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Reverse is typically non-synchronized, so it is engaged by sliding an idler gear between the main shaft and counter shaft. Straight cut teeth are...
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Also depends on suspension locator type. Parallel 4-bar could benefit, but with split bones, hairpins or ladder bars, the axles are the anti-roll...
A stock 302 has non-adjustable valvetrain. If the lifter is ticking, something is out of spec. The rocker studs are just pressed in and have been...
The power loss is from friction and rotational inertia. Thrust washers/bearings and unengaged clutch packs rotating with fluid film between them....
For a temporary outdoor booth, positive pressure doesn't need an explosion proof blower. If the booth is inside another structure, then negative...
2-3 flair is most commonly caused by one or more; loose intermediate band, excessive direct clutch clearance, low line pressure, sticky valve...
The M112 has a displacement of 112 ci, max rpm of 12,000. You didn't state engine displacement or max rpm, so I'll make generic assumptions. If...
Standard speedometers are designed to display 60 mph at 1000 rpm. Calculate driveshaft rpm from gear ratio and tire circumference, then you'll...
Measure across TDC, not BDC (110° + 114°). Convert crankshaft rotation to camshaft rotation (divide by 2). If you're wondering why use the wider...
Ford was still staking wheel studs to drums through the mid 70's until front drums ceased on light duty vehicles. '74 drum [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
WCZ-V1 is 8" open 2.79 28 spline '67-'70 Mustang/Cougar 8J- is the date code, year -68, month-Sept. day- 2.79 ratio 8 inch ring gear 930 factory code
Before I retired, calibrating the torque wrenches was part of my job. Assembly, Engineering and Test Lab had them. Assembly was mostly air tools,...
Each auto manufacturer had a trade name for their clutch disk limited slip differentials. GM Positraction (Positive-Traction on early versions)...
Vintage carbs may be a zinc alloy, typically Zamac (zinc, aluminum, magnesium, copper). Less porous than aluminum, but more expensive. Zinc...
90's pickup oil pan is rear sump. Of course, it is still front pump, so the pan is fairly deep all around. [ATTACH]
PEE -V11 is C4 behind 302 from '78 LTD II or Thunderbird. D8OP indicates a '78 LTD II. D25C is date code, April 25, third shift.
Make yourself a Faraday suit. Like a tinfoil hat, but everywhere. Electrically conductive, all pieces connected. Connect to ground for an extra...
The D4TE should have the reinforced main webbing that first appeared on the high performance and industrial blocks. Standard on left, reinforced...
I'm partial to the Darracq featured in this; [MEDIA] 1905 speed record car, 25.5L V8 200hp, did 175 kph (109.7 mph) in the flying kilometer,...
There must be an electrically conductive connection between cathode and anode. [ATTACH]
Looks like '64-65 Mustang. It appears the tag is still there, so that will help identification.
I have a similar set for Ford truck 351M/400. Has a Doug Thorley sticker on it. Picked them up cheap at a swap meet 20+ years ago. $400 seems like...
The previously linked alignment kit has pucks for the full-floater GN ends instead of standard semi-floating wheel bearings. Semi-floating...
FYI, don't get hung up on the casting number being "what it's from". Castings were used for multiple years across model lines, the casting...
Acquire some safety wire tools and have at it. [ATTACH]
The crankshaft. There is a designation on a counterweight. 1M, 1MA = 289 (28 oz-in) 2M, 2MA = 302 (28 oz-in) 2MAE = 5.0 (50 oz-in) The...
The 3 bolt damper is used with a passenger side inlet water pump, the 4 bolt with a driver side inlet pump. The timing pointer changes locations,...
Rockauto is a great source for looking up parts interchange.
I took some measurements on a '76 Lincoln Mark IV spindle I have so you can determine if this type would work for you. They are based on the 70's...
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