Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-15-2024, 12:39 AM
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Replies: 16
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Re: T5 clutch linkage
Flatford 8, that's exactly what I was lookin for, thank you.
I will have to double check my input shaft length, Im still assembling the trans but hopefully I have the longer one. The knowledge on...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-12-2024, 10:44 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 657
Re: T5 clutch linkage
I ended up with the modern driveline adapter. I thought Cornhusker was for the s10 t5 otherwise I would’ve bought his. Tony, do you have any part numbers?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-12-2024, 12:00 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 657
T5 clutch linkage
Im getting ready to install my engine and trans (8ba and t5) into my 49 Tudor, I'm using a t5 out of a 92 mustang, has anyone done this swap and if so how did you run the clutch linkage? There also...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-08-2024, 04:32 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 497
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-08-2024, 04:27 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 557
Re: oil pump gear
Hey Im also installing a (mustang) t5 on the back of my 8ba, besides a cam its the only upgrade....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-07-2024, 10:50 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 557
Re: oil pump gear
Thanks GB! I'll get to it in the next few days and report back. I have one more question: While installing the motor in my 49 Tudor, should I attach the trans and install it together? And wheres the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-06-2024, 08:38 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 557
oil pump gear
I've ran and broken in my 8ba on an engine stand, I have very good oil pressure but I've read that the oil pump gear can be installed backwards but still work for a period of time before one ends up...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-02-2024, 09:17 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 808
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-01-2024, 11:28 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 808
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-01-2024, 12:01 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 808
Re: Help with a recent 8ba rebuild
I do have the stock distributor and the engine ran fine before rebuild although it was very tired. So I can't run the stock dizzy with a cam? I didn't know that. Is it worth it to move it a tooth or...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-29-2024, 11:22 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 808
Help with a recent 8ba rebuild
Ive got my recently rebuilt 8ba on the run stand with a new Merc crank, .30 over and a mild Schneider cam (260f) with the original single carb setup. I've gotten it started and in fact was on my way...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-30-2024, 11:49 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 1,469
Re: New build overheating
Just reading through this thread as I just got my 8ba rebuild and running, should I drill a hole in my thermostats? I've seen that from shoebox-central.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-21-2024, 12:14 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 396
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-19-2024, 11:21 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 396
8ba fuel line and fittings
I've seen threads about this on the barn but Im looking to see if the replacement line and fittings that are sold these days will work? I have somehow misplaced my fuel line and fittings. Rockauto...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-24-2024, 11:01 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 949
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-24-2024, 12:47 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 949
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-23-2024, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 949
160 or 180 degree thermostats?
I’m sure this has been asked before but I saw a video from Shoebox central where he suggests 160 thermostats and to drill two 3/16 holes in the thermostat to help with cooling. I’m in southern CA so...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-12-2024, 12:29 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,304
Re: rod end play
Pete, are these oem cranks? That is a good amount of side clearance, what's your method of measuring that clearance?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-11-2024, 10:43 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,304
Re: rod end play
Using 8ba rods with oem merc crank. I put the arp rod nuts on and again checked side play and I’m satisfied with it. I’m going to run it, next I need to make an engine run stand. I’ll be asking for...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-11-2024, 02:29 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,304
Re: rod end play
After further consideration, Im thinking I may need to chamfer these rod bearings. It still seems quite tight in there. The other option would be a different set of rod bearings that are more narrow?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-08-2024, 02:05 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,304
Re: rod end play
That makes sense. Im getting about .009 on mine, it will have to do.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-07-2024, 02:58 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,304
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-07-2024, 01:45 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 855
Re: 8ba palnuts
I’m assuming this doesn’t come with the Rod nuts? Thanks for the help.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-07-2024, 11:32 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 855
Re: 8ba palnuts
Another question: speedway says that loctite is recommended, how would one install these with oil in the bolt and loctite?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-07-2024, 11:27 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,304
Re: rod end play
Ok, and I would need at least .003 on each side then for a total of .006 min?
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