Recent content by Dave Jones

Thanks Terry and Ken, I will look in tio the power valve. I did not take note of the #, and the kit came with two. One was a little different ( had a lower profile and not so pronounced plunger.) Also what float level is common? I set it at 1 1/4". I will also have a peep at the main jets to see...

Hi Tony, I would like to get in touch with Skip if possible to set up my distributor. I sent you a pm. Thanks, Davy

Great info guys! Thanks Davy

Back again for a couple more questions. I got my old girl running pretty good after some good advice from some of you good folks. It was running pretty bad when I got it so I did a compression test, vacuum test, installed the correct plugs, rebuilt the carb, removed the distributor and set...

I checked the compression today an it was 60-70 across the board.That seems low to me. I saw one chart that said it should be 100. I did the vacuum test an it held pretty steady at 15 inches. I pulled the carb and checked the accelerator pump was stuck and the plunger rubber had popped off. So...

Thanks for the input guys! I considered I may have a valve seating issue but I have not done a compression test as of yet. I put my had to the exhaust and did not feel any negative pressure. I have no idea what the range should be but I figure if it is nearly the same across the board I may be...

I am new to the old cars and need some help. I have a 41 sedan super deluxe that needs a bit tuning. it tends to pop and backfire a bit when getting into the throttle. Seems to be a lean condition. Has a little flutter also so I figure possible point or timing issues as well. It runs very smooth...

Hello, I just ran across this site looking for fixes on my 1941 Ford sedan super deluxe. I it all original and is still 6volt. My first flathead v8 so I am kinda in the dark on the whole thing. I have beem a mechanic the better part of my life so I like tinkering around with stuff. This car is...