| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-10-2020 @ 6:59 AM |
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I have always found the early Ford V8’s fascinating. Now at the age of 31 I have finally obtained my very own to service and enjoy. Back in June of this year 2020 an opportunity approached regarding a 1936 Ford Tudor Touring Deluxe. An elderly gentleman was selling the car and had only owned it for two years. Digging deeper regarding the car’s history I discovered it was put up on blocks in a garage back in 1984. The car sat in that garage undisturbed until 2018. The elderly gentleman pulled the car from storage and had a mechanic replace the gas tank and install a post war fuel pump and carb. Fuel system working again, he only drove the car twice. Put back in the garage shortly after the fuel service in 2018, the car sat once again until my purchasing just recently this summer 2020. This old Ford was the very first early V8 I had ever seen in person. I did not know about the Early Ford V8 Club of America. I did not know about the Ford Barn. I didn’t know a single soul who had ever owned a 1930’s Ford V8. Going off the information from the old man, I was led to believe this 1936 Ford Touring sedan was an all original deluxe survivor car. At this moment, let us just say the old man was maybe partially right. I have been digging into the car and studying more about these early V8’s, especially the 1935/1936-year cars. I have the club book and 15 other books/brochures/service books detailing 1935/1936 as well as 1932-1940 V8’s. I have been committing several hours 6 days a week to reading and studying about this car. I want to know the 1935/1936-year cars inside and out. Now three months into the car and my Ford books, things are starting to look incorrect regarding mechanical and cosmetic items on the car. There are items I am still scratching my head on when it comes to authenticity and the identity of what this car was off the line new in 1936. I wanted to document my servicing and research thru a general topic here on the forum for those who are interested as well as those seeking more information on the 1936 year Ford car. There will be plenty of questions along the way; I am brand new with Ford V8’s. This is my first pre-war car and my first mechanical experience with a pre-war car. On the side I have been reading and studying up regarding the 1936-year Ford, all of it’s features as well as general motoring applications regarding 1930’s cars and the technology used during that time regarding mechanical items and definitions. I grew up in the 1990’s, so this pre-war car stuff is brand new to me. I am ready and willing to learn. I am the type of person that hits the ground running, so let us get started! I will be including a YouTube video series to document the servicing of the car for those interested. Video below was made prior to the discovery this car was originally a standard that was later made into a deluxe via a collector 30+ years ago. A decision has been made to take this car back to it's origin, a standard. Key evidence and facts point to the car's origin that it was indeed a standard car ordered/purchased by first owner in 1936. YouTube Exterior video (Disclaimer: thru much research, I now know the car is not 90-100 percent original!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2r3butdXZY&t=111s Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Deluxe Tudor Touring Sedan This message was edited by Ketronj281989 on 10-31-20 @ 2:33 PM
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-10-2020 @ 7:02 AM |
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My first order of business post purchasing will be the mechanical servicing of the car. I drove the car on 6 occasions before putting it in the garage for winter servicing. All 6 of these occasions were 5 to 10 min. trips around the block. This is all the car would do before sputtering, overheating, and grinding gears. Now with that said, I have been driving a standard transmission since I was 15. This transmission seems different from a modern one; I have noticed I have to shift the transmission in this Ford slowly to allow for the synchronizer to engage. Prior to hopping into the car for the first time, I already knew reverse and 1st are not synchronized. I have since discovered am having a general transmission problem, more on that later! Several major finding while the car was driven around the block: - Temp. gauge fluid rose to top of sight glass within 10 minutes of running and driving - Car would sputter, lose power upon acceleration - Car had trouble shifting between gears, mainly 1st and 2nd - 3rd gear was only obtained on two occasions, seemed to work fine - Down shift from 3rd to 2nd on those two occasions seemed to work fine I was ultra-excited to have my very own pre-war car, especially a Ford V8. I was very eager to drive it on the road. These small “outings” quickly made me realize I was going to have to perform some major service work on the car. Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Deluxe Tudor Touring Sedan
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-10-2020 @ 7:11 AM |
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The tires must be decades old and are clearly unsafe to use today. Gum dipped Firestone deluxe, each tire is stamped “made in New Zealand”! The white walls on each are checkered. The spare has never been used before and has a nice bulge on one side. Guess the tube inside is possibly going bad? I would guess these tires are at least 30 years old or even older. Nice to see the accessory stainless steel wheel bands on all 5 wheels!! A harbor freight interior upholstery tool made from plastic is the finest tool to pull the hubcaps, no marring at all!! Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Deluxe Tudor Touring Sedan
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-10-2020 @ 7:37 AM |
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The previous owner told me the car used to run in parades and car shows back in the early 1980s and before. He did not own the car back then though. Digging in the trunk I located three boxes of small parts. Two of the boxes had an old address (likely the owner before this old man) dated 1980 and 1982. Several old sales receipts for reproduction Ford V8 spring shackles, cotter pins, and bearings were dated 1980. The glove box contained quite a few items from the 1980s. One of those items included a map dated from the early 1980s. The previous owner didn’t know much regarding the car’s history. He purchased it at an estate auction back in 2018, owned prior by a deceased friend who had it for several years prior to passing. Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Deluxe Tudor Touring Sedan
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| TonyM | -- 10-10-2020 @ 6:15 PM |
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Looks good . Good luck with the car. . . . 78-730B
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| flatfoot | -- 10-17-2020 @ 6:24 PM |
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I have a '36 deluxe fordor tourning sedan. The spark plug wires on your are correct. This is a very nice car. Door handles appear correct and the interior also. The fuel pump on mine which is a late model does not have a glass bowl. If you need photos I can send them to you. Good luck. I drive mine rain or shine and almost every day. I also drive it in the winter, if it is not snowing or icy.
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-20-2020 @ 4:41 PM |
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flatfoot, Thank you for your response. I would greatly appreciate photos for reference during my restoration. My Email is: Trainmaster227@gmail.com I too plan to drive this car daily once complete! More updates to come soon. Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Deluxe Tudor Touring Sedan This message was edited by Ketronj281989 on 10-20-20 @ 4:42 PM
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| therunwaybehind | -- 10-22-2020 @ 1:49 AM |
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I can give you some understanding of the tires. First the bulge on the sidewall of the spare is a separation of the exterior body rubber of the tire from the cords. It is not something changing the tube will cure. It was generally due to rubber dust in the factory not allowing a good vulcanization bond between the body and the cords. Secondly on the weather checking from sunlight ultraviolet rays. The danger is if the cord body is cotton which can rot from moisture entering the checked surface. If the cord body is rayon (and so marked) the danger then is dust and grit entering and abrading the cords. The spare tire blister was more common on U.S. Royal tires and sometimes caused the sidewall to contact the springs on the rear of Fords after 1949 that had the two longitudinal springs of a Hotchkiss style rear end. This kind of blister can blowout. It is unlikely that the cord body of these tires is nylon which had their own kink which was known as flat spotting and the thumping that occurred until the cords warmed up in cold weather. I personally don't like the look of a 1935 because the body was thrown forward to give more passenger space and length for a trunk. You can find details about this in brochures of that era. The 1936 because of it's more pointed grille takes away the forced look of the 1935. Shifting the transmission might require you to learn how to double clutch which is disengage the gear by pressing in the clutch then accelerate the engine in neutral to match the lower gear if shifting down or simply letting the engine decelerate a bit and then in either case engage the desired gear up or down and reengage the driveline by letting out the clutch. See! No jerk! and no grinding or blocking. The second and third relationship is by a dog clutch termed a synchronizer and is relatively simpler to operate but might result in jumping out of gear on deceleration in gear under load if the shifter fork is badly worn. The later cars had almost the same wheel base as the 1936 but had different spring bases and spring lengths such that their track was the same with a goal of a softer ride. This message was edited by therunwaybehind on 10-22-20 @ 1:50 AM
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| Model B | -- 10-22-2020 @ 7:43 AM |
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Jon, First of all...you have a NICE looking car there! I would repair the problems that you have found and drive the heck out of it! Some things will correct themselves just by driving it a little. Other things, radiator for instance, may need to be checked out by a reputable radiator repair shop. We have a great radiator shop here in Wilmington, OH that specializes in vintage radiators (Powell's Radiator Shop). You are going to enjoy your car...along with everyone that sees it going down the road! Welcome aboard! Pat
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-22-2020 @ 2:16 PM |
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therunwaybehind, Thank you for the info on the tires. I looked over all five, each stamped "4 ply rayon". Will be replacing the tires this spring before the car is on the road. All new information for me, thanks for the explanations! I have heard of double clutching the Model A cars. Appreciate the explanation and walkthrough. In a perfect world with a perfectly tuned/serviced transmission would I really need to double-clutch this car? Intermediate and high gear are synchronized. Reverse and low I have to be at a stop before shifting the lever right? Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Tudor Touring Sedan
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-22-2020 @ 2:28 PM |
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Pat, Thanks for the welcome and comments on the car. I plan to daily drive the car rain or shine once all items are serviced. You bring up a great item, the radiator. I have since taken the radiator out of the car. I'm from Hamilton OH and grew up around that territory. Tell me, do they have extensive experience with the 1936 Ford V8 radiator? Should I get mine re-cored or just professionally cleaned? I look forward to meeting you all at the nationals with my car when the covid thing is over with! Thanks for the tip on Powell's Radiator Shop, I desperately want to find someone like these guys close to Lexington KY. These guys may be just what I need! Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Tudor Touring Sedan
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| Model B | -- 10-22-2020 @ 8:14 PM |
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Powell Radiator Service in Wilmington, OH has repaired/restored many 1936 radiators. He has done several in our regional group alone. He will check it out and let you know what he feels is the best way to put you back on the road. His contact info is: 1277 W Main St, Wilmington, OH 45177 Ph: 937-382-2096 I believe he still advertises in Hemmings Motor News. Good Luck, Pat
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| Model B | -- 10-23-2020 @ 5:42 AM |
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Jon, Are you familiar with the Early Ford V-8 Foundation Museum? They have a whole wing dedicated to the 1936 Ford! Every body style on display. They are located in Auburn, IN. Should think about becoming a member. Here is their website: http://www.fordv8foundation.org/ Pat
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-23-2020 @ 3:18 PM |
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Pat, Thanks so much for the radiator contact info. I am going to make contact soon and pay the shop a visit. I did know about the foundation museum, have not been yet. One of my goals by spring or summer 2021 is to drive my '36 Ford to the museum for the car's first "long distance" inaugural run post servicing. Me and a friend (non ford collector) were talking about what a great trip that would be. Thanks Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Tudor Touring Sedan
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-25-2020 @ 5:16 PM |
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With the known history of the car now behind us, I wanted to first share several exterior/interior photo's before we dig into the mechanical side. Exterior pictures attached of how I received the car back in June of this year. At time of purchase and first few videos I made, I had the interpretation the car was an original Deluxe survivor car. This is what the previous owner had told me. I now know this is not the case. Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-25-2020 @ 5:17 PM |
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-25-2020 @ 5:22 PM |
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Thanks to the help of new found friends and fellow collectors, several exterior items are out of place on this car. -Don Rodgers including several members of the club indicated the 1936 greyhound was not a Ford authorized accessory domestically in 1936. It was in Canada for Deluxe cars. Careful study of my greyhound shows the poor craftsmanship in casting and mounting on hood. Likely a reproduction from a later date thanks to info via a fellow club member. -The stainless steel trim on the running boards. The trim strips are too short=reproductions. The originals would have overhang past the rubber material on each end. This car's serial number is matching on both transmission housing and front driver side frame rail. Serial number puts production at April 1936. This could still be considered an early version for the 1936 model 68 car. As a result: There is only one windshield wiper. Early standards and deluxe's shared what would later become the "deluxe" spare tire cover with stainless trim ring. Both standard and deluxe used the "deluxe" spare tire trim set up during early production. The seller told me the pin stripe was "touched up". The pin stripe is missing on the radiator grille (more on this item later). The seller did not know the radiator grille had pinstripe which leads me to believe he obtained the car this way. Locking gas cap is incorrect. 1936 exterior door handles of this design were issued on standard models starting March 1936. Deluxe models had curved handles. Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-25-2020 @ 5:24 PM |
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Upon looking over the car at the elderly gentleman's house, I was stunned how nice and well preserved the interior of the car was. While well preserved, there were several items that had been "serviced" decades ago. I was not aware at the time of purchase as I knew very little about early V8 cars. In my mind though it was just the type of interior I was looking for, old and looked like it has been with the car for a very long time. Pictures attached of the car interior as it was upon purchase. Video below was made prior to the discovery this car was originally a standard that was later made into a deluxe via a collector 30+ years ago. A decision has been made to take this car back to it's origin, a standard. Key evidence and facts point to the car's origin that it was indeed a standard car ordered/purchased by first owner in 1936. YouTube Interior video (Disclaimer: thru much research, I now know the car is not 90-100 percent original!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNBAVuo4eJs&t=31s Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan This message was edited by Ketronj281989 on 10-31-20 @ 2:33 PM
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-25-2020 @ 5:25 PM |
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-25-2020 @ 5:34 PM |
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Last set Standard cars could be ordered with a full set of gauges at extra cost. Judging by the fact the original wire harness is still hooked up and connected to all gauges, it is my opinion at this time this car was originally ordered with a full set of gauges upon receipt new in 1936. The temp gauge has been replaced though, look at the indicator marks! They are closer together than what I have seen on other 1936 examples. The gauge statements are merely an opinion. I am not able to tell aside from the temp gauge that any were added or removed prior to my purchase. Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-25-2020 @ 5:36 PM |
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Utilizing intense study and help from new found V8 friends there are several interior items that stand out as "rather interesting". -The brown banjo deluxe wheel is indeed an original wheel from what I can tell. It is incorrect for this car. Brown 1936 deluxe wheel's were offered starting May of 1936 on all deluxe cars to match the new mid production brown dash interior. Before that the deluxe wheel in early production was grey. -Front seat floor mat appears very very old, I would say at least 60+ years old. It would appear as an aftermarket item. -I am not able to tell if the seats were ever re-upholstered. The mo-hair currently present is ancient or at least looks and feels to say the least. -Door/window handle/crank appear different from what the 1935-1936 club books shows regarding early production 1936 model year. -Plated dome light switch -Dual overhead visors -Accessory hot air heater, radio, and early 1936 mirror clock are correct and likely have been with the car for a very long time if not since it was purchased new in 1936. Currently not able to verify this claim though. -Ignition appears to be the original with matching original keys!! -Black painted steering column. -Three digit trip odometer -No deluxe window garnish -No rear window shade All of these items point to a new discovery, can you guess? Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-25-2020 @ 5:36 PM |
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THE FACTS SEEM TO INDICATE WHAT I REALLY HAVE IS A STANDARD! New research and discoveries have led to the car’s real identity. What I truly have is a standard car that was made into a deluxe. If I were to bet, this transition took place back when the car was last active during its parade/car show days pre 1980's. Most all work on the car is weathered, most all bolts and screws are mismatched. These items are indications someone has been into this car more than once. Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-25-2020 @ 5:42 PM |
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SERVICE/RESTORATION END GOAL: TAKE THE CAR BACK TO IT'S ORIGINAL FACTORY SET UP. I wanted to provide a mission statement shown above before proceeding further. New developments with the car have lead me to take the car back to a stock configuration or back to stock as much as possible. I feel I will be doing the car a great service by reinstating it's long lost identity! Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-25-2020 @ 5:45 PM |
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Cosmetics out of the way for now, I wanted to move into servicing the car. Starting at the front, the engine bay appears to have several items of interest that have been replaced. I understand these old flatheads are prone to overheating. Someone added an makeshift overflow tank long ago. I remember asking the seller about this item, he thought is was original to the car. Upon the seller pulling the car from storage several year ago, his mechanic installed: Post war Ford fuel pump Post war Ford carburetor Replaced the original copper plated steel fuel lines with rubber Replaced spark plugs and plug wires The fan belt was very old. As pointed out, the generator and cut out relay both have seen black paint some time prior. The heads were replaced with cast iron a long time ago. I have heard many issues with aluminum heads. I am happy with the cast iron replacements for now. Generator cutout wire appears replaced. Post 1937 distributor was installed by previous owner's mechanic when the car was pulled from storage several years ago. Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan
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| 51woodie | -- 10-26-2020 @ 4:22 AM |
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Jon. Lots of good pictures and descriptions for documentation. I was surprised when I looked at the picture of the key/ignition switch. The operation is upside down, compared to the one on my '46 Super Deluxe Coupe. On mine, the down position is OFF, whereas yours would be in the ON position. I wonder when FORD changed that? I hope someone posts a response.
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| therunwaybehind | -- 10-26-2020 @ 8:42 AM |
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The most critical shift for getting a clash is from second into low. Most folks would not even do this, instead going direct to low as they are almost stopped. While the 1936 has a synchronizer for top and second it is of the iron type and has no brass blocking rings for the slickest shifts. The column shift transmissions had these brass additions.
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| Dream38v8 | -- 10-29-2020 @ 1:01 PM |
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Jon, I have used East Vine Radiator in Lexington, KY, for over 30 years. Paul Stewart (owner) has worked on both my 1969 Dodge Dart GT and my 1938 Deluxe Fordor Sedan. Paul ris eliable, honest and does great work. Ray East Vine Radiator 632 E 7th Street Lexington, KY 40505 859.252.7449 This message was edited by Dream38v8 on 10-29-20 @ 1:06 PM
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-31-2020 @ 1:04 PM |
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51woodie, Thank you for the comments. Please don't quote me, I thought I had read somewhere around late 1936 or moving into 1937 production the switch was reversed as you see on your Super Deluxe Coupe. Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-31-2020 @ 1:06 PM |
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therunwaybehind, Thanks for the info on shifting. I will remember this once the car is up and running on the road. Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-31-2020 @ 1:08 PM |
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Ray, Appreciate the info on someone local. I will have to check out these guys too. Greatly appreciate your response! Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-31-2020 @ 2:27 PM |
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A major task I thought relatively important to tackle while at the front end of the car was the electrical lighting system. Nothing light related worked on the car, headlights-parking lights-instrument lights-dome light-taillights. Video below was made prior to the discovery this car was originally a standard that was later made into a deluxe via a collector 30+ years ago. A decision has been made to take this car back to it's origin, a standard. Key evidence and facts point to the car's origin that it was indeed a standard car ordered/purchased by first owner in 1936. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yG7IE80VIQA&t=329s Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan This message was edited by Ketronj281989 on 10-31-20 @ 2:31 PM
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 10-31-2020 @ 2:30 PM |
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Last set It is obvious someone has been into the electrical before I purchased the car. Several portions of the main harness appear to be part of the original though. Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan This message was edited by Ketronj281989 on 10-31-20 @ 2:32 PM
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| Junglejim | -- 11-10-2020 @ 1:46 PM |
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Jon, Things are looking good, I can not express to you how much your youtube videos have helped me tremendously. I have a 1937 ford and have lightning issues as well. Do you have any updates? Jim 1937 Ford model 78 fordor
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| TomO | -- 11-11-2020 @ 7:02 AM |
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Junglejim, why don't you start a new topic that describes your lighting issues. We may be able to help you solve them. Tom
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 11-26-2020 @ 3:16 PM |
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Junglejim, Thank you for your comments! Glad the videos are helping. More to come! Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 11-26-2020 @ 3:34 PM |
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Troubleshooting started; I quickly discovered the fuse on the firewall was blown. The 1936-year electrical lighting system utilized a single fuse. This fuse tied all lights to the battery. A blown fuse indicated a short had developed somewhere in the lighting circuit. The incorporated factory fuse circuit was an important one for safety of the car. I have decided a stock set up will be installed on the car. A brand-new period correct harness will be needed, more on this item later. Further troubleshooting indicated my short issued could be related to the lighting switch that sat inside a protective metal case below the steering column. It was discovered wires inside the protective case were frayed and several were bare wire touching each other. Not good. The switch contact points were also very dirty with heave grease which leaked from further up at the steering gear box. I tested each head light bulb as well as parking bulb. The passenger side headlamp bulb was an ultra old Tungsol 2330. Could it be the original? Likely not, although it is period correct! All front end bulbs tested great on my 6 volt power supply! Both headlamp assemblies were disassembled for cleaning and tracing of wiring to the light switch. The original ignition resistor still in place but disconnected, a post 1936 resistor was added to this circuit. The foreign resistor is likely a 1937 component as the distributor is from the same 1937 year or later pre-war. Both resistor and distributor are incorrect for this car and will be replaced with authentic 1936 factory components. The head lamp buckets and reflectors are original to this car will be utilized. The original headlamp bucket glass still intact and 1936 originals!! YOUTUBE VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OkGiSxH44g Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan This message was edited by Ketronj281989 on 11-26-20 @ 3:36 PM
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| TomO | -- 11-27-2020 @ 9:06 AM |
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The disconnected resister appears to be a service replacement and the connected resister appears to be the original style. Tom
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 11-27-2020 @ 12:25 PM |
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For those interested in a further dissection/explanation of the lighting switch and troubleshooting; video update below: YOUTUBE VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RCUJrngin8I Near end of video we talk about troubleshooting the rear taillights. Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan
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| Ketronj281989 | -- 11-27-2020 @ 1:13 PM |
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Further dissection: I was most interested in finding the serial number on the transmission housing. More so interested if the number matched what was on the frame. Guess what, they do!!! Serial number: *18-2892373* Pretty rare to find a matching frame/transmission these days. I want to say the engine is original to this car as well. It has all of the 1936 features. I am 99% certain the engine is original to this car just as the frame and transmission are. We have proof on the frame and trans!! The engine was likely rebuild and re-painted sometime post WWII as new findings indicate, more on that later! Removing the floor was a job. Several findings indicate the rubber floor mat not original to the car. IT IS a very old replacement though. Thanks to my friend Michael whom pointed out the floor pans were replaced long ago. Sheet metal appears to be welded over the original pan or replaced all together. The driver side floor has rust corrosion that will likely need attention down the road. Metal battery cover appears to be the factory original. Both foot pedals appear to be from a later Ford, circa 1938. Toe boards may be the original, grommets are rotten. I find the foam sound damping an interesting take on top of the trans. This will have to be replaced or corrected to what the factory had originally. Transmission may have had a service performed years ago, or the engine pulled and painted. Both do not match in color. Universal joint cover and speedo cable look to be in good condition. Gasket will need replaced, leaking bad! Pulled the inspection plate on the trans to inspect the clutch assembly. YOUTUBE VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCISbnxCkzk Jon Ketron 1936 Ford V8 Standard Tudor Touring Sedan This message was edited by Ketronj281989 on 11-27-20 @ 1:29 PM
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