| Smayzak | -- 07-12-2026 @ 3:07 PM |
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Hi guys, I inherited a 1940 Ford pickup from my Dad and my goal is to get it running again. But, I know nothing about it as he bought it and then it sat for many years in his shop. Anyway, I am trying to figure out what goes where the paper towel is at in this picture. Help please! On a side note, how do I tell what type of engine is in it? I’ve looked for a stamp and cannot find one.
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| kubes40 | -- 07-12-2026 @ 3:12 PM |
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Welcome! The mechanical fuel pump goes where the toweling is. It appears an electric pump was installed, and the authentic mechanical pump was bypassed. If you post more photos, we can identify what engine is in your truck. There are no stamps to identify the block. I'd like to see a photo at the front, looking down between the distributor and block. Also, a photo of where the intake manifold (properly termed "valve chamber cover") is bolted to the block. Mike "Kube" Kubarth This message was edited by kubes40 on 7-12-26 @ 3:15 PM
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| Smayzak | -- 07-12-2026 @ 3:22 PM |
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Thank you for the quick response. Here are a few photos of the engine.
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| cpipp01@aol.com | -- 07-13-2026 @ 7:03 AM |
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Check in the V8 Clubs online Store. The 1940 & 41 Ford Trucks Booklet Has a lot of info. Cost $10.00 plus postage, see attached.
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| Smayzak | -- 07-13-2026 @ 11:00 AM |
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I have one that came in the glovebox!
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| kubes40 | -- 07-13-2026 @ 6:12 PM |
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The engine appears to be correct for your '40. There are a number of things that are not correct. If you'd like my help with this project, I'm here for you. Mike "Kube" Kubarth
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| Smayzak | -- 07-15-2026 @ 11:49 AM |
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Yes I will take all the help I can get!! What are your recommendations? I currently have the fuel tank pulled out as it was very rusty inside. Trying to see if I can get it cleaned out and resealed before buying a new one. I plan on draining all the fluids and replacing them. I have new spark plugs ready to go in. I plan to get new wires and replace hoses.
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| kubes40 | -- 07-16-2026 @ 6:23 AM |
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I suppose it may be best if you asked specific questions.... I promise to answer all to the best of my ability. You may be best served to email me directly as I check that each day. What are your plans with this truck? Restoring it to original specifications? Making it a "driver"? From the little I have seen, it appears you have a rather nice vehicle. Please enable you private messaging on this forum. Mike "Kube" Kubarth This message was edited by kubes40 on 7-16-26 @ 6:23 AM
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| Smayzak | -- 07-16-2026 @ 10:53 AM |
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I want to make it as stock as possible. I'd like to use the engine that's in it. I have another engine that came with it to "hot rod" it out but I don't want to do that. Basically I want to get it running, take it to car shows, on club drives etc. I enabled PM's. Thanks! Thank you!!
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| kubes40 | -- 07-17-2026 @ 5:33 AM |
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PM not working as yet... Mike "Kube" Kubarth
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| ford38v8 | -- 07-17-2026 @ 7:59 AM |
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Mike, everyone benefits from the Forum’s questions and answers. Your messaging secret sauce defeats that purpose. Alan
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| GK1918 | -- 07-19-2026 @ 8:18 AM |
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Oh I see on the carburetor is a carburetor that supply's fuel to a South Wind heaters oven.
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