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I am going to install a tach on my 52. right now I go by sound...:D. what RPM are you guys comfortable with on these? I have a 263 rebuilt in 2014 with new cam, crank, and rod bearings, timing chain and rollers milled head. Dflow, not sure rear end gears, but I normally cruise 70-75 and it...

anyone have specs on the 1950 wheel base and frame? I know the rear axle stabilizer bars to torque tube are different. what else? I may build the 1950 frame to slide under my 52.

hey fellas, just picked up a visor. came off of a 1951 4 door roadmaster. I have a 52 special. looks like the profile is a little off, no big deal I'll make it work. it has all the hardware and can keep the antenna. does anyone have a visor like this and can attach photos?

picked this up about 1 month ago. just need the other carb. guy I bought it from thought he has it somewhere and just needs to locate. this will be a winter project. gonna play with true dual using lake pipes. just need to figure out routing over to the right side.

there are many threads that turned into a How To on here. could we transition someof the old threads into the new journal thread?

hey guys, not sure if I've posted this before? I took the simple stock radio and hooked up a small amp to run an iPod. I used cheap parts from Amazon. I'll post pix when I can.

friend of a friend is looking for a water pump. anyone have one for sale?

just a dumb question. I currently have a 263 with 12V pertronix, NGK xr5 plugs .035" gap. running on original style solid core wires. the insulation is cracking and I have added a radio. fear EMI. would going to a modern wire be an issue?

hello all, is there a good thread on here for rebuilding? I am in process and thought if not, then I could throw some part numbers and a little D&A out there. I have had bearing failure and #1 piston fail. anyone have a running 263 dflow for sale? lol.

Others have come before... much love and respect to the pioneers... Iron Invasion hopes to continue in the footsteps of those who have paved the path of tradition. Join us in a celebration of good people, good music, & maybe a little gear grinding in Woodstock Illinois. Traditional Hot...

hello all. question about plugs. recently made a 900 mile round trip to Kentucky for the Bourbon Blitzkrieg Run and Beatersville. on the way back car was running pretty sick. pulled plugs and 1,2,7,8 plugs only have .004" gap. before the trip I took checked them at .025". this is a 263 in...

just got off the phone with this dude on a 52 super. it is rough but all there except head. it has been sitting in the mud for YEARS. I took these pix a few years ago when I bought my special. wanted $2500 bucks. finally got him down to $1500. not sure about title. I have another 263 in a...

I hate to put this out here. don't really like when people do this. I have an intact upper lip with some pitting. all in all pretty good. I am entertaining the idea of selling to a friend. anyone have a guess on what they are worth? I don't want to screw him over/ or get screwed myself...

while installing turn signals and getting the wiring straightened out, I started to smell something getting hot.....it was my ign coil. this is a 52 special, that I converted to 12V. pertronix ign. been driving the machine in its current configuration for over a year. no issues. is the coil...

stumbled across this today. maybe this dude is a member? http://www.ozrodders.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=55522

installing factory turn signals on my 52. stole parts from my 50. need to pull the steering wheel. while taking the nut off the steering shaft the threads got damaged. I do not have a Die this size. is it 11/16" x 20tpi? steering wheel is stuck pretty good. gunna need some heat.

hey guys, I am going to replace my straight pipe from manifold back. staying single 2-1/4". looking into Porter muffler. I like the sound on these. just not sure about S8 sound or how it sounds single. I also like smithys. what are you guys running?

anyone interested in bagging a 52 special? I bagged mine last year and though about putting together a thread or maybe journal. I have retained the stock shocks and drivetrain. but converted to 12V.

The Bourbon Blitzkrieg Run is about driving and enjoying hot rods and customs. With so many shows throughout the year there is no need to start another car show. Instead the Tin Militia Car Club decided to organize an event to an event. While at it leave even earlier and visit bourbon...

TorqueFest 2014 http://vintagetorquefest.com/about/ The Only Traditional Hot Rod, Custom, Vintage Cycle Show in Iowa May 2-4, 2014 Dubuque ADMISSION $10 per day (Advance Weekend Pass $15 weekend) Children 12 and under FREE. Active Military FREE with valid ID Gate Proceeds go to Helping...