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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-05-2015, 09:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,629
Posted By lecktrix
Re: Can we date this photo??

Id probably give my left arm for one of those engine assembly line rollers.... Anyone ever seen them for sale?
Forum: Early V8 12-22-2014, 12:59 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,154
Posted By lecktrix
WTB A fresh V8 4" or better

Is there anyone out there that has a fresh built 36-48 stroker that they need to sell... I have cam, heads, etc... I just need a fresh built 'short' block Los Angeles, Vegas, Reno areas? Message me...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-19-2014, 11:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,167
Posted By lecktrix
Flathead Jack Oil Pans

Hello all... Has anyone used Flathead Jacks oil pan for a 39-48? They are a little pricey, so Id like to hear pros and cons from you guys that have used them.
Anyone have a picture of a motor with...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-18-2014, 05:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,999
Posted By lecktrix
Re: My flathead engine

Sanborn... Beautiful!! Can ya give us some info? Cam, Bore/stroke, CR?

Ol' Ron... How does the run stand ruin the rings? And damn good idea on the spare tire!!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-12-2014, 11:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,737
Posted By lecktrix
Re: Early Turbo Project

Fordestes... No I am going to put 97's on the turbo intakes with some small adapters, and the turbo outlets will go up directly into an Edelbrock Dual Manifold. My main issue is going to be oiling....
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-11-2014, 11:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,737
Posted By lecktrix
Early Turbo Project

I had a few people asking for updates on my turbo project. Its going, but slow... My damn job got in the way..haha Anyways.. The headers are almost done, then I have to build the carb boxes, intake...
Forum: Early V8 11-21-2014, 12:46 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 873
Posted By lecktrix
1936 Drop Steering/Ignition Truck Wanted

Hello all... Im looking for a drop column ignition set for my 1936 ford truck... I dont want a nice restored unit. Im looking for a used complete unit. My truck is a daily driver and doesnt need...
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 08-26-2014, 01:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,697
Posted By lecktrix
Re: Can anyone help me date this frame?

Thanks guys... Maybe ill hold out for a later frame, but for free it might do. Its definately not going anywhere. Id love to find a later 30's frame to do. But if im going to flip the front, and Z...
Forum: Model T (1909-1927) 08-25-2014, 06:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,697
Posted By lecktrix
Can anyone help me date this frame?

I have a 1930/31 body that im looking for a frame for. The guy tells me that its a T frame that was converted into a hay hauler in the 40's. He will give it to me if I want it. Its in the weeds and...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-12-2014, 10:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,878
Posted By lecktrix
V8 Aftermarket oil pans... Who made them?

Hello all... Im putting an oddball motor together and im wondering how many different custom/private production oil pans were avail for the 37-48 engines? Does anyone have any names/manufacturers...
Forum: Questions & Suggestions 08-12-2014, 12:00 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,373
Posted By lecktrix
Not able to reply in Swap Meet

Hello... I cannot reply to anything in the Swap Meet. Im having to PM the sellers. Any ideas?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-08-2014, 11:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,802
Posted By lecktrix
Re: Where do you buy header pipe and bends?

Thanks guys... I have all my material on its way... Now I have to start building.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-07-2014, 10:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,802
Posted By lecktrix
Re: Where do you buy header pipe and bends?

Goggle?? Lol... I just pulled my grandkid out of the pool and he had his 'Goggles' on..

Ive been there... Search Google for header pipes and you have no idea what you get... Yes, im a helluva...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-07-2014, 05:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,669
Posted By lecktrix
Re: Where do you buy header pipe and bends?

Thanks guys... I bought my flanges from Reds and bought a 1 5/8 tube kit from summit.. I will post my progress on the Early V8 page... sorry for putting it in the wrong spot.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-07-2014, 03:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,802
Posted By lecktrix
Re: Where do you buy header pipe and bends?

Ok... Ive decided to buy my flanges from Reds, and I got a weld up 1 5/8 kit from Summit for $99 free shipping! If work doesn't get in the way (damn almighty dollar), I should be able to start...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-07-2014, 12:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,802
Posted By lecktrix
Re: Where do you buy header pipe and bends?

Seth.. I live in a town of 250 people and its 30 miles in either direction to another town. I have two gas stations (no mechanics) and a Subway Sandwich shop. I rely heavily on this little box and...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-07-2014, 12:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,802
Posted By lecktrix
Where do you buy header pipe and bends?

Hello all... Im getting ready to mock up a twin turbo setup on one of my spare motors.. Its going to be on one of my 41' V8 motors.

My question is, where do you buy header tubing, 45. 90, and U...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-07-2014, 12:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,669
Posted By lecktrix
Re: Where do you buy header pipe and bends?

Just noticed that I posted in the wrong forum... Should have been in Early V8

Seth.. Ive been thinking about it for a long time.. Very rare to see one, so Im gonna just do it.. I know its not the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-07-2014, 12:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,669
Posted By lecktrix
Where do you buy header pipe and bends?

Hello all... Im getting ready to mock up a twin turbo setup on one of my spare motors.. Its going to be on one of my 41' motors.

My question is, where do you buy header tubing, 45. 90, and U...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-06-2014, 05:25 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 13,131
Posted By lecktrix
Re: L100 Cam

Count me in for a L100 for my '41.. I have a few good cores to send if you need.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-05-2014, 11:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,023
Posted By lecktrix
Re: '41 rebuild advice.. More hot rod than stock

After seeing the above post on the L100 cam, im hooked... I looked at a few youtube videos of the cam running and it sounds like what Im looking for.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-05-2014, 10:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,023
Posted By lecktrix
'41 rebuild advice.. More hot rod than stock

Hello again all...
Im going to put a motor together for my 36 Ford Truck that you see on my avatar... Its too rough for stock, and I like noise. Im going to keep it all stock, but id like to build a...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-28-2014, 11:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,104
Posted By lecktrix
Re: Man, I got dirty just thinking about this engine.

I just recieved four 1941 engines from a local mine that was a religious pennzoil user... Anything inside that I touched stained my skin black... I had my grease monkey use my craftsman tools to take...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-28-2014, 11:39 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,104
Posted By lecktrix
Re: Man, I got dirty just thinking about this engine.

Thats a Pennzoil killed block... Lots of people dedicated everything they had to one motor oil, and when you open up a true Pennzoil users motor, this is what it looks like. It was a wax based motor...
Forum: Early V8 07-28-2014, 01:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 892
Posted By lecktrix
Re: Hot August Nights.. Need a starter quick

Thanks everyone.. He found a alternator/starter re builder up there and its almost ready!!
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