Most Essential 1930s Ford V8 Mods to Make it a Daily Driver

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It may look factory fresh, but this 1936 Ford V8 sedan actually has quite a few modifications, changes designed to improve safety and serviceability. Despite these enhancements, Craig Cole’s vintage Ford is still largely stock, there’s a flathead V8, three-speed manual transmission, and mechanical brakes. Learn about the specific mods made to this classic Ford car, including the best ones and the upgrades that didn't work out. We'll also tell you the top five most important enhancements you should consider if purchasing or restoring an early Ford V8. *Products featured in this video:* _*Note: As an Amazon Associate, AutoEsoterica earns from qualifying purchases. If you buy something through our links, we may get a small share of the sale_ *LED Taillight:* https://amzn.to/4fE7XVB *Oil/Volt/Temperature Gauges:* https://amzn.to/3VXGOWw *Insulating Panels:* https://amzn.to/3PbGfEO *LED CHMSL Bar:* https://www.brakelighter.com/ *LED Headlights* - Not the Version Craig uses, but these look like an improvement: https://www.logolites.com/products/led-headlights-and-bulbs/led-headlights/focused-beam-led- headlights/ 🤑Like what you see? Support us on Patreon! It’s easy to do and free as affordable as you want: https://www.patreon.com/c/AutoEsoterica 📖Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction 00:29 – Why Make Modifications? 01:38 – 12-Volt Electrical System 03:22 – 24-Stud Flathead V8 Engine 04:33 – Dual Exhaust 05:20 – Crab-Style Distributor 05:56 – Model A Luggage Rack 07:25 – Cylinder Head Temperature Sensors 07:48 – Aluminum Timing Gear 09:24 – Adjustable Lifters 10:26 – Oil-Distribution Block 11:26 – Under-Hood Battery Terminal 12:19 – Serviceable Air Filter 13:30 – Holley 2100 Carburetor 14:50 – 3.78-to-1 axle ratio 15:50 – 1940+ Transmission Gears 16:27 – 1939 Ford Shift Lever 17:15 – 1937 Ford Steering Box 18:17 – Electric Wiper Motor 19:25 – Inline Electric Fuel Pump 20:24 – Tachometer 21:36 – Aftermarket Gauges 21:57 – “Hidden” Switches 22:29 – LED Headlights 22:52 – Fog Lights 23:03 – Turn Signals 23:20 – LED Taillights and CHMSL 24:29 – Heat and Sound Deadener 25:07 – Steel Roof Insert 25:38 – Brake Floaters 26:29 – Stickers 27:09 – Conclusions 📽️This video was produced by Pixel Shift Media. To make a little of your own audio-visual magic including videography, editing, motion graphics and design, visit https://pixelshiftmedia.com/ or contact executive producer Ben Sanders directly: bensanders [at] pixelshiftmedia.com.