Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
Yesterday, 06:53 AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
Yesterday, 06:51 AM
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Re: Help with a recent 8ba rebuild
You can do what was mentioned up above - to be sure your timing is correctly set . . . or you can explore other distributor options. Even with the initial timing set correctly, you'll still have an...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
Yesterday, 06:44 AM
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Re: Columbia two speed differentials
They are one of the few choices if you want to have an overdrive and not put a bunch of modern gear in an early car. With that said, they are expensive to buy and to get ready to use - but you'll...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-29-2024, 06:14 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-28-2024, 01:46 PM
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Re: 276 stroker from 35 years of parts
Those valves are perfectly fine . . . carry on!
If you have a lathe, take some 800 grit black/carbide sandpaper and polish the stems. Or use a high-speed drill. ;)
Put some good...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-28-2024, 11:33 AM
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Replies: 141
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Re: 276 stroker from 35 years of parts
Your seat width looks quite wide on the valve that was lapped. Are you doing multi-angle seats - such that you can control the width and placement of the 45 degree seat?
You want the seat further...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-28-2024, 08:38 AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-27-2024, 09:12 AM
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Replies: 14
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-27-2024, 09:10 AM
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Replies: 141
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Re: 276 stroker from 35 years of parts
I bet that ole' cornhead grease would be just fine in your situation. You don't have much spring pressure, so you'll probably be just fine. I use a special lubrication that is designed for cams...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-26-2024, 10:23 AM
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Replies: 13
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Re: Removing perch bolt for repair
Another thing to consider is using some big C-Clamps and then slowly disassembling the spring pack - such that only the main leaf is attached to the perches.
This usually takes the vast majority...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-25-2024, 06:57 AM
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Replies: 141
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Re: 276 stroker from 35 years of parts
It is best to have an actual gear puller . . . if you use a 3-jaw you'll probably only get it onto the teeth and it is very easy to break them off. Ask me how I know such things! LOL
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-25-2024, 06:54 AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-25-2024, 06:47 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 1,380
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-22-2024, 08:54 PM
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Replies: 141
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Re: 276 stroker from 35 years of parts
Since you're putting a new cam in the engine, you should consider having the bottoms of the lifters resurfaced as well. Pete on here can do that for you - I highly recommend having it done (is not...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-22-2024, 01:49 PM
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Replies: 18
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Re: Compression and flow
The problem with a definitive answer is that the only one that is accurate is "it depends".
Having higher compression is a big benefit in a flathead for normal off-the-line performance, cruising a...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-17-2024, 12:52 PM
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Replies: 27
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Re: Narrow V8 Rear Axle
We're on the same page . . . and I hope my recommendations of how to effectively modify a V8 style rear for width, added strength and the ability to use the brakes you have works for you.
Best...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-17-2024, 07:33 AM
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Re: Isky 404A cam - Harley Davidson grind?
I've checked the double springs against the Isky 185-G springs and the 185-G springs are actually better. I have no idea as to why Ed created the dual-spring package . . . other than to claim it was...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-16-2024, 08:12 AM
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Replies: 24
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Re: 8BA Flathead Ford Crankshaft Pulley Install
At least you can now sleep at night! Isn't it funny how we can start worrying about something like this . . . and it just plagues our mind until we go check it out and either see there is no problem...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-16-2024, 08:09 AM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy Belated Birthday Ron! My Mom just turned 91 on the first . . . and like you, she is still a vibrant and wonderful person. Keep on moving . . . and get to 92!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-16-2024, 08:07 AM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-15-2024, 12:19 PM
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-15-2024, 12:17 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 1,317
Re: 8BA Flathead Ford Crankshaft Pulley Install
That big ole' bolt will take a lot more torque than 60 lbs - though the washer that goes with it may deflect. I would not worry about it in the least. If you're nervous, check it with a torque...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-15-2024, 12:12 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,747
Re: Narrow V8 Rear Axle
Best solution: Banjo axle, updated with late 28 spline axles with a 5 x 5 1/2 bolt pattern, new axle bearing ends for using the Lincoln backing plates and brakes, modified differential and ring...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-14-2024, 09:03 AM
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Replies: 48
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Re: NOS 8RT camshaft
You're going to have a great engine and you'll be surprised how much power it has down low . . . you'll soon be a dyed in the wool hot-rodder! LOL
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-14-2024, 09:00 AM
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Replies: 11
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