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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-16-2015, 10:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,331
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Re: What is acceptable oil pressure at operating temp

Thanks guys! I was mainly making sure my idle pressure was alright. She averages 5-10 around 180 at idle and around 40-60 while cruising.

The oil pressure used to drop off real bad at idle...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-15-2015, 09:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,331
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
What is acceptable oil pressure at operating temp

Hey guys,

I am curious what the acceptable numbers for oil pressure are at operating temp for both idle and cruising speed? I did a bunch of searching but can't seem to find a clean thread...
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 05-15-2015, 09:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,934
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Re: What is acceptable oil pressure at operating temp

Whoops! Meant to post in Early V8 Forum! Sorry
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 05-15-2015, 09:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,934
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
What is acceptable oil pressure at operating temp

Hey gang,

I have been doing a bunch of searching but cannot seem to find a clean thread discussing operating temp oil pressure. I am curious what is acceptable idle and cruising speed Oil...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-14-2014, 07:00 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,650
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Re: I got married!

Thanks guys!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-13-2014, 05:46 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,650
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
I got married!

Hey Barners!

Thanks to your help over the last couple of years, my 46 coupe that I inherited when my dad died is on the road and was our "limo" for the wedding. What I didn't know was that my...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-05-2014, 09:26 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,906
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Re: 1941 Ford Flat Head Oil Filter Canister

Just looked up a .060 drill bit. Thats tiny! I can definitely see how it will affect the oil pressure.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-05-2014, 09:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,906
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Re: 1941 Ford Flat Head Oil Filter Canister

That probably explains my oil pressure drop when the engine gets warmed up! Thanks guys. Not sure my best method to make/obtain one. The solder technique sounds pretty interesting, need to fine a...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-05-2014, 03:05 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,906
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Re: 1941 Ford Flat Head Oil Filter Canister

Just to chime in here, why do you need the restrictor fitting? I ended up putting an oil filter back on the '46 after it had been missing from the prior owner. Fabricated brake line with no...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-05-2014, 06:30 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,845
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Re: Instagram! Who is sharing pics of their cars???

Following everyone who posted, thanks! Instagram is way more interesting now
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-03-2014, 10:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 14,302
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Re: What should the voltage be at the coil on 46 6volt positive ground?

Stanley,

That truck is utterly and ridiculously cool! I ended up with basically the same issue. My dad had put a modern 6v coil with internal resistance on the car. I went through and rewired...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-03-2014, 01:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,845
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Re: Instagram! Who is sharing pics of their cars???

following you now Steven66! Your car is sweet looking, way too cool!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-03-2014, 08:40 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,845
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-02-2014, 09:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,845
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-02-2014, 09:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,845
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Instagram! Who is sharing pics of their cars???

Hey Barners! I started up (on the suggestion of my beautiful fiance') an instagram account for my car. The username is bigguys46. Feel free to follow me, and I would love to follow any and all of...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-01-2014, 06:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,105
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Hot start performance issues: Gas boiling at carb

It has been warm the past few days and after about 20 minutes or so of driving, I notice severe power decrease on the 46 coupe'.

After I was finished driving today, I popped the hood and saw...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-01-2014, 06:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,916
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Re: 12V or not to 12V

Thanks for all the info guys! Every inch of wiring has been replaced in the car, with the sole exception of the horn wiring down the steering column. I enjoy doing electrical work and have been...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-01-2014, 12:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,179
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Re: 1946 popping issue

Do some research, but I have been told that the crab type distributor cap can replace the two piece "bunny ears" style. I was told this after I went through tremendous pain in the rear of running...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-01-2014, 11:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,916
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Re: 12V or not to 12V

I have been searching, does anyone know if there is a good "how to" thread on here about converting to 12v?

If there isn't, I will make a conscious effort to take lots of pics and detail my...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-01-2014, 10:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,916
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Re: 12V or not to 12V

Did you use one of the generator to alternator mounting brackets like they sell through Mac's? Any problems finding a belt to line it up? I assume you also switched out the starter solenoid to 12v...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 06-01-2014, 10:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,916
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
12V or not to 12V

Hey Barners,

My 1946 Biz Coupe, currently 6v pos ground is having a hard time keeping the battery charged.

It looks like my generator is coming down the end of its life. Put new brushes,...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-28-2014, 09:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,748
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Re: What is the normal "behavior" for the ammeter 6volt pos ground

Great info guys , let me do some poking around and get back to you!
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-28-2014, 09:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,748
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Re: What is the normal "behavior" for the ammeter 6volt pos ground

1946 Business Coupe.It has been a while since I looked at back of ammeter butI believe it just passes by the back and doesn't physically attach.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-28-2014, 07:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,748
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Re: What is the normal "behavior" for the ammeter 6volt pos ground

Don't have aanother ammeter yet. Gauge isNOS, all new wiring. Generator is two brush type, just got new brushes.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 05-28-2014, 06:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,248
Posted By Big_Guys_baby
Profound Thank you to everyone who has helped me get my car on the road

Hey Barners,

I just wanted to take a moment to thank everyone (this entire community) for helping me get my 1946 Business Coupe on the road. She is far from finished but a major milestone has...
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