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- Tue Apr 23, 2024 8:51 pm
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Gas mileage ?
- Replies: 21
- Views: 316
Re: Gas mileage ?
The milage on the 53 Customline with a flat eight with Henderson triple duals which gets 6-9 MPG OUCH !
- Tue Apr 23, 2024 4:27 pm
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Gas mileage ?
- Replies: 21
- Views: 316
Re: Gas mileage ?
My milage is between 12-14 mpg. When I had the 61 T Bird it was 7-10 mpg.
- Mon Apr 22, 2024 9:01 pm
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Setting Valve Lash
- Replies: 14
- Views: 240
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...
- Mon Apr 22, 2024 8:36 pm
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: 57 bird oil pan removal
- Replies: 18
- Views: 4887
Re: 57 bird oil pan removal
You should call Jewel Meets, He's has a few (920) 756-2549
- Mon Apr 22, 2024 8:29 pm
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Condenser failed.....................again
- Replies: 12
- Views: 137
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.....
- Mon Apr 22, 2024 8:05 pm
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Setting Valve Lash
- Replies: 14
- Views: 240
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...
- Mon Apr 22, 2024 7:32 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Starting motor question
- Replies: 17
- Views: 283
Re: Starting motor question
DID anyone mention the ground from the battery to the motor block? I just might be a loose ground connection....
- Fri Apr 19, 2024 9:29 pm
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Then and Now in Business?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 248
Re: Then and Now in Business?
I'am sorry to admit this, It's a throw away disposable world today. The young are not interested.
- Thu Apr 18, 2024 7:39 pm
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: 57 bird oil pan removal
- Replies: 18
- Views: 4887
Re: 57 bird oil pan removal
I found mine on EBay,
- Fri Apr 12, 2024 7:47 pm
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: '56 TB Garnish Kit Covering
- Replies: 4
- Views: 90
Re: '56 TB Garnish Kit Covering
Did you ask CASCO had any instructions on how to install the Garnish kit Before you purchased it ?
- Sun Apr 07, 2024 5:49 pm
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Convertible Top ?'s
- Replies: 10
- Views: 207
Re: Convertible Top ?'s
I would not do the install since yourself. Especially your nursing a hernia . Trying to install the swing arm is tricky and is heavy it takes upper to mid lower body strength to install although you will need a second pair of hands. My advice pay someone that knows how to install it.....
- Sat Apr 06, 2024 9:40 pm
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Tonneau Covers
- Replies: 26
- Views: 5572
Re: Tonneau Covers
My answer to the question is regardless how tight the Tonneau is made the water will seep inside.
- Sat Apr 06, 2024 2:18 pm
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Another Data Plate Decoding Question
- Replies: 10
- Views: 312
Re: Another Data Plate Decoding Question
God Bless Lois !
- Sat Apr 06, 2024 8:18 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Unable to verify Dealer Code on 1955 Production Code
- Replies: 9
- Views: 217
- Fri Apr 05, 2024 9:42 pm
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Unable to verify Dealer Code on 1955 Production Code
- Replies: 9
- Views: 217
Re: Unable to verify Dealer Code on 1955 Production Code
Now I need to : verify my production code Engine Code P= V8 312 OHV 4V Carb (215hp MT, 225 hp AT Assembly Plant F Dearborn Michigan Body Style H Thunderbird Body Type 40 A Thunderbird Body Paint Color Code Z Sage Green Interior Trim Code XF Green and White Vinyl Production Code 23BBF49 February 23, ...