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  1. flatman

    Im still here..formerly shortshift on the HAMB

    I used the speedway kit..9 inch dual diaphram booser, 7/8 master cylinder, auxilary vacuum pump set to 19 in. and a large home made vacuum tank hidden on frame rail. Brakes work just like my wifes newer car..Should have done it long ago...because of the calipers in the kit you need to use a...
  2. flatman

    Im still here..formerly shortshift on the HAMB

    54 still running great....Recently upgraded to disc brake up front...Stops like a modern car...
  3. flatman

    '54 front end alignment

    Just tell the alignment guy to put the back wheel fixtures next to the wheel and do the alignment. And just use the front wheel numbers...thats how my local did my 54...I later put a camber guage on the front and they were acceptable settings..Toe-in you can do yourself when needed
  4. flatman

    Parts for sale question

    Can we list 53-59 parts for sale here or do we have to put in the Swap Meet section
  5. flatman

    Just like to say thanks Jeff-b + HRP

    I thought we were dun-4
  6. flatman

    59A adjustable lifters having wear problem

    Thanks for the advice. Looks like i have a few decisions to make.
  7. flatman

    59A adjustable lifters having wear problem

    Valves were getting increasingly noisy. When re-adjusting lifters, found some had uneven wear. Turning lifter in the bore would yield a different reading. More than 10 thousandths in some cases. Lifters are obviously shot. If i replace lifters, can i get away with not changing cam....Also...
  8. flatman

    Crab Distibutor Vacuum brake pad gone

    thats what i used...5/8
  9. flatman

    Crab Distibutor Vacuum brake pad gone

    Thanks for all the replies....New button, cleaned and lightly oiled. Back to normal operation. Love the flathead...Jim
  10. flatman

    Crab Distibutor Vacuum brake pad gone

    one thing i dont know about. Is the leather supposed to be dry or do i oil it
  11. flatman

    Crab Distibutor Vacuum brake pad gone

    Well thanks guys. Punched a leather piece one size bigger and pressed it in. Tight fit this time. Learn something new every day. Now to just pull the distributor and remove the old pad. Jim
  12. flatman

    Crab Distibutor Vacuum brake pad gone

    Thanks for the responses guys...I did the same, bought 1/4 inch heavy leather and then punched the proper size. I know the leather kinda just set in there and i just glued it in. Worked just fine til the knocking started the other day. Maybe my punch is a little small. I will try the next...
  13. flatman

    Crab Distibutor Vacuum brake pad gone

    I want to glue a new leather pad on the vacuum brake plunger. What is the best glue. Cant remember what i used last time, but the leather fell off after only about 3000 miles. thanks for any help
  14. flatman

    ****** shipping box

    If you end up shipping with Fastenal, they may require something they can fork lift. I used an old pallet that i cut up to size. U might check on their requirements before u make a box. I just screwed 2x2s and plywood to the pallet and shipped a fordomatic and they were ok with it. If i...
  15. flatman

    HORNS 6Volt

    $50 includes shipping to lower 48....Good sounding pair of Hi-Lo horns from a 54 Ford...6V..Nice and straight. Just needs a bead-blast and paint...Contact me by my email only.... jimpeg1@hotmail.com
  16. flatman

    fordomatic and FMX transmissions

    50 Bucks for each. Fordomatic came out of my 54 and shifted fine. Leaks oil a bit. Also have a FMX out of a 78? ford. These are being sold as cores, as I cant guarantee they work. FMX supposed to be good also. Both come with flexplates and torque converters.. If interested, send me an email...
  17. flatman

    Solved......need help with carb linkage on 223ci 6 & fordomatic

    This problem has been solved.........Having a heck of a time trying to figure out how to hook the carb and trans linkage up correctly. 223 ci with fordomatic in a 54 ford. If anyone could post a pic of the correct way, it sure would be appreciated. Just picked this car up and the linkage was...
  18. flatman

    SOLD SOLD Ford 223ci 6 cyl with fordomatic trans

    SOLD SOLD SOLD Engine runs with no smoke. Trans will not shift. Engine could use some tlc but starts right up and idles down. Email me at jimpeg1@hotmail.com with any questions
  19. flatman

    Make your ethanol-free gas!

    If it hasn't already been said, check this website. you may find an alcohol-free station near you http://pure-gas.org/
  20. flatman

    Top Wood used, but serviceable

    1930 Standard Coupe. Its all there. Not sure if its original, but i think it is, accept for the header, which is kinda funky. I would say header needs replacing and the side rails are partly gone where they meet the header. If you are good with wood, i think this can be fixed.. Everything else...
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