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[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] I've got 4 firestone 710-15 tires with 3 1/4 inch whitewall that are like new. I had them on my 49 fleetline...
Looking for the windshield. Do you have it?
TJ? Thats pretty far for somethin ya can get here in Cali. Or is it Mexi-cali. But shit, I'd go to TJ even after I bought the Serape here...
THANK ALL OF YA.....I do appreeciate the help.
I want to lower my 53 merc. The rear is a no brainer with blocks. But my buddy suggested I cut the coil springs in the front? I'm sure someone...
Hey all, Whats the cheapest way to fix rusted through flooring. The rear flooring on on my 53 merc is shot.
Thanks Everyone. Lots of great info.
Thanks for the info. I do appreciate it.
Does anyone know if a 1971 Ford 200CID can run on unleaded gas without any modification internally?
Can anyone tell me how to mount a 302/C4 into a 53 merc. I'd appreciate any and ALL help here. Thanks.
Thanks for all your help and for the comments. Surely do appreciate them.
How much is my flathead engine worth? Its starts and runs great. I have it advertised for 3000 but no takers. What say all of you?
In the past I posted a "Wanna Trade" flathead post. Only one possible but that fell through. So I went ahead and fixed it and am glad I did. When...
Does anyone know what brake drums are interchageable with 1953 Mercury Brake drums? Can anything newer be used? Discs?:confused:
Thanks. Appreciate the help.
Does anyone know if I can try to start y flathead with a 12 volt batt? Its on a stand and since I just replaced a bad valve I'd like to see if...
Here she is.
Thanks for all the info gents..I think I crushed a lifter though. Used too big of a hammer I guess. Engine turns nicely......Except for that dang...
Speaking of 53 mercury's. either one of you fella's know where I can get a Rebuild kit for my 255? I'm gonna do it stock unless its better to hop...
I have a 53 Merc flathead 255. Found the number 5 cylinder intake valve stuck. Everything else seems to be fine. No visible cracks between water...
I was gonna ask that same question. Except I dunno when my flattie ran last. Took it apart as I thought it was froze. I found the intake valve on...
Hey everyone, Mercman53 here from Madera Ca. Working on a 53 merc custom. I really hope to be of help to anyone and find help when I need it. Have...
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