http://www.classiccar.com/forum/categories/ford-motor-company/p6/feed.rss Wed, 19 Jun 13 13:47:37 +0000 Ford Motor Company Discussions on Classic Car Forum en-CA http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/118382/decoding-a-1963-mercury-comet Sat, 09 Jan 2010 00:46:42 +0000 glessen 118382@/forum/discussions


Vin # 3H15U557885

Door tag

Body 76A Color J Trim 75 Date 11F DSO 41 Axle Trans 53



I believe the rear end tag states

W B Y - H1

3 50 3FA 613



Any information would be great. Restoring car for a friend and like to do the paper work for the car. Give it a little history



Krista]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/118336/free-car-manuals-to-download-online Fri, 08 Jan 2010 11:00:03 +0000 carzaholics 118336@/forum/discussions


Website - http://ebook-files.info/freemanuals/



All the best

james]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/99521/begining-biuld-of-51-merc Sun, 05 Apr 2009 19:50:37 +0000 mercrising 99521@/forum/discussions


P.S. Where would I need to go to decode the VIN number to identify original style, engine size, etc....?]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/106648/identify-late-model-ford-v8-flathead Tue, 07 Jul 2009 23:53:18 +0000 Toms37Ford 106648@/forum/discussions http://flatheaddrag.com/birthday.html site and where they say to look (intake gasket face), all I see is an E. Can't find any other numbers on the block. Anyone have any suggestions on what year this is and what model motor? Also is there any other locations to look or reference sites. Sorry just got the truck and this is my first Flathead AWESOME!!



Thanks

Tom]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/114934/will-a-ford-o-matic-tranny-from-a-332-fit-onto-a-272-y-block Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:00:57 +0000 thaddeus333 114934@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/116006/ford-292-y-block Sun, 29 Nov 2009 20:29:25 +0000 tycollins 116006@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/117204/1966-fairlane-500-question Sun, 20 Dec 2009 17:35:56 +0000 lecatv 117204@/forum/discussions
I may have an opportunity to aquire what I believe is a 1966 Fairlane 500. I believe it to be a 66 because I am fairly certain that it has drum brakes. This particular car has been sitting for quite some time and will need a complete retoration. I personaly do not posess the means or the patience nessesary for such a project, I am only trying to save a wonderful classic from the scrap crusher. Upon my initial inspection, I found that the hood was missing. Other than that, all sheet metal seems to be straight and rust free. It seems as though the headlights, taillights,all glass and emblems are still intact. The front windows were rolled down so the interior is completely shot.



My questions are as follows.

Is this car worth saving? Will I be able to find someone interested in restoring the car?



Was the Fairlane ever available with a 351 engine? There are emblems on the front fenders that say 351. All my research thus far does not show that Fairlanes were ever offered with a 351.

Would these emblems be factory installed or installed by a previous owner?

I would appreciate any help given.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/114523/garanty-to-steal-my-car Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:32:57 +0000 SCHOONER 114523@/forum/discussions Hi Gang



I got me a beautiful ' 66 Ford Mustang Convertible just about finished from my restorer.

The sad part is: IF THE CAR THEIF WANT YOUR CAR HE WILL GET IT !



I can't begin to tell you guys how that whole situation grabs me by the throat.



With all the modern tech in the world today; you mean to tell me there's NO WAY TO STOP 'EM.



I search and search and came by a company called: REVELCO anti-thief system. Here's what they say: Since 1976 NO CAR HAS BEEN STOLEN WITH OUR SYSTEM IN IT. And they give the customer a LIFETIME GARANTY to that affect.



Now tell me people have any of you out there have this system our friends that have it. What's the results.



Thanks Guys/Gals



]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/115470/tons-of-55-5657-t-bird-and-other-ford-parts Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:14:43 +0000 thaddeus333 115470@/forum/discussions thaddeus333@hotmail.com with the part you are looking for and I will get back to you with availability and price. If I have posted this listing in the wrong spot please tell me where it would be more appropriate.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/116016/mustang-restoration Sun, 29 Nov 2009 23:17:52 +0000 banshee_jon 116016@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/114517/help-with-ford-fairlane-restoration Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:03:03 +0000 68Fairlane 114517@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/115435/help-with-a-57-custom-300-sedan Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:46:00 +0000 thaddeus333 115435@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/114563/help-for-me-and-my-52-merc Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:09:06 +0000 The Butcher 114563@/forum/discussions
Any input would be greatly appreciated. Take care.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/114876/just-itchin-to-drive-but-having-tranni-problems-57-ford-custom-300 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 22:59:32 +0000 thaddeus333 114876@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/113651/steel-fuel-line-54-customline-i-6 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 22:09:32 +0000 wizade 113651@/forum/discussions


While replacing the Carb, I bent/snapped off the end section of the tube!! The problem I have now is that I can't seem to find this part anywhere?



I've searched the parts on the big classic ford sites, and I can't find it anywhere.



Thoughts?]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/113468/converting-1937-ford-brakes-to-hydraulics Sat, 17 Oct 2009 18:41:32 +0000 ralph527 113468@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/113235/please-help-rebuilding-master-cylinder-on-a-57-ford-custom-200-4-door-sedan Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:21:47 +0000 thaddeus333 113235@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/112965/checking-dwell-on-6-volt-systems Sun, 11 Oct 2009 20:47:07 +0000 ACJCF2 112965@/forum/discussions


I set my points at .026 and plugs at .030 per my 56 manual. I will recheck these settings when I get my 52-54 shop manual.



Any advice is appreaciated

Jim]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/112958/carburetor-help-where-to-buy Sun, 11 Oct 2009 18:49:15 +0000 wizade 112958@/forum/discussions


I need to get a new carburetor for my 1954 ford customline - its the inline 6 engine. The current one isn't original, but its leaking and not working well.



There is a white Holley label on top with this text:



986298

0670

Reman by Holley

64-3040



I've been googling and the 64-3040 number seems to bring up a lot of rebuild kits, but I can't find any new or remanufactured carbs?



Where's the best place to get one for the best price?

Is there another carb that will work better for the application?



thanks!!!]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/112414/1936-ford-v8-3-window Sun, 04 Oct 2009 18:10:30 +0000 Tale Gunner 112414@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/112088/first-car-project-new-member-1954-meteor Tue, 29 Sep 2009 04:20:29 +0000 MickeysMeteor 112088@/forum/discussions
I just joined tonight thought I might as well start with a Heloo thread and introduce myself and my baby, a 1954 Meteor.

http://i753.photobucket.com/albums/xx171/Ryanmark7/DSC00251.jpg?t=1254197924

I took a week off work next week, so I should have a few progress pics.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/111031/03952-crestline-victoria Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:04:04 +0000 hwallin 111031@/forum/discussions


I am about to purchase from a family member a 1952 Ford Crestline 2 door hardtop. The car was sold new in Atlanta and my uncle is the second owner. It has been in my uncle's basement since 1982. Has 47,560 original miles. It is in outstanding unrestored condition. Paint, chrome, etc are all perfect. Never had body work. Black bottom with white top. No rust. Original flathead V8 runs great. 3 speed with overdrive. I'm frankly amazed by the condition of the car.



I know this car is valuable but I'm not a collector and have no idea what it could reasonably be worth. Does anyone have an opinion as to the price range a car like this could be worth? Thanks for any comments, Howard]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/91558/03953-victoria Mon, 15 Dec 2008 21:29:03 +0000 FLAT 37 91558@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/109321/1957-ford-custom-t-bird Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:22:39 +0000 mrw-ss 109321@/forum/discussions http://tinyurl.com/georgia-boy. Have a good look. These customs are great.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/5372/what039s-the-best-way-to-sell-this-unusual-car Sat, 09 Apr 2005 21:35:37 +0000 5372@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/108988/1966-ford-fairlane-500-sat-for-25-years-i-need-help-because-i-bought-it- Wed, 12 Aug 2009 02:44:47 +0000 jrocker 108988@/forum/discussions


I recently bought a 66 4-door fairlane.



some general specifics: Sat for 20 years in garage, 6 outside in Riverside, CA



Has 289 V8 2 barrel carb

Has C-4 Automatic Transmission

Has Factory A/C

Has newly repainted and restored rims because it had four flats and I had to fix them. That was costly and has me worried.



Has I don't know what else. I'll find out when I get it out of Corona, With no wheels that's hard.



Has amazingly preserved interior, how long should rubber last in this car? How difficult should flushing bad liquids from this car be?

How much do I need to do before this thing can roll down El Paseo in Palm Desert & not be kicked off for breaking down? :cool: (maybe for comparison I'll say Bel Air in L.A., Another place I may actually go- not because I'm rich but because I've got relatives to live up to. Working on that.)



I already know about flushing the gas tank, what else needs repair/replace? I want to do as little as possible to get it running and work from there as I drive it. I intend to make this car perfect eventually but drivability is first.



Any suggestions?



-Thanks, Justin]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/108957/65-comet-caliente-trouble Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:37:24 +0000 65caliente 108957@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/108481/mercury-concept-car-at-meadow-brook Mon, 03 Aug 2009 18:24:32 +0000 barry2952 108481@/forum/discussions


The rest of the cars are here. Quite a show.



http://s244.photobucket.com/albums/gg18/barry2952/Meadow%20Brook%202009/?start=0

























]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/108488/1950-ford-flathead-v8 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 22:46:14 +0000 Don'tMatter 108488@/forum/discussions


I have a 1950 Ford F3 3/4 ton with a Flathead V8 with 90,000 m. It has been siting for 20 years and it has very low compression. Only 30 pounds in all cylinders. Cam shaft timing is ok, I put oil in the cylinder and compression stayed the same.



I cleaned the valves and it is still low. What else could I do?]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/108275/identify-this-torino-500-style Thu, 30 Jul 2009 12:25:42 +0000 Torino500 108275@/forum/discussions
Does any one know anything of this area of Torino's]]>