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parrish

07-08-2011 @ 8:12 AM

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My understanding is that I should be able to push the button in and turn counterclockwise to remove...it isn't coming off, so any hints? Thanks!

supereal

07-08-2011 @ 10:32 AM

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Often, the rubber insulator under the button or ring becomes stuck to the wheel, making the job tricky. If you work the button long enough, it is likely it will eventually break loose.

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07-08-2011 @ 11:51 AM

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If I understand your question, The horn button on a 39 Ford is attached to the horn & light rod, you have to remove the clip at the bottom of the steering column in the engine bay and pull the button and rod out as a unit. See page 44 of the 1938 - 41 Ford Mercury Chassis Book. I have attached a photo of a 39 Mercury horn button and rod to give you an idea of the part.

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07-08-2011 @ 1:08 PM

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parrish
if you have a convertible, you can put the top down,
if it is a sedan , or coupe, you will have to drop the column and ease it back and out, loosening the floor boards, and loosen the steering box on the chassis,
caution, have plenty of rags, for the light switch rod, usually they are very greasy.
I think it was in 1940, was the first year with a actual horn button,that was easy to remove, and had a headlight switch in the dash board,
hope this helps 37RAGTOPMAN

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07-08-2011 @ 2:13 PM

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Ah Super, you're used to working on the newer (post war) fancy stuff.
there's no rubber insulator on a 39

"37rag..." is right about the removal of a 39. And yes, '40 was the first Ford you could press down and turn the button to remove it.

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07-08-2011 @ 3:00 PM

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Guilty as charged, Mike. As the legendary former editor of the V8 TIMES, Bob McCoppin, used to say "If I am wrong, someone will be so kind as to correct me". I forgot that the '39 was the last year for the column rod. Only my wife is right all the time!

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07-08-2011 @ 8:01 PM

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So, I have to pull the whole horn rod assembly rather than just the horn button? Ouch...

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07-08-2011 @ 8:18 PM

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Parrish, you bend the rod, it's trash.

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07-08-2011 @ 8:22 PM

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In addition to the good advice offered already, if you drop the column down from the dashboard, be very careful while pulling the light/horn rod out of the steering shaft. Do not bend the rod nor stress it in any way. If you should bend the rod, it is virtually impossible to ever straighten it again. Good luck with your project. Tom

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07-08-2011 @ 8:28 PM

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In addition to all the other good advice , be sure to cover your upholstery(seats, etc.) if you pull out the rod and button. The shaft is loaded with grease and oil and that stuff always finds a way to drip on nice upholstery.

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