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  1. jerdan

    engine will not run smoothly

    I am in need of expert help. I have a 1953 ford with a flathead v/8, single Holley 94 carb. It starts and idles fine. When I give it throttle it dies. If I pull the choke about 2/3rd of the way it will run and accelerate fine. when I rev it up and I close the choke it wants to backfire and die...
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    Holley 94

    I have a flathead v/8 with a Holley 94. It starts great and idles good. When I step on the throttle it dies. If I pull the choke it will accelerate, if I push the choke in it will die. If I don't use the choke and keep pumpng the pedal it will run. It also backfires thru the carb. I need help.
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    stromberg carb question

    I have a Stromberg 48 carb that has the power valve stuck. How do I remove it?
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    Technical

    What liquid would be best to use to bench test a carburetor?
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    Carb question

    What would you use to chase the threads on the vacuum port on Holley 94?
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    Carb question

    Can anyone tell me what the open hole behind the choke lever is for on a ECG carburetor?
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    Cab adapter

    I am looking for an adapter that will allow me to change a 0ne barrel carb on a flat six to a Holley 94
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    Flathead carbs

    Original ecg carbs for upgrade to a flathead This is a original carb ecg from a 1955-1957 ford. It is a good upgrade for a flathead v/8. I am running one on my 53 Victoria. I ran a comparison between the stock Holley 94 and the ecg carbs. The 94 ran 0-40 in 10.92 seconds. The ecg ran 0-40 in...
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    backfire

    I replaced the original carb on my 53 flathead v/8 with a ecg 1 1/16th carb. I idles fine but when I give it the throttle it backfires. What is recommended for power valve and jets? Any ideas on what to do?
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    Carb adapters

    Is there an carb adapter that will allow you to put a holley 94 2 barrel on a 1 barrel inline 6 cyl inline ford flathead manifold?
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    Backfire

    I having trouble with my 1953 ford victoria v/8. I asserted opt 2-3 weeks ago and it was great. I just started it up today and it started immediately and idled smooth. When It reaches about 1/3rd throttle it starts popping out the exhaust. I am at a loss as to why. Any help would be appreciated...
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    Trunk side panels

    I purchased the trunk side panels from Dennis Carpenter. I was wondering if anyone has used these panels. I am confused as how to mount them. Which side is which and how to mount them.
  13. jerdan

    carb backfire

    I am having trouble getting my 1953 ford flathead v/8 to idle and accelerate smoothly. It idles rough and when I pull the choke out a little it smooths out. I am running a holley 94 2 barrel. It backfires back thru the carb when I stomp on it. I am running electronic ignition with stock dizzy...
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    leaf spring add-a-leaf kit

    I would like to raise the rear of my 53 ford. Give the old springs a little help. Does anyone know if this kit would work? It is the pro comp add-a-leaf kit from summit racing.
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    carb backfire

    I am fighting with a carb backfire when I stomp on the accelerator. I have 1953 ford v/8 with a 94 carb with a 7.5 power valve and ethanol resistant acell pump. It has pertronix electronic ignition with flamethrower coil and wires.
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    Leaf spring

    Is there a add a leaf spring kit out there for a 1953 ford victoria?
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    Radio replacement

    Has anyone installed a usa-630 radio from classiccarstereos.com in a 1953 ford? Do they mount without any modifications? Were you satisfied with the purchase? Any feedback is appreciated.
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    Trans trouble

    I have a 1953 ford with a fordomatic trans. It will not shift down when stepping on the throttle for passing. It shifts into 3rd at 30 miles per hour. Any suggestions?
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    Rough idle

    I have a stock 239 v/8 that idles rough. If I pull the cake out a little it smooths out. I have tried adjusting the mixture screws. It does't seem to make any difference. I can screw one all the way in and it still runs. If I turn the other one all the way in it will die. When I step on the...
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    Camshaft Question

    I bought a 1953 ford v/8 flathead. It had been bored .060 oversize with adjustable lifters added. My question is there any way to check whether they changed the cam without tearing it down?
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