After doing some research it sounds like adding a PCV valve on one of the valve covers might help some of the leaking issues.
Out for a little spin. I ended up putting the second pair of valve covers on it so the breather would have a better fit until I can get the grommets posted earlier. Also installed a pcv. It may have helped somewhat with the backspray but I think this big finned breather is just too open and oil is dripping out of the bottom. The car is fast and loud though. Just how I like it. B
Read both of these: http://www.fordmuscleforums.com/all-ford-techboard/475686-pcv-system-302-a.html And this: http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/302-ford-eng-do-you-need-a-pcv-valve.623257/ Had problem with valve cover gaskets too,Fel-Pro and Mr. Gasket cork swapped to these and added baffles and problem solved http://www.ebay.com/itm/FORD-MUSTAN...ash=item35f1de95c9:g:aawAAOSwEetV-gm5&vxp=mtr Still get some oil around the breathers so will add a hose to the underside of the air filter to complete the system.
Check your connections to the Carb with this http://www.laroke.com/larryk4674/2009/AFB_Rebuild_Guide.pdf
Don (rustyfords) had a similar problem with idle as you with his 5.0 I advised a metering rod change and it worked this would be what you would want: http://quadrajetparts.com/primary-m....html?osCsid=f2e232cf61558f146dac585b9b9888db If the cam has a rowdy lope you should get the spring kit listed there too.
Jeff, thank you so much for all the info and links to everything. Im always impressed with your willingness to help others on here. With this info I'm confidant that i will solve my issues. I'll post up my results when its done.
Don just posted with swap to 3:31 rear gears and the AOD he got 24 MPG average on a 700 mile road trip. Also donor engine was a '93 Mustang 5.0.
I've got a flat spot in one of the tires that creates a bad shake at around 65mph so until I get a new one I've been staying off the freeways. Car runs good now. I took it to a local show and was greeted by everyone there with welcoming smiles. They all liked seeing a younger guy driving one of these.
I don't know if he is on here but pretty sure you follow 53cvictoria on IG. I keep seeing a similar color combo on your 52. I love a very mild custom like this. This and your's keeps pushing me every day to get my 54 Skyliner up and going.
Ya I know that car! Definitely some inspiration for my build. That's what it's all about man, just keeping the motivation up and keeping these old cars on the road!
Just a little update, I found out my rims were actually pretty out of round. I needed at least 2 new ones. Somehow I ended up with 4 rims and some 6.70-15 super cushions on my credit card statement. I blame it on my sickness.
Well,your not alone. I think we all have it! Those are going to look great on your car by the way. Sent from my SM-G900R4 using H.A.M.B. mobile app
After and before. My turning radius is gone now, and I'm riding about 1/2" higher, but I like how they fill up the wheel wells better now. Anyone think the 4 1/4" whitewall is too big???
I agree that the whitewall is a bit thick. But I wouldn't worry too much about it until it's time to replace...unless, of course, the driveability is seriously affected by the new tire size...
I think the white walls look great the other hubcaps showed a little more wheel which is a nice touch with them being red imo. Nice build man keep it up
I would raise the front just a little higher if it was my car, i like the raked look and you can turn around little better and ride a little better, but in the end its your car enjoy it the way you like looks great!!! By the way Deftones is a great band [emoji6]
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