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davidlove

11-29-2016 @ 8:31 AM

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Great information. I will order the book. Thanks again Paul.

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11-28-2016 @ 6:30 PM

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There is a drain plug on the bottom of the transmission and a check & fill plug on the right side.
There is a transmission fluid discussion on the forum if you search. Take a look at it on you finger before you drain it. (It's pretty thick and real gooey) I use 85-140 gear lube available at any parts store, but Ford called for 600 (The numbering system has changed and oils are better 80 years after they wrote that)
Look on ebay.com for this book, I've been using my copy for over 40 years on many different year Ford Flatheads, Tells you how to do fun stuff.
Ford Early V-8 Service Manual Cars & Trucks 32-50 - Clymer Publications.
If there is a better book, I'm sure someone will tell us.
Paul

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11-28-2016 @ 11:32 AM

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What do you use for the transmission and how often do you change it?

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11-25-2016 @ 5:46 PM

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Yes, you may use whatever oil you like. Search the Forums and find that we all have choices and believe we are correct. I'm of the opinion that 20W50 is the perfect oil for these low tech low compression engines. I think the key is to change it as frequently and it gets dirty, others have other ideas. The choice is yours. I also use ethenol gas in the warm months with an additive and ethen0l-free in the winter with Marine Stabil. That's the beauty of this Forum. you can gather information a make your own choices.
In addition, I use the original mechanical brakes, Anti-freeze, a third brake light, glass packed dual mufflers, 6 volt electrical, Bias ply tires, seat belts & wired my cowl lamps as turn signals. These and other things are a sin for many V8er's, but its a driver and I feel better with my choices than theirs.
If you want to win the "best in the world trophy", follow the 1933-134 Restoration Guide, otherwise
pick an choose what you think suits you best. It's an attractive car and the more you drive it the more you'll love it.

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11-25-2016 @ 12:40 PM

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davidlove said: "Can I use synthetic oil in the car?"

Yes you can, David. I use Mobil 1 15W50 in my '34 Fordor Sedan and have been doing so for the past 10 years....

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11-25-2016 @ 9:31 AM

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Can I use synthetic oil in the car?

mhsprecher

11-24-2016 @ 3:06 PM

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A gorgeous example of one of the most beautiful cars ever built!

davidlove

11-24-2016 @ 8:20 AM

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Yours is a beautiful car as well. Looks like you have a great time with it. I hope to show mine in local shows and parades as well. I am trying to find someone who can work with me on the car one on one so I can do the things you and others have mentioned.
Mine is definitely a standard model.
Happy Thanksgiving giving to all.

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11-23-2016 @ 7:02 PM

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Nice looking 34 Ford Fordor. Painted the same color as the Bonnie & Clyde death car. Like mine, yours appears to be a 34 Standard with Deluxe trim added in the restoration. The dual chrome horns, cowl lights, second tail light on the right side and Deluxe only single color appear to enhance the car well.
The interior window moldings are Standard with the straight bottoms. The Deluxe models were wood grained and the Standard were painted. To tell for sure if it's Standard or Deluxe, check to see if the cigar lighter is in a recessed dimple in the dash. If no lighter or dimple, it started out as a Standard model.
The Deluxe also had a chrome windshield frame and the Standard was painted.
The good news is they both had that wonderful 221 cubic inch flathead engine with Stromberg 48 2 barrel carburetor producing 85 HP. Yea-Ha!

Make sure the engine, transmission, rear end & steering box are well lubricated, test you mechanical brakes for even skip on a dirt driveway and the have a ball with that car. We load friends in it every chance we get and go for rides in the country.

Off to the Christmas Parade

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trjford8

11-23-2016 @ 3:32 PM

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Welcome to the V-8 Club and that is one nice looking fordor sedan.

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