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Thanks, I figured out the problem. My truck has an aftermarket switch that has 3 positions for the key to move. I'm guessing its; on-off-run. In...
Do i need a diode for the alternator? I did not install one. From what i read that is probably the problem. I hooked up the exciter on the...
Thanks, Hussey your info really help out alot. The Hitachi is long gone i got a ac delco from local auto parts store and it went out as a core...
Looks like an L shape and has S L on the sides of each output. It is internally regulated.
The Alternator is just temporary while i get a gm one. I just thought i could use it since it fits ok. I plan of taking off the hitachi sticker...
I'm looking to convert my truck a 53 chevy 3100 from generator to alternator. I got a Hitachi alternator in my shed that i would like to see if i...
Finally i got a vacuum gauge to see what i cant find out about this motor. Just need some help to interpret the reading im getting. First off i...
That exactly what happened. I changed the spark plugs and did and oil change. It runs on 30PSI of oil pressure all day. The engine is running...
Not sure if i have solid or hydraulic lifter. Here is the # nest to the Dist F0417JC maybe someone can tell me.
Oil has collected everywhere including firewall, around valve cover and around headgasket. Il do another test with the oil in the cylinder to see...
Got a new compression tester and i got these readings- 1-125, 2-110, 3-108, 4-120, 5-125, 6-110. Next i plan on getting some new valve stem seals...
Brand new points are set to .021 with a feeler gauge. Use a large screw driver to do the function that the foot operated pedal would do. There is...
I tried hooking the compression tester to a compressor and there seems to be a problem with it. Hooked up the gauge directly and couldnt get the...
I checked the compression hose to see if anything was in there clogging the hose, nothing. The compression did move slightly maybe 2-5 psi. What...
Thanks for the help Engine man. When putting everything together from the thread you must be right. I also think the smoke is from the gas in the...
I think the gauge is faulty. I tried to do another test with the same gauge and now i can barely get the gauge to move(on all cylinders). I poured...
Alright so i went to auto zone and i got new spark plugs and borrowed a compression tester. I also set the timing just like the directions...
Could there also be such as thing as a "mismatch" with the 1958 235 and Rochester Carb/Fuel pump.
Ever since i got the truck the engine has been smoking like that. I compression test is the first on the list. True, no use in investing time in a...
Engine man, Its a different/good carb that got overhauled. Where should i start looking to make sure the carb i have right now is where it needs...
47-53 chevy 3800 1 ton dropped to the weeds. Where are they now?
At this point i think this motor has multiple problems. I have replaced the carb with another Rochester and it still smokes. Its been like that...
No, not yet, timing was set a while back with a light. I'l recheck it though. Are you supposed to line up the pointer in the bell with the bb on...
I have a 58 chevy 235 and it runs horrible, black smoke, shacking, misfires(pops from exhaust). Removed #1 spark plug wire and it killed the...
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