Tech

MarkM · MarkM

I am toying with the idea of making a mirrored type firewall. Is that aluminum that is buffed or stainless? Or another material? Anybody care to share how to make one etc.? -- Edited by MarkM on Monday 2nd of February 2015 07:17:24 AM

Nickeleye · Nickeleye

Dropped the fuel tank on the truck today. (53 Merc M100) Can anyone tell me what kinda fuel sending unit this is? I'm pretty sure it's not the original merc/ford one. Is this Chevy?? It would explain why the fuel guage (original on the dash) reads backwards, chev and ford read opposite don't they? Low oh...

knuckles · knuckles

curious to what everyone uses for gas tanks when fabricating frames?.....fuel cells?...make your own? cheers

Bruce Smith · Bruce Smith

Have a 66 belvedere post and want to change all lights to LED - anybody have any advise , or is this just an easy swap ?

Hibred · Hibred

Just wondering if anybody can tell me about a Cheetah SCS reverse pattern shifter with a manual valve body in the transmission, like to know how it shifts, are they popular and easy to use, like to hear anything you can tell me about it, thanks for any help.

66-67-88Chevy · 66-67-88Chevy

I put this in tech because I will be doing a review/walk through of this product. From the test patch I have done it seems to work pretty well. For those who have seen the low budget winter beater build, then you will know that the carpet in my truck is garbage and covered in stains. Next Saturday I will be p...

Larry · Larry

does anybody own a 1942-48 ford or merc convertible? I'm working on a rusty one and I need to know the location of the roof top helper spring where it attaches to the body with a 3 hole bracket...thanks...Larry.

cheyenne · cheyenne

I am swapping out my Oil Pressure sending unit on the ( '78 ) 350 sbc engine, the sending unit location is just to the right of the Distributer on drivers side..and wondering if anyone on here has ever changed that unit, and installed a short extension to the brass fitting in the block, ( I have the tu...

Moobster · Moobster

I'm getting ready to wet sand and polish my truck and have some questions. I've read through the posts on here and am a little confused. How far should I go with the wet sand??? 3000? 4000? After the truck is wet sanded, do I go with the 3 pad, 3M process or do I go directly to Farecla G3 and the purple Meguires...

67c10 · 67c10

Im just installing my holley carb. Does anyone have any experience installing the fuel log facing the rear of the vehicle. Im running an electric fuel pump so it just makes more sense to me. Do you think it will work? Thanks for your input in advance.

58Chev · 77

kinda off topic of the forum , but deals with my tow vehicle which tows my drag car and hot rods .I have an 07 Grand Cherokee with 3 litre benzino diesel m has a 2 month old motomaster battery in it , and wouldn,t start this morning , not plugged in . My diesel tech buddy says get an a c delco battery for it .. are t...

studeshaker · studeshaker

anyone ever use a set of "off the shelf" fenderwell headers ? i'm wondering about chevy II pieces or maybe tri-five chevy would work. plenty of room in the car, no inner fenders and the engine is mounted with front and rear plates. mustang II front end. don't really have the time to spend with...

Johnnee D · Johnnee D

I found a car in Alberta, 52 Chey with a Mustang II style front suspension. If I bring it back to Ontario will I have any problems with certification? Anything special I should check? thanks JD -- Edited by Johnnee D on Saturday 14th of February 2015 01:06:55 PM

67c10 · 67c10

Is yellow or green window tint legal in Ontario? Think my truck would look bad a$$ with some yellow or green window tint. Does anybody have any suggestions on where to find it. Thanks

South Shore · South Shore

Been trying to deciede what type of trany to put in my streetrod.It is a moderate horsepowered 327 with an RV cam, the rear end is a 3:73 posi. If I will go with a 700R4 trany or be satisfied with a TH 350? I know the 700 will help lower the RPM on the highway and secondly save fuel and make it much more enjoyable...

knuckles · knuckles

well it seems I will have to change my 72 Nova drum brakes to disc.....as the rear end I used from a 2000 S10 has disc brakes... Do I need to change the spindles on the drum setup to disc spindles?... Thanks as always!

knuckles · knuckles

Does anyone know if there is a site that has data on different lengths of driveshafts?.....I want to see what one might fit my application without having to get one custom made Thanks!

ram1976 · ram1976

Hi This summer I would like to change the Engine and Transmission oil for the 1948 Chrysler. Could some one advise me on the type of Oil and the amount I need look for? Thanks.

ram1976 · ram1976

Hi, I'm new to this site, Looking for help/advice on getting a 6v battery for 1948 Chrysler Windsor, Prefer maintenance free. Suggestions are welcome. Thanks

Iwannagofast · Iwannagofast

I thought I saw a thread about differential widths here but can't find it. Anyone have experience putting a later diff with disc brakes under a '63 Falcon or Comet? I though I recalled the Bronco being closest but the offset was an issue. Any thoughts?

Windsor · Windsor

Hi guys. I was wondering if anybody has ever had a pair of aluminum wheels narrowed. If you have, who did it? Or maybe somebody on here can do it. Let me know. thanks for the help.

427CARL · 427CARL

I bought some Posi locks for wiring, after seeing some, on a Bike site.... I know everyone here solders I don't sweet set up for wiring... Carl

billyisamountain · billyisamountain

I'm at the point in my project where I need to fabricate the rad and grill support. I have a 34 chev cowl and an aluminum rad. Any advice would be helpful Jens

Riddler · Riddler

Looking to go to a 5 speed standard in my 64 Elcamino ,have a chance to get all the parts -fly wheel bell housing and trans , any body know if a 4.3 from a 95 s10 5 speed bell housing will bolt to a 64 ,283 ? Will the 4.3 fly wheel fit ? If not,what fly wheel and starter will fit ? Can the speedo be changed from electr...

TIME TRAVELLER · TIME TRAVELLER

I noticed in CTC's latest weekly flier that they've added POR15 to their product line. Only shows gloss black in quart sizes at $59.99, no other sizes or products from this line. That's about the same price as from a fairly local supplier but CTC is everywhere, and don't forget the coupons! Just tho...

knuckles · knuckles

Just picked up a very nice millermatic 210..Can you say FREE :) ..I have read that its a decent machine?..it does need a new whip though Just wondering as I have two 110v gas migs that I use for sheet metal but was wondering if this miller can do all....can it be turned down enough to do body work?...or best...

Rustynuts · Rustynuts

On my 90 Silverado with the 5.7 tbi engine the fuel lines are held by a bracket I guess that's between the block and firewall. Any one here familiar with how I can remove the lines from this bracket? There just doesn't seem to be any room. Thks Dennisl

Rustynuts · Rustynuts

Put a new pump on my 90 chevy last feb. Worked fine till now. Lately when it is getting to -5C+ overnight the truck sometimes will not start ( don't hear the pump) till I hit the tank a few times with a rubber hammer. Then once it starts its fine for the rest of the day. I thought it might be water in the tank so du...

knuckles · knuckles

I am looking for aftermarket sheet metal for my 39 Chev sedan....rockers, patch panels etc....However all the ones I find are in the USA...Are there any suppliers in Ontario?...hate all the shipping , exchange etc. Thanks! Steve

knuckles · knuckles

I know these topics on other forums can heat up conversation etc... But I have had a Camaro clip on my 57 Chev truck so will do same on my 39 chev car... what I need to know is if anyone has done this on one of these cars?....and how much wider the camaro wheel base would be compared to what was on the 39 stock? Ho...

Seeker1056 · Seeker1056

anyone out there in Ontario that can mod my carbs enrichment circuits for supercharger use? or can guide me in doing it myself? apparently they need to be richened up for the off idle enrichment as my motor wants to backfire for that fraction of a second till the carbs pull fuel from the other circuits ...

Nickeleye · Nickeleye

The seats I just took out had the seat belts bolted to the frame of the bench, I could be wrong but I'm assuming that's a no no cause if the bench breaks loose I'm attached to it.... Can someone sorta give me a rough idea on how seat belts are suppose to safely be secured?

V2addict · V2addict

Hi guys, looking for a little input, I'm running 304 S.S. lines and AN fittings (37deg.) my question is I have seen people wind the lines in a coil of some sort where they enter the master cylinder, I have also seen them piped right in, is the vibration loop necessary or is this personal preference, I und...

dualquadpete · dualquadpete

Trying to find out what size this Holly is on my Avanti Has # 8055-1 & just below that 1040 this is on the frt. of the ait horn where Holly says the ID # is. Can't find this # listed anywhere??? Carb is almost brand new but think it's too Big in CFM's ??? Pete

RWW · RWW

I have diagrams and directions for repairing and routing Vac hoses etc for these cars. If anyone wants a copy PM me.

henry · henry

I have a 1968 M22 10 in 27 out has a vin 28U166xxx stamped on it I know the 8 is for 1968 any idea about the 2 or the U ? trans code stamp is P8D04 thanks

Model A Guy · Model A Guy

What brand of fuel stabilizer do you use for winter storage?

58Chev · 58Chev

Anyone close to me have a 7/16-14 thread cleaning tap? Toronto / GTA I am in the process of replacing head gaskets on my SBC and need to chase some of the bolt holes. Some of them either have sealant in them or need chasing to properly clean/straighten any of the threads. I have a set of new ARP bolts on or...

apachomatic · apachomatic

Hi guys I am trying to save my original wiper motor for my 1959 apache. The wiper motor runs but it will not park and I broke the 2 position switch. My thought is, if I could wire in a potentiometer (like a volume of small fan control) I could control speed and park the arms by slowing them down and stopping t...

jarvis1 · jarvis1

http://www.carnut.com/ramblin/dyno.html

Redchev · Redchev

I'm new to this website here and I have recently purchased a a 1952 Chevy 1300 and I can't seem to figure out what engine is in my truck. I have done my research online and I can't seem to fine any matches to the numbers I found. I have the numbers from the block behind the distributer and the number that was ca...

henrys57wagon · henrys57wagon

On powerblock TV they built a floating traction bar system using spring hangers on the front of the bars and mounted onto a crossmember on the Comet. Does anyone have any info on this type of setup? I tried a search on powerblock but no luck. I know I could make the diff slide on the springs but do not want to...

V2addict · V2addict

Has anyone here ever used wilwood pedals on a build? Im thinking of using them on my 56 F-100 , my plans with the build so far have stayed away from truditional and am building a more up to date resto mod. I'm interested in any feedback from anyone that can advice me of the pros/cons, the set up looks prety...

408dakota · 408dakota

hello Im new to the carb and am having a few problems so I have a eddy carb 1813 800cfm sitting on a moper 360 with aluminium heads intake all the rest...now I got the carb to start up fine and idle all day long and rev up. Now until the car is completely warmed up, if I put it in gear drive or reverse it flat ou...

wuga · wuga

I was down at Miniker's in Milford on Saturday looking for a 1950-1955 Olds rear end. They have a fence line of old rear ends but Randy doesn't know what they are although he believes I will find what I am looking for. The problem is I don't know how to identify one either. Does anyone have a spec sheet or...

poncho62 · poncho62

I scored a pail of undercoating at work because it was leaking. Thought I would use it on the daily drivers. I have a cheapo undercoating gun that I bought at Princess Auto. The undercoating seems rather thick...Does it need to be thinned to spray, if so with what? Any suggestions would be helpful

Gazoo · Gazoo

I have a plastic bed liner (Pendaliner), I'm looking at getting rid of. I'm getting tired of hearing rattle and rub, and I don't want to drill anymore screw holes to hold it down. I was wondering which spray on, roll on liner is better, if I do it myself. I've been shopping around and product prices vary in...

77

Ok so we all pretty much agree that guys will stick a sbc into anything . Like my 50 chebby truck for eggsample . I have a sbc chev with g m power sterrin pump hookt to an amc pacer frt end . It has rack an pinion steering . the truck is almost like manual steering at rest , but even just moving slowly the power st...

Dick Kirkpatrick · 77

Ok this is a real dummm azzz bunny beginner question . with that said . the oil pan on my drag car is about 3.5 inches offa the pavement , unfortunately I,m adding about 80 lbs to the frt of the car . if that drops the pan down to 2.5 or 3 inches , do you think they will call that at the tracks ....St Thomas an Cayug...

old school · old school

Hi everyone, i need some help finishing off the interior of my 61 suburban. does anyone know of someone who does nice work at a decent price and wouldn't mind too much if I watched/helped. So I could maybe learn a few basics. Or someone who does nice work at a really good price. just need a head liner and the...

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	How would I make a mirrored firewall? (Preview) I am toying with the idea of making a mirrored type firewall. Is that aluminum that is buffed or stainless? Or another material? Anybody care to share how to make one etc.? -- Edited by MarkM on Monday 2nd of February 2015 07:17:24 AM	MarkM	14	1733	Mar 23, 2015 by 123pugsy
	Fuel Sending Unit (Preview) Dropped the fuel tank on the truck today. (53 Merc M100) Can anyone tell me what kinda fuel sending unit this is? I'm pretty sure it's not the original merc/ford one. Is this Chevy?? It would explain why the fuel guage (original on the dash) reads backwards, chev and ford read opposite don't they? Low oh...	Nickeleye	14	1497	Mar 23, 2015 by Nickeleye
	gas tanks (Preview) curious to what everyone uses for gas tanks when fabricating frames?.....fuel cells?...make your own? cheers	knuckles	23	2196	Mar 23, 2015 by Gwillyville Kid
	LED LIGHTS (Preview) Have a 66 belvedere post and want to change all lights to LED - anybody have any advise , or is this just an easy swap ?	Bruce Smith	10	1363	Mar 21, 2015 by Sniper
	Cheetah reverse pattern shifter questions (Preview) Just wondering if anybody can tell me about a Cheetah SCS reverse pattern shifter with a manual valve body in the transmission, like to know how it shifts, are they popular and easy to use, like to hear anything you can tell me about it, thanks for any help.	Hibred	2	1015	Mar 18, 2015 by Ranch71460
	Duplicolor Vinyl and Fabric Paint Review (Preview) I put this in tech because I will be doing a review/walk through of this product. From the test patch I have done it seems to work pretty well. For those who have seen the low budget winter beater build, then you will know that the carpet in my truck is garbage and covered in stains. Next Saturday I will be p...	66-67-88Chevy	14	2824	Mar 10, 2015 by Larry
	1942-48 Ford convertible (Preview) does anybody own a 1942-48 ford or merc convertible? I'm working on a rusty one and I need to know the location of the roof top helper spring where it attaches to the body with a 3 hole bracket...thanks...Larry.	Larry	5	1126	Mar 8, 2015 by Larry
	350 sbc, Oil Pressure Sending Unit, - Extension ??? (Preview) I am swapping out my Oil Pressure sending unit on the ( '78 ) 350 sbc engine, the sending unit location is just to the right of the Distributer on drivers side..and wondering if anyone on here has ever changed that unit, and installed a short extension to the brass fitting in the block, ( I have the tu...	cheyenne	36	7432	Feb 27, 2015 by studeshaker
	Wet sanding and polishing questions (Preview) I'm getting ready to wet sand and polish my truck and have some questions. I've read through the posts on here and am a little confused. How far should I go with the wet sand??? 3000? 4000? After the truck is wet sanded, do I go with the 3 pad, 3M process or do I go directly to Farecla G3 and the purple Meguires...	Moobster	10	1491	Feb 20, 2015 by Rochie
	Holley fuel line routing (Preview) Im just installing my holley carb. Does anyone have any experience installing the fuel log facing the rear of the vehicle. Im running an electric fuel pump so it just makes more sense to me. Do you think it will work? Thanks for your input in advance.	67c10	13	1752	Feb 19, 2015 by 427CARL
	Batteries (Preview) kinda off topic of the forum , but deals with my tow vehicle which tows my drag car and hot rods .I have an 07 Grand Cherokee with 3 litre benzino diesel m has a 2 month old motomaster battery in it , and wouldn,t start this morning , not plugged in . My diesel tech buddy says get an a c delco battery for it .. are t...	77	16	3123	Feb 18, 2015 by 58Chev
	fenderwell headers. (Preview) anyone ever use a set of "off the shelf" fenderwell headers ? i'm wondering about chevy II pieces or maybe tri-five chevy would work. plenty of room in the car, no inner fenders and the engine is mounted with front and rear plates. mustang II front end. don't really have the time to spend with...	studeshaker	20	3189	Feb 15, 2015 by studeshaker
	Mustang II front suspension and certification (Preview) I found a car in Alberta, 52 Chey with a Mustang II style front suspension. If I bring it back to Ontario will I have any problems with certification? Anything special I should check? thanks JD -- Edited by Johnnee D on Saturday 14th of February 2015 01:06:55 PM	Johnnee D	8	1697	Feb 15, 2015 by Johnnee D
	colored window tint (Preview) Is yellow or green window tint legal in Ontario? Think my truck would look bad a$$ with some yellow or green window tint. Does anybody have any suggestions on where to find it. Thanks	67c10	7	1004	Feb 11, 2015 by Sniper
	700R4 or TH350 (Preview) Been trying to deciede what type of trany to put in my streetrod.It is a moderate horsepowered 327 with an RV cam, the rear end is a 3:73 posi. If I will go with a 700R4 trany or be satisfied with a TH 350? I know the 700 will help lower the RPM on the highway and secondly save fuel and make it much more enjoyable...	South Shore	18	2483	Feb 11, 2015 by shag766
	Nova disc brakes (Preview) well it seems I will have to change my 72 Nova drum brakes to disc.....as the rear end I used from a 2000 S10 has disc brakes... Do I need to change the spindles on the drum setup to disc spindles?... Thanks as always!	knuckles	5	840	Jan 25, 2015 by wuga
	Driveshafts (Preview) Does anyone know if there is a site that has data on different lengths of driveshafts?.....I want to see what one might fit my application without having to get one custom made Thanks!	knuckles	10	1624	Jan 22, 2015 by Chris Stapley
	Engine and Transmission Oil for 1948 Chrysler Windsor (Preview) Hi This summer I would like to change the Engine and Transmission oil for the 1948 Chrysler. Could some one advise me on the type of Oil and the amount I need look for? Thanks.	ram1976	19	2387	Jan 17, 2015 by studeshaker
	6v Battery for 1948 Chrysler Windsor (Preview) Hi, I'm new to this site, Looking for help/advice on getting a 6v battery for 1948 Chrysler Windsor, Prefer maintenance free. Suggestions are welcome. Thanks	ram1976	9	2703	Jan 12, 2015 by ram1976
	rear diff. (Preview) I thought I saw a thread about differential widths here but can't find it. Anyone have experience putting a later diff with disc brakes under a '63 Falcon or Comet? I though I recalled the Bronco being closest but the offset was an issue. Any thoughts?	Iwannagofast	13	1542	Jan 12, 2015 by Iwannagofast
	Wheel narrowing (Preview) Hi guys. I was wondering if anybody has ever had a pair of aluminum wheels narrowed. If you have, who did it? Or maybe somebody on here can do it. Let me know. thanks for the help.	Windsor	8	2474	Jan 5, 2015 by Fordy Acres Car Farm
	Admore Lighting Inc posi locks for wiring (Preview) I bought some Posi locks for wiring, after seeing some, on a Bike site.... I know everyone here solders I don't sweet set up for wiring... Carl	427CARL	22	2119	Jan 1, 2015 by Lightspeed Mike
	grill and rad support advice (Preview) I'm at the point in my project where I need to fabricate the rad and grill support. I have a 34 chev cowl and an aluminum rad. Any advice would be helpful Jens	billyisamountain	10	1624	Dec 29, 2014 by billyisamountain
	Want to swap 283 Power glide to a 5 speed (Preview) Looking to go to a 5 speed standard in my 64 Elcamino ,have a chance to get all the parts -fly wheel bell housing and trans , any body know if a 4.3 from a 95 s10 5 speed bell housing will bolt to a 64 ,283 ? Will the 4.3 fly wheel fit ? If not,what fly wheel and starter will fit ? Can the speedo be changed from electr...	Riddler	8	2320	Dec 23, 2014 by slim
	POR15 AT CANADIAN TIRE (Preview) I noticed in CTC's latest weekly flier that they've added POR15 to their product line. Only shows gloss black in quart sizes at $59.99, no other sizes or products from this line. That's about the same price as from a fairly local supplier but CTC is everywhere, and don't forget the coupons! Just tho...	TIME TRAVELLER	17	6086	Dec 21, 2014 by Iwannagofast
	Milermatic 210 (Preview) Just picked up a very nice millermatic 210..Can you say FREE :) ..I have read that its a decent machine?..it does need a new whip though Just wondering as I have two 110v gas migs that I use for sheet metal but was wondering if this miller can do all....can it be turned down enough to do body work?...or best...	knuckles	4	1177	Dec 19, 2014 by Smokin Joe
	fuel line removal help (Preview) On my 90 Silverado with the 5.7 tbi engine the fuel lines are held by a bracket I guess that's between the block and firewall. Any one here familiar with how I can remove the lines from this bracket? There just doesn't seem to be any room. Thks Dennisl	Rustynuts	10	1187	Dec 15, 2014 by Hog
	Delphi fuel pump problem (Preview) Put a new pump on my 90 chevy last feb. Worked fine till now. Lately when it is getting to -5C+ overnight the truck sometimes will not start ( don't hear the pump) till I hit the tank a few times with a rubber hammer. Then once it starts its fine for the rest of the day. I thought it might be water in the tank so du...	Rustynuts	19	4751	Dec 14, 2014 by Rustynuts
	Sheet metal suppliers Canada (Preview) I am looking for aftermarket sheet metal for my 39 Chev sedan....rockers, patch panels etc....However all the ones I find are in the USA...Are there any suppliers in Ontario?...hate all the shipping , exchange etc. Thanks! Steve	knuckles	2	1355	Dec 6, 2014 by dualquadpete
	1939 Chevy 2 dr sedan...Camaro Clip (Preview) I know these topics on other forums can heat up conversation etc... But I have had a Camaro clip on my 57 Chev truck so will do same on my 39 chev car... what I need to know is if anyone has done this on one of these cars?....and how much wider the camaro wheel base would be compared to what was on the 39 stock? Ho...	knuckles	26	5732	Dec 5, 2014 by knuckles
	supercharger carb mods? (Preview) anyone out there in Ontario that can mod my carbs enrichment circuits for supercharger use? or can guide me in doing it myself? apparently they need to be richened up for the off idle enrichment as my motor wants to backfire for that fraction of a second till the carbs pull fuel from the other circuits ...	Seeker1056	14	2276	Dec 2, 2014 by Seeker1056
	Seat Belts (Preview) The seats I just took out had the seat belts bolted to the frame of the bench, I could be wrong but I'm assuming that's a no no cause if the bench breaks loose I'm attached to it.... Can someone sorta give me a rough idea on how seat belts are suppose to safely be secured?	Nickeleye	2	976	Nov 28, 2014 by Nickeleye
	Brake lines ( 1 2 ) (closed) (Preview) Hi guys, looking for a little input, I'm running 304 S.S. lines and AN fittings (37deg.) my question is I have seen people wind the lines in a coil of some sort where they enter the master cylinder, I have also seen them piped right in, is the vibration loop necessary or is this personal preference, I und...	V2addict	70	7218	Nov 28, 2014 by poncho62
	Holly carb ID??? (Preview) Trying to find out what size this Holly is on my Avanti Has # 8055-1 & just below that 1040 this is on the frt. of the ait horn where Holly says the ID # is. Can't find this # listed anywhere??? Carb is almost brand new but think it's too Big in CFM's ??? Pete	dualquadpete	5	1148	Nov 24, 2014 by dualquadpete
	68 to 82 Corvette Vacuum Lines (Preview) I have diagrams and directions for repairing and routing Vac hoses etc for these cars. If anyone wants a copy PM me.	RWW	4	856	Nov 21, 2014 by RWW
	decode muncie trans stamp (Preview) I have a 1968 M22 10 in 27 out has a vin 28U166xxx stamped on it I know the 8 is for 1968 any idea about the 2 or the U ? trans code stamp is P8D04 thanks	henry	5	899	Nov 10, 2014 by henry
	Fuel Stabilizer (Preview) What brand of fuel stabilizer do you use for winter storage?	Model A Guy	12	1222	Nov 7, 2014 by Model A Guy
	Thread Cleaning Tap (Preview) Anyone close to me have a 7/16-14 thread cleaning tap? Toronto / GTA I am in the process of replacing head gaskets on my SBC and need to chase some of the bolt holes. Some of them either have sealant in them or need chasing to properly clean/straighten any of the threads. I have a set of new ARP bolts on or...	58Chev	5	1370	Nov 3, 2014 by Gazoo
	58-59 chev wiper motor. Wiring in speed control (Preview) Hi guys I am trying to save my original wiper motor for my 1959 apache. The wiper motor runs but it will not park and I broke the 2 position switch. My thought is, if I could wire in a potentiometer (like a volume of small fan control) I could control speed and park the arms by slowing them down and stopping t...	apachomatic	4	1335	Oct 25, 2014 by apachomatic
	Dyno tests on fans, alternators and oil (Preview) http://www.carnut.com/ramblin/dyno.html	jarvis1	5	1091	Oct 23, 2014 by studeshaker
	What engine do I have in my 52 Chevy 1300 (Preview) I'm new to this website here and I have recently purchased a a 1952 Chevy 1300 and I can't seem to figure out what engine is in my truck. I have done my research online and I can't seem to fine any matches to the numbers I found. I have the numbers from the block behind the distributer and the number that was ca...	Redchev	11	2379	Oct 13, 2014 by slim
	powerblock's altered e go traction bars (Preview) On powerblock TV they built a floating traction bar system using spring hangers on the front of the bars and mounted onto a crossmember on the Comet. Does anyone have any info on this type of setup? I tried a search on powerblock but no luck. I know I could make the diff slide on the springs but do not want to...	henrys57wagon	3	896	Oct 9, 2014 by henrys57wagon
	wilwood pedals (Preview) Has anyone here ever used wilwood pedals on a build? Im thinking of using them on my 56 F-100 , my plans with the build so far have stayed away from truditional and am building a more up to date resto mod. I'm interested in any feedback from anyone that can advice me of the pros/cons, the set up looks prety...	V2addict	10	1037	Oct 7, 2014 by Cat in the Hat
	new to carbs help (Preview) hello Im new to the carb and am having a few problems so I have a eddy carb 1813 800cfm sitting on a moper 360 with aluminium heads intake all the rest...now I got the carb to start up fine and idle all day long and rev up. Now until the car is completely warmed up, if I put it in gear drive or reverse it flat ou...	408dakota	9	1556	Oct 7, 2014 by Gwillyville Kid
	identifying a rear end (Preview) I was down at Miniker's in Milford on Saturday looking for a 1950-1955 Olds rear end. They have a fence line of old rear ends but Randy doesn't know what they are although he believes I will find what I am looking for. The problem is I don't know how to identify one either. Does anyone have a spec sheet or...	wuga	6	1168	Oct 7, 2014 by Gwillyville Kid
	Anyone do their own undercoating? (Preview) I scored a pail of undercoating at work because it was leaking. Thought I would use it on the daily drivers. I have a cheapo undercoating gun that I bought at Princess Auto. The undercoating seems rather thick...Does it need to be thinned to spray, if so with what? Any suggestions would be helpful	poncho62	9	2598	Oct 2, 2014 by Gazoo
	Bed liner? (Preview) I have a plastic bed liner (Pendaliner), I'm looking at getting rid of. I'm getting tired of hearing rattle and rub, and I don't want to drill anymore screw holes to hold it down. I was wondering which spray on, roll on liner is better, if I do it myself. I've been shopping around and product prices vary in...	Gazoo	17	2645	Oct 2, 2014 by Gazoo
	Power steering question (Preview) Ok so we all pretty much agree that guys will stick a sbc into anything . Like my 50 chebby truck for eggsample . I have a sbc chev with g m power sterrin pump hookt to an amc pacer frt end . It has rack an pinion steering . the truck is almost like manual steering at rest , but even just moving slowly the power st...	77	7	1548	Sep 27, 2014 by 77
	Oil Pan height at drags question . (Preview) Ok this is a real dummm azzz bunny beginner question . with that said . the oil pan on my drag car is about 3.5 inches offa the pavement , unfortunately I,m adding about 80 lbs to the frt of the car . if that drops the pan down to 2.5 or 3 inches , do you think they will call that at the tracks ....St Thomas an Cayug...	77	6	1235	Sep 24, 2014 by Dick Kirkpatrick
	Interior help needed (Preview) Hi everyone, i need some help finishing off the interior of my 61 suburban. does anyone know of someone who does nice work at a decent price and wouldn't mind too much if I watched/helped. So I could maybe learn a few basics. Or someone who does nice work at a really good price. just need a head liner and the...	old school	5	1049	Sep 18, 2014 by Dubya31
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