Drake's 1940 Catalog

Ford Flathead V-8

“335 HP FLATHEAD FORD V-8 PERFORMANCE

HANDBOOK” By Joe Abbin

Describes combinations for street and track engines. Complete build-up data including dyno results for normally aspired and blown. 8 " x 11" - 138 pages BK-128 $25.00 Bob says:

MECHANIC TRAINING These books are more involved on specific subjects. Exact reprints of Ford’s mechanic training book series. 1938-48 Fuel Systems - 5 " x 8 " - 64 pages AF-3675 $10.00 1933-47 Generating & Starting Systems 5 " x 8 " - 44 pages AF-3672 $10.00

“ This is by far one of the very best books on the famous Flathead. I wish I had it 35 years ago.”

“REBUILDING THE FAMOUS FORD FLATHEAD” by Ron Bishop 5" x 8¼" - 140 pages

“FLATHEAD V-8 BUILDERS HANDBOOK” by Frank Oddo A great “How To” book. The flathead is covered top to bottom, back to front and side to side. A “Where To Find It” section with contact info included. Basic to blown. 8 " x 11". 154 pages BK-114 $25.00

A basic rebuild book covering 1932-1953 including Mercury. Good specification and data tables are included. F-648-A $18.00

1932-53 Ford Cars & Light Trucks WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR FLATHEADS

“HOW TO HOP UP FORD & MERCURY V8 ENGINES” by Roger Huntington

A useful compilation of Ford factory wiring schematics which include part numbers, routing and color coding. The same illustrations and data provided to Ford service departments. Highly recommended for any restoration or flathead-powered hot rod. 8 1/2" x 11". 18 pages. DG-082 $10.00 each THE OFFICIAL 12-VOLT CONVERSION GUIDE

This is a reprint of a book published in 1951. It shows very good basics and gets into some exotic stuff too. 5 " x 8 ". 160 pages BK-103 $20.00

Includes everything you’ll need to know about upgrading your 6-volt system to 12-volt. Features great tips and facts on accessories, radios and stereos, resistance, generators, alternators, lights and Halogen headlights, dash gauges, voltage drops, polarity and much more. If you’re new to converting any 6-volt system to 12-volt, this is your source for understanding the many important aspects and choosing the right components for your own custom needs. It’s all about maximum electrical performance and safety. 5 1/2" x 8 1/2". 28 pages. CA-3200-4 $15.00 each

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