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Theres lots of info on these engines if you search. I'm working on gathering parts for similar project. I think the best bet would be to look for...
Recently bought a set of American Daisy's, whose centers have 3 or 4 coats of paint over the years. Whats the best way to remove the paint without...
I agree. Its been reported many times that he did alot of his own head work, I'd like to know more about that, since it's the Buicks weak link. Marko
Generally just referred to as 3.7 Mercruiser. As mentioned above, some refer to them by horsepower rating, but that changed over the years, and...
Do a search, there is a huge thread on vintage midgets. Lots of cool stuff on it. Mark
For a period of time, around '72 or so, Ford used 302's that were cast in Mexico, they have "hecto en Mexico" cast in the block ( valley area, I...
You also might want to check with Delta Camshafts, in Tacoma, Wa. They regrind cams. Mark
Back 'round '64-'68 I used to live near Laguna Seca, there was a Ford Falcon roadracer, in class "A" Sedan, was great watching him mix it up with...
The old "Laguna Seca" road race track ( now Mazda Raceway ) is having a Porsche reunion there the first few days you are down there. A bit over an...
Do a search on this forum for 2.0/2.3 Pinto ( and Rangers ). Also lots of info on the 151 GM / 120 OMC & 140 OMC. The 151 started out in the...
Just watched ( again ) the silent movie "Wings", made in 1927. Starts off with a young man stripping down a Model T, making an open wheeled...
There had been quite a bit of info here on doing what you want. Check out the search function, and you should find all you need to know, and then...
I"m no expert, but I think here in the U.S. about $300. would be max for the original carbs, assuming that they will need a rebuild, and are not...
Street Rodder Magazine had a year-long series of articles about rebuilding a 401. It was about 8 years or so ago, and I've seen it on-line, but I...
I recall seeing the Torq Thrust's in very early 60's. You have a great looking '57. To me, the Torq Thrust's give a car more of a "street brawler"...
Narrowed '37 Ford truck. Jim's coupe has always been my favorite. After reading about its overheating with the BBC, SBC, I wonder why he couldn't...
The 390 has larger valves, they are farther apart c/l-c/l then the 331, so i think you need longer pushrods ( probaby 390 spec ). I have a set of...
My thoughts and prayers will be to Spc. Edgar Cardenas, 2/5, 1st. Cavalry. On Aug. 27, 2007 the Bradley he was driving hit a major IED. My...
Also, if you still cannot find the code on the block, IF it has the original trans, there is a tag on it that has a code to reference what engine...
I think they were only used on the factory drag cars, not the "production" super dutys or light-weight cars. I think the same scoops were also...
Welcoming my youngest son home after a tour in Iraq as a Cavalry Scout. He'd been hit by IED's 3 different times. NOTHING compares with seeing...
I'll take a set if you go into production. I assume they adapt '37-41 spindles to the Buick backing plates? Mark
The info I gave you is for the 3.7 four banger ( half a ford 460 ), not the old Chev II motor and its variations. Mark
Do you know that stock they are equiped with a Rochester 2 barrel ( some had rochester 4 barrels ). The intake in surrounded by a large water...
Sorry about the above, fell asleep at the keyboard!!! "... see how many confirmed advanced orders it would take for him to do it. Be pretty pricey...
In regards to your question about a finned alloy oil pan for nailhead, I am not aware of any aftermarket ones ever having been built. I've been...
There is a web-site called turbo diesel forum ( TDF ). Might check in with them. Mark
Some real good looking eye candy you have!! It oughtta really make your engine proud!! Mark
1966 WAS the last year, both 401 & 425's were available at that time. Not sure of first year of the smaller displacement units were, above info is...
Well, I don't have a good answer for you, but...I would imagine a stock '66 Riv would run in the 16 second area. Weighs maybe 4000-4500 lbs?? I...
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