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    8ba engine going in '40 sedan problems

    Greetings; I have installed a warmed over '50 truck, 8ba into my '40 sedan and am having problems with clutch and pressure plate. Engine is in the car and starts and runs great. Went to drive to the muffler shop for new exhaust, and can't get in gear. My engine builder used my '40 flywheel with...
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    cleaning sludge from inside engine

    Good morning, I am now ready to install my alum. heads and 2x2 intake that I learned to polish here on the site. Uncle Max did his magic on a couple of carbs for me also. Yesterday I pulled off the old heads and intake in preparation of installing the new parts. Before I do I would like to clean...
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    Acoupla questions

    Greetings folks, I have 2 questions to ask. 1st: why are the exhaust manifold bolts different sizes on my 8ba? The front ports are 7/16", the middle & rear are 3/8". Got to be a reason for this. 2nd: how will a 3" extension affect torque readings on my torque wrench, some bolts just need and...
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    JWL Book

    Good morning,I keep hearing of this book by JWL, and how everyone should read it, as one that doesn't know any better, could you shed some light on the name of the book and where to purchase it ? The same thing on Ol' Ron's book. What are their titles and sources to purchase. Thanks a ton ! CBN.
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    Beginners guide to polishing Alum. heads & intake

    Greetings, I would like to try my hand at polishing a pair of Edelbrock heads and an Offy 2x2 intake.They are all new and I don't want to mess them up. I don't know if I have the proper tools to do the job. I've always taken them to my polisher, as he does excellant work, however , if I have...
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    Pulling engine in '40 sedan

    Greetings, What are the proper steps in pulling the engine in my '40 sedan. I guess I mean that I do not want to invent the wheel when it comes to pulling it out.I would like to leave the trans in.I did a search, but I didn't find what I was looking for.I would kinda like a check list of things...
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