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GM, what size ballast resistor do i need to use with a skip coil? I just got my coil in and cant recall what size skip told me to get.

GM, I just mailed Skip my original coil to do the conversion. I am going to run the Petronix coil for now until I get my skip unit back

I will try a different brand coil and also reroute away from the engine heat just in case. It’s odd because it only happens on hot summer days here in Texas. That being said, all my other classic cars have the coil mounted on top or near the engine snd don’t have this issue. Hopefully I just...

Flapjack, the current coil has around 4 ohms

Jack, what type internally resisted coil should I get?

I have been reading the various threads on this issue and after checking my system, I am still having the same issue with my coil overheating. I have a 1948 ford tudor sedan with the original flathead but converted over to 12 volts negative ground. When cold, the car starts up perfect and runs...

Thank you, Branded

Sorry for not responding. Yes it’s a aftermarket tanks as the original was horribly rusted after 30+ years. Branded, what you described is exactly my issue.

Thanks everyone who have weighed in. Still having problems getting the sending unit to sit flush on the mounting flange. It’s like the body of the sender that goes inside the tank is too large for the opening (that be very slightly). I confirmed that the level arm is not hitting the sides of the...

Looks just like 19Fordy picture

I found a Ford NOS fuel sending unit for a 1948 Ford panel truck on eBay. Figured the actual sending unit base would work and I would just modify the float arm to work with my 48 Tudor sedan. Not so or atleast for not I can’t get it to work. Problem is the sending unit will not drop down and...

In need of a original / NOS fuel sending unit that will fit a 1948 Ford Tudor Sedan. I am running original gauges in my 48 and the original al sender would be ideal. Message me at adutch06@yahoo.com if you have one for sale. Best, Aaron

Thank you, Brian. I have stock heads so I’ll look for the torque specs

Brian, I have not. Given it’s being driven more, should I ? And if so, what should I torque them to?

V8Coopman, you are right. I can use that extra money for the next project car now. I live in the Clear Lake Area. JSeery, thanks for the additional info. It startled me a bit to see the temps.

RalphM, I stay away from the freeways or highly congested areas as well. Luckily I know the back roads to get where I am going haha

Thanks everyone. Doesn’t look like I need a new radiator. Drained the radiator and put in a diluted 50/50 mix. Also got it out on the road and it didn’t go above 200 degrees on either head. The diluted mix and improved airflow did the trick. I will have to replace the original mechanical fan...

Anyone have recommendations for good radiator shops in Houston Texas to rebuilt original 1948 Ford Tudor Sedan radiator? For context of why I am asking, please see below. My original 1948 Ford Tudor Sedan radiator probably needs to be rebuilt. The motor was rebuilt a few years ago and I have...

Thank you, FortyNiner

Thank you, Mark.