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Old Apr 19, 2014 | 07:06 PM
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Ok. I finally got my fuel gauge and stuff worked out so my next project I guess will be horn(s). What are you guys running? I kinda would like to have an original looking set of trumpet horns under the hood. Ilya ya got any?? I know I could go to my favorite junk yard (i mean Part Re-engineering Supply) and grab a set of any horns out there and hook them up. I'm good on the hook up part etc. Just want some input and pics on what y'all have and all.
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Old Apr 19, 2014 | 09:38 PM
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Right or wrong I don't know. But I have a single trumpet.
Sorry the pic doesn't show it any better. Its the only one I could find in my album.





 
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Old Apr 20, 2014 | 12:48 AM
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^^^ That's not a 48-50 "trumpet" horn. The original 48-50 horn resembled one from a Model A. Trumpet horns were used starting in 1951. Unfortunately, I don't have any correct 48-50 horns, but I do have several 51-52 trumpet horns.
 
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Old Apr 20, 2014 | 04:18 PM
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Wayne I have an original 49 F3 6 volt you can have for shipping cost if you want it PM me if you do. Dave S
 
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Old Apr 20, 2014 | 10:25 PM
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So on the 6v horns....I'm assuming it won't hurt to run 12v to them on the occasion I want to mash the horn. Can't be any worse than running the 6v starter right?
 
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Old Apr 20, 2014 | 10:40 PM
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Yes, that is correct. As long as you don't lay on the horn all the time, you'll be good. Also, think about adding a 12v Ooga horn for fun.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2014 | 12:39 PM
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Yes, that is correct. As long as you don't lay on the horn all the time, you'll be good. Also, think about adding a 12v Ooga horn for fun.
My wife and kid's definitely want the Ooga horn. Good luck.
 
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Old Apr 24, 2014 | 06:26 PM
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Originally Posted by 51PanelMan
^^^ That's not a 48-50 "trumpet" horn. The original 48-50 horn resembled one from a Model A. Trumpet horns were used starting in 1951. Unfortunately, I don't have any correct 48-50 horns, but I do have several 51-52 trumpet horns.
Ilya, I've sent numerous PMs with no response since this post with no response. I hope all is well with you. I'm beginning to think my PMs aren't working....I'm on my phone so I have no way to see if you have been online....anybody can help? Thanks
 
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Old Apr 24, 2014 | 07:59 PM
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Wayne, I received your PMs. Sorry for not replying sooner. I sent you a reply PM.
 
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Old Apr 24, 2014 | 08:02 PM
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Absolutely no problem. Im just glad I'm not having PM problems again...lol. Thanks!
 
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Hello. I am looking for a 12v horn for my 51 ford truck. I would appreciate the help. I will also need the brackets too. Thank you!
 
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since there is more trafic here, and you guys are interested by horns.this horn was on my 1942 2 ton ford. i don,t think its original to truck. could anybody identify it. sorry for bumping in your tread!

 
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WOLO Big Bad Max...135 db
Sounds like a ship's air horn, check it out on YouTube
 
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WOLO Big Bad Max...135 db
Sounds like a ship's air horn, check it out on YouTube
DANG! That is loud!
 
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Old May 12, 2015 | 04:48 PM
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Originally Posted by CharlieLed
WOLO Big Bad Max...135 db
Sounds like a ship's air horn, check it out on YouTube
Back in the late '80s, I converted my '51 F1 Panel to 12V and left the original horns in - man did they sound great! Loud and angry like a freight train!!

Wish I could find another set - got a set of an early '40s passenger car on my truck now - loud, but not like the truck horns!!

There's no kill like overkill!!
 
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