37 Ford build--IE: old Header issues thread /37 Ford/5.0/GT40P heads

[Don Shillady]

I usually check this thread every so often because I like old Fords even though I am working very slowly on a plastic SBC Model A. I like to see what IC2 is up to but I don't really know the rest of the folks here. I am only writing now because Brent sends me some strange page every so often sort of offering me a chance to unsubscribe. I am doing OK at the moment but last year I had a long, long bout with a cold that would just not go away during most of February. My second book is finished now so I should get back to the car project but I am trying to get through the winter without doing that fever routine again. Sometimes ideas come slowly but now my goal is to hook up the battery with jumper cables for a possible quick disconnect, turn on the key (not the starter) and test the wiper, lights, turn signals and radio one by one. That way I can trouble-shoot the tangle of wires under my dash. We still have some days here in the 50-60 degree range so I can fool around when the weather is mild. I considered insulating the whole garage so I could heat it but it is so tight in there that it would be a major clean out just to clear the walls for insulation and paneling plus the expense of the materials. Maybe if/when I finish the car I can insulate the garage but then why would I need the insulation? It is the Chicken/Egg problem all over again. Anyway the only thing I am trying to do here is satisfy Brent that I still read the Forum even if I do not post often and to ask IC2 if he did move to Virginia? I still look at this thread and wish I could find a '37 Ford somewhere. I can't believe I let my wife talk/coerce me into selling my '40 convert project. if I had held it until I retired I would have had enough funds to complete it but as it was we were still in the era of kids braces and college expenses so I let the whole thing go as a rolling project for $800. Hind-sight is 20/20!

Don Shillady
Retired Scientist/teen rodder

[Dave Severson]

Hey Don, good hearing from you again! Hope the health holds out and the roadster gets finished up!

[35fordcoupe]

Robert (35Fordcoupe), I was thinking passenger side for the battery because...well I guess because the original battery was towards that side....but maybe I should consider the driverside for wiring purposes...hmmm....I'll ponder that.
Will try to get some good pics tomorrow!

We'll forgive you on bailing Randy, but did you at least get something done in your dry garage?? I meant passenger side for the battery . it was easy with my starter on that side and it shifts some weight to that side..not critical, but I guess every bit helps!

Thank you Charlie & Bobby. I finally reached a point where I couldn't even sit up! My body was stuck in one position and to move was terror and agony! I felt like enough was enough and a local neurosurgeon was kind enough to squeeze me into his schedule because it's gotten that bad!

I actually can't wait to be pain free again! I cannot wait for friday!

Good luck! I hope you're feelin' great in no time

I usually check this thread every so often because I like old Fords even though I am working very slowly on a plastic SBC Model A. I like to see what IC2 is up to but I don't really know the rest of the folks here. I am only writing now because Brent sends me some strange page every so often sort of offering me a chance to unsubscribe. I am doing OK at the moment but last year I had a long, long bout with a cold that would just not go away during most of February. My second book is finished now so I should get back to the car project but I am trying to get through the winter without doing that fever routine again. Sometimes ideas come slowly but now my goal is to hook up the battery with jumper cables for a possible quick disconnect, turn on the key (not the starter) and test the wiper, lights, turn signals and radio one by one. That way I can trouble-shoot the tangle of wires under my dash. We still have some days here in the 50-60 degree range so I can fool around when the weather is mild. I considered insulating the whole garage so I could heat it but it is so tight in there that it would be a major clean out just to clear the walls for insulation and paneling plus the expense of the materials. Maybe if/when I finish the car I can insulate the garage but then why would I need the insulation? It is the Chicken/Egg problem all over again. Anyway the only thing I am trying to do here is satisfy Brent that I still read the Forum even if I do not post often and to ask IC2 if he did move to Virginia? I still look at this thread and wish I could find a '37 Ford somewhere. I can't believe I let my wife talk/coerce me into selling my '40 convert project. if I had held it until I retired I would have had enough funds to complete it but as it was we were still in the era of kids braces and college expenses so I let the whole thing go as a rolling project for $800. Hind-sight is 20/20!

Don Shillady
Retired Scientist/teen rodder

Nice to hear from you Don! I think we all get those emails from Brent. the unsubscribe option is just for getting those emails. Don't worry, he's not asking you to post or get out haha. Take it easy while it's cold, but come spring I'll be expecting some good updates! My project is dragging on to the point I hope to drive it ready or not. It's so close and if not for the law I'd be sneaking in a shake down run or two through the neighborhood, but as it is I've only been up the driveway and around the court

[34_40]

Good luck! I hope you're feelin' great in no time

Nice to hear from you Don! I think we all get those emails from Brent. the unsubscribe option is just for getting those emails. Don't worry, he's not asking you to post or get out haha. Take it easy while it's cold, but come spring I'll be expecting some good updates! My project is dragging on to the point I hope to drive it ready or not. It's so close and if not for the law I'd be sneaking in a shake down run or two through the neighborhood, but as it is I've only been up the driveway and around the court

35fordcoupe, Thank You Sir!

Don Shilady, good to hear you're feeling better and have another book behind you! I always enjoy testing/verifying circuits , it's always satisfying

I guess we always remember the one the "got away"! A 40 Ford is a sweet car too.

[randyr]

Yay, Mike, I hope Friday is your miracle day, buddy!! Please keep us posted as much as you can.

[34_40]

Yay, Mike, I hope Friday is your miracle day, buddy!! Please keep us posted as much as you can.

Thanks Randy! I'm confident that when I awake friday I'll be feeling far better than when I went to sleep Thursday! I can't wait!

[bluestang67]

Mike lay back relax and you will be doing a swing dance soon .


Don is good to hear from you the mid 30 are elusive specially a 37 took me a while and a sad sell to get the cash . Hope one lands in your yard soon will keep ya busy .

[randyr]

Ok, as promised, here are a few pics of the rear fenders bolted back on for a test fit.

Chassis Engineering sells a lowering block kit especially for '37's that will also allow you to adjust the rear axle forward up to 3/4". I think I'll need that to get the wheel centered in the fenderwell and lower it a bit more. I might go with a size taller tire when it's all said & done....
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The right fender fits pretty good. A little skim coat here & there and it will be fine.
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The left fender was in pretty bad shape back when I got the car. My dad did some extensive repairs around the wheel well back in the day that will need some extra attention.
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I also welded in the fuel door kit.
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I have a new trunk lid coming on Friday. I'm excited to see how it looks.

[Dave Severson]

For just the initial fit, they look really good Randy!!!! The adjustable spring perches work quite well, used them in the Late Model wars back in the circle burnin' days. I don't remember ever having a failure issue with them and we pounded on them pretty hard!!! We also used to use a slider for a rear spring mount instead of shackles, for whatever reason they seemed to add a lot of stability to the rear mount and ended any of the 'spring shake' issues that could come up with shackles... AFCO was our choice of supplier, but there's a lot of companies making them. Just another consideration, heck, what's a few more bucks?????

[34_40]

Thanks again Bobby! I couldn't dance a lick before surgery! So, I won't worry when I can't after! LOL.. Just hopin' for some comfortable sleep!


Randy, that's great!! It's exciting to see the progress you've made. Can't wait for the new trunk lid! And as always, thanks for the pics!

[Bob Parmenter]

Looks like progress to me. Agree that you need both drop some more and taller tire. That would probably be even more evident from a further away view.

[bluestang67]

Well Mike we will just have to teach ya !! LOL

Randy I agree with Dave for a prefit they follow the line really well , don't look like much work to tweak them right in . The sand blasting and primer does do a panel good for sure .

[34_40]

Well Mike we will just have to teach ya !! LOL .

Well then Bobby, you'll need to host a shindig! And provided you can get some beers into me, I've been known to embarrass myself on more than a few occasions!

[randyr]

And provided you can get some beers into me, I've been known to embarrass myself on more than a few occasions!

Well, Mike, do you prefer the oral or suppository method??

Today's the big day, right? Great thoughts & prayers coming your way! Let us know how it goes!

[34_40]

Well, Mike, do you prefer the oral or suppository method??

Today's the big day, right? Great thoughts & prayers coming your way! Let us know how it goes!

Hi Guys! I made it! Other than a "reaction" to sedation which caused a 1 night stay in the hospital.. I'm on the road to recovery!

Randy, I prefer my beer to be ingested orally!

I still feel as tho' I've been whipped like a gov't mule but a huge improvement from last week, once all this swelling goes down I should feel like a young buck again!

Thanks to all for the well wishes! It meant / means a LOT!