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    Oil for 1942-1948 fan hub

    May depend on the year, but fans changed in 42 (4 blade 16 inch) and again in 46 (4 blade 17 inch) Also a 6 blade was available. These fans were mounted higher for better cooling. A Ford service letter changed the lube from engine oil to a EP Lube. I have always used 90 wt in both my 46"s with...
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    3:54 gear set & generators

    Dick: How much for the 3:54 gears? Thanks, Tom.. bloss@grnco.net
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    1946 gas tank sending unit

    Looking for a good used or NOS 46 Ford gas tank sending unit. Tired of fooling with aftermarket units. Thanks Tom bloss@grnc.net
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    Which side of you engine runs hotter

    The FH cars I have, and also past cars, the engines always seem to run a little hotter on they right side. Tom
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    Distributor help?

    Hello All. I found that my 46 conv has no vacuum break cylinder, and the vacuum line to the dist has been plugged. Have been driving the car this way for over 3 years that I have owned it. Some local driving, but also several long trips. Skip has 2 of my distributors that he is setting up for...
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    Who all going to Aurburn National Meet?

    Who sells those clear plastic car covers? Thanks Tom
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    spark plug question

    I have used NGK plugs for several years.NGK also makes a hotter plug. NGK B-4L. I like the B-4L's better... Tom..
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    points 46 ford

    Thanks Guys for all the info....Tom
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    points 46 ford

    Getting ready to rebuild a couple of 46 distributors. I did one a couple of years ago and had trouble finding any quality points. Who sells a good quality point sets? Thanks Tom...
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    posting pictures

    Thanks Guys for the help. Tom
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    posting pictures

    Someone please give me a refresher course on posting pictures. Have not done it in a year or so. Thanks, Tom
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    '47 ford deluxe coupe questions, any photos?

    jsemple6392: I have an early 46 Deluxe bus cp. I got it from the wife of the original owner. The car is original, but restored. I will be glad to take some pictures of the seat. When you see the pictures you will understand how it works and know what parts to look for. Give me a couple of days...
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    Why did Ford make both short and long door coupes?

    The Short door cp was made mainly for salesmen to carry their luggage catalogs, and samples. With no back seat and also the trunk, they had a huge amount of storage. Ford quit making the business cp during the 46 model year, but dealers complained and Ford made them available again, but only in...
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    Universal Lube Issue

    Ed: Can not get the old style grease anymore. Just be sure you use a grease that is low temp, I use Costal and buy it at Auto Zone. I think the melting point is 250 deg's. A high temp grease will cut out a cavity and not lube the Ujoint. Hope this helps...Tom..
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    early 46 bumpers

    My Dad got one of the 46's with full 2X8 wood bumpers. Also none of the exterior chrome or stainless was on the body. Couple of month later it all came in and the dealer installed it. It was a 46 Deluxe 2 door. We kept the car for 10 or 12 years and I learned to drive in that 46. Tom...
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    Fuel Disapearing

    Chris B: Robert Shewman in Pa. makes a fuel line flex hose with a built in check valve which will solve the problem of drain back. I ordered one for one of my cars and it really makes a difference. Robert has ads in the V-8 Times. Hope this helps...Tom.. Mr Shewman"s email address is...
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    V-8 freezing concerns?

    John Mc: Be on the safe side. Drain the radiator and block. Tom..
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    SOLD !! 6 inch battery ground straps 2 FOR $15

    Re: Nos not used! 6 inch battery ground straps 2 FOR $15 Tony: Have you sold the ground straps yet? If not I will take them. Email your address and I send the money. Thanks, Tom... bloss@grnco.net
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    Hot Air Heaters for 34-46 Fords

    See their Email address now. Thanks, Tom..
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    Hot Air Heaters for 34-46 Fords

    How do I get in touch with Rob? Phone # or email addrerss. Thanks Tom
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