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Hi - that was what someone suggested - to rotate or reverse the hinges. They are not reversible. I have since learned of an outfit that rebuilds hinges (SMS) so that they close properly. Apparently the rivets and holes in the hinges wear over the years and they don't close all the way. I...

Carb Spacer Thank you - I finally got a gently used phenolic (brown plastic) spacer on Ebay. It is about 1/4 inch thick and had one vacuum port at the back. I would love to know what you have on yours! Art

Clock Repair I have not tried them yet, but there is a company called 'Clock Works' that advertising they fix most automotive clocks for about $ 50 with fast turnaround time. The Clock Works Good luck - let me know how YOU make out! Art

Hi - I haven't tried it yet. THe repair manual says to remove a set screw from the pod surrounding the clock assembly, and remove it. SOunds too simple to me! Wires, etc! I am afraid I haven't gotten much of a response to any of my questions on the forum, sadly.

I have torn down the top part of my FE 390 on my 67 hardtop to fix a few things - leaky valve covers, bad carburetor performance. I noticed the carb spacer says 'Mr Gasket' on it and just has one great big hole in the middle! Also, on further inspection, it appears that it is too tall (one...

Hi - the Ford repair manual says to remove the clock remove two set screws from the pod (inside the car) and remove. Do I need to disconnect the leads and lights from behind the dash first, or any printed wiring circuits or anything like that? I don't want to just yank iut out and damage...

re: hinges Hi - thank you for the quick reply! I'm not sure what you mean by rotate the hood and hinges as a unit? Thanks much! Art

Hi - My 67 hardtop has a hood that sticks up about 1/4 " above the fenders at the back where the hinges mount. This seems to be a common problem. The hinges are already lowered to the bottom position from what I can see. Any ideas? Thanks Art

Hi - my driver's door window (manual) won't stay up. You can push the window glass down. The passenger one is not like that. The regulator seems fine - not sloppy. Is there something that's supposed to hold the window up when you crank it up? THanks Art

Hi Bird men (and women) I would really love to get a set of Deluxe (Spinner) Wheel Covers for my 67 Glamour Bird - especially if I don't have to sell off an arm, leg, heart or lung to do it. Nice condition, or NOS would be great. Thanks Art (717-263-4123) or e-mail.