Need to ID a 305 or 350 engine
I got a 1983 Camaro to day guy told me it was a 350 NOT stock to the car. I'm trying to find out if it is really a 350 or a 305. I can not get to the back of the heads to check them number or the back...
View ArticleNeed right terminology!
I need a couple of gas tank bolts to clip though a hole in the frame that have an anchor on them to keep them from turning. Problem is I don't know what they are called. looked at McMaster Carr to no...
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MSRA Back to the 50's
I attended the 40th Back to the 50's as a participant on Friday. The day started at 3:40 am when I was woke up by non-stop thunder and lightning. Then the rain and wind hit. I checked the radar and it...
View Article455 run temperature
I have a 71 skylark with a 455 .030 over. I have duel 14" 1250cfm electric fans, 4 core radiator with a custom shroud. I also have a 160 degree high flow thermostat. The rear end is .308 gears so its...
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'94 SAAB 900, carburetor swap.
Hey guys, Seeing as how my hot rod is down until I can tear it apart and replace the heads. I've decided to put some work into getting my commuter running better. I picked up this SAAB on a mechanics...
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Progress on 442 convertible
Have not been on in a while been busy working long hours. Posted some pics on the progress on this car, took the body off the chassis and started the bodywork and skim coating the pitted chassis...
View ArticleBurning oil?
OK, so as it says, I'm burning oil, at idle its fine, no smoke or anything, same as start up, all good there. But under accel its smoking, blue smoke, def oil. It runs fine. But I'm concerend. Checked...
View ArticleHelp needed on timing
I am hoping if someone can guide me on this ignition setup I am running. It is HEI on a SBC. Cam is 230º @ .050" and .490" lift on 9.9:1 CR on Vortec heads. Aside from the carb being way too lean, the...
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1931 chevy 5 window coupe build thread
Ok guys, this is what I started with. Original motor, trans., and rear. Attached Thumbnails Â
View Article3 or 4 series carrier
How do i tell the differance between a 12 bolt truck 3 and 4 series carrier?
View ArticleUnfortunate Starter problems ?
I have an old 69 Nova that was sitting around for a couple years (built it 10 yrs ago). I ordered some parts and upgrades so I could refresh it (gas tank, seats, etc etc) to get it back on the road....
View Articlebest cleaner, before paint
My fender has filler and bare spots, sanded and all set for epoxy primer, I want to make sure all dust, and film is off to the best I can. What should I use to wipe down just before applying my epoxy...
View Articlegrease boiling from under dust cap
I've got a 1990 Crown Vic that hadn't moved in some time until today. Got back from a test run and I had smoke coming from the D/S front wheel well, found grease boiling out from under the dust cap and...
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new paint and wheels
heres a few pics of my diesel after paint, airbrushing and new wheels..... still have to finish cleaning, installing the bed rail caps nad maybe re-installing my camper top...... kinda growing on me...
View ArticleNew sbc 406
Hello everyone new to site first post wanted some opinions on new build just completed. SBC 400 509 block studed mains zero decked Scat crank and 5.7 i-beam rods KB 22cc dished pistons 230/230 4.80...
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Pontiac 455 build (on a budget)
Figured I'd start a build thread and throw in some pictures.. Picked up a 455 short block this morning for 75 bucks. Casting 9799140 drilled for 4 bolt mains, but currently two. Has been sitting for...
View ArticleHidy Do
Working on a 71 Chevelle..I need a motor and interior...any pictures, information , items for sale would be great.. Thanks Alabama Chevelle
View Articlechevelle front end sitting too high!!
I recently bought a nice 69 chevelle and put a built 327 and th400 in it but the front end still sat like there was no motor or trans. I bought brand new small block coil springs and installed them to...
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