That's a drag. I first noticed it two years ago when I pulled the oil filter out, and I only pull the filter every few years. Man, the last thing I want to do is pull that thing out of the car...
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That's a drag. I first noticed it two years ago when I pulled the oil filter out, and I only pull the filter every few years. Man, the last thing I want to do is pull that thing out of the car...
The last two times I've had my oil filter out on my '53 Special (with 263), I've noticed some bronze/copper detritus in the oil filter housing/oil filter. My machine shop rebuilt this engine for me...
Looking at my 1954 Motor manual, I notice that the centrifugal advance curve on this engine is 24 degrees at the crank, all in by 4000 engine RPM. Factory initial is 4 degrees, leading to a total...
Hi Jenz,
At the very least, the ball stud and adjusting screw on the rocker arm is different between solids and hydraulics. The hydraulic adjuster has an extra oil passage to feed the lifters. I...
It was the heaviest spring in my kit, but much lighter than what was in there...
When I take my '53 for long highway runs, the temp gauge always creeps up as I drive. Before it was rebuilt and after. It never overheats, probably never gets above 220 (at idle after a freeway run),...
The hydraulic rocker arm has oiling holes to feed the lifters...solids don't!
I wouldn't mind seeing those pictures, Suntree!
Thanks for the tip about the chain...I only hope I can raise the boom high enough to get it in the car! Tall car, tall engine. How do you set the motor down when you attach to the motor mount...
I revoved and installed mine by unbolting the rocker shaft and using two bolts where the rocker shaft installs...it worked fine. I believe the shop manual mentioned wrapping the chain around the...
http://www.thecarburetorshop.com/Carburetor_ID.htm#IDStromberg
This whole website is very helpful...
I'd double check the heat range on those Champions. Champion parts books usually recommend plugs that are about 5 steps hotter than factory--not good. I usually avoid them. This has happened to me...
Good grief that's awesome...especially the whistling sound! Nothing like boost!
What rear freeze plug? In the head? In the block? If it's the one in the block you wouldn't have to remove the trans...maybe I'm missing something here. Could you post a pic of where you think...
I don't know...do you really like the car? It sounds like it's going to be a money pit to me...(I'm a card carrying money pit buyer though). It's a car that's not worth much to begin with, and I...
If I recall, '63s have a strange driveshaft that is hard to find parts for...I'm a little fuzzy but maybe it was a center bearing or something. If it's the original engine, it'll be the aluminum...
That's a great idea, 39...I think it'll be tough to cut the inner hole out of tin, but I'll just cut a new gasket and just leave enough for the pump arm to move. Thanks!
Here's my track record with rebuilt pumps and leaking oil.
1. Rebuilt original with kit from, I believe, CARS. Leaked after about a week.
2. Rebuilt pump from CARS. Leaked after about two...
I've heard of people doing it...the thing is, even a 263 it kind of tight in there lengthwise. I think you'd need an electric fan on the front of the radiator, and you may even need to relocate the...
Old Buicks start with the key at on and a slight pressure on the gas pedal. There is a microswitch on the carburetor that activates the starter. Your '58 had one from the factory too. There is a...
I hate to say it, but that bent flexplate could be binding your starter and causing your problems. Remember that the starter drives the ring gear on the flexplate to start the engine...
Cranking speed isn't affected by being flooded (unless it's actually in a flood I guess *groan*). Make sure you have a good battery and all connections are very clean and tight.
Man I love Morgans...4/4s, Plus 4s, Plus 8s...more cool cars that I will never be able to afford!
I would personally think you will be time and bucks ahead by trying to find a 401/425, or to keep trying. Any time you switch engines, there are all kinds of headaches, like transmission...
I think this is the nature of the beast on these...I replace mine once every 1-2 years, whether it's composition or copper. I've heard of others who have to do the same thing. Anyone who tells you...