The Jalopy Journal
I picked up some old ford (probably mid 40's to 50's) glove box latches this weekend and I thought that i remembered seeing (at one time long ago)...
Does anyone know and can share with me if the rear seat for a convertible is the same as a tudor sedan or a business coupe?? What about years? I...
I haven't seen any talk on here about the upcoming event at the fairgrounds. I plan on trekking down there and it will be the first time for...
I will be in the fargo moorhead mn area this coming weekend for a family thing. Searching the area it looks like the toppers are having a...
I have a pair of lincoln push buttons that need to have the inner spring replaced. One of the buttons the spring has deteriorated and is...
I am running an idea around my head using a rear sway bar for my project. To give you a background - my rear is a ford 9 inch, attached to a...
I am in the part of my build where I am needing a driveshaft. The other night we took some measurements and I wanted to know fi the final number...
I want to try to reuse my original turn signal switch in my 49 merc column...(the aftermarket are bulky and out of place, but will resort to it if...
I am looking to replace my stock 50 merc steering box with a tight one. There is a guy on ebay (exk something or other) saying that he knows...
I am looking for some relay/storage help. I have a truck bed full of parts heading to cincinnati next weekend. I am looking for anyone near...
I bought some stuff in Phoenix and I think I have a way to get it to the drags, wanted to know if anyone is heading to the drags from the east...
I am looking for someone near phoenix. if anyone is around there would you let me know. I kind of have a "situation". It would be worth it....
I am lookign to build a movable shop table for my garage and looking for ideas that might have worked well for others. The things I want to...
I have a pic request or tech request. anyone got any recommendations on how to mount the lower portion of a thunderbird seat into the merc rear...
I am to the point in my build that I am going to put the 53 desoto pan into the merc. I have some preliminary cutting done and have spent some...
Hey guys, My good friends Tuck and Slick Rick are trying to get me back to 50's this year. I woudl love to go, but we didn't plan far enough...
Looking around for new shoes and drums for my 9 inch. I wasn't sure if there were any Alliance vendors selling any, but if you know of a good...
I am looking at some parts up there and before I commit to buying them, I wanted to know if there was anyone up there that might be able to help...
Hey guys, looking for some advice or pictures if you have any. I put airride on the front of my merc and now need to replace the shocks to the...
Yeah, Far be it from me to be an expert on anything except parts. But I got my 50 merc in my garage and cut the trunk floor and outer rockers...
I am rebuilding my front end of my 50 mercury and am now to the point of getting the parts back together. Are there any numbers or tightness...
Anyone got digitals of this car? It was in R&C Oct 06. The car gives me a great sense of inspiration and looks really well done. The...
I recently picked up some bolts that I plan on using for bumper bolts. However, the guy I got them from doesn't know what they fit but had a...
I am going to get the fatman "trick" tie rod end assembly (50 merc) and wanted to know if anyone has used it? sounds great and ALOT easier than...
Okay here's the deal. I went to a place this past weekend and bought a butt load of trim. I only needed 3 pieces, and the rest is up for...
I dont' know what most guys do in these situations..but speedo cables always seems to be a little detail that never gets done because it is a pain...
I know alot of you guys run automatics behind your engines and I wanted to know if there was a certain brand you would recommend, or to stay away...
I am really torn about the steering set up for my 50 merc project, maybe you guys could throw in your opinions. I think that keeping the...
I wanted to know if there is anyone out there near this town. I have a car that I am trying to get the title changed into my name. The owner's...
Does anyone know the wheel cylinder size for a 65 merc wagon. I got this 9 inch rear from another hamber and it will need new wheel cylinders..I...
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