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by ICON 1956
Mon May 13, 2024 7:11 am
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: 55 Restoration Project
Replies: 18
Views: 346

Re: 55 Restoration Project

Been there done that on restoration on the neighbor's 56 Red T Bird. BTW he spend too much.
by ICON 1956
Mon May 13, 2024 6:59 am
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Gas mileage ?
Replies: 28
Views: 652

Re: Gas mileage ?

That's Bindenomic's !
by ICON 1956
Sat May 11, 2024 11:40 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: 55 Restoration Project
Replies: 18
Views: 346

Re: 55 Restoration Project

I would set up a budget, Restoring these birds can cost you plenty $$$$$$$....
by ICON 1956
Sat May 11, 2024 11:36 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Oem Wheels
Replies: 2
Views: 91

Re: Oem Wheels

Here's a picture of mine that are OEM.
by ICON 1956
Sat May 11, 2024 8:03 am
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Tonight's Jeopardy Episode
Replies: 4
Views: 102

Re: Tonight's Jeopardy Episode

Got me on a technicality ! ::?
by ICON 1956
Fri May 10, 2024 11:55 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Tonight's Jeopardy Episode
Replies: 4
Views: 102

Re: Tonight's Jeopardy Episode

The answer is Thunderbird !
by ICON 1956
Thu May 09, 2024 3:38 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: 56 Speedometer lubrication
Replies: 24
Views: 2067

Re: 56 Speedometer lubrication

Here's a picture that might help:
by ICON 1956
Thu May 02, 2024 7:36 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Rust again in master cylinder
Replies: 9
Views: 196

Re: Rust again in master cylinder

I suggest you run denature alcohol through the lines then fresh unopened brake fluid then bleed all of the lines. There could be a chemical reaction with a metal ( Aluminum) fitting that also could be the issue.
by ICON 1956
Wed May 01, 2024 7:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need a lift in my garage
Replies: 8
Views: 150

Re: Need a lift in my garage

Found this one, at reasonable price :
https://randjautomotive.shop/product/66 ... -car-lift/
by ICON 1956
Tue Apr 23, 2024 8:51 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Gas mileage ?
Replies: 28
Views: 652

Re: Gas mileage ?

The milage on the 53 Customline with a flat eight with Henderson triple duals which gets 6-9 MPG OUCH !
by ICON 1956
Tue Apr 23, 2024 4:27 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Gas mileage ?
Replies: 28
Views: 652

Re: Gas mileage ?

My milage is between 12-14 mpg. When I had the 61 T Bird it was 7-10 mpg.
by ICON 1956
Mon Apr 22, 2024 9:01 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Setting Valve Lash
Replies: 14
Views: 348

Re: Setting Valve Lash

I tried using the camera switch too much bounce. I also used the remote starter switch along with the feeler gauge. I found that using P&G technique gives me a better reading without the cable. https://www.google.com/search?q=p%26g+valve+gapper+vintage+adjusting+tool+set&sca_esv=9dd3c420e69a...
by ICON 1956
Mon Apr 22, 2024 8:36 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: 57 bird oil pan removal
Replies: 18
Views: 5027

Re: 57 bird oil pan removal

You should call Jewel Meets, He's has a few (920) 756-2549
by ICON 1956
Mon Apr 22, 2024 8:29 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Condenser failed.....................again
Replies: 12
Views: 215

Re: Condenser failed.....................again

Store extra condensers in a temp control, The biggest mistake is keeping in the garage with temps fluctuate. Moisture is a killer when it comes to electronics.....
by ICON 1956
Mon Apr 22, 2024 8:05 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Setting Valve Lash
Replies: 14
Views: 348

Re: Setting Valve Lash

I have done a few experiments with the accuracy of valve lash as well as the “hot or cold” debate. By no means are the results statistically significant nor can I claim accuracy to the .0001”. What I have observed is that neither issue is worth loosing any sleep! Using a flat feeler gauge will at b...