Part of the front cover and first coupon are missing. Vintage motor fuel ration book motor car 15012200cc complete and unused 1966. The 3speed manual could be ordered with an overdrive unit which greatly increased the fuel efficiency of this car at higher speeds. Triumph tr6 trophy the desert sled silodrome triumphtr6trophydesertsled. The thunderbird is a rear wheel drive convertiblecabriolet motor vehicle with a front mounted engine, sold by ford. To purchase simply click the buy it now button next to the product and within a few minutes you can be putting your new manual to work for you. In 1945, after the war finished, petrol for private use did become available, although it remained rationed until 1950. Aug 01, 2007 when alan bought this car four decades ago, it had the original 312ci yblock v8. What is the mpg of the 1957 ford thunderbird with its original engine. Ford thunderbird 1957, fuel tank lock ring by spectra premium. The ford thunderbird tbird is ford motor company car that had long lasting 11 generations during 19552005. Motor fuel ration book, 1957 stock image c0427086 science.
Say it would get such and such mpg if it had such and such an engine. And in february of 2016, this thunderbird hit the road as a clean, bodyoff restored classic that wraps alloriginal sheetmetal around a roster of original components. Interestingly petrol is referred to as motor spirit on the tokens. Find the perfect motor fuel ration book stock photo. The organisation of petroleum producing countries opec imposed an oil embargo on western countries which had supported israel during the arabisraeli yom kippur war. Below you can see a distribution of the fuelups with 0 outliers 0. T 9350 fuel pump for 195519561957 ford thunderbird t9350. In response to fordconducted surveys two major changes were made to attract potential buyers. When alan bought this car four decades ago, it had the original 312ci yblock v8. Petrol coupons and motor fuel ration book issued to key workers in 1973 during the fuel crisis when petrol was in short supply. I have a motor fuel ration book ref lh6 806166 completely. Nov 22, 2009 what is the mpg of the 1957 ford thunderbird with its original engine. If you have been looking for a classy looking cruiser to set yourself apart from the crowd, this beautiful thunderbird will do it. Motor fuel ration book, motorcar 1101 1500 cc 1956 1957 suez crisis.
This amazing car has all books and records, steel flares and had a professional slant nose conversion. The car went from idea to prototype model in less than one year. Whether its regular maintenance or timely repairs, you can count on our replacement fuel system parts to keep your 1957 ford thunderbird at peak performance. Below you can see a distribution of the fuelups with 4 outliers 3. Ration book containing a selection of coupons for one, two and. T 9350 fuel pump for 195519561957 ford thunderbird. High quality niterne plated steel gas tank with 3year warranty applications. Must remove fan to put wrench on crankshaft bolt, and have not done this. I have a motor fuel ration book ref lh6 806166 completely unsused is this worth anything. The first generation of the ford thunderbird is a twoseat convertible produced by ford for the 1955 to 1957 model year, the first 2seat ford since 1938. Apr 08, 2007 1957 thunderbird what weight motor oil. Nov 12, 2010 check out dave linigers 1957 ford thunderbird.
A common ration book fraud was the ration books of the dead being kept and used by the living. The raven black and red combination is a timeless favorite among classic car enthusiasts. Chuck daigh drove race prepped tbirds in 1956 and 1957. When introduced, it created the market niche eventually known as the personal luxury car. The raven black and red combination is a timeless favorite among classic car. Motor fuel ration book x3 c1973 property of her majesty. Oil recommendation 56 thunderbird bob is the oil guy. The vintage 1957 thunderbird shop manuals listed here are digital versions of the original thunderbird oem repair manual that were used by the ford trained auto mechanics in a new car dealers work shop to guide them through repairs and maintenance. Belt slips when turning fan and will not turn engine over. Vintage motor fuel ration bookpetrol coupons 1970s good condition. The device allows the pinion gear of the starter motor to engage or disengage the flywheel of the engine automatically when the starter is powered or when the engine fires, respectively. Immediately embraced by everyone but sports car purists and ford accountants, it remains among the most beloved and most coveted of all american cars. I have a motor fuel ration book dated 15012200 and the number displayed is nh3721995. Motor life sept 1957 thunderbird goliath 1100 gm small.
Visit your local autozone store to speak with our helpful staff and learn more about your daily drivers fuel system. Museum quality art prints with a selection of frame and size options, canvases, postcards and mugs. Every time you replace the fuel tank or fuel pump module, dont forget to change the fuel tank lock ring that secures the fuel pump module to the fuel tank. The e books listed on this page can be downloaded online immediately. Each book contains 6 months of coupons which authorise the furnishing and acquisition of the number of units of motor fuel specified on the coupons for a. Celebrating thunderbirds 45th anniversary, this book covers all years between 19551997, with photos of the new 2001 thunderbird as well. British motor fuel ration book for motor car 10011500cc 1957.
Apr 22, 2010 the 1957 thunderbird did not have a fuel injection option. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. Gateway classic cars of scottsdale is excited to offer this beautiful 1957 ford thunderbird for sale right now at our arizona showroom located in. The old adage, success has many fathers, but failure is an orphan, could well have been coined for this weeks subject. In the late 1940s the conservative party exploited and incited growing public anger at rationing, scarcity, controls, austerity and government bureaucracy. Powering the ford thunderbird is an overhead valve, 5.
Little bird restoration restoring a 1957 thunderbird. The standard 1957 thunderbird engine was a 292 cubic inch v8, rated at 212 horsepower and supplied only with the 3speed manual transmission. Rebuilt by c4 hot rods, this tbird has a built c6 automatic transmission, 514ci ford racing engine. Your fuel pump ensures that your relief valve only opens as much as is required so that extra fuel isnt wasted. All manufacturer names, symbols, and descriptions, used in our images and text are used solely for identification purposes only.
They are installing a fuel filter and fuel pump at no charge. View larger image motor fuel ration book for motor car 1100 c. Ford thunderbird books, calendars, and other reference materials of interest to thunderbird enthusiasts. British motor fuel ration book for motor car 10011500cc 1957 vouchers cxy687 from alamys library of millions of high. Get a free battery charging and engine diagnostic testing while you are in store.
Books such as this were issued by the british government to combat petrol shortages during the 1973 oil crisis. The thunderbird was fords refined response to chevrolets crude corvette. Buy a 1957 ford thunderbird fuel tank at discount prices. Restoring a 1957 thunderbird that hasnt run for 40 years. Choose top quality brands action crash, spectra premium. Order ford thunderbird fuel tank sending unit online today. Check out 57tbird 1957 ford thunderbird in roswell,ga for ride specification, modification info and photos and follow 57tbirds 1957 ford thunderbird for updates at cardomain. Standard catalog of thunderbird, 19552004 by john gunnell. I am thinking about selling an unrestored 1957 ford thunderbird roadster, it has the 312 v8, detachable white hardtop with portholes, automatic on the floor, 980108 original miles. Motor life sept 1957 thunderbird goliath 1100 gm small cars best customs. Thunderbirds through the years links ford thunderbird early corvette competitor the ford thunderbird was manufactured by ford motor company in the united states over eleven model generations from 1955 through 2005. Make offer vintage motor fuel ration book motor car 15012200cc complete and unused 1966. We lived opposite a petrol station and i remember the queues, i was only 11 years old at the time.
Rubber oring and lock ring for sending unit packaging. Most people today think of the rationing of goods to be solely confined to the period covering world war ii and the period shortly after. Among the other changes were new color options, fiberglass roof, 5. There were some special built race cars by ford that are even different than these. Image of motor fuel ration book, serial no lh 553685, 1973. Since the very beginning tbird has been marketed as a personal car not a sports one like corvette. Ration book containing a selection of coupons for one, two and three units of motor fuel petrol, shown with cover open. Shop fuel tank for your classic 19551957 thunderbird at.
Now that i can turnover junos motor manually, the next steps are to get the engine in condition to turnover with the starter and ultimately to start and run for short periods of. Used, motor fuel ration book, motorcar 1101 1500 motor fuel ration book, lovely little book for any collector, its in remarkable condition and obviously never been used, has all the relevant pages in it. Details about motor life sept 1957 thunderbird goliath 1100 gm small cars best customs. The second generation ford thunderbird also called square bird was produced by ford for the 1958 to 1960 model years as a successor to the popular 19551957 twoseater. Home sending units pump assemblies ford thunderbird. By 1957 it was decided that it was not enough for the bike to go like the. T 9864 choke to manifold nut for 1955 ford thunderbird t9864 19551957 ford thunderbird fuel and carburetor system 19551957 ford thunderbird fuel and carburetor system. Available for sale by the motor masters is 1957 ford thunderbird. Rebuilt by c4 hot rods, this tbird has a built c6 automatic transmission, 514ci ford racing engine, weld wheels, a custom leather interior, custom.
It became known as the triumph desert sled, a moniker that stays with the model to this day. Hi all i have a 1957 ford tbird with fordomatic and 312 engine. Little bird restoration restoring a 1957 thunderbird that. I seem to remember this being given to me in the early sixties when i. Petrol rationing was in force in britain for five months following the suez crisis of 1956. There are so many variables when trying to determine worth on classic and collectible cars.
Motor fuel ration book for sale in uk view 34 bargains. Petrol rationing was in force in britain for five months following the. And, how high could the mpg be for the same car if you added the best engine possible without having to do a lot of overhauling for the car, etc. Standard motor products fm728d standard motor products carburetor rebuild kits. No book or comparable vehicle can establish what yours is worth. Has workshop with benches, sleeper, ramp, extra fuel tank, new paint, tires, aluminum wheels. Three individually numbered motor fuel ration books from the the early 1970s probably issued during the oil crisis.
The ford thunderbird is a coupe with 2 doors and a front mounted engine which supplies the power through the rear wheels. It is neither inferred nor implied that any item sold by is a product authorized by or in any way connected with any vehicle manufacturers displayed on this page. T 9864 choke to manifold nut for 1955 ford thunderbird t9864 1955 1957 ford thunderbird fuel and carburetor system 1955 1957 ford thunderbird fuel and carburetor system. Jul 04, 2009 the old adage, success has many fathers, but failure is an orphan, could well have been coined for this weeks subject. Feb 12, 2016 to do this, i took a small tubing cutter and cut the fuel line from fuel tank tube a few inches before the flexible fuel line that goes into the bottom of the fuel pump. Following shows the average mpg of each of the 3 vehicles in the system. Ford thunderbird fuel tank sending unit best fuel tank. Dec 09, 2011 i have a motor fuel ration book ref lh6 806166 completely unsused is this worth anything. It was developed in response to the 1953 motorama display at the new york auto show, which showed the chevrolet corvette. In 1967, he swapped in a 401horse 61 390 tripower bigblock with a fourspeed top loader and 4.
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