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There are still lots of us with dead android apps. Mine just shows network errors. Nothing seems to fix it. Is there a fix planned or just access...
My phone is still doing this as well. Looks like there may be no fix coming. Hopefully with a new update.
Hi Guys, I am trying to identify the rear end in my Monarch. It was swapped out. I was convinced it was an 8.8 but on a further look I believe...
It would have probably worked but it has a 390 and c6 so quite a bit heavier
Update in the Springs in my 54 Monarch. Sits way to low. Can't fully turn the wheels. Car looks awesome though. I am going to try changing rims to...
Kind of hard to see will get better pics. Is 5.5 inches from lip of rim to wheel well.
Just did first side of my 54 Monarch (Canadian mercury) used aerostar springs. 129.00 cdn at Auto Value. Worked out great. Unfortunately gonna be...
When we lived in Manitoba in 1970 p/u had to be licensed as commercial vehicles so you had to put your name on the doors. My Dads said Jack...
Here is a pic of my 54 Monarch. Not the best angle but the rear quarters have an 8 inch stretch.[ATTACH]
Can't see how that is possible unless there were a lot of big changes along the way.
It would say Ford Motor company of Canada on the top of the Vin tag.
If the brakes don't release when you open the bleeders it is most likely the calipers. When I put on my front discs I installed a manual...
Check the pressure. I have always just used a high quality mechanical pump. Easy to install and very dependable. Designed for carburators.
It is 46 1/2 at the center line.
Do you still need that messurement. I can run out to my shop and get it for you right now.
I am going, going to be the 3rd time with the Merc, also bringing my 56 Triumph bobber. Driving down from Calgary Alberta, last year we had snow...
That car is sick! Posted using the Full Custom H.A.M.B. App!
I was wondering if you guys could help me dig out some of the history of my car. It was purchased by a good friend of mine, who has since passed...
Ok, sorry to take so long to get back at this but has been a hell of a summer. The Monarch is back together and on the road. I fixed all the nasty...
Thanks Wizzard, That is about right. The engine appears to be close to level. I will crawl back under there and check the pinion angle and the...
Thanks, just by eyeballing it looks like trans points up hill towards the rear of the car.
390 with c6. Will be the weekend before I get a chance. Thanks. Posted using the Full Custom H.A.M.B. App!
The spacers lift the trans above the cross member. I will get some better pics in a few days. Waiting for my camera to be repaired. The whole car...
Yes there is a mount under it. The cross member seems to have flex in it. I can move it by hand. I am going to check the angles. Is the trans pan...
Ok, I'm not a pro builder nor do I play one on TV. I am chasing down what I believe to be a drive line vibration. I jacked the old girl way up in...
I have a 390 with and C6 in my 54. It fits like a glove. it is tight but awesome when it is done. I would remove the front of the car and the rad...
This is not an easy swap out. The steering shaft is pressed into the steering box. You will either have to cut the old shaft off or have it...
I love to see time capsules like this one, I can picture his grandfather driving it. It is awesome that it hasn't been messed with in so long. Vic
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