Hi, I'm trying to build a model of a 1950's style flathead powered dragster with a S.C.O.T. blower with dual carbs but I'm having trouble finding good information on how such an engine would be set up. Is there anyone here that could answer a few questions, or could anyone direct me to another more appropriate forum? Thanks in advance for any assistance. Dave Williams
Have you purchased a copy of Joe Abbin's "How to build a Super-Charged Flathead" Book. Pretty sure he has a SCOT blown example in there. https://www.amazon.com/Blown-Flathead-Build-Supercharged-Ford/dp/1880047810 Tony Thacker's Flathead book definetly covers a 2x2 SCOT blown flathead. This is also another good purchase. https://www.amazon.com/Ford-Flathea...654a3&pd_rd_wg=NkxZ0&pd_rd_i=1613252870&psc=1
Ignition - have seen photos with magnetos so would use one. Distant memory says mags are self-contained so no other wiring except to plugs. Fuel system - assuming the stock fuel pump wouldn't cut it. For a rail dragster, would the moon tank be pressurized or would an auxiliary pump be used? Cooling - Apparently for drag rails, the water hoses are just blocked off. Common arrangement looks like short section of hose then a plug at all 4 locations. Driveline - manual transmission or in/out box more typical? Premise is a low-buck rail put together by a couple of friends or a small rod club in the '50's. I've been building models since the middle '50's and have reached the point where I try to do a good bit of research to be accurate as I can.
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