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by Paul T. Amick
Tue Mar 19, 2024 8:41 am
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Replacing one of my wire wheels
Replies: 6
Views: 192

Re: Replacing one of my wire wheels

Hi, Try Dayton wire wheels in Ohio. That's what I have. They have been around since the 20s.
by Paul T. Amick
Tue Mar 12, 2024 11:50 am
Forum: 1955-1957 Modified/Custom Thunderbirds
Topic: new upper radiator hose, ?#
Replies: 5
Views: 130

Re: new upper radiator hose, ?#

Hi, I just added about 4" to the upper hose. I used a piece of exhaust pipe inside hose then added the hose to radiator. I'll try to send a pic.
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by Paul T. Amick
Mon Feb 12, 2024 11:35 am
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Need part number please
Replies: 3
Views: 149

Re: Need part number please

Hi, Check Hill's catalog Page 20-21 List all front end parts. K3082.You may want too send for the catalog.Good Luck
by Paul T. Amick
Sat Feb 10, 2024 6:27 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Battery Availability
Replies: 111
Views: 3376

Re: Battery Availability

FYI Everyone, Battery Central Mall has the group 32. Now I know all Thunderbird owners are budget minded. But battery prices have gone thuough the roof in the past several years. I have had 4 of these batteries 2 for my wifes 56, 1 for 1968 mustang and 1 for my 57 Bird. One lasted 7+ years in wife 5...
by Paul T. Amick
Thu Dec 21, 2023 5:26 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Temperature Sending Unit Needed
Replies: 1
Views: 310

Re: Temperature Sending Unit Needed

Hi, Check with Hill's catalog. Page 158 Pt # 10884-B $80.00 Good luck
by Paul T. Amick
Thu Nov 23, 2023 8:25 am
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: '56 TB Glove Box Door Spring Fitment
Replies: 5
Views: 350

Re: '56 TB Glove Box Door Spring Fitment

Hi If you look at the latest Hill's Catalog it shows how it is installed. Page 157 lower left corner. Good luck
by Paul T. Amick
Wed Oct 11, 2023 10:37 am
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Replacement battery
Replies: 7
Views: 434

Re: Replacement battery

Hi, Batteries and Bulbs about $125.00. Good luck
by Paul T. Amick
Thu Sep 07, 2023 9:48 am
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Generator Wiring '56 TB
Replies: 25
Views: 1562

Re: Generator Wiring '56 TB

Hi All, Anyone interested in the Generator backing plate (correct for bird) Check out Classic Restorations LLC They have the part for you. By Ford just bolt it on. Convert your cover at another time or sell it.
by Paul T. Amick
Sat Aug 26, 2023 3:59 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Generator Wiring '56 TB
Replies: 25
Views: 1562

Re: Generator Wiring '56 TB

Hi, As far as the part you need, it all depends on the Generator backing plate. Some are cast and some are stamped. I have done mostly stamped. If your not sure call Casco and describe it to them. Paul
by Paul T. Amick
Mon Aug 07, 2023 9:53 am
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: '57 Dash Pad
Replies: 17
Views: 1244

Re: '57 Dash Pad

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by Paul T. Amick
Fri Apr 28, 2023 9:52 am
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Generator Wiring '56 TB
Replies: 25
Views: 1562

Re: Generator Wiring '56 TB

Hi, That the way a T-Bird generator is suppose to look. Stud away from block. The conversion kit will do the job. Paul
by Paul T. Amick
Thu Apr 27, 2023 5:25 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Generator Wiring '56 TB
Replies: 25
Views: 1562

Re: Generator Wiring '56 TB

Hey, That is a standard ford generator. Tbird plate conversion moves the yellow wire outward away from the block. Order the kit 10211-AC cast type or 10211-AS stamped steel. Use a tooth pic to hold the brushes in before disassembley.(google it) use the brushes you have in it, don't make it a bigger ...
by Paul T. Amick
Thu Apr 27, 2023 2:32 pm
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Generator Wiring '56 TB
Replies: 25
Views: 1562

Re: Generator Wiring '56 TB

Hi ward57
If you google 1955-1957 ford thunderbird generator end plate on will come up NOS. But you just need the part # I sent you. I have done half a dozen of these. I have one in my garage ready to go. Paul
by Paul T. Amick
Thu Apr 27, 2023 9:33 am
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Generator Wiring '56 TB
Replies: 25
Views: 1562

Re: Generator Wiring '56 TB

Hi, Many people think that the generators on a T-Bird and a regular car are the same. Yes the gen. will fit but the hot post will be very close to the block. Unless you have owned the car from new you will never know. Just because it fits doesn't mean it is correct. If you check the part # I sent yo...
by Paul T. Amick
Wed Apr 26, 2023 9:09 am
Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
Topic: Generator Wiring '56 TB
Replies: 25
Views: 1562

Re: Generator Wiring '56 TB

Hi, You may have the wrong backing plate on your generator. Many T-bird vendors sell the adapter kit. Some are stamped some ars cast. Try # 10211-AC or 10211AS. Good luck