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Date: Thu, 13 Nov 1997 03:50:18 -0700 (MST)
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fordtrucks-digest Thursday, November 13 1997 Volume 01 : Number 048



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In this issue:

Horn Button ["Paul G." ]
1947 - 3 TON ["Mitch Miller" ]
Re: Horn Button [Gary Haselbusch ]
Re: Horn Button [Jan ]
Alternator info [Jay Phillips ]
Flathead Ford V8 History Page [Jay Phillips
Re: Flathead Ford V8 History Page [Don Grossman ]
Otions ["R. Garber" ]
Re: Flathead Ford V8 History Page [Ken Payne ]

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Date: Wed, 12 Nov 1997 09:35:19 -0800
From: "Paul G."
Subject: Horn Button

I know this is a small detail, but...

My 55 panel came with a horn button which says, I believe,"Ford" in
script, with 5 stars just under that horizontally.

I also have a horn button with the regular lightening bolt through the
gear pattern.

I have never seen the 5 star horn button in a catalogue, only the latter
one.

Does anyone know anything about this deal? I know it's not a major
topic, but it is interesting when you never see the piece you have as
available.

Thanks, Paul G.

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Date: Tue, 11 Nov 1997 21:38:21 -0600
From: "Mitch Miller"
Subject: 1947 - 3 TON

Picked up a '47 - 3 ton truck yesterday for $500 in Sioux Lookout, Ontario.
I'm always on the hunt for parts-trucks, but this one is way too nice to
scavenge from. I'll be back to work (on the Sedan Delivery that is) for
the winter very soon as my paying employment takes it's seasonal sleep.
(Forest fires will be back in May)

Nicest thing about it is the interior - it is all there! The glass, kick
plates, headliner, seat and backrest... everything!
Even the instrument cluster is in excellent shape. The cab is in great
shape too. Even had the waterfall grille complete.

If you are looking for another truck and are not having much luck, don't
despair.

T H E Y A R E S T I L L O U T T H E R E !

Mitch
mmiller dryden.net

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Date: Wed, 12 Nov 1997 08:12:12 -0800
From: Gary Haselbusch
Subject: Re: Horn Button

Paul G. wrote:
>
> I know this is a small detail, but...
>
> My 55 panel came with a horn button which says, I believe,"Ford" in
> script, with 5 stars just under that horizontally.
>
> I also have a horn button with the regular lightening bolt through the
> gear pattern.
>
> I have never seen the 5 star horn button in a catalogue, only the latter
> one.
>
> Does anyone know anything about this deal? I know it's not a major
> topic, but it is interesting when you never see the piece you have as
> available.
>
> Thanks, Paul G.
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Paul G. I believe it's a anniversary emblem on '54 trucks. Gary

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Date: Wed, 12 Nov 1997 12:59:21 -0500 (EST)
From: Jan
Subject: Re: Horn Button

There's a 50th Anniversary emblem on the my 53 F-250, too,
but only on the horn button, and nowhere else to be seen.
The dates inscribed on the button are: "1903-1953"

Jan

On Wed, 12 Nov 1997, Gary Haselbusch wrote:

> Paul G. wrote:
> >
> > I know this is a small detail, but...
> >
> > My 55 panel came with a horn button which says, I believe,"Ford" in
> > script, with 5 stars just under that horizontally.
> >
> > I also have a horn button with the regular lightening bolt through the
> > gear pattern.
> >
> > I have never seen the 5 star horn button in a catalogue, only the latter
> > one.
> >
> > Does anyone know anything about this deal? I know it's not a major
> > topic, but it is interesting when you never see the piece you have as
> > available.
> >
> > Thanks, Paul G.
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> Paul G. I believe it's a anniversary emblem on '54 trucks. Gary

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Date: Wed, 12 Nov 1997 14:34:14 -0600
From: Jay Phillips
Subject: Alternator info

Web page www.classic truckshop. com has an informative article in their
projects section that covers installation of one wire alternators. It
also describes how to convert two wire alternators to a one wire unit.

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Date: Wed, 12 Nov 1997 14:59:00 -0600
From: Jay Phillips
Subject: Flathead Ford V8 History Page

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http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://members.fullnet.net/mulligan/fmain.htm
Here is a web page list members that have flathead motors
might be interested in.

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Flathead Ford V8 History Page



The Flathead Ford V8 Page



These pages exist to help spread information about Ford's Flathead V8 in all its forms.
It is a non-commercial, free site dicated to preserving the history of the Ford flathead V-8.
Believed to be
the largest single collection of Ford flathead V-8 information on the World Wide Web, the site
provides
information on both stock and hotrod flatheads. There is a detailed timeline of flathead
development, and
an entire section devoted to the hotrodding process. You’ll also find a collection of vintage
advertisements, a readers’ rides section, links to other flathead and automotive resources, a
listing of
flathead vendors, and a new chat area to help you solve problems and get advice.

Why flatheads? Certainly not because they are new, high technology engines. Ford hasn't made any since 1953.
Not because everyone has one. I bet you can find many car enthusiasts that have never seen one.
Not because they make more power than anything else. There are many "modern" engines that make much more power.

No, I'm doing this because the flathead isn't all these things. It's old, it's strong, and most of all, it's cool.


Note: These pages will not be a graphics and special effects showcase.My goal is to get information out in a functional manner, mostly to speed downloading.Besides, almost all my vintage reference material is in B&W anyway.
Please see the notice at the bottom of the history page!




Talk with other flathead fans! Ask questions or share your experience. Send your stories of the old (or not so old) days!

What's a flathead?
The flathead history, arranged by year.
Stock? Ha! Let's hot rod this flatty.
Vintage speed equipment ads.
Reference sources about flatheads.
Flathead related links.
Flathead supply sources.
Ford related links.
Giant engine weights FAQ. Now you can replace anything with a flathead!
Visitor's Rides!
Back to the main Mulligan page.







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Date: Wed, 12 Nov 1997 16:44:08 -0800
From: Don Grossman
Subject: Re: Flathead Ford V8 History Page

Hey Jay,

Not everyone uses a browser for their eMail! Knock off the hyperlinks
will ya! And the pictures too! ggggrrr...
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Don Grossman
duckdon pacific.net


63 Ford F-250 4x4 67' 390, t-98, Spicer 24, Dana 60, Dana 44, power
steering, power brakes, and now ON BOARD AIR!

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Date: Wed, 12 Nov 1997 18:29:09 -0600
From: "R. Garber"
Subject: Otions

Hello All,

This is one of those want to know questions.
Does any know what options were available
on a 54 F100? I want mine stock but in the
end want all the options that were available
in that year. I may be able to get a side mount
tire off a 55, but if it was'nt offered in 54 I don't
want it. Also, I found a crome bird on the hood
of a ford truck at the junk yard. It was so badly
dismantled all I know was that it was 53 to 55.
What year was this offered?

Actually, these questions poped up after reading
the post on the horn button.

Thanks,
Rich

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Date: Wed, 12 Nov 1997 22:41:37 -0500
From: Ken Payne
Subject: Re: Flathead Ford V8 History Page

Since everyone receives a copy of our FAQ when they join there
is simply no excuse for loud, in-your-face ads with embedded
HTML.

Here it is again, from the FAQ, so no one else makes this mistake:

"Q. What Is Definitely Not Allowed?
A. 1. ...
2. Do not post using embedded HTML. Most email packages do not use
HTML.
3. ...
4. ...

Repeated offenses of these items can get you permanently barred
from the list."

and another FAQ item:

"Q. What about posting advertisements to the ad page or lists?....

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