Recent content by Admiral

Thanks, I'll check out the idle screws, though I did set them with a vacuum gage to get the highest reading possible. Maybe I had them out too far? As for jets, I checked what I have in stock and everything is a 51 from all the Holleys I've torn down, so I'd think that would still work in my...

To make a long story short, I was running an EBU center section (1” venturi) on my nearly stock 251-cubic-inch flathead V8. With the appropriate tall boosters, this setup ran well, though I heard using a smaller carb could be better for a mild engine like this, so I recently swapped in an 8BA...

Thanks, guys. I was leaning toward fiber as well. Seems like it will conform better to a somewhat irregular surface should the pan or plug be less than perfect. For less than $2 I'll get a stack of them. Thanks for the heads up. I'm running a 59L block, so yes, my car should have the large...

It's time to change the seal that goes on my car's oil drain plug. A small amount of oil is weeping out. It looks like I can get a copper gasket like the car has now or a fiber gasket. Is one better than that other? Any preference? Copper...

I second this. Fantastic write-up, Flathead Fever! Great info about replacing springs, and bits of metal causing noise.

Perfect. Thanks so much!

I'm getting ready to reassemble my 1951 Ford's chassis and had a quick question about the brakes. In a duo-servo setup, the LONG shoes go to the REAR of each assembly, right? I have the 1949-to-'51 shop manual, but it's nigh on impossible to tell what's what in the illustrations. Just wanted to...

I like headers on a flathead, but not for performance. With this engine's torturous exhaust routing through the block, I doubt headers increase power at all, but I like them because they can clean up the exhaust routing and I imagine they also help get heat out of the engine/engine compartment...

Great knowledge in this thread! Just curious, why are hardened valve seats not recommended? Isn't there a risk of prematurely pounding away the cast iron, especially if you're running an aftermarket cam and springs? Also, I would think Ford gradually removed the seats to save money, not build a...

I need to learn about voltage regulators. I understand the basics of how they function, but after reading service manuals and watching several YouTube videos I still don’t fully grasp the subject. Hopefully someone can spell things out in plain English. What are common problems to look out...

Love these travel logs!

I just use Sta-Lube GL4 gear oil in my '36. It's readily available on Amazon. I prefer the 85W90 oil as it shifts smoother and easier, however, I run the heavier 140W as it leaks less. I'm kicking myself for not installing O-rings on my car's transmission shafts. Anyway, both of these lubes are...

I've never talked with anyone at C&G, though I've ordered from them on more than a few occasions. Their prices are usually very fair and their shipping is fast and accurate. They get an A+ from me!

Just ordered some parts form him a week or two ago. Still waiting on Fastenal to deliver my new front spring, but Fred is very helpful and pleasant to deal with. Two thumbs up!

UPDATE: OK, after ruminating on this issue and spending a little time tinkering with the assembled transmission, I've discovered the problem. It turns out, the governor drive gear does not mesh with the corresponding gear on the output shaft! The governor that came with the transmission is not...