Electric fuel pump to prime???
I read the old posts on adding a low capacity electric pump to prime the carb after sitting. I understand to mount it at the tank and use either a relay or fuse. Here's a question about this we debated...
View Article'41 Plymouth p12 cast engine #'s
I was wondering if anyone could help me with decoding my engine #- it is L230*II539I*. Because of the 230 in the cast #, i was wondering if someone has changed the engine from a 201 to a 230? Thanks!
View Article250/Powerglide into '62GMC PU
I've got a '62GMC PU which I just inherited. It's got the original 305V6 w/4speed, but it spun a crank bearing. No good. I don't want to rebuild this motor as it's not high value and a gas hog. My hope...
View Articlerestoring low compression??to pass emissions
A buddy of mine has 97 honda civic. Here in Atlanta he can't get his tag b/c the check engine light is on. The computer reads random misfire. I ran a compression test and found two cylinders(2 and 3 )...
View Articleblock casting
hiii all. today i buy a block for cheap. ists i think a 350 with dome pistos, but im not sure , i think maybe the casting is 3970814 or 3870844 i cant realy see it good.. i tryd to send a ic but it...
View ArticleBar's head gasket 100% bad
Some people wonder if they should use Bar's Permanent Head Gasket Fix and the answer to this question is very simple: it will cause severe engine damage beyond repair and the overheated engine needs to...
View Article383 misfire/cutout/bog at high rpm
I have a fresh built sbc 383 that cuts out at 5k rpm like clockwork under load. I can stand on it and it runs very hard and strong right up to exactly 5k every time and falls on its face. feels almost...
View Articleoldsmobile 403 help
im looking at a 70 trans am its a automatic so i know it not a 400 poncho but i havent popped the hood yet but im willing to say it a 403 olds i wanna get like 300 ponies out of it or more if possible...
View Articletoo high CR?
Hi, I'm considering buying a SBC 383 with the following specifications: - 1987+ 4 bolt main block - forged 4340 crank - Crower rods - SRP forged pistons, flattops with 5cc valverelief - AFR 195 street...
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SHP 400ci block questions.
Hello everybody, As I have some multiple questions on my engine project let me for introduce myself. I'm Peter, 32 years and living in the Netherlands (Europe). I already have my '81 Corvette for 11 or...
View ArticleEngine running at ATDC
I bought a 1978 Chrysler LeBaron with a 318 V8 engine. I bought this car from the original owner and the car still had the Lean Burn System which left me stranded when I tried to take the car to the...
View ArticleSBC Pulleys
I am building a 400 SBC and recently purchased a new crank and water pump pulley. When I tried to install them they do not clear each other on the outside diameter. The crank pulley OD is approx. 7...
View Article351w vs 351m
just blue up my 351w,,,all the con rod bearing are gone, not there any more, but have a 351m sittin the the back 40,,,i know there not the same, but are any parts interchangable....will the w heads fit...
View Article76 pontiac F/B 350 2 brl.
Most of the time after driving the car for an hour or so and I park it back in the garage and close up shop the shop is smells like gas . I've changed EVERYTHING but the return steel line and the...
View ArticleRunning hot?
Now that I've put some miles on my build I have gotten a feel for my running temps and think they seem a little high compared to others with similar setups. Maybe you can help me with this. I'm running...
View Articleholley carbs
holley carbs, 6929 vs. 3310-2; used on a 1975 gmc 6500, tandum axle, 2 transmissions, 5 main 4 aux, low gear ratio 732 ? . pro & cons. total weight, truck and load 44,000 lbs. getting ready to...
View Articletunnel ram 302 windsor!! help!!
Hey all, coming at you from downunder. I've got myself a 302W in my 4x4 and i'm looking to do some mods. Basically its got a CJ5 jeep 3 speed and transfer in it, and ends in 4.11 gears. So gearing is...
View Articlewhat cam will work in this 454
I have a C10 with a 1972 454 that has flat top pistons,oval port heads, performer rpm intake manifold, a 600 cfm holley carb, and full length headers running to dual 3" exhaust. the cam that was in it...
View ArticleUnshrouding block for valve.......
Anyone have any info on whether making a slight chamfer on the block to help unshroud the intake valve makes sense, or makes more flow/power? Ive done it before after seeing some buildups, but never...
View Article35 ford/LS style engine
Hello. I have been looking and I cannot find any info on anyone who has done a n LS style motor in a 35 ford. I am curious what problems I will have. 1. I want to carb it and run a t56(car is set up...
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