Recent content by pebo va

Thanks ford38v8. I will check the timing!

My stock '49 8BA V-8 backfires when I start it up. does that mean the carb. mix is too rich? Is there another reason for this?

To Fritz and Merc Cruiser--Many thanks! I now will get to work to make the conversion!

That sounds like a much better solution to dim 6 volt headlights. Where can I get the proper relays, how many are needed, and where are they added to the circuit. Is there a diagram for this adjustment?

Has anyone been able to find 6 volt, positive ground, 7 inch LED headlights to fit a '49-53 stock Ford? I have tried 2 suppliers and neither of lights they supplied worked.

When removing the two bolts from the engine mount, the engine moved forward about 1/8 inch or so. The other 4 bolts on the pump came out just fine. Now the new pump holes for the engine mount don't line up. Will jacking up the engine under the oil pan fix that? If not, what is the solution?

thanks to all. I'll get new pumps from carpenter.

where is the best place to buy stock 1949 Ford, (wide belt) water pumps?

Thanks Bob C. I will try them.

A neighbor who is rebuilding a small Cessna airplane engine.

Does anyone have a source for laser cut custom made gaskets made of rubber and/or neoprene? Thanks for any leads or ideas.

Thanks to all for the advice! I am testing and will get to the source of the problem.

In my stock '49 6 volt flathead, is it possible that a malfunctioning VR could drain the battery over 5-7 days in the garage with all electrical components turned off?

Which way do I turn the rotor to change one tooth? I don't have a tach to measure RPM. The carb is fine. No problem here.

Sorry. I mistyped my question. I want to advance the timing about 4 degrees by turning it counterclockwise. Not retard it. Thanks.