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porting heads
i just found these pictures from where i "ported" my dart iron eagles a while back. basically, i streamlined the valve guide bosses, removed the ridge below the valve seat, polished the combustion...
View Article84 305 runs then bogs out.
Please help. I have an 84 305 in my jeep and I cant seem to figure out why it keeps bogging out randomly after a while of going down the road. The if you let the engine sit for 3 minutes it will start...
View Articleengine rebuild
im in the process of rebuilding a 389 motor and putting it in a 67 tempest custom,im getting a cam with 488 lift roller rockers and 650 carb and getting engine decked,ive read if I wouldn't put...
View Article383 question
ok the block on my 406 let go on me it a scat 4340 crank with 3.750 stroke 6.000 h beam rods dart iron eagle heads with a howards roller cam .600 lift with intake duration @ .050 of 257 and exhaust...
View ArticleHELP ME! Neophyte hungry for help Marine engines
I have a long term plan. It is to build retro wooden runabouts with Mohogany skin(s) and composite materials to decrease weight, improve strength and minimize the effects of water and uv on the craft....
View Articlechevy 235 freeze plugs
hello im about to instal new freeze plugs on my 235 chevy engine I bought a complet set of new plugs there is two big plugs for the back of the engine but one plug is very different from the other it...
View ArticleSbc 350 detonation
I recently moved from Florida to oklahoma and had to start using octane 91 from previous 93. I always had to use a premium fuel to keep from detonation. When I shut the ignition off, the car tries to...
View ArticleNeophyte hungry for help Marine engines
I have a long term plan. It is to build retro wooden runabouts with Mohogany skin(s) and composite materials to decrease weight, improve strength and minimize the effects of water and uv on the craft....
View ArticleBest fuel line for pump gas
A few years ago I redid my fuel delivery using Summit "twist tite" fuel line. I don't know if the disclaimer was there then or not at that time, but now the same part number says "NHRA approved, not...
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Need Help Determining Water Pump Style
I'm about to purchase a power steering bracket for my sbc, but I forgot to measure the size of my water pump to determine if it's a short or long. The stamp on the pump is GM 864780. I searched for the...
View Article383 In the works
Hello, I have little experience putting together performance engines. I do however work on heavy duty diesel engines for a job. I also build Jeeps for fun. Performance wise I am late to the game....
View ArticleHard Start After Warmed Up
I have a 58 Edsel Corsair with a 475 ci. When the engine is cold it doesnt labor when cranking/starting and cranks normally. After its good and heated up and I turn it off and attempt to start it after...
View Articlesbc distributor/water pump
I recently purchased an sbc 350 long block assembly with converter and 700r for what I consider to be a very reasonable price. I intend to retro-fit into a 55 stude . I am converting the engine from a...
View Article010 sbc 350
Im looking to build my 010 sbc 350 to put it in my 87 iroc. The block has been machined , magnafluxed , line honed , and decked as well as line bored. I'm looking for experienced sbc builders u have a...
View ArticleNeed break in recommendations 327 Chevy
My 1969 327 ci Chevy engine was professionally rebuilt in an engine shop. It is 30 over with a mild cam, 4bbl Edelbrock carb and about 1 hour total running time on a test stand. I originally put 10/30...
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Identify my Barry Grant Carb ?
Purchased a motor, carb cam with it just trying to find out what exactly it is so I can put it up for sale. Our local swap meet is this up coming weekend. Thanks much !!! RT477953 D608 34
View ArticleBad 400cid steam holes
I had a set of aluminum assault heads to me sbc 400 drilled for steam holes. I put them on and now coolant is seeping into my oil!!! When I drain my oil I can see a constant drip of coolant. What...
View ArticleVortec heads 906 & 062
I have one of each of these heads and just not sure if I want to use 2 different castings.I would think would probably be ok but what are some of your opinions on this.
View Articlemeasuring mains/rods ect
I have a dial bore gauge and getting ready to measure my crank and mains/rods,ect. Does a guy put the bearings in and then measure for clearances or do the bore and add the thickness of the bearing?...
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