The Jalopy Journal
What are the steps in replacing the front oil pan/timing cover rope seal on a 59A flathead. And any tips to do and look out for that will make...
I just ordered a pair of shortened 32` from speedway. We`ll see how it goes!!! They also have the lowered top frame. Anyone have any input on the...
Thanks guys for the info
Want to put a chopped (2") windshield on my 30` roadster street rod. Where does anyone find the short windshield stanchions(posts) to fit the...
Has anyone put a sbc in a 51 ford coupe? If so what things need to be changed, added, such as radiator, motor mounts, transmission adapters and so on?
I will take some pictures this morning.
Pulled head this afternoon and it did not have a blown head gasket. I stuck a long rod in the bolt hole and it went in about 7" before it bottomed...
Its a newly rebuilt 59A. How would the head gasket being "blown" cause antifreeze to come up thru the head bolt?
Before I can find a vacuum leak to deal with the high idle mentioned in an earlier post I have another problem. I mentioned earlier that I had...
The engine is a newly rebuilt 59A with 2 stromburg 97s. Uncle Max rebuilt the carbs. New radiator, intake and chevy distributor rebuilt by Bubba.
Started the flathead yesterday. Can not get the idle to go below 1800. Got the timing on TDC and 30 degrees of dwell but the idle will not go...
That link you had, Glen, is the one I installed. I should have backed out the adjustment as far as it would go and start from there. I am going to...
Av8 with original gas tank. Installed a Holly Elect fuel pump and regulator in engine compartment to fuel (2) Stromburg 97`s. Regulator was...
You guys are great. Thank you for all the good advise.
Two questions. (1) I am going to put speed bleeder screws in the wheel cylinders-Can I leave them in or do I need to put the regular ones back in...
Thank you Alchemy for your honesty. Ok, I`am not sure how to get that 6:1 ratio but will explain how I adjusted the pedal. I pulled the pedal back...
The pedals are Model A mounted on an adapter kit from Clings Aftermarket parts. The push rod is part Mustang with an extension welded on to reach...
Yes, the shoes are adjusted properly using the procedure in the Ford Manual that ClarkH is showing in this post. The push rod is as far in as I...
Having a problem getting a firm brake pedal. I have a dual compartment 67` mustang MC mounted on the frame, all 40` ford brake parts. Have a 10lb...
Well, I guess I need to a much better job of Thinking out the situation!!! How many shades of RED do you think my face got after reading these...
Where can i find a neutral safety switch for my AV8? Have a 39` Ford floor shift. How are they hooked up? Thanks
Thank you guys for the clarification on the distributor rotation. I should have included a bit more info, in that the dist housing is 8BA. Walt...
OK, I`ve seen several posts here about which way the firing order rotation should be when a Chevy distributor is used in a flat head. Some say...
Thank you guys for the help. Starting to rewire, plumb the fuel system and finish the interior. When done I will change my avatar. I have...
I am using a round cylindrical style with high voltage studs on either side and the small "S" and "I" studs in front.
Moving on to my next move. Does the Ford style starter solenoid need to be grounded? I was going to mount it on the wood toe board in this AV8...
Hey Guys, DUH!!! I must have had a senior moment. You are all correct. It does have an internal regulator. Thank you for your input in any case....
Hey guys. I am running a single wire GM alternator, GM distributor and Ford (external solenoid and starter) on a 59A flathead. Should I use the GM...
Thank you for the info gentlemen.
It is a 12v chevy I got at the local auto parts store. The package said to use with external resistor.
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