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ClayMart liked 327Eric's post in the thread Folks Of Interest Corporate Thieves.....
Sorry for the confusion. Both summit and jegs as separate entities no longer sell Speedmaster products
Apr 25, 2024 at 1:33 PM -
ClayMart liked Budget36's post in the thread Folks Of Interest Corporate Thieves.....
I wasn’t being sarcastic, I actually thought I missed some allegiance between them But your reply makes sense.
Apr 25, 2024 at 1:33 PM -
ClayMart replied to the thread Folks Of Interest Corporate Thieves.....
I know this is wandering off-track a bit, but I still feel it needs a bit of clarification. The first quote seems to imply that Summit...
Apr 25, 2024 at 10:15 AM -
ClayMart replied to the thread Hot Rods Early Chevy Distributor.
I suspect that a lot of the issues with electronic ignition conversions are due to less than ideal installations. In general they tend...
Apr 24, 2024 at 11:39 AM -
ClayMart liked Rickybop's post in the thread Technical How to remove protective coating on raised white letter tires?.
curbs
Apr 23, 2024 at 9:33 AM -
ClayMart replied to the thread Technical Pre oiling engine.
It makes it a two man job. But I like the idea of having one person manning the drill motor driving the pump and a second pair of hands...
Apr 22, 2024 at 11:28 AM -
ClayMart liked Sharpone's post in the thread Technical Rebuilt 302 has no get up! Help..
I agree, something is fundamentally wrong, bad spark or off time, low compression or not enough fuel. Check all the basics cranking...
Apr 21, 2024 at 5:45 PM -
ClayMart liked ekimneirbo's post in the thread Technical Rebuilt 302 has no get up! Help..
What does the engine do when you put the trans in neutral and just try reving it? Does it labor or rev like a normal engine? Second...
Apr 21, 2024 at 5:41 PM -
ClayMart liked RodStRace's post in the thread Technical What is the best choice in spark plugs.
I don't know if it's worth bothering, but sparks like sharp edges to jump. Normal wear and Cleaning with blasting both round the...
Apr 21, 2024 at 9:15 AM -
ClayMart liked Bangingoldtin's post in the thread Technical 52 Buick straight 8 no power.
Unless it has been removed, check the exhaust damper valve at the outlet of the manifold. A lot of times it is frozen in a partially or...
Apr 21, 2024 at 9:08 AM -
ClayMart liked Oneball's post in the thread Technical 52 Buick straight 8 no power.
Check the throttle plate in the carb actually opens all the way.
Apr 21, 2024 at 9:08 AM -
ClayMart replied to the thread Technical 52 Buick straight 8 no power.
If the engine holds a fairly steady idle, check the manifold vacuum in neutral. You'll hopefully see a steady 16" to 19" of vacuum. Also...
Apr 20, 2024 at 11:03 PM -
ClayMart replied to the thread Art & Inspiration Interesting inexpensive Craigslist cars.
Never seen a passenger van with the extra LH rear side doors. Years ago I helped a friend do some work on an early Dodge van like yours...
Apr 20, 2024 at 1:56 PM -
ClayMart liked RodStRace's post in the thread Folks Of Interest Is Then and Now Still in Business?.
Finish the sentence! Don't want to work for that person or those wages. https://livingcost.org/cost/canada/on/ottawa The average cost...
Apr 20, 2024 at 10:46 AM -
ClayMart liked RodStRace's post in the thread Art & Inspiration Interesting inexpensive Craigslist cars.
Yep, I have an 8 door Dodge. I haven't seen production figures for any of the makes, but this is a rare option. I've mentioned...
Apr 19, 2024
