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My stepmum had a 64 XM wagon, 170ci 3 speed column shift wagon similar to this. First manual car I ever drove more than just back and forth in the...
Yeah, mine’s broken. But I’m working on a plan to get the little sbc running again on a tight, I mean like a fishes bum tight, budget. But so...
In New South Wales you can register a car that’s over 30 years old and is in “standard” condition for way less than regular registration. You must...
I did a compression test, but results were pointless as the amount of oil in each cylinder gave me false readings of 150psi. But, when compressed...
Well Hello to everyone again, turns out I might have had valve stem seal problems, I might have worn valve guides, but when I unhooked the pcv to...
When hot 2 strokes can exhibit signs of crank seal failure. Then they run super lean. Then they burn out pistons. Then they get thrown away. Ask...
Well Hello to all you Hambers, a big thank you to all who replied with suggestions and tips on my question. I finished of re-installing the valve...
Hi “squirrel”, sorry I haven’t responded sooner. Thanks to your and @Pav8427 replies I’ve rechecked 4 out of 8 cyl and found 2 inlet valve o rings...
I didn’t get any doohickey (luv that word now!) when I bought the umbrellas. I was very careful when I installed them though. Lots of motor oil...
Hi “Pav8427”, I’ll get some pics uploaded when I get back to the garage. Next couple of days will be driving my father in law to and from hospital...
Hi “Kerrinzl, has that engine got staggered valve cover bolts? That’s also something unusual about these heads. I’ve been told that long after GM...
Hi “Algoma56” thanks for the info. I checked out the thread at it confirm was what @Pav8427 and @squirrel posted. It confirms that my first...
Hi “sdluck” thanks for your reply. If this doesn’t work, the intake gaskets is my next step. Cheers and thanks again.
Hi “Pav8427”, thanks for your reply. I have gone back into the garage this morning and pulled the valve springs again and have followed the...
Hi “Oneball”, I’m really hoping I can put off getting the guides done. It really wasn’t smoking that much before I started all this, now wishing...
Hi “garyf”, I’m only using the rubber “ford” type umbrella seals so did not have the little plastic doohickey that comes the positive GM type...
Hi Kev, thanks for the info. I always thought that the umbrella seals made the o rings unnecessary but that apparently only applies to the...
Great looking project. Good luck with your search and getting this great car back on the road.
Hi Everyone, this is the first time I’ve posted a technical question on the H.A.M.B. so my apologies if I’m not as clear as possible. Here goes....
I’m not sure what the future of “traditional” car shows is around me here. Most shows around me, including those that invite hot rods, customs,...
Thank you for posting the great photos. Great to see these cars before they are surrounded by admirers.
Can anyone tell me how I can get Swiftys pics? All I get is big ❌
Hello All, I thought I’d share some photos I took at the All American Day held yesterday (Sunday 19th Jan) hosted by NSW Mustang Owners Club. This...
Just a thought. YouTuber Mortske collects slots. Perhaps drop him an email. He doesn’t advertise anything. Car looks awesome!
Hello, from someone who’s been through a bushfire emergency here in Australia, I would like to let all Hambers,their families who are impacted...
Hi, I’ll be attending an event later this month that is for American cars only, so I’ll post what I can. A lot of stuff will probably be off topic...
Something not right about those rear tires.
Best wishes for your new project. I’m sure it’s going to be awesome.
Hi, I’ve bought some stuff from Outlaw, they are good too, don’t know why I didn’t mention them in my reply. Hope it works out. Just another...
Hey Harleyv89, I think as most people have already said, sounds like you been unlucky twice, and not all new pumps are that good anymore. I put a...
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