Head bolts?
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Head bolts?
Where do you get new ones? I called the Ford Barn looking for NOS head bolts for a V8 239, but was told they do not have them.
Where do I begin looking for flathead head-quality bolts that will work?
Where do I begin looking for flathead head-quality bolts that will work?
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Its a store here in Wisconsin that has many NOS flathead parts, and a lot of original parts for flathead trucks and cars.
I'll call Napa for starters thanks!
I tried Fastenal, but when I walked in with a bag full of flathead bolts... the look was like I was from another planet.
I'll call Napa for starters thanks!
I tried Fastenal, but when I walked in with a bag full of flathead bolts... the look was like I was from another planet.
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239 Flathead V8 Head Bolts
NORTZ & VIRKLER FORD in Lowville NY has 67.
ANTIQUE AUTO SUPPLY in Arlington TX has 65 = 817-275-2381.
FREESE MOTORS in Monticello IA has 6 = 319-465-3541.
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Asthey said N A P A ......... in addition Antique Auto supply in Alrington Texas , Bob Drake - Grants Pass Oregon , Dennis Carpenter - Hillsborough / Charlotte North Carolina , Osolete Ford in Phoenix Arizona
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Carpenter does not list any head bolts in his 48/56 catalog, has no genuine Ford NOS originals either, cuz I checked the website.
Antique Auto Supply has 65, as I stated in post #4 which also lists two Ford Dealers that have another 73.
Antique Auto Supply has 65, as I stated in post #4 which also lists two Ford Dealers that have another 73.
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Thanks for the help guys! Here's my scoop...may not be right but it's what I did anyways.
I ordered the 8BA6065A .. Head Bolt / 7/16" -14 x 1.94" / Fits 239 Flathead V8NOS ones they had at NORTZ & VIRKLER FORD. They only had 2 of the 2.62" inch long ones at 5 bucks each (ouch ) but I ordered those too.
I ordered 12, 2.62" long ones from Carpenter, he has them on his website catalog.
That gives me enough to put all new ones on the head that I pulled. Gasket will be new, and head was resurfaced. I will also use Never Seize.
Now I have to use the stick welder I picked up to arc weld a nut onto the 2 snapped bolts just above the block (yes I will practice first)
I ordered the 8BA6065A .. Head Bolt / 7/16" -14 x 1.94" / Fits 239 Flathead V8NOS ones they had at NORTZ & VIRKLER FORD. They only had 2 of the 2.62" inch long ones at 5 bucks each (ouch ) but I ordered those too.
I ordered 12, 2.62" long ones from Carpenter, he has them on his website catalog.
That gives me enough to put all new ones on the head that I pulled. Gasket will be new, and head was resurfaced. I will also use Never Seize.
Now I have to use the stick welder I picked up to arc weld a nut onto the 2 snapped bolts just above the block (yes I will practice first)
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i was gonna say carpenter , and i found a stainless fastener co. on evil bay the can get 'em in purty ... you geussed it stainless polished or otherwise , called alloyz . they were pricey but i'm so trying to sell something i don't need , like my brain to medical science , to maybe get 'em !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ps. i contacted arp and even gave em the thread pitch , lengths , etc. and they couldnt come up with 'em !! what gives there as they list stud kits for them .......................
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I've got coffee cans full of headbolts. Not new, but "tempered". Lol.
Really, I've never had any trouble re-cycling head bolts. Just clean out the old holes good and clean up the bolts good. Your not gonna snap em if the threads are clean--not at 65-70 lbs...slim
Really, I've never had any trouble re-cycling head bolts. Just clean out the old holes good and clean up the bolts good. Your not gonna snap em if the threads are clean--not at 65-70 lbs...slim
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Ford put a lot of metallurgy science into their fasteners back then (other stuff too). I'd rather use clean old OEM bolts than aftermarket new.
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yep mines been in and out a couple of times in their life , currently out , LOL !!!!!!! i thought they were stretched at one point but got a good set of digital measuring devices , nope . mine still have the ford marks in 'em . don't think your gonna do that , reuse 'em ,with any new one { engine } irregardless of make , as we all know real engines don't have valve covers ......................
although i do have a couple of the others sitting and i do like 'em too , but the flatty is the best !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! still telling her there bad though so i can buy the jewelery if ya get my drift
although i do have a couple of the others sitting and i do like 'em too , but the flatty is the best !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! still telling her there bad though so i can buy the jewelery if ya get my drift
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I seem to recall from my flathead days that Ardun made an OHV conversion for flatties.
Would you install one a those if you could get it for cheap?
Would you install one a those if you could get it for cheap?
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well lets just say .............. YOU GOTTA CHEAP SET BILL ??????????? if ya do i might be persuaded to if i can pry the money outta the wifes hands .............
but averall i'm happy with her . she's unique in a world of sheople mobiles , all i gotta do is get her back on the road ...................................
oh yeah my wife would love ya if ya do . that'd mean a complete stroker rebuild and lot's o green stuff put into the ol' girl !!!!!!!!!!
but averall i'm happy with her . she's unique in a world of sheople mobiles , all i gotta do is get her back on the road ................................... oh yeah my wife would love ya if ya do . that'd mean a complete stroker rebuild and lot's o green stuff put into the ol' girl !!!!!!!!!!
