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  1. zero power, everything kaput

    Greetings all, I know "kaput" is not a technical term, but yesterday showing a family gathering how cool the retractable on the 58 is (and...

    Started by Tom, 07-13-2021 07:29 AM
    battery, fuseable link, ignition switch, no power
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    07-22-2021 07:18 PM Go to last post
  2. Y Block Rocker Arm Shaft Plugs

    I want to clean out my rocker arm shafts but they have a plug in each end that must be removed to do the job. The removal will result in their...

    Started by Fnixon, 01-30-2024 04:14 PM
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  3. What type of oil to use in a Skyliner

    Hi, Over the years I have heard many different suggestions as to what type of oil to use in a classic car. I have heard some people say straight 30...

    Started by Finster, 03-28-2016 04:01 PM
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    04-03-2016 03:57 PM Go to last post
  4. what exhaust manifolds will work on 352 Interceptor motor?

    Hello, I have a cracked exhaust manifold on the passenger side (EDC 9430) of my 58 skyliner with a 352 motor. I would like to get a "cheap"...

    Started by Remotecontroller, 06-11-2020 04:12 PM
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  5. Waterpump Pulleys

    I need a two or three sheve waterpump pulley for a '58/'59 352 engine. The water pump is the long shaft type. Pulley is approximately 3 1/2" deep. ...

    Started by Ron Clement, 02-23-2014 08:50 AM
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    04-22-2014 03:40 PM Go to last post
  6. Water Pump question

    I have a '59 352, water temp. and everything works great. When I get home and turn off car water leaks from the small hole on the bottom of water...

    Started by Tom S, 06-23-2012 03:38 PM
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    06-23-2012 08:41 PM Go to last post
  7. Water Pump measurements for 352 engine?

    Hi All, I need to replace my Water Pump in 1959 with 352 engine. When ordering they are askign me if I want the "Long Shaft" pump or not? They...

    Started by Finster, 06-26-2014 09:02 AM
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    07-24-2017 01:10 PM Go to last post
  8. water leak at the by-pass

    Hi again. It seems that I did not get both photos on my first letter. I'm gonna try again. Bill I have another set of pics which show the...

    Started by Mr.Bill, 03-22-2011 09:11 AM
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  9. Water leak at bypass

    Hi All I have a problem that I hope someone can shed some light on. A previous owner put an additional temperature gauge on my 58 . I have no...

    Started by Mr.Bill, 03-22-2011 08:36 AM
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    03-28-2011 09:11 PM Go to last post
  10. voltage regulator

    I want to replace my voltage regulator but the are sold as 30amps 35amps and 40amps. Does anyone know what voltage the original generator output was.

    Started by zrone90, 09-24-2016 04:08 PM
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    09-30-2016 06:41 PM Go to last post
  11. Temperature Gauge

    Where is the needle supposed to be on a 59 temperature gauge at full normal operating temperature? Should it be dead center or around 3/4 towards...

    Started by 1959retractable, 09-26-2016 10:53 PM
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    03-30-2017 01:10 PM Go to last post
  12. Steering

    Thinking about installing a Borgeson 14:1 ratio power steering box in my 59. Has anyone done this to their car? The install seems pretty...

    Started by 1965JNC, 04-14-2021 10:15 PM
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    05-08-2021 03:19 PM Go to last post
  13. starter

    How involved is putting in a starter on a 57 312??

    Started by jhubbell, 03-22-2013 08:51 PM
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    03-24-2013 03:57 PM Go to last post
  14. Spark Plugs

    I am due to service my 59 352 retractable.Do you guys have a preference for a particular brand of spark plug.I have some Champion RF11YC.But am more...

    Started by Garry, 11-30-2015 09:03 AM
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    12-03-2015 01:35 AM Go to last post
  15. Replace freeze/core plugs, engine in car, '57 312 Skyliner

    In my '57 Skyliner, 312, the RH rear, just above the starter, freeze/core plug is leaking. Can this be replaced with the engine in the car? Should...

    Started by TonyC, 05-16-2011 05:58 PM
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    11-22-2011 09:35 PM Go to last post
  16. repairing 59 power steering control valve

    I had a friend install a rebuild kit purchased from CONCOURS PARTS.It leaks.What if anything did he miss!The valve has been sitting outside for 10+...

    Started by BRUCE METCALF, 03-25-2014 09:15 AM
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    04-09-2018 09:35 PM Go to last post
  17. Removing the draft tube and converting to a PCV valve

    Has anyone done this to their car? I have a 59 with a 352. I recently installed a new Edelbrock AVS carb. This carb had a vacuum port in the back...

    Started by 1965JNC, 04-13-2021 10:23 PM
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    04-14-2021 10:02 PM Go to last post
  18. Radiator Size and Number of Rows - What to get?

    Hi, I am looking to replace my radiator in my 1959 with a 352 Engine. I am trying to determine if I should get a 3 row or 4 row radiator and...

    Started by Finster, 06-23-2014 03:43 PM
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    07-09-2014 10:04 AM Go to last post
  19. Radiator

    Good afternoon guys I have at long last,decided to get a new radiator and oil cooler rebuilt for my 59. I am having a bigger more efficient rad...

    Started by Garry, 09-04-2015 07:08 AM
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    09-14-2015 01:21 AM Go to last post
  20. power steering reservoir

    Hi, I want to take off and paint my power steering reservoir on my 59 ford. I guess the color is argent. How does it come off? Is the attach...

    Started by Finster, 01-19-2016 01:59 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    03-14-2016 12:22 PM Go to last post

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