Forum: Engine

What is the proper - factory correct engine oil that should be used in a 1959 Retractable with a 352 engine? Also - What type of oil filter? I have...

When I accelerate hard the car bucks and wants to stall out until the point where I let off the gas. I checked the accelerator pump and it looked to...

I have a 1959 Skyliner with a 352 4 barrell. As time goes on this Summer it seems my car is getting slower and slower. The problem I have is that...

Will 57 skyliner tail pipes work on 58 skyliner

Hi All, Can anyone recommend where to get a good/accurate Exhaust Manifold for a 1959 Skyliner with a 352 engine? Usual places like Macs, Concourse...

Happy New Year. I currently have an exhaust leak on my passenger side Exhaust Manifold. I was looking to replace the gasket to seal it up as I can...

Hi, I'm asking this for an older member who doesn't use a computer much. He noticed at car shows this year that a majority of Skyliners had black...

I have a leaky fuel pump and want to replace it (57 with 312). Mine has the glass bowl on the bottom of pump. Can't seem to find this one, only...

Where is the best place to get a fuel pump for a 59 with a 332 engine.

Hi, Can someone tell me what companies made fuel pump with glass bowl for 1959 ford with 352. Also is there a general part number or manufacturer...

Looking for a fuel pump for a 1957 Skyliner with a 312. I'd like to find one with the glass bowl. I've looked on FR Parts Store, MACS, and Dennis...

I found out the hard way that my gas gauge no longer works. so now I am looking for the sending unit as I'm pretty sure that's where the problem is....

Hi, Has anyone used something other thatn the normal cork gaskets when replacing an exhaust manifold? I remember when I did work on my friends...

When turning on the ignition my oil light comes on but not the generator light. I checked the bulb and it is OK. The generator is also working OK. ...

Hello, I recently purchased a 57 Skyliner and although the car runs well I noticed the secondary's are not opening. This carb is the AFB vacuum...

Just wrapping up the final details on a full restoration. I'm having a difficult time getting my low end idle to smooth out. Carb has been...

We bought the car when I was about 3 years old I grew up working on it. Later in life Dad had it fully restored he was a member of the club for...

I have a 1959 Fairlane 500 Skyliner. The build date is Oct. 1 1958 on a Wednesday. The ser. no. is B9EW103594. In the Feb. issue it said the...

My 59 had the battery negative connected to a valve cover bolt. I believe this is not the correct spot. Unfortunately parts and workshop book are not...