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Old Apr 13, 2026 | 12:24 AM
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Hello, new member here from Texas. Just dragged a '49 F3 home. Six cylinder flathead & 4-speed. It's a basket case that needs just about everything so I'm looking forward to connecting with some folks here who are familiar with these things.
I've been wrenching on old Fords for about 40 years now but this is the oldest vehicle I've decided to tackle so its definitely time to learn some new things.

 

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Old Apr 14, 2026 | 12:14 PM
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I'm excited to see your progress!
 
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Old Apr 17, 2026 | 08:26 AM
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There are too many pieces still attached for me to call it a "basket case"!

But seriously, it looks like it's got good bones!

Welcome aboard!
 
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Originally Posted by Marc49
Hello, new member here from Texas. Just dragged a '49 F3 home. Six cylinder flathead & 4-speed. It's a basket case that needs just about everything so I'm looking forward to connecting with some folks here who are familiar with these things.
I've been wrenching on old Fords for about 40 years now but this is the oldest vehicle I've decided to tackle so its definitely time to learn some new things.
Wow! Welcome to the forum!
 
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Old Apr 18, 2026 | 09:16 AM
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Thanks folks. I'll be sure to post more pics as it progresses.
 
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