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Car appraisers
1951 Ford ANTIQUE
August 27th, 2010 04:47:22 pm, posted by Ann Pearson
My father recently passed away unexpectedly and left behind several of his project cars, a 1951 Ford Victoria, a 1955 Crown Victoria, a 1956 Victoria, a 1960 Metropolitan, a 1957 Metropolitan, a 1936...
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Give Gary a call...
August 27th, 2010 08:54:41 pm, posted by Joseph Montenegrino


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master cylinder
1950 Ford CUSTOM
August 13th, 2010 12:43:47 pm, posted by keith stritch
I am working on a 1950 Ford Coupe trying to replace the master cylinder - I can not get the bracket / barrel bushing out of the frame. The bracket and bushing are mounted through a access port of th...

Q:
contractors special?
1969 Ford F100
July 14th, 2010 05:54:43 pm, posted by jim finley
I am trying to find out if my 69 F100 ranger is a contractors special it has the side tool box, but I am not sure. It has F10YKE72780 131 M F100 L81 G17 05000 175 4000 75 stamped on the id plate. T...

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2006 Mustang GT
2005 Ford GT40
July 12th, 2010 10:48:46 am, posted by Richie LoGuercio
My 2006 Mustang GT hesitates and wants to stall out when I go to pass or accelerate on a highway . Ford has checked the computer and found nothing wrong. Anyone have a solution or had this problem. ...
A:
Richie...
July 21st, 2010 10:09:30 pm, posted by Joseph Montenegrino

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2006ford gt
July 22nd, 2010 06:07:48 am, posted by Richie LoGuercio


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Titles for Antique cars
1933 Ford 3 WINDOW COUPE
July 6th, 2010 10:14:58 am, posted by Greg Conn
I live in GA and do not have to have a title for the above car, just registration and a tag. I'm trying to sell to someone in North Carolina where antique cars need a title. I built the car from t...

Q:
starting a car club
2005 Ford MUSTANG GT
June 25th, 2010 06:26:48 pm, posted by Daniel Battista
My friends and i are interested in starting a car club. We would like to know how and what process it takes to start a car club? Do we need to register with an association? Do we need to have a certa...
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RE: starting a car club
June 25th, 2010 09:37:25 pm, posted by ROBIN H SCHURDELL


Q:
missing at open throttle
1971 Ford MUSTANG MACH1
May 19th, 2010 10:05:32 am, posted by david emert.jr.
302 2v.I have set the points and plugs checked the float and set the jets. Checked for vacuum leaks.She's firing on all 8. But when I mash on the gas it is like a miss or a fuel problem. any one have...
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FUEL PUMP
May 19th, 2010 08:24:42 pm, posted by ROBIN H SCHURDELL

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Missing at Open Throttle
May 20th, 2010 05:08:17 am, posted by Philip Smith

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Missing
May 24th, 2010 05:59:18 pm, posted by Mark Henning

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replace the distrubtor
June 7th, 2010 03:29:03 pm, posted by Roland Justice


Q:
1950 f1 series ford picku[
1950 Ford F1
May 12th, 2010 08:49:40 pm, posted by nadine yarlott
Hi, I am restoring a 1950 f 1 series pickup, and I am trying to find out what the original color is. I have the color list, but because of the oxidation, I cant tell what the shade is from the names...
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RE: 1950 f1 series ford picku[
May 19th, 2010 10:08:39 am, posted by david emert.jr.


Q:
ignition bump
1971 Ford MUSTANG MACH1
April 24th, 2010 08:31:32 am, posted by david emert.jr.
I have a 302 2v in my mustang. It is running good. except at higher RPM the ignition starts to bump.The plugs are gaped at 35 points set at 17.Any suggestion on what might be causing this?...

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65 Mustang Car Radio
1965 Ford MUSTANG
April 10th, 2010 11:58:29 am, posted by Spencer Foger
I have a 65 Mustang that and I need to replace the radio, but I have no idea where i would start looking. All I want to do is buy the highest quality I can, no matter the cost. I hope you can help....
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65 Mustang radio
April 10th, 2010 12:45:21 pm, posted by Peter Peterson


Q:
Torino
1971 Ford TORINO GT
March 20th, 2010 08:24:22 am, posted by Van Rhodes
Who out there knows what they are worth and are there any parts like hidden headlight grills or a custom grill available? I have one I sold and bought it back could not let go .I had an accident fan...
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Hey Van
March 21st, 2010 07:40:48 am, posted by Joseph Montenegrino


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need help
1982 Ford F100
March 9th, 2010 04:36:53 pm, posted by james nettles
What is the weight of the stock 82 ford f-100. buying a winch and neet to beable to use it to move it up on a car haller trailor....

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Did they make a factory 460 for the 73 M...
1973 Ford MUSTANG MACH1
February 17th, 2010 04:00:00 pm, posted by Sandra Crouch
Did they make a factory 460 for the 73 Mach 1 and could you tell me what vin numbers go with what motors. I'd like to determine what came original in the car...
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I don't think...
February 18th, 2010 12:28:50 pm, posted by Joseph Montenegrino


Q:
69 mach 1
1969 Ford MUSTANG MACH1
January 30th, 2010 09:46:14 pm, posted by gary johnson
Hello, I recently purchased a s code mach 1, when I look for parts on the internet for the motor, I find parts for a 69 gt 390 or a 390. Are they the same motor? if not what is the difference? I am d...
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"S" code Mach 1
February 1st, 2010 08:01:54 am, posted by Peter Peterson

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69 mach 1
February 1st, 2010 02:59:52 pm, posted by gary johnson


Q:
hard to start cold
1988 Ford BRONCO
January 16th, 2010 09:24:05 pm, posted by David Rosenberg
when my bronco is cold it is hard to start, is this a efi trouble?My tps ohms reading doesn't change with throttle movement. but when it does start everything seems ok. the idle is a little high 1100...

Q:
changing engines
1963 Ford FAIRLANE 500
January 3rd, 2010 04:02:37 pm, posted by Danny Upshw
I have a 1963 Fairlane with a 260 V-8. I want to install a 351 Windsor engine in it. Does anyone know what all I have to do? Thanks....
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260 -351w swap
January 4th, 2010 07:55:50 am, posted by Peter Peterson

A:
Somewhat an easy swap.
January 4th, 2010 08:18:56 am, posted by Joseph Montenegrino


Q:
1971 ford torino gt convertible
1971 Ford TORINO GT
December 29th, 2009 08:54:52 pm, posted by James Ewing
how many 1971 ford torino gt convertibles are still registered?...

Q:
1951 ford custom power steering
1951 Ford CUSTOM
December 18th, 2009 02:45:42 pm, posted by Mike Wenger
I am looking to put power steering in my 51 ford. anyone have any ideas as to what powwer steering box I can use? I will have no problem mounting a pump. BTW it has a 302. Many thanks. Mike...
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1951 Ford Custom Power Steering
December 18th, 2009 08:36:15 pm, posted by Peter Peterson

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RE: 1951 ford custom power steering
December 19th, 2009 08:39:32 am, posted by Mike Wenger


Q:
will a 1951 ford f6 cab fit my f3 truck...
1951 Ford F3
November 14th, 2009 05:49:41 pm, posted by jason neargarder
will a 1951 ford f6 cab fit my f3 truck...

Q:
Engine Noise - 1928 Model A
1928 Ford TUDOR
November 2nd, 2009 06:49:47 am, posted by Perry Points
I have restored this car 13 years ago. It has not been driven more that 1000 miles since. Now I am getting a (rod knock?) type noise, only when the spark is advanced and the engine is under a load,...
A:
MODEL A NOISE
November 2nd, 2009 11:39:54 am, posted by ROBIN H SCHURDELL

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RE: Engine Noise - 1928 Model A
November 14th, 2009 05:53:38 pm, posted by jason neargarder


Q:
Needed oem Engine wiring harness
1983 Ford MUSTANG GT
October 15th, 2009 07:08:09 pm, posted by Michael Workman
Does anyone make an original replacement wiring harness from the firewall out to the engine,or where can I find a used harness? Thank You...
A:
Try this...
October 24th, 2009 04:13:02 pm, posted by Joseph Montenegrino


Q:
Brake Swap
1965 Ford MUSTANG
October 12th, 2009 01:17:10 pm, posted by Lou Iaccino
I am considering a swap of my single piston master cylinder to a power assisted dual piston one. Is this possible? Also, can it be done relatively easily or is there a lot of work involved? The car...
A:
Hey Lou...
October 12th, 2009 04:21:21 pm, posted by Joseph Montenegrino

A:
RE: Brake Swap
October 13th, 2009 07:06:39 am, posted by Lou Iaccino


Q:
no clutch
1983 Ford MUSTANG GT
October 5th, 2009 08:46:57 am, posted by Dennis A Swanson
thank you for your prevevious answer! I replaced the T50D tranny with a tranny out of a 4 cyl turbo mustang now I have no clutch. Is it because of the tranny or poss cable, forks or something else no...
A:
no clutch
October 6th, 2009 05:07:48 am, posted by Philip Smith

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no clutch
October 6th, 2009 05:38:58 am, posted by Dennis A Swanson


Q:
1FABP27F9DF220174
1983 Ford MUSTANG GT
October 3rd, 2009 02:06:39 pm, posted by Dennis A Swanson
I have been unable to find a replacement tran (5 spd Borg warner T50D) is there any other tranny that will bolt up using std housing. I've heard that a T-bird 6 cyl turbo borg warner would work...
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1983 Ford MUSTANG GT
October 5th, 2009 08:24:01 am, posted by Philip Smith


Q:
1960 F100 track measurents
1960 Ford F100
September 22nd, 2009 03:35:37 am, posted by russell ritchie
I am trying to find the Ford OEM front and rear track measurements from center of tires. I am also seeking a stock height measurement from the (flat) ground to say the rain gutter or similar referen...

Q:
vin numbers
1963 Ford FALCON FUTURA
September 14th, 2009 06:42:06 am, posted by fred jenson
where are any and all vin numbers on the 1963 1/2 futura hard top. and did motor trans and rear end numbers match. are there any hidden numbers...

Q:
what would be a good engine for preformance
1999 Ford ESCORT
August 28th, 2009 01:44:22 am, posted by Cory Palmer
My question is what would be a good mod engine for my car as far as performance as well as a transmission Thank You ...
A:
Escort mods
August 29th, 2009 02:16:09 pm, posted by Peter Peterson


Q:
power stering
1971 Ford MUSTANG MACH1
August 16th, 2009 09:36:34 pm, posted by david emert.jr.
I jujst replaced the pump and it has been working fine. My stering got stif and I thought maybe the pump but there is no noise or squil.The pump is quite. I pulled the retrune line and cranked the mo...
A:
Here are two possible answers...
August 17th, 2009 07:23:29 am, posted by Joseph Montenegrino

A:
power stering
August 17th, 2009 07:59:19 am, posted by david emert.jr.

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air locked
April 24th, 2010 08:42:15 am, posted by david emert.jr.


Q:
Bad running mustang
1965 Ford MUSTANG
July 27th, 2009 12:56:52 pm, posted by Lou Iaccino
I have a 1965 Mustang 289 with an edelbrock 1400 series carb. The car sat for 3 years and then when I started it I founf it wouldn't run worth a damn. I opened the carb and cleaded all the junk out o...
A:
RE: Bad running mustang
July 28th, 2009 06:40:17 am, posted by Michael Hoff

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RE: Bad running mustang
July 28th, 2009 07:09:19 am, posted by Lou Iaccino

A:
Hey Lou...
August 17th, 2009 07:27:37 am, posted by Joseph Montenegrino


Q:
Fran
1968 Ford FAIRLANE
July 13th, 2009 09:09:48 am, posted by Fran Keppler
Does anyone know where to find the VIN number on a 1968 Ford Fairlane? The number on the dash is on the wrong side so I am needing to find an additional number that will match the dash. The door plat...
A:
Check this site out...
July 15th, 2009 08:59:55 am, posted by Joseph Montenegrino


Q:
Where is the vin number located?...
1955 Ford THUNDERBIRD
July 3rd, 2009 02:50:18 pm, posted by Dave Hamilton
Where is the vin number located ?...
A:
Click this link...
July 3rd, 2009 06:58:29 pm, posted by Joseph Montenegrino

A:
Left front body pillar on the patent plate
July 6th, 2009 12:43:36 pm, posted by mark palmore


Q:
required milling for usage if needed
1957 Ford CUSTOM 300
July 1st, 2009 05:13:17 am, posted by kenneth gray
I have spindles/ rotors/ bearings/ seal / pads from a 1971 ford galaxie 500 w/ front disc brakes to put on my 1957 ford custom 300 prostreet. I know early granada parts are usually used, but i acqui...

Q:
I cant find it anywhere!
1952 Ford F4
June 18th, 2009 11:49:28 pm, posted by Brandon Mace
I hope someone can help me out! Can anybody tell around how much a 1952 Ford F4 weighs? I have a car trailer but i'm just not sure if it's going to be heavy enough to haul the truck. I have looked al...

Q:
looking for parts car
1958 Ford FAIRLANE 500 SKYLINE
May 29th, 2009 07:25:40 pm, posted by ralph cooke
i have been looking all over for a 1958 ford fairlane skyline parts car here in kentucky or close to kentucky but cant get a handle on any.does anyone have a idea where i can find one?...
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Check this company...
June 1st, 2009 12:34:05 pm, posted by Joseph Montenegrino


Q:
wiring harness
1973 Ford MUSTANG MACH1
March 22nd, 2009 03:17:04 pm, posted by RUSSELL BROWN
looking for a company that offers comple sets of wiring harness....
A:
wiring harness
March 22nd, 2009 04:19:50 pm, posted by David Newburry


Q:
mustang Info
1968 Ford MUSTANG (INDY)
February 24th, 2009 03:37:21 pm, posted by Russ Ramspott
How do I remove/install the grille on a 68 Mustang ? I am painting the car and want to replace the grille (both sides and the connector piece) Thanks,...
A:
Hey Russ,
February 25th, 2009 11:18:20 am, posted by Joseph Montenegrino


Q:
falcon
1964 Ford FALCON
February 15th, 2009 10:53:54 am, posted by dan merritt
has anyone put front disc brakes on the front of a falcon...
A:
Give these guys a call...
February 15th, 2009 06:22:30 pm, posted by Joseph Montenegrino

A:
disc brakes
February 15th, 2009 06:31:03 pm, posted by dan merritt


Q:
body parts
1965 Ford FALCON FUTURA
February 13th, 2009 06:24:48 am, posted by dan merritt
i have to replace the lip around the trunk where the seal go need some one that can make or know where to buy this part thanks...
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futura body parts
February 13th, 2009 06:53:09 am, posted by Chris Mikos

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futura
February 13th, 2009 08:01:24 am, posted by dan merritt

A:
Hey Dan,
February 13th, 2009 12:16:41 pm, posted by Joseph Montenegrino

A:
body parts
February 13th, 2009 01:00:48 pm, posted by dan merritt


Q:
Ford Explorer timing belt
2002 Ford EXPLORER
January 29th, 2009 10:21:40 am, posted by Lori Hicks
Hi, I was told that bad gas was the cause for engine locking up. Later when I confronted them about this they actually said that my engine valves were bent due to a bad timing belt. I guess my q...
A:
Bad timing belt and bent valves
January 29th, 2009 10:54:58 am, posted by Tony Schaffran

A:
RE: Ford Explorer timing belt
January 29th, 2009 11:23:53 am, posted by Lori Hicks

A:
no timing belt
January 30th, 2009 05:47:51 pm, posted by mark palmore


Q:
headers
1964 Ford GALAXIE 500 XL
January 22nd, 2009 01:01:33 pm, posted by william boyrer
where can i get exhaust headers for 1964 ford galaxy 500 with 390 cui. engine and 4 spd transmission...
A:
Hey William...
January 26th, 2009 08:17:27 am, posted by Joseph Montenegrino


Q:
Headers
1986 Ford MUSTANG
January 17th, 2009 04:54:36 pm, posted by Terry Teasley
What kind of headers can I use if I put a 350 Chevy in an '86 Mustang or T-Bird Turbo Coupe? Terry...

Q:
1960 ford 223
1960 Ford F100
December 23rd, 2008 06:40:30 pm, posted by andrew knaggs
I'm looking for the valve clearance specs. for a in-line 6 (223) in a 1960 F100?...
A:
1960 223 cubic inch Valve Lash Adjustment...
December 30th, 2008 11:22:03 am, posted by Joseph Montenegrino

A:
all specs
December 31st, 2008 01:16:39 pm, posted by mark palmore


Q:
ball joints
1964 Ford FAIRLANE
November 20th, 2008 06:19:20 pm, posted by sharon cassidy
what ball joints would you use on a 64 fairlane when converting to granada spindles for disc brakes...
A:
ball joints
November 21st, 2008 05:19:04 pm, posted by mark palmore


Q:
salvage title trace
1993 Ford E250
October 30th, 2008 09:55:40 pm, posted by laura mccray
i got a salvage truck cab was replaced diferant vin how do i find info on truck now ?...
A:
original vin
October 31st, 2008 10:02:42 am, posted by mark palmore


Q:
427 Cobra Jet
1966 Ford MUSTANG
October 6th, 2008 07:07:26 am, posted by Joseph Montenegrino
Does anyone know if there is an easy to put a value on my Dad's 66 427 Engine he has? Let me know. Thanks...

Q:
help my backup lights dont work!!!!!!!
1965 Ford GALAXIE 500
September 12th, 2008 07:05:26 pm, posted by adam thibeault
my back up lights don't work but the bulbs are good, where am i not checking?...
A:
Fuses and wires
September 15th, 2008 01:35:01 pm, posted by James Zaddock

A:
neutral safety switch
October 8th, 2008 02:28:25 pm, posted by mark palmore


Q:
Vertex Magneto
1923 Ford MODEL T
February 17th, 2008 06:45:14 pm, posted by Ron Culton
While installing a blown 350 Chev s/b into our t-bucket, a hot wire was mistakenly hook to the Vertex magneto for a period long enough to start melting the wire insulation. The mag now has no fire,My...
A:
Vertex info
March 27th, 2008 06:17:40 am, posted by jim mothershead


Q:
Many cars for sale
1947 Ford SUPER DELUXE
November 6th, 2007 03:44:14 pm, posted by Steven McDuffee
I have many classic, old, restorable cars for sale. This is a list of a few of them. Please feel free to call me at 603-781-6484 or 603-942-5169 ask for Steve 1988 Chevy Pickup 3500 Series 5t...
A:
Any new pics?
November 8th, 2007 07:27:36 am, posted by Joseph Montenegrino


Q:
Many
1947 Ford SUPER DELUXE
November 6th, 2007 03:41:36 pm, posted by Steven McDuffee
Hello, I have a lot of classic, old, restorable cars for sale and am looking to sell as many as I can, including this 1947 Ford Convertible, that has been in storage since 1964!! Here is a list of ...
A:
Hey Steve...
November 6th, 2007 10:14:42 pm, posted by Joseph Montenegrino

A:
RE: Many
November 7th, 2007 08:33:40 am, posted by Steven McDuffee


Q:
Need some help
1964 Ford FALCON FUTURA
October 8th, 2007 08:46:16 pm, posted by Greg Lyons
Hello I am a new member and I have a few questions for you guys. My brothers car is a 1964 Ford Falcon Futura 4-door and it has a 200ci inline six and the ford-o-matic 2spd automatic. I cant for the ...
A:
Might help
November 12th, 2007 08:42:52 pm, posted by K Cunningham


Q:

1952 Ford F3
August 24th, 2007 05:37:35 pm, posted by Gerry Osendorf
Joe, My email address is: gosen@meltel.net. Thanks for your help and I look forward to the pictures. Gerry...

Q:
owner
1952 Ford F3
August 22nd, 2007 10:08:44 pm, posted by Gerry Osendorf
Wher do the lines run and how are they hooked up? Gerry...
A:
I took a picture...
August 23rd, 2007 09:18:14 pm, posted by Joseph Montenegrino


Q:
Owner
1952 Ford F3
August 21st, 2007 05:41:37 pm, posted by Gerry Osendorf
How / where do I mount an oil filter on my 239 CID, Ford flathead V-8? Gerry ...
A:
My father in law...
August 22nd, 2007 10:32:11 am, posted by Joseph Montenegrino






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