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I got the motor mounts built and in place. I'm satisfied with how it turned out...and just enough clearance between the exhaust manifold and the...
Thanks, I'll check that out.
It's a Olds 455, 1973 with a TH-400. Fortunately, the whole thing fits very well (except for the steering box issue).
Just to make sure I got this right...a couple of degrees tilt down in the rear of the engine? Thanks for the good info everyone...I'll get on it.
Hey all, Stuffing a 455 in a 56 Studebaker Goldenhawk. This is my first time putting a motor other than original back in a car. So, a couple of...
Ah ha. I see what you mean. Well, should I just re-use my old ones?[ATTACH]
They were pretty corroded along the shanks and the bolt heads were not a very true octagon any more. I bought same size standard black oxide grade...
Thanks guys...all good and helpful info. And what about cleaning and painting the head? Im thinking that's a personal preference kinda thing....
They look really good and no ridge, basically, other than a little crud. The car has 47 k miles on it. Verified by the owner. I rescued it...
My first ever flathead and looking for advice about what I should do before I put the head back on. Its on a 50 Dodge inline 6 cyl. Sat for many...
Got em all loose. And you guys were right...lots of penetrating oil and patience.
Nope, not doing that! Just carefully putting a screwdriver in the gap between lifter and valve stem and and tapping (coaxing) a little lift. Then...
Hey rustydusty. I spotted your car on a different post. Meadowbrook or coronet? Good day today. There are only 3 stuck valves, turns out, and all...
Sounds like a good plan. Ill give it a try today. Thanks much.
Hey all. Got a hold of a 1950 Dodge Meadowbrook that's been sitting for many years. Just starting to dig into it. Turning the engine by hand it...
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