Need help on my project

[Craig S]

I have a 1945 ford pu with a 1953 flat head v8 in it.I have just finished putting the 45 three speed back in it, and gotten through all the problems that came with that. Now I have hit the last big problem, I hope. I had to put on a adapter plate on the 53 to put on the 45 transmission. So the question is what do I do to be able to put on the starter. The 53 had a shield covering the flywheel and also a bracket to attach the starter . Is there something I can get that will cover the flywheel and clutch as well put the starter on??

[Mitch]

Craig S, welcome to the VFF
I moved your post to the early V-8 discussion forum, as the feedback area is more for site issues and questions. I am sure someone here can help you out with your problem.

[Mitch]

Try giving Vanpelt a call
http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/f...s-adapters.htm

[BILL WILLIAMSON]

Craig,
Never did that particular hook up. First, start an extensive search on ADAPTORS. There WILL be something out there that can get you set up. Keep in touch with me---I'm Mitchs' Dad & an old addicted Hot Rodder.
A pic of your adaptor MIGHT help??
Looks like Van Pelt has he stuff you need. I just looked at their info. BEST to call them. You need to identify what stuff you're using, so they can pair it up with their correct parts.
Bill W.

[George Miller]

In the old days I think we used 49=53 Mercury flywheel housing. But I would do as Bill said.

[Tomo]

The 53 shield should be installed on the the 53 bell housing. You should be using truck water pumps, also.