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Nickeleye · Nickeleye

Good Morning Everyone, I've been reading a lot lately about superchargers. I have a question.... Is compression just plain compression and doesn't matter how it got there?. Does a bottom end know in which way the compression was achieved? For example if you have a blown motor with a static compressi...

supernash · supernash

I'm scratching my head on this one guys. This truck had no whirl/noise etc from the tank/pump so I thought the pump was done. I kinda thought maybe froze up so left it in the shop to thaw over night. Next day it fired up fine but it wasn't soon after, the pump sounded like it was trying to pump gravel. I took it...

Livetodrive · Livetodrive

Many years ago when I was an apprentice, my boss told me to always check true top dead centre before installing a vibration dampener. The advice finally paid off on this 1970 351 Cleveland. It had apparently never run properly, lacked power, high fuel consumption etc. It looks like the factory bal...

Member with lathe needed · 77

Hey all , need a small job done . I,m making new wheels and axle for a small hunt camp trailer I have . I have two 2 ft long pieces of steel cold rolled that I need milled down about a 6 inch length to fit into the rims . . The round is approx. 1 inch dia and needs turned down IIRC about 60 thou . Any one near Barrie are...

Sniper · Sniper

I have a pickup that likes to slobber trans fluid during the winter months when it's parked for extended periods. Likely the O ring on the filler tube is the culprit, once the convertor drains back it makes it's way past, and to the floor making a big mess. This tip doesn't fix the drool, but it will contai...

henrys57wagon · henrys57wagon

My buddy won it on an auction and it is listed as C-450-DW. I looked up the number but could not get any info on it. We pick it up next week. Thanks

Sniper · Sniper

I run wide whites, and raised white letter tires, and have had my share of grubby smudges and brake dust to contend with. Tried a lot of the cleaners out there, the typical Simple Green, Fantastic, SOS, Scotchpads, bleach etc. etc. Even tried the so called commercial tire cleaner sprays, foams and so f...

Northern 52 · Northern 52

I have a crate 5.7 Vortec engine and for fuel lines have so far figured out I need -8AN and -6AN fittings (or JIC 8 and JIC 6) to connect to the existing engine fuel lines to the spider injectors, but then what? I picked up a new gas tank (2000 Sonoma replacement) that has what appear to be plastic push on conn...

Hot Rod 123 · Hot Rod 123

I wonder if anyone knows anything about a Ford-Smith two post hoist I got it and it was already taken down and I'm having trouble figuring out the low pressure air lines that operate the controls Anyone have a diagram of how it is connected? Thanks

Steves29 · Steves29

Any good guys in the Cobourg area good with convertible tops of the 70s?

Cuddles · Cuddles

Hello: I recently had a small, narrow screw brake in half while screwing it into my frame. It broke flush with the frame so I figured I should carefully try to drill it out. I was almost successful but then the drill bit broke flush with the frame. On the bright side, it is only a small drill bit but it s...

Cuddles · Cuddles

Hello: I am soon to paint the inside portion of my firewall in my 29 model A Tudor. It is my understanding that I should paint every surface to keep rust away and that I should also cover nearly every surface with insulation to deaden the sound and in this case, to keep engine heat out of the cab. So my que...

Mattmctree · Mattmctree

Not really hot rod related but I'm looking for some input. I'm changing all the gear oil in the diffs and tranny and t case on my 2009 Toyota Tacoma. and the manual calls for 75-90 but all I can locate at any stores is 75-90 synthetic. always heard that you can't use synthetic after using regular as it dama...

Mattmctree · Mattmctree

Any advice on cleaning out years of crud from cross members and frame rails. They are all boxed design and I can't get access to front or back as openings are welded in by P.O.. has anyone undertook cutting frames open for cleaning and then welding then back up again. I've got an old frame which I can pract...

hotrod-steve · hotrod-steve

Im looking for a fairly narrow 5 bolt chev rear end . Im thinking S10. can anyone tell me the backing plate to backing plate dimension?

Northern 52 · Northern 52

I'm having a difficult time determining the best reference point on a 4l60e transmission to measure the drive-line angle from. Can I use the top of the casing by the gear select electrical plug or is there a better spot? I had to hack the old 4.3 v6 mount out due to the installation of the 5.7 v8 engine. ...

Northern 52 · Northern 52

I can get the rad I need from Summit Racing in the U.S. but would prefer a Canadian source if possible for the same one or similar. Any ideas as to where I might get one or have one made? The Ideal rad is the Summit part number SUM-381324 or at least one with the same dimensions. -- Edited by Northern 52 on Tu...

markc · markc

I am thinking about converting my carb to EFI on a 275hp 350. I really like the idea of ease of start and idle. For those that have done it what system did you use, where did you source and anything else you want to share on it.

Northern 52 · Northern 52

After a long winter (and spring) lack of building progress, I finally got back to my chassis. To recap, I am installing a 1952 Chevy truck body on a 2000 Sonoma chassis. I lowered the engine into place last weekend to see how the engine and trans mounts will work out. With this year of truck, the engine...

Cuddles · Cuddles

Hello: I have to mount my windshield wiper motor in my model A Tudor soon if I am to pass a safety. Is there an exact position I should drill or does it just go wherever I choose? Thank you.

Cuddles · Cuddles

Hello again: I am researching the air bag systems and struts and cantilever and, well , the list goes on. I'd like to be able to lower my ride but still have a lot of research to do. Any advice? My ride is pretty open so I think a lot of options are open to me.

classsic · classsic

My 250ci six cylinder engine, in my 1981 Chev half ton, has a strange looking valve cover. Big humps on top that I assume is for all the engine pollution equipment at that time. I thinking I would like to re-paint it to clean up the engine. The colour is blue.... but is there a paint code for this blue? ...

hotrod-steve · hotrod-steve

I had a car painted last year in a urethane metallic and it has some orange peel. Just wondering if I can sand or buff it out and if so, how to go about it.Any help is appreciated -thanks Steve

classsic · classsic

I'm going to buy four new tires for my 1981 Chev pickup. The brochure says it came with FR78-15R tires??????? I am now running 235 R75 15. Do you think this is a good replacement size? Thanks

wuga · wuga

I am looking for some ideas for an overflow canister for the Bantam. I can't use anything glass or like a beer can. It must be traditional. It must be able to pass NHRA tech inspection It must be sealed except for the vent It must be able to mount on the passenger side of a Model A rad/rad shell. It probably n...

Homer · Homer

How do I identify the size of an Edelbrock card I think it is a 600 but want to make sure before I sell it

GhostPost · GhostPost

These are the numbers I got...and this is what I found....any more help appreciated. Cast # 3970010 which is 1968-1979 350, possible 2 or 4 bolt main, came in car, truck or vette 185hp-370hp Heads are 333882 which are 350-400 heads 1.94s/1.50 The other stampings on the front of block is where Id lik...

Cuddles · Cuddles

Hello: Please forgive my ignorance in these matters. I do not understand the measurements listed for buying rims. Perhaps it has something to do with converting from or to metric? Currently I have P20575R15 on the front and P23570R15 on the rear. This is on the rubber. I get that. But if I want to b...

Redneck Rydes · Redneck Rydes

Has anybody used a hidden antenna,can it be mounted under dash,hidden under body,any ideas?

Nickeleye · Nickeleye

I'm trying to learn something - I see lots of differing opinions when I read about the topic. I'm sure many here will also have different opinions as well - hopefully we can all discuss without any arguments. lol Battery disconnects and if the switch should be on the ground side or opposide ground side...

two tone 56 · two tone 56

Just got a notice from CPP that the pitman arm I purchased from them two years ago has been recalled,if you have installed one of their arms over the last few years you may want to contact them at 1-800-522-5004.

Randyr · Randyr

It shows way past full all the time. Pulled the power supply to the sender from the gauge and measured the voltage. It was 8 volts. Pulled the ground wire from the sender off at the ground post on the frame, put a voltmeter in series to the ground and got no volts. Sounds like the sender is pooched. Not looki...

ChrisW · ChrisW

Hi all. My name is Chris and I'll introduce myself by way of my background. After university, I tried a couple of jobs but ended up working for J Craft Boats in Pefferlaw, learning composites building these great boats. The company is gone now, although I do know of one shop that is still making one model...

Cuddles · Cuddles

Good morning all. I recently had a discussion with a friend who seems to know all there is to know about muscle cars. I mentioned to him that I hoped to one day put a blower on my 289. I confess, racing is not my cup of tea at all and my friend recognizes that I much prefer cruising to racing but I am build...

DJD · DJD

preferably in the scarborough / pickering area what I want to find is someone or a shop that can bend and flare a number of sizes of stainless steel line .. I don't want hoses , just some lines bent up I want to make copies of the o-e lines used for water and oil to my turbo , the steel line for my heater hose and...

Jeff66 · Jeff66

would like to fit one of the small denso type alternators to the SB Chevy. Also want to mount it low down. anyone done this? What brackets will I need, at the moment the alternator is up high. Ugly on a fenderless, hoodlles rod.

Hyper Henry · Hyper Henry

Starting to round up parts for my 38 Dodge pickup project that I will start on again this winter. Wondering what most do for steering columns, ignition switch/key, gauges etc. its going on a Dakota frame but no steering column came with it and dash is completly gutted. Was thinking of getting a univers...

Jeff66 · Jeff66

Anyone know what these are for? Some a hole sold me them, telling me they are SBC covers. well they don't fit my motor! -- Edited by Jeff66 on Thursday 24th of August 2017 05:43:10 PM

Gazoo · Gazoo

Long story short...I've recently committed to the purchase of a '56 Dodge truck sight onseen, because it has a 354ci Hemi with two deuces, it has the perfect hot rod look for my '38. The issue I have, is that the truck is in New Brunswick, I have to pick it up, and it's a 5 ton truck. I can't find any info on th...

2inchestoolow · 2inchestoolow

As a follow up to the other thread that lurks here somewhere, I thought I would post an example picture that clearly illustrates the rust removing power of feed grade molasses. This axel (yes, it's a tractor part) was put in the mixture about a month ago and forgotten...I never touched it until today wh...

Ike · Ike

Looking for 36 " threaded 3" black pipe with cast iron end caps in KW area .Ike Ike

hotrod-steve · hotrod-steve

Im thinking about a Crown Vic front end for my truck. Anyone know what years they came in? I think Im looking for the aluminum one that bolts in.

Cuddles · Cuddles

Good afternoon: I managed to acquire a cluster gauge out of a 1951 Ford F100. Would anyone happen to have a schematic for this instrument?

Bradshaw · Bradshaw

Hey guys looking for help on a bottom rad hose . I need a sharp 90 degree mandrel bend 1 3/4 inch. I have the hose coming off the water pump and the rad need to marry them together. Any other suggestion would be nice.

Pete Moss · Pete Moss

It's been a little quiet around here lately so I thought I'd post pics of a tool I just made (after screwing up my first attempt at installing one of the pressed-in SBC oil pump screens). The problem I had with the homemade "cutaway tube" installation tool is that it only pressed on one side of the oil pump...

ram1976 · ram1976

Hi, I'm a new owner of 1951 Packard 400, which has 1976 Dodge 440 engine. I found there is a leak from transmission pan and I'm not sure what type of transmission is there in order to get a new gasket. The car still have the column shift and it is automatic. Any help? thanks in advance.

Rockhauler · Rockhauler

Hi, anyone have knowledge with replacing a single phase electric motor with a VFD and a three phase motor. Looking for help selecting motor voltage and HP and then getting correct size VFD for a wood lathe to have variable speed. For starters the lathe turns too fast for out of balance rough blanks, l...

kruzr · kruzr

Hi , bought an 86 ford pickup , when try to start the truck , the ignition is so hard to turn ,almost need pliers to turn it so I can start it . I 've heard there is a problem with these , suppose to be an actuator in the column that breaks . Its a tilt column ,anybody ever run across this or changed one ? Is it a hard j...

Cuddles · Cuddles

Hello: I am anxious to get a quick release steering wheel hub for my ride but cannot find information I would consider credible on which make to buy and how much to spend. From the research I've done so far, it appears I can get a shallow (1") unit or a unit about 2" or 3" deep which is nice for me as I'd like to...

Cuddles · Cuddles

My brother-in-law tells me that because my engine is from 1966 when gas was leaded, I may now have to put in an additive every time I gas up. Please tell me, is he right?

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Supercharging vs NA Compression ratios (Preview) Good Morning Everyone, I've been reading a lot lately about superchargers. I have a question.... Is compression just plain compression and doesn't matter how it got there?. Does a bottom end know in which way the compression was achieved? For example if you have a blown motor with a static compressi...	Nickeleye	0	38	3 days ago by Nickeleye
	2008 Ford Escape fuel thing (Preview) I'm scratching my head on this one guys. This truck had no whirl/noise etc from the tank/pump so I thought the pump was done. I kinda thought maybe froze up so left it in the shop to thaw over night. Next day it fired up fine but it wasn't soon after, the pump sounded like it was trying to pump gravel. I took it...	supernash	8	196	5 days ago by supernash
	Sour Running Engine (Preview) Many years ago when I was an apprentice, my boss told me to always check true top dead centre before installing a vibration dampener. The advice finally paid off on this 1970 351 Cleveland. It had apparently never run properly, lacked power, high fuel consumption etc. It looks like the factory bal...	Livetodrive	3	215	February 5th by 77
	Member with lathe needed (Preview) Hey all , need a small job done . I,m making new wheels and axle for a small hunt camp trailer I have . I have two 2 ft long pieces of steel cold rolled that I need milled down about a 6 inch length to fit into the rims . . The round is approx. 1 inch dia and needs turned down IIRC about 60 thou . Any one near Barrie are...	77	0	126	January 30th by 77
	Got a Hot Rod or Bike that likes to drip and drool? Cheap and easy containment pan. (Preview) I have a pickup that likes to slobber trans fluid during the winter months when it's parked for extended periods. Likely the O ring on the filler tube is the culprit, once the convertor drains back it makes it's way past, and to the floor making a big mess. This tip doesn't fix the drool, but it will contai...	Sniper	6	353	January 28th by DJD
	Canox C-450-DW welder info wanted (Preview) My buddy won it on an auction and it is listed as C-450-DW. I looked up the number but could not get any info on it. We pick it up next week. Thanks	henrys57wagon	0	95	January 28th by henrys57wagon
	Whitewall cleaner....that works!! (Preview) I run wide whites, and raised white letter tires, and have had my share of grubby smudges and brake dust to contend with. Tried a lot of the cleaners out there, the typical Simple Green, Fantastic, SOS, Scotchpads, bleach etc. etc. Even tried the so called commercial tire cleaner sprays, foams and so f...	Sniper	10	499	December 23rd by Kent
	Plumbing a 5.7 Vortec with 4L60E (Preview) I have a crate 5.7 Vortec engine and for fuel lines have so far figured out I need -8AN and -6AN fittings (or JIC 8 and JIC 6) to connect to the existing engine fuel lines to the spider injectors, but then what? I picked up a new gas tank (2000 Sonoma replacement) that has what appear to be plastic push on conn...	Northern 52	2	293	October 2nd by 427CARL
	Ford-Smith hoist (Preview) I wonder if anyone knows anything about a Ford-Smith two post hoist I got it and it was already taken down and I'm having trouble figuring out the low pressure air lines that operate the controls Anyone have a diagram of how it is connected? Thanks	Hot Rod 123	1	326	Sep 20, 2018 by 427CARL
	Convertible top help. (Preview) Any good guys in the Cobourg area good with convertible tops of the 70s?	Steves29	0	312	Aug 14, 2018 by Steves29
	desperate for help on this one (Preview) Hello: I recently had a small, narrow screw brake in half while screwing it into my frame. It broke flush with the frame so I figured I should carefully try to drill it out. I was almost successful but then the drill bit broke flush with the frame. On the bright side, it is only a small drill bit but it s...	Cuddles	3	391	Aug 13, 2018 by Cuddles
	firewall paint (Preview) Hello: I am soon to paint the inside portion of my firewall in my 29 model A Tudor. It is my understanding that I should paint every surface to keep rust away and that I should also cover nearly every surface with insulation to deaden the sound and in this case, to keep engine heat out of the cab. So my que...	Cuddles	3	300	Aug 11, 2018 by Cuddles
	changing oils in newer vehicles regular or synthetic (Preview) Not really hot rod related but I'm looking for some input. I'm changing all the gear oil in the diffs and tranny and t case on my 2009 Toyota Tacoma. and the manual calls for 75-90 but all I can locate at any stores is 75-90 synthetic. always heard that you can't use synthetic after using regular as it dama...	Mattmctree	4	365	Aug 1, 2018 by Lightspeed Mike
	Cleaning put cross members and frame rails (Preview) Any advice on cleaning out years of crud from cross members and frame rails. They are all boxed design and I can't get access to front or back as openings are welded in by P.O.. has anyone undertook cutting frames open for cleaning and then welding then back up again. I've got an old frame which I can pract...	Mattmctree	13	720	Jul 3, 2018 by Ground Pounder
	S10 rearend (Preview) Im looking for a fairly narrow 5 bolt chev rear end . Im thinking S10. can anyone tell me the backing plate to backing plate dimension?	hotrod-steve	8	523	Jun 29, 2018 by Larry
	Transmission / diff angle. (Preview) I'm having a difficult time determining the best reference point on a 4l60e transmission to measure the drive-line angle from. Can I use the top of the casing by the gear select electrical plug or is there a better spot? I had to hack the old 4.3 v6 mount out due to the installation of the 5.7 v8 engine. ...	Northern 52	10	779	Jun 11, 2018 by Pete Moss
	Rad source (Preview) I can get the rad I need from Summit Racing in the U.S. but would prefer a Canadian source if possible for the same one or similar. Any ideas as to where I might get one or have one made? The Ideal rad is the Summit part number SUM-381324 or at least one with the same dimensions. -- Edited by Northern 52 on Tu...	Northern 52	3	383	Jun 6, 2018 by Northern 52
	Convert to EFI (Preview) I am thinking about converting my carb to EFI on a 275hp 350. I really like the idea of ease of start and idle. For those that have done it what system did you use, where did you source and anything else you want to share on it.	markc	6	569	May 20, 2018 by markc
	Vortec 5.7 mechanical fuel pump mount question. (Preview) After a long winter (and spring) lack of building progress, I finally got back to my chassis. To recap, I am installing a 1952 Chevy truck body on a 2000 Sonoma chassis. I lowered the engine into place last weekend to see how the engine and trans mounts will work out. With this year of truck, the engine...	Northern 52	11	583	May 16, 2018 by Pete Moss
	windshield wiper (Preview) Hello: I have to mount my windshield wiper motor in my model A Tudor soon if I am to pass a safety. Is there an exact position I should drill or does it just go wherever I choose? Thank you.	Cuddles	2	598	May 2, 2018 by wuga
	In The Weeds (Preview) Hello again: I am researching the air bag systems and struts and cantilever and, well , the list goes on. I'd like to be able to lower my ride but still have a lot of research to do. Any advice? My ride is pretty open so I think a lot of options are open to me.	Cuddles	11	1294	Apr 26, 2018 by Cuddles
	Another paint question (Preview) My 250ci six cylinder engine, in my 1981 Chev half ton, has a strange looking valve cover. Big humps on top that I assume is for all the engine pollution equipment at that time. I thinking I would like to re-paint it to clean up the engine. The colour is blue.... but is there a paint code for this blue? ...	classsic	2	402	Apr 25, 2018 by classsic
	Body and paint question (Preview) I had a car painted last year in a urethane metallic and it has some orange peel. Just wondering if I can sand or buff it out and if so, how to go about it.Any help is appreciated -thanks Steve	hotrod-steve	3	469	Apr 24, 2018 by hotrod-steve
	Tire Sizes (Preview) I'm going to buy four new tires for my 1981 Chev pickup. The brochure says it came with FR78-15R tires??????? I am now running 235 R75 15. Do you think this is a good replacement size? Thanks	classsic	6	686	Apr 12, 2018 by classsic
	Overflow cannister (Preview) I am looking for some ideas for an overflow canister for the Bantam. I can't use anything glass or like a beer can. It must be traditional. It must be able to pass NHRA tech inspection It must be sealed except for the vent It must be able to mount on the passenger side of a Model A rad/rad shell. It probably n...	wuga	15	1093	Mar 3, 2018 by wuga
	Edelbrock carb (Preview) How do I identify the size of an Edelbrock card I think it is a 600 but want to make sure before I sell it	Homer	3	1288	Feb 12, 2018 by jarvis1
	Help:Decode SBC (Preview) These are the numbers I got...and this is what I found....any more help appreciated. Cast # 3970010 which is 1968-1979 350, possible 2 or 4 bolt main, came in car, truck or vette 185hp-370hp Heads are 333882 which are 350-400 heads 1.94s/1.50 The other stampings on the front of block is where Id lik...	GhostPost	11	1346	Feb 3, 2018 by 51 Styline
	rims (Preview) Hello: Please forgive my ignorance in these matters. I do not understand the measurements listed for buying rims. Perhaps it has something to do with converting from or to metric? Currently I have P20575R15 on the front and P23570R15 on the rear. This is on the rubber. I get that. But if I want to b...	Cuddles	13	1368	Jan 1, 2018 by Cuddles
	Hidden antenna (Preview) Has anybody used a hidden antenna,can it be mounted under dash,hidden under body,any ideas?	Redneck Rydes	4	883	Dec 30, 2017 by henrys57wagon
	Battery Disconnect (Preview) I'm trying to learn something - I see lots of differing opinions when I read about the topic. I'm sure many here will also have different opinions as well - hopefully we can all discuss without any arguments. lol Battery disconnects and if the switch should be on the ground side or opposide ground side...	Nickeleye	11	1977	Dec 27, 2017 by letsgo
	1955-57 Chevrolet Pitman Arm Recall (Preview) Just got a notice from CPP that the pitman arm I purchased from them two years ago has been recalled,if you have installed one of their arms over the last few years you may want to contact them at 1-800-522-5004.	two tone 56	0	728	Nov 19, 2017 by two tone 56
	fuel gauge not working (Preview) It shows way past full all the time. Pulled the power supply to the sender from the gauge and measured the voltage. It was 8 volts. Pulled the ground wire from the sender off at the ground post on the frame, put a voltmeter in series to the ground and got no volts. Sounds like the sender is pooched. Not looki...	Randyr	3	1075	Oct 4, 2017 by parklane
	Olds 455 marine engine for a jet boat, best setup and looking for a builder (Preview) Hi all. My name is Chris and I'll introduce myself by way of my background. After university, I tried a couple of jobs but ended up working for J Craft Boats in Pefferlaw, learning composites building these great boats. The company is gone now, although I do know of one shop that is still making one model...	ChrisW	9	1807	Sep 30, 2017 by Pete Moss
	is it worth it? (Preview) Good morning all. I recently had a discussion with a friend who seems to know all there is to know about muscle cars. I mentioned to him that I hoped to one day put a blower on my 289. I confess, racing is not my cup of tea at all and my friend recognizes that I much prefer cruising to racing but I am build...	Cuddles	23	2508	Sep 28, 2017 by 1934 FordLover
	someone/shop to make stainless steel lines ?? (Preview) preferably in the scarborough / pickering area what I want to find is someone or a shop that can bend and flare a number of sizes of stainless steel line .. I don't want hoses , just some lines bent up I want to make copies of the o-e lines used for water and oil to my turbo , the steel line for my heater hose and...	DJD	7	1209	Sep 28, 2017 by DJD
	Alternator fitting and brackets (Preview) would like to fit one of the small denso type alternators to the SB Chevy. Also want to mount it low down. anyone done this? What brackets will I need, at the moment the alternator is up high. Ugly on a fenderless, hoodlles rod.	Jeff66	2	880	Sep 12, 2017 by shawn63
	Steering column and ignition suggestions (Preview) Starting to round up parts for my 38 Dodge pickup project that I will start on again this winter. Wondering what most do for steering columns, ignition switch/key, gauges etc. its going on a Dakota frame but no steering column came with it and dash is completly gutted. Was thinking of getting a univers...	Hyper Henry	4	1051	Sep 4, 2017 by 77
	Valve covers (Preview) Anyone know what these are for? Some a hole sold me them, telling me they are SBC covers. well they don't fit my motor! -- Edited by Jeff66 on Thursday 24th of August 2017 05:43:10 PM	Jeff66	10	1208	Aug 25, 2017 by RWW
	Help me find specs. (Preview) Long story short...I've recently committed to the purchase of a '56 Dodge truck sight onseen, because it has a 354ci Hemi with two deuces, it has the perfect hot rod look for my '38. The issue I have, is that the truck is in New Brunswick, I have to pick it up, and it's a 5 ton truck. I can't find any info on th...	Gazoo	24	2362	Aug 15, 2017 by Pete Moss
	Molasses -take that rust! (Preview) As a follow up to the other thread that lurks here somewhere, I thought I would post an example picture that clearly illustrates the rust removing power of feed grade molasses. This axel (yes, it's a tractor part) was put in the mixture about a month ago and forgotten...I never touched it until today wh...	2inchestoolow	19	2929	Aug 14, 2017 by Pete Moss
	Gasser Bumper (Preview) Looking for 36 " threaded 3" black pipe with cast iron end caps in KW area .Ike Ike	Ike	0	888	Aug 8, 2017 by Ike
	What about these Crown Vic front ends (Preview) Im thinking about a Crown Vic front end for my truck. Anyone know what years they came in? I think Im looking for the aluminum one that bolts in.	hotrod-steve	2	890	Jul 31, 2017 by fraso
	cluster gauge schematic (Preview) Good afternoon: I managed to acquire a cluster gauge out of a 1951 Ford F100. Would anyone happen to have a schematic for this instrument?	Cuddles	4	1152	Jul 26, 2017 by Cuddles
	Bottom Rad hose (Preview) Hey guys looking for help on a bottom rad hose . I need a sharp 90 degree mandrel bend 1 3/4 inch. I have the hose coming off the water pump and the rad need to marry them together. Any other suggestion would be nice.	Bradshaw	5	1266	Jul 16, 2017 by letsgo
	SBC Oil Pump Screen Installation Tool (Preview) It's been a little quiet around here lately so I thought I'd post pics of a tool I just made (after screwing up my first attempt at installing one of the pressed-in SBC oil pump screens). The problem I had with the homemade "cutaway tube" installation tool is that it only pressed on one side of the oil pump...	Pete Moss	2	906	Jul 9, 2017 by Pete Moss
	Finding a transmission model (Preview) Hi, I'm a new owner of 1951 Packard 400, which has 1976 Dodge 440 engine. I found there is a leak from transmission pan and I'm not sure what type of transmission is there in order to get a new gasket. The car still have the column shift and it is automatic. Any help? thanks in advance.	ram1976	13	1476	Jul 6, 2017 by DJD
	Variable Frequency Drive need some help (Preview) Hi, anyone have knowledge with replacing a single phase electric motor with a VFD and a three phase motor. Looking for help selecting motor voltage and HP and then getting correct size VFD for a wood lathe to have variable speed. For starters the lathe turns too fast for out of balance rough blanks, l...	Rockhauler	16	2039	Jun 21, 2017 by 123pugsy
	1986 ford f150 steering column help (Preview) Hi , bought an 86 ford pickup , when try to start the truck , the ignition is so hard to turn ,almost need pliers to turn it so I can start it . I 've heard there is a problem with these , suppose to be an actuator in the column that breaks . Its a tilt column ,anybody ever run across this or changed one ? Is it a hard j...	kruzr	1	984	Jun 15, 2017 by Rockhauler
	quick release steering column hubs (Preview) Hello: I am anxious to get a quick release steering wheel hub for my ride but cannot find information I would consider credible on which make to buy and how much to spend. From the research I've done so far, it appears I can get a shallow (1") unit or a unit about 2" or 3" deep which is nice for me as I'd like to...	Cuddles	1	867	Jun 10, 2017 by wuga
	old gas (Preview) My brother-in-law tells me that because my engine is from 1966 when gas was leaded, I may now have to put in an additive every time I gas up. Please tell me, is he right?	Cuddles	11	1839	May 31, 2017 by Pete Moss
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