New Banger block in the works.

Perfect.

 

Well, Prus Jr. came to the shop with a couple of blocks he needs me to do some surfacing on, and we discussed the latest sample block as it sat outside the machining center still on the pallet. He is very optimistic that we can have this running and video it for YouTube.

When I was gun-drilling the main oil galley the coolant blasted out with impressive force once the drill opened up at the center intersection. We discussed altering the pattern to put a boss on the OD of the mail oil galley so a pressure relief valve can be put in. Easy addition to help keep oil pressure regulated.

I didn't take any pictures because I forgot my camera at home, but I fit the flywheel housing on the pins and bolted it on, bolted on the side cover and oil return tube, bolted on the front and front side covers, as well as the side water neck. I had to leave so I did not get time to once again put in manifold studs and bolt on the 2 manifolds. But, I have already done that so I know they look good. A head has also already been bolted on. A little bit more and it is finished and off to the build shop.

He LOVED the Winfield iron pictured above.

Tod

 

I like the sound of a pressure relief valve. Or a place to easily add one...

 

So do I--

Herb Kephart

 

Let's see how these look.

 

In the pictures above, I did not waste any time putting all nuts and bolts on since they will all be coming back off anyway. The head is a Snyder 5.5:1 head that I had at the shop. The Weber set up is Snyder's, which I am borrowing to make sure my new cast headers clear it.

The only things I have left to do are the obvious oil filler and dipstick holes, oil pan holes, cylinder boring, main cap stud holes (this one will not use through bolts like stock), and lifter bores. I have to try to fit this in when I can because every machine is busy.

Tod

 

Wow! How exciting. Great work there and it's moving along nicely. Beautiful to see!

 

Tod. Just, wow. Appreciate the updates.

 

I'm with BCCHOPIT! ^

Good thinking!

 

I'm heading to the foundry this morning to assemble the Crow's foot head mold.

Pictures when it is cast and machined.

EDIT: I assembled the mold today and in order to get it poured today for shake-out Monday, I opted to let Larry pour a class 40 Grey Iron alloy that will work. They weren't going to be pouring the class 30 used on the other 2 today, so we decided on this route. The owner, Corey Jarvis, is aware and will make sure it works. I figure it can only be a little stronger which is fine for a sample.

Tod

 

Great job Tod!!

 

Gentlemen, how about a warm welcome to TRUMBULLFOUNDRY!!!! That is my iron foundry's owner, and as you can see, he owns an A of his own. You really need to thank him for helping me to get as far as I am in these projects. He is doing everything he can to help me make this reality.

Tod

 

Welcome, And great job of casting.

 

... and Great job TRUMBULLFOUNDRY! This is great stuff to see happen.
-Dave

 

Todd,I am not a banger guy but I applaud your work on this project! I am glad there are talented, motivated people like you in the hobby! What a great project! the thread has been a fascinating read!

 

You guys make a great team....
Thank you both for doing the job the right way. We have been putting up with junk it's nice to see things changing for the better

 

I too welcome TRUMBULLFOUNDRY. Having been in the foundry business for over 20 years, I can say "foundry isn't easy". The amount of work that goes into a usable casting is unbelievable. Patterns, core boxes, gating and risering, you are usually trying to solve 2 problems at one time, both of which have the same symptom plus the atmospheric changes from day to day that can effect how a mold will fill or solidify. My hat is off to you and Tod. I watch this thread with great interest and I feel your pain.

Greg

 

Go baby go..... Welcome Trumbullfoundry!

 

I sent a test head to BCCHOPIT for testing on his race car. He should have it by Thursday. Stay tuned for news.

Tod

 

Just picked up the first Crow's foot iron sample. Looks every bit as nice as the other 2. I will try to machine it this week some time. Lot's going on the next few days.

Tod

 

Cats out of the bag.... I am stoked to try this bad boy out.

There will be up dates here and ford barn and lots of pics on Instagram @BCCHOPIT and my WAC Customs face book page.

 

Well banger brothers and sisters this head looks killer.... .

 

Sure does. When do you plan on installing it??

 

Hope to be terrorizing that streets next week end

 

Meh, looks okay. I'll be a believer when it's chugging down the street.

Tod

 

Have no fear Tod. Cousin Bill will be drifting his coupe through the snow with that in no time! And more importantly, when will you be ready to "TAKE MY MONEY"!?!?!?

 

Is there a trademark issue with putting the "Winfield" on the head? Just curious?

 

The cow's foot version is mostly machined. So far, so good.

Tod

 

Not sure, that's one reason I left it off of mine.

Tod

 

Just have to say that this venture is fantastic. As a technology guy, I always enjoy a re-invention true to form and function ... with all due respect to the original. Well done Tod.

On another note. When Ed Winfield died, I don't believe he had any heirs .... more so, at his time of death, these conversions were considered ancient history. I dunno' if and when he would have maintained the 5 year re-registration required to keep his trademark/trademarks intact. Hard to say ... but there is no telling if anyone else acquired rights to this same group of trademarks in question either.

I do know if one searches trademarks for Model B, or Winfield head, OHV or any combination of Ed Winfield designations ... nothing comes up in the patent office whatsoever. Expired ?? Who knows ??

I know you did all of the design work for the Pond big block Ford stuff ... it sure would look good to have your name within some sort of Winfield inspired marker on the top of the heads, and sides of those blocks. Pretty damned cool pursuit Tod. This whole thing blows me away.