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I currently live in Georgia, what area was the car from?
Are HyLift Johnsons, made in Muskegon, MI, a better product than Johnson Lifters made in Taylor, MI? I thought the Johnson lifter people were...
I am now looking at the Edelbrock 2122 cam and lifter kit. The cam specs are close to what I have been looking at in Howard's or Comp Cams. Any...
I'll look at the Johnson lifters more. I saw lots of Ford roller cam lifters on their website. It has crossed my mind that a new set would have...
Looking to re-ring & bearing an old A code 289 and would love to have a better flat tappet camshaft. The car is a beater and identifies as a...
Beautiful! Kaunis! Vakker!
Love how you did the door/window frames.
A non-HAMB friendly Ford Motorsports E303 cam is my go to for the Windsor roller motors.
Advance and O'Reilly's carry them in blisterpack form, I used a set in just about every build. They let me know when my Chinese Alternator is not...
No lie, I just had a spark or red hot BB go into my ear canal while welding exhaust on my NON-HAMB friendly truck. I was laying on my right side...
Did you sew a backing to the Mexican Blankets? I find they will hold up better when sliding in and out of the vehicle if you stich material behind...
What process are you using for adjusting the valves? Also check the oil for any "glitter" on the oil stick.
Finnish is almost like Norwegian which is almost like English so basically I don't know what you're saying in the video.
Rings and head gaskets cost more than a 350. All other parts were about the same price. I used 40-over forged pistons, 300hp 327 cam, Winters...
To remain thrifty, I'd look for the compression you want in the heads over shaving the block and heads. Smaller chambers and a shim head gasket....
I'm a scallops fan but that wasn't the question asked. Flames and pinstripes used sparingly.
Loyds, At least you caught the mistake. Someone somewhere would have "Made" those parts work in the engine and had a huge failure upon start up. :eek:
I have not used citric acid, but have with good results used vinegar. A big tote or Rubbermaid container works well. Just don't be in a hurry.
I am following this thread. Good looking project!
I am gathering parts for an un-HAMB-friendly chassis swap soon. I have a long wheel base Alphabet-Number donor chassis waiting to be used,...
I love that car. It makes my '51 Dodge look so un-stylish. :)
That looks awesome! Keep us updated.
Wow! Looks great.
Any updates with the top chop?
Do you have Ford starter solenoid or continuous duty relay? The can look the same.
How cheap are you looking for? $8? We dispose of at least a gallon of mixed paint a day. Should I save the scraps and paint my car with free...
I love to paint. I hate the prep work. When I do paint, at home I use Summit Racing Paint. At work we have switched from PPG to the Sherwin...
I'm not familiar with the term catwalk on a chopped top. Can you explain?
Wow, that's going to be a whole different car!
The Edelbrock 600 and the HEI are great for a daily diver. IMHO
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