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by jrbudwig
Sat Dec 16, 2023 9:14 pm
Forum: For Sale Thunderbirds and Thunderbird Parts
Topic: NEW, 1962-1972 FORD Component Build Date Manual, by Jim Osborne
Replies: 2
Views: 528

Re: NEW, 1962-1972 FORD Component Build Date Manual, by Jim Osborne

Hello Forum,

As of this date Saturday, 12/16, the manual has been SOLD.

All the Best,

Jonathan
by jrbudwig
Fri Dec 15, 2023 11:50 am
Forum: For Sale Thunderbirds and Thunderbird Parts
Topic: NEW, 1962-1972 FORD Component Build Date Manual, by Jim Osborne
Replies: 2
Views: 528

Re: NEW, 1962-1972 FORD Component Build Date Manual, by Jim Osborne

Hello Forum,

Price reduction, $14.00 includes USPS Media Mail Postage, delivery only to the United States.

Thank you,

Jonathan
by jrbudwig
Tue Jun 27, 2023 1:39 pm
Forum: 1961-1963 Thunderbirds
Topic: 62-3 M code T-Bird original owner for sale
Replies: 12
Views: 1073

Re: 62-3 M code T-Bird original owner for sale

Hello Forum, As a reference here is a 62 Hardtop M-code, https://www.autohunter.com/Listing/Details/3132204/1962-Ford-Thunderbird-MCode Having spoken to the owner sometime last year around the bid period, I believe that it may not have sold at the closing bid price of US$35,500.00. All the Best, Jon...
by jrbudwig
Mon Jun 05, 2023 2:49 pm
Forum: For Sale Thunderbirds and Thunderbird Parts
Topic: NEW, 1962-1972 FORD Component Build Date Manual, by Jim Osborne
Replies: 2
Views: 528

NEW, 1962-1972 FORD Component Build Date Manual, by Jim Osborne

Hello Forum, Published by Jim Osborn, the Manual includes 23 pages of Tables and Drawings illustrating Date Stamp locations for mechanical and electrical components allowing for an accurate understanding of Date Codes. This is an extra Ford Build Date Manual for $16.00 includes USPS Media Mail Posta...
by jrbudwig
Tue Jan 31, 2023 12:02 am
Forum: For Sale Thunderbirds and Thunderbird Parts
Topic: Ford Thermostatic Control Choke Gasket, P/N: B7A 9853-B
Replies: 0
Views: 231

Ford Thermostatic Control Choke Gasket, P/N: B7A 9853-B

Challenging to find, the Ford Thermostatic Control Choke Gasket P/N: B7A 9853-B is used between the Choke Housing and the Main Body on the M-Code Center Carburetor (Ford P/N: 2SE 9510-A, Holley List 2497). This gasket is also used on a few other 2bbl and 4bbl Ford/Holley Carburetors. They are $3.50 ...
by jrbudwig
Sun Jul 10, 2022 12:30 am
Forum: 1961-1963 Thunderbirds
Topic: Top limit switches adustments
Replies: 6
Views: 554

Re: Top limit switches adustments

Hello Milo, To support the information in the Shop Manuals the following might be of additional assistance. http://fordramair.com/new/info/tech/T-Bird_manuals/1961-63_Convertible_Top_Manual/1961-63_Convertible_Top_Manual.pdf http://www.squarebirds.org/picture_gallery/TechnicalResourceLibrary/Trouble...
by jrbudwig
Wed Jun 29, 2022 9:22 am
Forum: 1961-1963 Thunderbirds
Topic: 63 battery won't hold a charge
Replies: 8
Views: 705

Re: 63 battery won't hold a charge

Hello, To bridge the gap just now the following post with a link to a dropbox file might be of assistance in supplementing your existing "original wiring manual," https://www.vintagethunderbirdclub.net/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?t=20423 Even though I have a 62 and have a copy of the following, t...
by jrbudwig
Fri Jun 24, 2022 2:12 pm
Forum: 1961-1963 Thunderbirds
Topic: OEM Intake Manifold Bolts P/N’s: 370478-S and 20468-S
Replies: 1
Views: 270

OEM Intake Manifold Bolts P/N’s: 370478-S and 20468-S

Hello Forum, With respect to the following images, looking for a clean set of OEM Intake Manifold bolts (no rounded heads or worn threads, etc….). If anyone has an extra set, please forward a PM with details. Appreciate everyone’s contributions. All the Best, Jonathan IntakeManifoldBoltsA_JScott0624...
by jrbudwig
Sat Mar 26, 2022 9:43 am
Forum: 1961-1963 Thunderbirds
Topic: 1962 M-Code, Holley 2300-C List Number Font Type
Replies: 2
Views: 480

Re: 1962 M-Code, Holley 2300-C List Number Font Type

Hello,

Not sure if Ford or another supplier would have used the stamp to mark other components.

With respect to, "the carb build dates" please find the following.

DateCodeFordPNHolleyListNo_JScott03162022.jpg

Hope this is of assistance.

All the Best,

Jonathan
by jrbudwig
Sat Mar 19, 2022 4:32 pm
Forum: 1961-1963 Thunderbirds
Topic: Restoration, Vacuum Check Valve Assembly P/N: B9MF-19A563-A
Replies: 6
Views: 1916

Re: Restoration, Vacuum Check Valve Assembly P/N: B9MF-19A563-A

Hello, If you follow the link, http://www.vintagethunderbirdclub.net/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=15937&p=96700&hilit=Check+Valve+decal&sid=b8ef464aaa88dfcc23142870ae994a4b#p96700 ; "Stove" provides the following instructions, These are all done, ready for delivery. They turn...
by jrbudwig
Sun Mar 13, 2022 5:35 pm
Forum: 1961-1963 Thunderbirds
Topic: 1962 M-Code, Holley 2300-C List Number Font Type
Replies: 2
Views: 480

1962 M-Code, Holley 2300-C List Number Font Type

Hello Forum, Summary: Location of the Holley List Number stamp was previously discussed in the posting, https://www.vintagethunderbirdclub.net/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?t=19281 . Wanting to replicate the Holley List Number ink stamp many New Old Stock (NOS) 2V and 4V carburetor images with List Number in...
by jrbudwig
Fri Feb 04, 2022 6:20 pm
Forum: 1961-1963 Thunderbirds
Topic: 1962 M-Code, Manifold Inspection and Paint Marks – Casting Date Code 2B23
Replies: 4
Views: 590

Re: 1962 M-Code, Manifold Inspection and Paint Marks – Casting Date Code 2B23

Gentleman, Sorry for the delay! One of the many benefits that the forum offers is a depositary of history. Hello Scott, Thank you and great hearing from you again! Hello Ducksface, Thank you for extending the offer to chase any “m specific” parts that I may need – much appreciated! Don’t need any pa...
by jrbudwig
Sat Jan 29, 2022 5:24 pm
Forum: 1961-1963 Thunderbirds
Topic: 1962 M-Code, Manifold Inspection and Paint Marks – Casting Date Code 2B23
Replies: 4
Views: 590

1962 M-Code, Manifold Inspection and Paint Marks – Casting Date Code 2B23

Hello Forum, Summary: Inspection Marks and black engine Paint Remnants were observed on two separate Manifolds with a Casting Date Codes of 2B23 (February 23, 1962). History: Shortly after taking title to a 62 SR M-Code with a manufacturing date of March 1962, it was determined that a previous owner...
by jrbudwig
Fri Sep 03, 2021 1:15 am
Forum: 1961-1963 Thunderbirds
Topic: 1963 Thunderbird Sports Roadster
Replies: 7
Views: 957

Re: 1963 Thunderbird Sports Roadster

Hello,

Referencing the VIN 3Y89Z143848, additional information maybe located at http://tbird.info/registry/DataSheet_li ... Z143848%29.

Hope this is of assistance.

All the Best,

Jonathan
by jrbudwig
Sat Jun 19, 2021 11:55 pm
Forum: 1961-1963 Thunderbirds
Topic: Rear view mirror location
Replies: 4
Views: 887

Re: Rear view mirror location

Hello David, In addition to the previous guidance, please find the following from pages 36-37 of the "1963 Ford Thunderbird Shop Manual Supplement, Form 7750-63." 1963ShopManualMirrorMountPg36_JScott06182021_0001.jpg 1963ShopManualMirrorMountPg37_JScott06182021.jpg Hope the above is of add...