My 1953 Ford Customline is overheating. It's a v8 Flathead. The thermostats are out and the rad is good.

Does anyone have any idea where I should look next? Summers' almost
over and I want to drive her!

 

Your 1953 Ford Flathead needs thermostats to slow the water in the system so the radiator can cool it. I recommend 160* thermostats, these seem to be the lowest ones you can find. If you haven't had your radiator dipped and cleaned I would recommend that also.