Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-05-2024, 09:58 AM
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Replies: 7
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1933/34 rad options
I was about to order a new rad for my '33 roadster from The Brass Works until I saw the price $1764.00 YIKES!!! My original rad needs a recore but the upper and lower tanks look good.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-21-2023, 09:16 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,622
Re: Frenzel
Judging by the pulley sizing I see, it appears this centrifigal blower operates at about 50% over engine speed. A ratio of 1 to 1.5. Seems low until I noticed there is a gear driven overdrive on the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
11-17-2023, 02:17 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,467
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-26-2023, 07:53 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 592
windage tray
Has anyone installed a windage tray on a 8BA??? If so, was it hand fabricated and was there an advantage in oil aeration or HP gain. This is in relation for a heavily modified, supercharged 8BA...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-26-2023, 07:48 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,448
Re: WTB Full Flow Oil Conversion Kit
My full flow system uses AN hose and fittings from the pump to the exit on the oil pan. Makes things a lot easier to install and as close to 100% reliable as it can get..
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-15-2023, 07:29 AM
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Replies: 47
Views: 4,949
Re: Motor City Flathead question
The "325" stamp is the depth of the combustion chamber on a Offy head. They came in a number of different depths dependant on the compression ratio and cam lift the buyer may want.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-13-2023, 09:07 AM
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Replies: 47
Views: 4,949
Re: Motor City Flathead question
My engine was built by Mark (RIP) in the early 90's. Looks like the same configuration as yours. Early heads (Offy) on a 8BA block, B&M blower, Potvin cam. The engine number is stamped on the right...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-26-2023, 04:31 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,788
Re: Volkswagon Banjo Wheel
Not all t5's are created equal. Back 15 years ago you could buy a Mustang T5 from Summit for $1300.00 new. I bought 2 of them knowing the prices would go crazy, one for my 34 3 window and the other...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-21-2023, 08:04 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,329
Re: Bad oil pressure?
If you are using electric oil pressure gauge ensure the needle is on '0' with power on. I had this problem with some expensive gauges (it showed -10psi) so I installed a mechanical gauge on the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-20-2023, 07:35 PM
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Replies: 62
Views: 4,565
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-12-2023, 07:49 AM
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Replies: 57
Views: 8,372
Re: The knock off carbs on Ebay
My 1872 farm house has walls filled with sawdust, probably from the from milling of the 2 x 6 (actual size) studs used in this "balloon" framed house. They run from the foundation to the peak of the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-06-2023, 10:23 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,304
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-03-2023, 09:14 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,304
Re: 34 phaeton and roadster top bows
What I would like to know is where can I get TOP IRONS for my '34 roadster?????????
I have been looking for the last two years with no luck. Superior Auto at one time had them but I don't think they...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-29-2023, 10:38 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 530
Re: Cooling Fan
Basic rule is, if you overheat at slow speeds there is not enough air going through the rad. If you overheat at moderate/higher speeds there is not enough coolant flow caused by restrictions in the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-08-2022, 10:59 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,712
Re: A Cheating Intake
Hey Ron, let me guess.. Is the brown substance epoxy to isolate engine heat and oil splash from the intake??????????
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-10-2022, 12:28 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 769
Piston ring suggestions
After many miles my 286" 8BA is in need of a piston ring refresh. It was built by Mark Kirby (RIP) in 1995. It is superchaged (B&M blower) with a Potvin super 3/8. Any suggestions for replacement...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-12-2022, 08:01 AM
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Replies: 393
Views: 358,990
Re: Engine temp rises when I get to cruise speed
So Ronnie, on your blown engines do run 25 d at full boost?? Mine runs 5lbs of boost but as stated my boost retard scales it back anywhere from 1 to 3 d per pound of boost. I usually set it for 2 d...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-09-2022, 07:36 AM
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Replies: 393
Views: 358,990
Re: Engine temp rises when I get to cruise speed
I have a similar setup, blown 286" flathead. The first thing I would suggest is put a boost retard system in. If you are running only 18 d total that is not enough for the times you are NOT on boost,...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-04-2022, 08:28 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 4,350
Re: Camshaft choices
I use a 8" in my blown 3 window with no problems. It is 50 lbs lighter than a 9" and takes less HP to drive it. CAUTION: Do not use a early 8" which is readily distinguished by a lack of...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-20-2022, 08:40 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,869
Re: Adjustable Lifters
I bought lifters from Flathead Jack, along with a Potvin cam made by Schneider about 4 years ago just before he closed his doors. Your lifters are made be JAX and be initial viewing they look to be...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-25-2022, 11:23 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 723
Superior Car Parts??
Is Superior Car parts still around and are they making roadster top irons?? No luck yet in contacting them..
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-22-2022, 11:26 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,405
Re: Black single stage paint.
My steel '33 roadster was painted with Summit Racing 2 part, single stage urethane. I am happy with the results and definitely the price. All done by myself in a "wetted down" garage.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-14-2022, 11:48 AM
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Replies: 50
Views: 4,970
Re: gas millage
Absolutely true ol' Ron! I watched a very good video with David Vizard, a highly respected engine builder/tuner. He emphasized the use use of vacuum advance on a street machine, using manifold...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-14-2022, 11:38 AM
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Replies: 75
Views: 7,443
Re: 33 out west
We up here in Canada are at $2.00 ltr. We have PM Trudeau to thank for his insane carbon tax and fuel conservation tax largely responsible!!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-11-2022, 03:14 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 4,970
Re: gas millage
It's a lot more than $5.00 per Imperial gallon!! It's about $2.00/ltr Can.
There are about 4.5 ltrs in a Imp. gallon so that's about $9.00 gallon. Our dillusional PM has brought in carbon taxes...
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