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- Fri Oct 08, 2021 8:09 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: 56 Continental kit-bumper alignment
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1020
Re: 56 Continental kit-bumper alignment
I had the same issue after changing to radials. The radials were a little larger than the bias ply they replaced and the bumper scraped the painted tire cover when tilted back. This wasn't a problem with the old tires. I used the chrome plastic edging (as shown in a previous response) on the bumper....
- Wed Sep 29, 2021 8:36 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Driver side floor condensation
- Replies: 38
- Views: 2977
Re: Driver side floor condensation
If you taste this moisture, is it sweet? That would indicate a coolant leak.
- Thu Aug 26, 2021 7:53 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: 55 virgin drive.! Floor hot, heats up when parked
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1212
Re: 55 virgin drive.! Floor hot, heats up when parked
Regarding radiated exhaust heat thru the floor. Someone on the TBird forum mentioned an exhaust supplier who puts the mufflers nearer the rear of the car, not directly under the seats. Perhaps where the resonators are normally located?
- Sun Aug 22, 2021 7:54 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: What a difference a watt makes...
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1743
Re: What a difference a watt makes...
Every victory is great! Did you ground the new flasher? Many folks here say they need to be.
- Tue Aug 17, 2021 8:19 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: 55 ignition not working on start
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1963
Re: 55 ignition not working on start
You can rebuild the solenoid very easily. There are NOS and new rebuild kits available. These kits usually include a new plunger, cap and contacts, which are the parts that normally fail. However, if the windings are fried you'll need a whole new solenoid.
- Sat Aug 07, 2021 7:31 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: New member hi to all and info on my '57...
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1498
Re: New member hi to all and info on my '57...
WOW Sounds like most of these modifications are ones that many of the guys here want to / have made ... radial tires, disc brakes, EFI, alum rad and electric fan ... it's ready to roll!!. Good luck with the certification, I hear some of the European MOT's are real sticklers.
- Sat Jul 03, 2021 6:43 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Reviving old seals
- Replies: 3
- Views: 536
Re: Reviving old seals
WHITE!!! I'm disappointed in Casco. Hope the old ones work.
- Sat Jul 03, 2021 6:40 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Dataplate Decal
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1111
Re: Dataplate Decal
Is it a wet transfer or sticky back decal?
- Sat Jun 12, 2021 7:46 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: 57 starter bad?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1879
Re: 57 starter bad?
Sounds like a weak battery to me. Have you jumped a known good battery, say from your daily driver?
- Wed Jun 02, 2021 10:37 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Rummaging through the trunk
- Replies: 48
- Views: 6157
Re: Rummaging through the trunk
What I used to do to assist in re-aligning the trunk or hood on my 'less cars' (not the TBird or Caddy) is drill one 1/8" hole thru each hinge bracket and inside lid panel. When reinstalling, a couple of 1/8" drill blanks gets it near perfect.
- Sat May 29, 2021 6:58 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: 57 Repaint Project
- Replies: 19
- Views: 3067
Re: 57 Repaint Project
Looks great Mate!
- Mon May 03, 2021 8:10 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Rummaging through the trunk
- Replies: 48
- Views: 6157
Re: Rummaging through the trunk
On Ford products, the resistance of a sender unit increases as the fuel level drops (GM is opposite). Empty you should probably see something like 75 ohms. A full tank should show much less ... I'm guessing 5 ohms. Note: These numbers may not be 100% accurate, but you get the idea. I would check gro...
- Sun May 02, 2021 7:43 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: No Spark
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2257
Re: No Spark
Excellent points. If it turns out that this wire is causing the problem, be sure to replace it with one that has many fine strands inside, as this allows the wire flex more easily without breaking.
- Sun Mar 21, 2021 8:57 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Car cover
- Replies: 4
- Views: 899
Re: Car cover
It sort of depends on whether it's going to be stored inside or out ... but hopefully it's INSIDE for such a beaut!! I use a 100% brushed cotton fitted cover for winter storage. I clean the car thoroughly before hand as the cotton will pick up any grit and could scratch the paint .. your black paint...
- Sat Feb 27, 2021 8:50 am
- Forum: 1955-1957 Thunderbirds
- Topic: Brake fluid change
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2023
Re: Brake fluid change
I've heard from others that you may have to change the brake light pressure switch to a mechanical one. They say DOT5 may be corrosive to the original switch and the switch may not recognized the reduced viscosity. Whatever the reason, a mechanical switch would be more reliable and may be a good upg...