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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-25-2022, 08:12 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,913
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Stromberg Distributor Question

I fitted one to my 59a in my 32 roadster... ran perfect, just make sure you use the right coil, he leads etc.standard leads will not work properly.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-25-2022, 11:28 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 613
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Drips, delays and a trip down broken bolt alley.

I was watching that bolt and waiting for the snap..��..great save, that old clamp came to the rescue��.

Loved the Prescott footage too, that new box seems to have been well worth the agro.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-26-2022, 07:04 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,004
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Excessive crank end float.

Mart, I had this same problem with a French motor. When the motor was being reassembled we noticed the excessive end float and came to a stop. I sold the engine to Jim T and told him about the...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 08-11-2022, 11:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 919
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Part 5 of Mart's crazy gearbox swap. Overdrive to Torque tube. Will it work?

I’m an avid watcher.... love the “ can do” attitude... great work Mart on the actual job and the videos.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-23-2022, 02:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,061
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Mart's 32 at the Pendine VHRA Hot Rod Races. Part 2. Sunday and Monday.

Great videos Mart.... how’d you get off the motorway ??
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-10-2022, 02:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,564
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Door skin “ oil canning “

I had a 40 coupe years ago ... it was an unfinished project and was painted bright yellow. I didn’t like the colour and stripped it off😣... the body was solid but some moron had sand blasted it and...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-08-2022, 12:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,564
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Door skin “ oil canning “

Did 32 roadsters come from the factory with the bitumen coating inside the body?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-15-2022, 10:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 521
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Pulley size ?

I noticed your vids on the subject Mart.. the previous owner said that he drove it for miles and miles without any issues... he changed the voltage ref three times but it made no difference...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-14-2022, 03:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 521
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Pulley size ?

The motor is a 40/41 in a 32 roadster..I’m not sure of the pulley size, I’ll have to measure it. ... I am just mulling over the theory and wondered if a smaller pulley size would give enough extra...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-14-2022, 02:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 521
Posted By Henry Hopper
Pulley size ?

I have a generator that only seems to put out 12.5v at higher revs.. during heavy traffic driving it hovers around 11/12v. If a smaller pulley was used would this give me the required voltage at...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-22-2022, 05:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,992
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Heater in 36 Ford

[QUOTE=Henry Hopper;2097465]Sorry I’ve no pictures but I fitted an old heater in my 36 Cabriolet... I mounted it on the raised centre section of the firewall. It was tight but I think it looked...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-22-2022, 05:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,992
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Heater in 36 Ford

Sorry I’ve no pictures but I fitted an old heater in my 36 Cabriolet... I mounted it on the raised centre section of the firewall. It was tight but I think it looked better centred than off to one...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-12-2021, 03:46 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,838
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Stromberg 97 adjust

They should be able to turn by finger pressure... if tight you can use a washer to fit in the slot to turn them.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-09-2021, 09:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,718
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Stromberg question

Problem solved ... I fitted the new Stromberg and bought a Filter King regulator and gauge unit.... runs a treat now👍
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-07-2021, 05:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,718
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Stromberg question

The carb is one of Clive’s .
I’ve also ordered a fuel pressure regulator and gauge as the car has an electric fuel pump and I’m half convinced this may be part of the problem.

We’ve recently...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-06-2021, 03:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,718
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Stromberg question

I did notice that the springs were weak or short as they didn’t seem to be doing much in the way of compressing.

I went though the plug leads today just to see if I’d missed something but all are...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-06-2021, 02:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,718
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Stromberg question

The plugs are new( about 120 miles ago).. the soot was soft and just brushed of with a scotchbrite pad, so I doubt I’ve done any damage to them, likewise the distributor was fitted new at the same...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-05-2021, 01:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,718
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Stromberg question

I’ve ordered a new carb so hopefully that’ll do it.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-05-2021, 07:47 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,718
Posted By Henry Hopper
Stromberg question

I’ve just been out in the roadster and thought I’d do a bit of routine maintenance when I got home.
The car was running fine. I checked the plugs and found them a bit sooty .
I cleaned them and...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-03-2021, 03:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,771
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Mart's 32 takes on Prescott Hill! VHRA GOW! 2021.

Great vid Mart... hope to be there next time....hope you sort the misfire out without too much drama... look forward to the next video and seeing what you found��
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-14-2021, 03:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,091
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Mart's update: 2021 No11. 32 Sedan Project Pt. 31. Edging ever closer!

Another great episode Mart.... are you going to fire it up before the body goes on?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-09-2021, 04:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,379
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: oil bath to air filter

What oil do you use in the air cleaner? Engine oil or some other type ?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-09-2021, 03:43 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,735
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Changing a 36 steering box for a 37

An excellent upgrade and well worth the effort. I did this to my 36 Cabriolet and the difference was noticeable.I was ready for the fight with the 36 mounting bracket but in the end it was pretty...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-14-2020, 02:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,056
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: Stromberg e fire distributor

Great product and great back up service if needed.... lots of my friends have them and swear by them...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-23-2020, 12:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 690
Posted By Henry Hopper
Re: 32 Build Pt16: Axle. 59 Flatty Pt10: Liners. Plus Classics at Gaydon!

Great stuff Mart... I enjoy my visits to the garage ...
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