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I had the same problem - there is a gasket under the power valve - it must be there and the valve must work - NOT DAMAGED. Changed out damaged power valve used the gasket - problem solved !!!

Glennpm - Ronnieroadster- and other knowledgeable folks: The CRC Gasket Remover works GREAT. Spray it on. wait 20 minutes or so, and then "go at it" with a cupped wire brush and a drill motor. I keep a bottle of the Moroso crack sealer and it works well. Head went on easily and torqued as...

Thanks to everybody for the info. I opened up the valve galley and it was full of an oil and water mix. This scares me. Do I have a cracked block? I matched up the head gasket with a new one. Seems like the one on the engine was for a big bore; the new one is somewhat smaller and fits better...

Pulled the head from my engine after an overheat problem. In the lower right side there is a cut-out in the head and block for water circulation. However, my head gasket has 5/16" hole even though the gasket has the die-cut imprint for the complete opening in the head and block. It was clear...

I love driving my Model A - it is therapy for me. I remember, as a child, being at peace when my parents and grandparents would take long rides on Sunday afternoons after church. I need this peace in my life after many years working in Washington, D.C. May the angles and saints great his soul.

1941/42 Light Truck Engines (2) The red one is completely rebuilt (sleeves, pistons, rings and bearing) and set up for a tractor or conversion to light truck. The other engine is complete but stuck and has the transmission. $1750 for both OR $1000 for the red rebuilt engine. Ph: 859-312-3145

1945 Gordon Smith Air Compressor on a tow-able trailer with new tires. I wanted to use this compressor for portable sandblasting as did the previous owner. He rebuilt the engine; babbit bearings, pistons and rings. Running well and pumping air. I scraped the idea of doing portable sandblasting...

I have two of the new 97's ($125 ea) and they work great. When you get them you must disassemble them and re-establish float level and tightness. Make sure the float level is 1/16" from the top and actually shuts off the fuel. Re-tighten and check for leaks with acetone. Set idle screws at 1.5...

The spark plug thread on a Model A is really a 22mm metric thread, HOWEVER, a 7/8" x 18 tap works as well. I use a 22mm tap; the 7/8" tap is a little tight. I clean up the threads with a 22mm and I use 3076 plugs for driving.

I have several engines, at various stages of completion, for sale. These engines (blocks) are ready to be finished and installed. (My kids do not want my cars, only the money… Bad Labor Day Picnic) 1. Model B, “diamond block”: pressured tested, magna-fluxed, bored .040 over with...

I have several engines, at various stages of completion, for sale. These engines (blocks) are ready to be finished and installed. (My kids do not want my cars, only the money… Bad Labor Day Picnic) 1. Model B, “diamond block”: pressured tested, magna-fluxed, bored .040 over with...

I have a '42 Convertible; same car '44 '45, '46, '47 and '48. Remember there is a "right" and "left" - same with quarter window frames. I have a set of front door regulators, '42--'48, I am going to sell. Go slow and check your parts.

I will downsize my parts but I just bought another Model A - a Roadster. My stuff goes into a "trust"; let them figure it out !!!!

The first question to ask is NOT how fast will it go but rather How Good Are The Brakes?

I can use a good used piston. The rings came out just fine. I am trying not to buy a new set @ $120.