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[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Picked this up and would like to use it on my build. Before I restore it I need to understand how it worked originally....
I've pick up this heating tip for my Harris torch but I'm not sure what my setting should be for the gas. I'm getting a lot of popping. Greatly...
Over the weekend I fabricated both my pedal mount and master mount on my '29 build which has lead to some brake questions. 1) Using '39 drum...
I'm in the planning stages for rear shock placement on my 29 full fendered high-boy project. Please share photos of what you've done. Thanks!
Anyone split their 28-31 model A wishbone and have the ball/yolk left over? I’m in need. Thanks!
So I shortened my drive shaft for my '28 build. Everything fits well, but I want a second set of eyes. According to Tardel, the driveshaft should...
Please show me your AV8 tudor gas tank solutions. Bonus if you retained your rear seat. I see Speedway sells a "'32" style tank (not cheap) -...
I have to shorten a solid drive shaft and have new splines cut. I think the job is a little to big for my small mill and I've never cut splines...
Working on my 1928 AV8. I’m using a 1939 drivetrain, trans, rear, torque tubes and radius rods. I’ve shortened the torque tube to but before I...
Custom-made (in the USA) copper & brass model A radiator. Made to mate a Ford flathead 8AB to a 30/31 grill shell. This has only been used in...
Thoughts about cheap radiators like this?
Will a 32 grill shell fit around a '30/'31model A radiator? Thanks!
I'm using the Tardel method of using a 32K member in my model A build. I would like to use rivets instead of welding to allow chassis flex. What...
I recently split the bones on my model A build and I'm looking for advice on mounting the rear pivot. Not visible in the photo below, but in the...
Hi guys, Test fitting my motor for my 1928 Tudor build and I'm looking for advice on the fan and pulleys. As you can see from the photos my...
Can an 1930 Ford A chassis be used with a full-fendered 28/29 body without modifications? Thx!
Hey guys, I'm considering buying a car that was nicely hand pin-striped. The only problem is, words were also pin-striped onto it. Small words,...
I’ve had this case for about 40 years. No idea where I got it but I’m sure my father was involved - he was a classic junk collector. Although...
As I plan out the wiring for my flathead powered 30 coupe, I'm wondering which circuits are you guys running fuses on. I'm using a 12v generator...
I picked up this column with turn signals and I want to use it. I think it’s 50’s Ford. Can anyone ID it, and more important does anyone have a...
Does anyone know the OEM part number of a late 50's/early 60's 12V generator? Something off a Galaxy or Mustang perhaps. I will be modifying it...
I'm finding the torque specs for steel heads, but not aluminum for my 1952 Ford flathead. Can someone tell me the specs please? Offenhauser...
So I picked a heater here on the HAMB because it was made in Brooklyn NY. I plan to restore it for my coupe and the tag on the front is important...
Hey guys, based on the THIS older thread, I'm interest in converting my '52 Ford 8BA 6v generator to 12v. If I'm understanding the thread...
I'm sure this is a VERY stupid question, but anyway. 1952 8BA flathead motor, stock starter, new 12v ford starter relay, new 12v batt. I want to...
I have a spool of colored-cloth spark plug wire and I'd like to see some photos of how you guys route it on you flatheads for inspiration. Mine is...
What setups are you guys using to monitor your engine temp? I have the original senders on my 1952 8BA, but I don't have the gauges. Were there...
I hope to test fire my recently rebuilt 1952 8BA on a stand. I want to hook up a remote oil filter and oil pressure gauge. The motor has been...
Hi guys, I need to build some brakes likes for my model A. Fitting '39-'49 hardware. What size/thread fitting and tubing to I need? I'd like to...
1953 Chevy 210 four door mild custom. Runs/drives great. Clear title, registered and insured. Here are a list of some of it's features. -...
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