Entries from April 2009

Ignition Coil Problems

Date April 23, 2009

help-trying to decide on what coil to go with.
my chevelle has a msd 6a box,and a hei distributor-I use a REMOTE coil,not in the cap.
427 big block-rev 7200-7500 rpm
msd baster2?
petronix?
crane?
mallory?
looking for specific models,not just brand
what works for you
no accel supercoil subgestions please.
looking not to go over a 100 dollar budget!
thanks
rth

Cutting Holes in Sheet Metal

Date April 15, 2009

I had new floor pans put in the wagon and as such I lost a few holes in the toe board/firewall along the way. I need to cut/drill a couple of good sized holes for the back up lights harness and the speedometer cable grommet. Is there a single reasonably priced tool I […]

Stripped Thread

Date April 12, 2009

While mounting the harmonic balancer, I destroyed the complete tread in my crank shaft (would you believe it?!!!). I rechecked a few times and it’s really gone over the whole length… Bolt is still intact. Yes, I used the bolt that is used to hold the balancer, I know this is wrong.
I’m now planning to […]

Ruined the Thread in My Crankshaft

Date April 12, 2009

While mounting the harmonic balancer, I destroyed the complete tread in my crank shaft (would you believe it?!!!). I rechecked a few times and it’s really gone over the whole length… Bolt is still intact. Yes, I used the bolt that is used to hold the balancer, I know this is wrong.
I’m now planning to […]

Crate 350

Date April 10, 2009

I’m kind of at the crossroads of deciding what to do with the motor of my car. The current engine is undetermined, either a 350 or a 383, this is what I was told by the previous owner…and here is what I know of it’s internals……
Crane cam (not sure which one)
TRW Flat Tops
Demon 750 CFM […]

Quadrajet

Date April 10, 2009

Okay guys…I’ve searched the forum, read the posts, and think I’m ready to go for it…but just want to make sure before I give up the cash. I’ve got a basic fresh rebuilt 327, 2004r transmission, 3/4 headers, dual 2 1/2 exhaust, Edelbrock Performer intake, and an Edelbrock 1406 carb. I’m thinking of […]

racing electric fuel pump

Date April 10, 2009

I need to buy an electrical fuel pump and the regulator of pressure with four exits to supply a big block 540 racing engine with two holley 1050 dominators.
Can someone recommend which can be the best option to buy?
any suggestions welcome
thanks
Javier