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The originals are taller and are two piece. I've converted one using a modern filter but had to open the carb hole to fit the new diameter , drill...
I don't think it's for a bike or a car. It appears to be an old railroad conductor/engineer utility light, like a flashlight ,before batteries...
This why they call 'em "Hot" Rods. There are a few basics that you probably know already but will repeat for "make sure" points: 1. Best fan is a...
Any tool that will give me that home built look instead of that $350,000 Riddler Award look is what I need. You can't beat the look of hand made...
Funny you mention the one way valve. I was looking at my parts bin yesterday and there was one I used on an older project. Aircraft type. Worked...
I have a tri power set up on my 50 Olds convert w/ J2 built by Ross in Ohio. Starts at the push of the button everytime. But he set it on the dyno...
Good question, havent had a light on it for awhile. But I usually run it a bit advanced for better off the line performance an keeps the heat...
Will check this next week when I get to the car. Thanks
Thanks! It's an option.
My brother had a hard start with his 94's on a 331 Caddy which operated on a straight linkage. he solved the problem with progressive linkage and...
I think that is the problem but something is getting in the way of filling the damn carbs up with fuel or I'm not performing a proper start...
Hi ClayMart: It's a typical electric choke set up, operated electrically. It works properly i.e., closes properly and once started it will react...
Hi djust: Thanks, something to consider.
Hi Dan: I turn on the pump a let it pump for a half minute or so, then I pump the pedal "alot!" , let it sit for a few minutes then start to turn...
I have a new crate 350 truck motor. Low compression 190 hp (est) in my 36 Ford roadster. On it is a tri power set up as follows: Early Offy intake...
Thanks to all on this problem.I'll run it by Joe Hunt as well as Master Power. I'll post any resolution other than high rpm fix.
I have a Joe Hunt Mag/dist in my 40 coupe. Had it for years now. I'm perplexed about one problem. They recommend a NAPA ICR 5500 ballast resistor...
Has anyone converted from a 350 to a 200 4r in a 40 ford? Want to know how much trim work needed in the X member. Excpet for the pan, they look...
The pictures are great and really bring me back to "the day". I have 3 cars, a 36 roadster thats got "the look"... chopped 2", layed back top and...
Ok , I know someone out there has installed a 605 PS Box in a 49 or 50 olds. I would like to know any and all points that you can give me so I...
OK...I joined!...I'm 63, a retied exec, a hot rodder since i was 12 and building since I got out of VN back in 1968. Have an older brother who...
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