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There is one around here with a GM 3.1L V6. The narrow 60 degree engine seems to fit without much surgery. The owner says it is fun to drive.
The mount and linkage to adapt the master cylinder looks to be well made. However, the linkage may not result in a proper pedal ratio. You will...
You will want to put the trap farther away from the compressor. The air is still hot when it exits the compressor and the water will not fall out...
It is '48 -'53 despite the head studs. Others can probably identify the water pumps to give better definition.
In 1962, I was either working on a hot rod or in my boat. [ATTACH] (Then there was also that high school thing.)
Smear some heavy grease on both sides of the gasket. Make sure that the surfaces of both the block and the heads are smooth, flat and clean....
Glad that you are both OK. It could have been a lot worse.
Small ports in the 265 heads. They might be better for fuel economy in low power situations but very limited in power potential.
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The picture in question was in Life magazine, April 1957.
The extension on the nose of the cam is to allow use of an early distributer on a later cam. There is an add-on adapter to do this.
I remember my father painting his 1940 Plymouth with the vacuum cleaner spray gun. Before he painted the car, it was a dull grey. After...
The "turn signals in the profile" style fender was on the 1953 Plymouth while the "round turn signal" style was used for the 1954 Plymouth. That...
1938 Plymouth speedometer. Other guages may be from a different year or model.
Left side, top of frame just inside the firewall foot. Here are some examples:[ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I do not think there was a DOT back when Ford was making tires.
The open drive tailshaft housing is worth something.
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'39 Deluxe coupe is certainly worth looking at.
Plan on replacing the clutch after the lessons are completed.
Take a look at these threads: Hot Rods - The Coleman Coupe? | The H.A.M.B. Coleman Coupe at Dover Reunion | The H.A.M.B. Event Coverage -...
Another possibility is to first register the car in New York state, then apply for a Mass title. You will need to list a New York address. New...
Go to George (Skip) Haney Coils and Pumps (skipscoilsandpumps.com)
Wow, what a great starting point. More photos please.
1937 or 1938 Plymouth or Dodge
Very nice! That is an interesting fan on the engine. Anyone know the source of the fan?
Lost an uncle due to a pit. He was walking across a service station bay and ........
I have two ultrasonic cleaners which I use for carbs. One is actually made for jewelry but it does a good job on the small parts.
Sad news. Lots of good times at Malta.
'68 Dodge "Racing Green" [ATTACH]
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