 1939 Ford 1/2tn pick-up

    Hello, Does anyone have installed 3 bolt electronic distributor? I found one that says distributor "ready-to-run" unit that does not require a control box. Where the truck is located there are not many spare parts for the original distributor, neither mechanics that know how to fix or...
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    1939 pickup 1/2 ton engine noise

    https://youtu.be/LonQmvgLlsM Hello all, Please advice how to fix the noise showing in the shared link video. We just change the rotor, cover plates, points and bushings of the distributor, also new spark plugs and cables. Thanks in advance.
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    1939 pickup Coil

    Hello, Please provide a picture of how the original coil is wiring. Also, can a 6v coil be use in a 12v system? If so, what can I do to prevent any damage? Thanks in advance.
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    1939 pickup 1/2 ton Distributor

    Hello, Please indicate where I can buy the parts marked red in the attached diagram (what is the name of these parts and what they do?). Also, I need the coil for distribuidor that has number 2 in the case (see picture). What means the number 2? I have other distributor that has number 3. Can...
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    1939 pickup 1/2 ton Distributor

    Hello, I was told that the cam weight assembly of the distributor needs to be fixed. Please let me know how to fix the cam "nut edges"; or where I can buy a new one. Looks like also I will need the base for the contacts. Please see pics.
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    1939 Ford pickup transmission grinding noise

    Hello all, I am new at driving this pickup, but I notice a grinding noise while shifting from 2nd to 1st, going slow or fast the same noise appear and feels an obstruction in the shifter.
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