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by paul2748
Sat Feb 10, 2024 1:07 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Battery Availability
Replies: 111
Views: 3488

Re: Battery Availability

There are a few places to check to see if they have or can get a Group 32.

Batteries Plus Bulbs
Harris Battery (Ohio)
by paul2748
Fri Feb 09, 2024 5:24 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Outer windshield trim clip clarification
Replies: 5
Views: 195

Re: Outer windshield trim clip clarification

CASCO catalog says 7 clips are needed - part # 3180 Upper molding clips

The Concours catalog say the 3138 retainer screws to windshield frame to retain # 3136/7 and 3149/9 moldings
by paul2748
Fri Feb 09, 2024 5:03 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Battery Availability
Replies: 111
Views: 3488

Re: Battery Availability

I heard the Group 32 battery has been discontinued ?
ICON 1956 wrote: Fri Feb 09, 2024 9:40 am Follow up to the AGM battery tender I bought. The battery tender did not work as expected. The battery is totally dead. Not the fault of the battery tender product. So I have to go with a group 32 regular battery non period correct.
by paul2748
Mon Feb 05, 2024 9:28 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Battery Availability
Replies: 111
Views: 3488

Re: Battery Availability

They stay in business because many people want a battery that looks like original even though car is not shown for Concours. And they don't mind spending two or three times the normal price for a battery that looks original. And the suppliers know this so they don't have to worry about customer serv...
by paul2748
Sun Feb 04, 2024 8:30 pm
Forum: For Sale Thunderbirds and Thunderbird Parts
Topic: 57 Left front Fender
Replies: 0
Views: 165

57 Left front Fender

57 Left front fender. Fair to good condition. Looks like it has been worked on in the past, has some small holes in it for some reason besides the louver trim holes. . Some light surface rust and doesn't seem to have any dents. $ 500.00. Sorry, cannot ship - pick up only. Please message me.
by paul2748
Sun Feb 04, 2024 5:47 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Battery Availability
Replies: 111
Views: 3488

Re: Battery Availability

Writing on the side is kind of a moot point because it doesn't show anyway because the the heat guard on one side and the fender on the other.
TJSHEA wrote: Sun Feb 04, 2024 3:58 pm Hello, I bought one a couple of years ago, Type 32. The display showed with the yellow writing, but it was all black when I received it,
by paul2748
Sat Feb 03, 2024 9:49 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Battery Availability
Replies: 111
Views: 3488

Re: Battery Availability

I have the Car Quest (Advance Auto) 29F in my car that I bought three years ago. 420 CCA. I haven't had any problems with it. All I did is disconnect the the ground cable . I don't use a charger on it. My Bird has been sitting in the garage for the last two months this way and I decided to take it f...
by paul2748
Sat Feb 03, 2024 8:25 am
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Brake ?'s
Replies: 33
Views: 1111

Re: Brake ?'s

I've always used a box end wrench for the bleeder. Tight, but not a real problem. Usually the longer the better clear obstructions and for max force (without breaking anything). Also helps in turning range. uote=RossL post_id=136896 time=1706892445 user_id=10031] When I tried to bleed the brakes I c...
by paul2748
Fri Feb 02, 2024 4:04 pm
Forum: For Sale Thunderbirds and Thunderbird Parts
Topic: 57 Kick Panels White
Replies: 0
Views: 157

57 Kick Panels White

New kick panels. like new condition. Left and right sides. $55 for both plus shipping from NJ. (retail $98) Also fits 56 but a different design
by paul2748
Thu Feb 01, 2024 5:13 pm
Forum: For Sale Thunderbirds and Thunderbird Parts
Topic: 57 Door - Driver's Side
Replies: 0
Views: 163

57 Door - Driver's Side

57 Door Drivers side. Great condition for a used door. No rust except for some very light surface rust where the bottom door seal went, no dents. Bare door, no interior parts. Sorry, but pick up only. $250. Located in NJ Please message me.
by paul2748
Wed Jan 31, 2024 9:49 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Replacing hard brake line
Replies: 15
Views: 621

Re: Replacing hard brake line

CASCO, and I assume others, have a two piece line that makes the job much easier. When I first got my car, I had to replace the line in the back. I ended up cutting the line re-flaring the ends and used a union to connect once I had everything in place.
by paul2748
Mon Jan 29, 2024 8:58 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: What exactly sets them apart?
Replies: 11
Views: 531

Re: What exactly sets them apart?

I heartily agree with Joe. especially on the local clubs. uote="Joe Johnston" post_id=136800 time=1706563974 user_id=2243] I definitely agree with the above comments and will continue to remain neutral in any recommendations as I am/was a member in both for MANY years! I'm a life member in...
by paul2748
Fri Jan 26, 2024 10:06 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Modified/Custom Thunderbirds
Topic: Body swap '55
Replies: 4
Views: 405

Re: Body swap '55

I see quite a few of these attempts go on the block only part way through. While reasons are not given for the sale, I can only surmise they got too complicated and expensive to continue with almost no returns.
by paul2748
Thu Jan 25, 2024 9:38 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Chassis number assistance
Replies: 19
Views: 1017

Re: Chassis number assistance

CTCI, and the people who had these invoices before them, made photocopies of the original invoices before they were sold. CTCI does note this and additional requests for the same car are told only a copy is available to purchasers. It should be noted that they don't have invoices for every early Bir...
by paul2748
Thu Jan 25, 2024 5:32 pm
Forum: For Sale Thunderbirds and Thunderbird Parts
Topic: Oil Filter Canister Y Block
Replies: 0
Views: 301

Oil Filter Canister Y Block

Complete oil filter canister assembly right to the block plate and nut. Fits 1954 -56. Very good condition. $28 plus shipping.from NJ