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i read that the way to test compression is with a warmed up engine. What if the engine is out of the car or non-running? Any ways around that?...
Would anyone happen to know the specs of the 56 265 "power pack" engine? Particularly cam and compression. i want to know how they got 240hp...
Should thread sealant be used on vacuum fitting the screw into the intake manifold? Note: i'm talking about the part that screws into the...
--quadrajet --HEI --can't really get it to run under 900 rpm anymore. --Immediately stalls when put in gear. --Can't start/re-start when hot.
i'm sorry to write a book about this, but i feel this is the only way we'll solve it. Background: quadrajet HEI ignition Stock-ish cam---like...
Specifically Chevy starters: 1) What was the purpose of having the staggered bolt pattern vs. inline/straight bolt pattern. The staggered...
Any tips on getting the shaft out of an HEI distributor? [IMG] i managed to get it this far by gently tapping with a hammer at the gear...
Anyone know where to get a 5/16" to 7/16" barb hose reducer? Prefer brass, but will consider others.
Fuel line size and it's effect (if any) on pressure and volume? Please discuss freely.
Need part #'s and specs for this kind of filter: [IMG] Please list the return orifice size if any, and corresponding part #'s. If no orifice...
Need garage heating ideas that hopefully don't involve combustion. Or, if they do involve combustion, then the exhaust is easy to remove and not...
Bumped into this by accident. You may or may not find it useful..............: https://shop.classicinstruments.com/classic-boneyard
RE: Air filter/Air filter housing flange size??? i know with the small base 2G's it's 2 5/8". But for the large base 2G's, how do you know if...
https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Moroso-26100-Distributor-Timing-Indicator,586.html The instructions state that this tab will raise the distributor...
Don't have time to watch the whole thing right now, but i thought i'd pass it along: The guy seems hard-core: If it's been posted before, then i...
Please describe, in great detail, the exact procedure(s) involved in completely cleaning the inside of a fuel tank of fuel/fuel vapors etc. in...
1) i am looking for a water pump that is: a) Aluminum b) standard flow. i don't want (and don't think i need?) "high-flow;" Everything is...
Lots of bitchin FX/AWB cars for you. i don't have time to watch the whole thing----i have to attend to my DD (which is another story in...
Any tips for backyard tire shaving OR how to find someone with the right machine? Thanks.
There is wierd stuff going on at photobucket, which is not totally unexpected or shocking to me. Do you know of any other photo hosting sites...
These, somehow, popped up in my feed; i'm spending too much time on the 'Tube: [MEDIA] [MEDIA] [MEDIA] [MEDIA] [MEDIA] Feel free to add,...
As you may know, small block chevy crank snouts can't really handle the stress from a roots supercharger. What's involved in putting a big block...
Need a GPS odometer solution. Stipulations: Must be inexpensive, yet high-quality and functional. Speedometer function would be nice too, but not...
1) What are some good brands of quality alternators? (gm) 2) What is the best alternator, money no object?
i "heard" roller cams don't get adequate lubrication during long periods of low rpm idling:...
[(In light of the recent, "Think before you post" thread...............:D) and yes, i did check the search function.] How do multiple engines, in...
i discovered this site, while searching for something unrelated, as a source for parts and cars. Not totally HAMB friendly, but not 100%...
SBC, quadrajet, electric pulse type pump mounted in engine bay. 1) Got stuck in stop and go traffic(mostly stop) for about 40 mins. Idled fine...
This has probably been discussed a zillion times, but let's drag it thru the mud one more time for my benefit.......;) The egr valve on my...
i am having to run an electric pump because i'm running a newer sbc block with no mechanical pump provisions or pushrod hole. 1) Can i run a...
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