I went and did it
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I was involved with a Boat out of Texas when ever he made his west coast swing, I would help crew for him...Dave Norton's "FIRE WATERr". Also crewed on a Boat called CAL PERF.. owned by Phil Magana, he was a Lake Ming Regular.... My Boat is Named "AFTER YOU?" ....Phil was blown alcohol hydro, and Dave is Top Fuel Hydro... Watched Dave run 239mph in the eight, at Long Beach Marine Stadium, about 10 years ago.... Hence the name Fire water....... Best I ever did was 128mph at Lake Ming.. Good lord that was fun!!
#140
Stuck in a new push rod this morning.
Was only able to find 2 of the different lengths, so pulled out another good rod to match to.
Had one longer and one shorter, of course no match. So I put in the shorter one just in case there is a physical reason for the bend.
It runs beautiful.
And yes I tightened according to manual.
No more tick, life is beautiful.
Was only able to find 2 of the different lengths, so pulled out another good rod to match to.
Had one longer and one shorter, of course no match. So I put in the shorter one just in case there is a physical reason for the bend.
It runs beautiful.
And yes I tightened according to manual.
No more tick, life is beautiful.
#141
Stuck in a new push rod this morning.
Was only able to find 2 of the different lengths, so pulled out another good rod to match to.
Had one longer and one shorter, of course no match. So I put in the shorter one just in case there is a physical reason for the bend.
It runs beautiful.
And yes I tightened according to manual.
No more tick, life is beautiful.
Was only able to find 2 of the different lengths, so pulled out another good rod to match to.
Had one longer and one shorter, of course no match. So I put in the shorter one just in case there is a physical reason for the bend.
It runs beautiful.
And yes I tightened according to manual.
No more tick, life is beautiful.
Ah ha good news then>>>>
#142
Yeah great news.
Now I can take my time gathering parts for the top end rebuild. Drove it over the hill to work and it's really running great.
Next for the engine will be some choke adjust work and some timing work. Haven't even looked at it yet except to get it running. Need to check the physical condition of the distributor as well as the curve.
Also found a small puddle of red under my steering assist ram. End seal is leaking now that it's getting a workout.
All in all I'm very happy with how it's coming along.
Now I can take my time gathering parts for the top end rebuild. Drove it over the hill to work and it's really running great.
Next for the engine will be some choke adjust work and some timing work. Haven't even looked at it yet except to get it running. Need to check the physical condition of the distributor as well as the curve.
Also found a small puddle of red under my steering assist ram. End seal is leaking now that it's getting a workout.
All in all I'm very happy with how it's coming along.
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#145
Yeah I know that feeling... I rebuilt my rear end today, along with new brakes, and I mean everything new.... man what a Difference... The gear oil was pure sludge. Now she is squeaky clean!
#146
Since I'm using the truck daily I worked on the instrument panel.
Got the lights working (fuse) and the radio. Radios light was burnt out. The speaker was hilarious, and the indicator needed repainting. Not to mention general clean up. Originally thought the radio ***** were corroded beyond repair but soaked them in a bowl of soap and water over night and viola, it was just scum, they look damn near brand new.
Upshot is the whole instrument panel now works.
Think I'll see if I can get that chrome striping back in shape.
Got the lights working (fuse) and the radio. Radios light was burnt out. The speaker was hilarious, and the indicator needed repainting. Not to mention general clean up. Originally thought the radio ***** were corroded beyond repair but soaked them in a bowl of soap and water over night and viola, it was just scum, they look damn near brand new.
Upshot is the whole instrument panel now works.
Think I'll see if I can get that chrome striping back in shape.
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Here is the link: http://www.parts123.com/parts123/yb....5Z5Z50000024D#