Recent content by Eric T

Thanks for all the advice, gentlemen. Looks like I will have to get a better tool to install the next set.

Yes, I used a cam bearing installation tool.

I'm not concerned so much that the cam may not be running true. That might be the case if the cam had gone farther than 3/4 inch into the first bearing.

The order said "Enginetech model CC507"

With the weather finally starting to warm up a little, I decided to start re-assembling the 8BA for my 1950 Ford. I had bought the cam bearings from Rock Auto and installed them months ago, but waited to attempt installing the camshaft until today. It did not go well. as I fed the first cam...

My uppers measure about 1.3" The lowers are about 1.2" Of course, YMMV.

Thanks! I was worried I'd have to redo a bunch of work! Now I need to find or make one of those spiffy tools.

Thank you for this and all the details you included! I will surely be referring back to this when I get near the end of my engine build.

How close to centered should the control arms be attached to the inner support shafts? I just realized that when I reinstalled them, they are off center about 1/8". Or am I just overthinking this?

Thank you, Sir! I just got them and they look perfect!

Does anyone have recommendations for front shock absorbers on a 1950 Ford V8 Sedan? The cheapies on Rock Auto don't appear to have all the bushings needed.

Thanks for the information. While lighting is waaaaaaaaaay down the road on my 1950 Fordor, I was hoping I could find LED replacements .

I enjoy your channel immensely. Thanks for all you do.

Just thought I'd post an update on this: I was able to remove the snap ring that holds the large ring gear to the OD mainshaft, then tap the ring gear back toward the main gear box enough to release the main shaft. After that, the ring gear slipped right off. I'm not yet sure what had...

I have tried twisting against it as hard as I dare, back and forth with second and reverse locking the gears up. I have tried hammering with a brass rod at multiple points around the circumference. It won't budge. Is there a different way to get it apart?