Low oil pressure not a mystery in these engines.
the 1961-63, V8 and V6 are very similar. The V8 215 had low oil pressure problems at idle, because the metal oil pump gears would dig into the...
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Low oil pressure not a mystery in these engines.
the 1961-63, V8 and V6 are very similar. The V8 215 had low oil pressure problems at idle, because the metal oil pump gears would dig into the...
215 V8 in 1963 stood out because of it's low weight and good output. It was sold because of cost to make it and not poor performance. Visit D&D fabications to see how it's pushed to greater output. ...
CLick the Print version and you can see it all, and print it too.
Also "Print Screen" image, open "Paint," Paste, than Save As. You've saved file without printing.
Rear main rope seal installation requires attention to detail. I saw a post that called it an art, to install rope seals. How long would it take to remove the engine a second time, to redo the seals...
i took my engine to get machined by a reputeable,30+ year established machine shop.
After, machine work done, I started to build engine.
Using plasti gauge, I found the crankshaft too loose in the...
Transmatic
Glendale , CA.
Transmatic in Glendale,CA
Northwest transmission parts
the thrust plate can be acquired by TAPerformance, D&D fabrications. It is made of cast iron, it keeps the oil pump gears from wearing into the oil filter housing, which leads to low oil pressure. If...
Transmatic in Glendale, CA. or Northwest transmission parts for dual path parts. The pan seal isn't hard to find. Don't forget to get the center bolt seal.
If you can't find an engine pan gasket...
"main line pressure is increased as throttle opening is increasing by the throttle pressure regulator valve which is connected to the throttle linkage."
1963 Buick Dual PAth transmission Wokshop...
A sloppy to average rebuild , you can do by just posting, talking to people, etc.
A serious engine rebuild, you will need workshop manual.
I would suggest going to the library, or buying a...
215 V8 that was improved into a 3.9L and 4.0L and placed into the LAndrovers up to 1999 had Green Coolant. Those cars had a brass radiator.
After 1999 year to 2003, the Landrover vehicles had same...
Mixture screws will not control or cause fuel flooding.
If there is no change , is probably because there is so much fuel/flooding.
Once, you have resolved the fuel flooding than you can...
when there is flooding, fuel constantly flowing into intake and stalling engine.
Several check: If the needle and seat have a particle, dirt or imperfection that will keep it from seating...
system needs to have no leaks, or air disipates through leak.
Other option is Voltage drop test circuit for high resistance.
I'm addressing this on the stand point of available parts: A/C dryer is disposeable. You can say it's a maintenance item. There is a leak in A/C, replace the dryer. The dryer is required to be...
Fusick has battery hold downs.http://www.fusick.com/catalogdownload.htm
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How many times did the oil pressure pump gears get packed one time?
I would pack the gears again. and try to start it. It may be as simple as priming it. This time I would pack vaseline in real...
take lots of pictures, when you perform the teardown.
I say if it's working don't mess with it. What are you going to grease?
If there is a motor bearing, can you lubricate it non-conductive...
Hydraboost runs on steering system. You can add power booster to your car. Can you count how many model cars have been made with power brakes. That's how many cars you need to look up. No one is...
it doesn't come in that kit. it isn't a spring.
It doesn't move the star wheel it keeps the shoes held together. the star wheel, which is the adjuster is held in place by notches in shoes. There is a spring that holds the shoes against...
make sure radiator doesn't have blockage.
you can also add high temp wrap on exhaust pipes to lower temperatures.
My car 63 buick skylark didn't come with shroud. If your 62 didn't come with it then you can choose to find one that fits or make one.
On Carcraft or Hotrod magazine, website, they had a DIY on how...
Loctite 401 instant Adhesive.
Used to bond rubber together, plastic onto painted metal striker for reducing latch rattle. I tryed to pull apart, I was impressed. Rubber doesn't bond well, so when...