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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-05-2024, 12:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 352
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: Jets & Power Valves

Use only genuine Stromberg parts. Jets and power valves should have numbers stamped on them.
What problems have you with "new" power valves?
Bob
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-27-2024, 01:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 593
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: master cylinder

Master location has nothing to do with drum brake residuals. Guess I haven't explained the residual function well enough.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-27-2024, 12:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 593
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: master cylinder

Well, NOT so good video. I like Wilwood products, but their explanation of a drum residual is total BS!


Why in the hell would you want the shoes to float inside a drum, with only .020"-.030" or...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-27-2024, 09:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 593
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: master cylinder

Residual valves are required in older/vintage drum brakes to prevent air from entering past the wheel cylinder cups during fast release. Your stock '53 has one located at the end of the bore inside...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-27-2024, 07:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 593
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: master cylinder

If your brakes are original drums, you don't need a proportioning valve, but you will need a residual for each axle IF the new dual master does not have them located behind the tube seats.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-20-2024, 09:09 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,854
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: dual master cylinder

I do not recall any brake system design problems with any F-150 while performing D.O.T. partial system (Failed primary/secondary) stopping distance testing, part of the D.O.T. braking performance...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-19-2024, 09:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,854
Posted By V8 Bob
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-19-2024, 10:36 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,854
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: dual master cylinder

Gonna have to disagree with some of the above math.

1" master cylinder piston travels 1.27" for 1 c.i. of fluid movement.

1 1/16" master cylinder piston travels 1.12" for 1 c.i. fluid...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-18-2024, 11:44 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,854
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: dual master cylinder

I agree the pedal travel will be longer with a 1" master, but can be used safely with stock Ford pedals if care is taken to minimize floor covering below/around the pedal, and pedal arm bumper...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 02-12-2024, 10:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 983
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: L100 cam

I have a one for an 8BA in Granger. PM me if interested. Thanks.
Bob


Update-the cam has sold, but have many other flathead parts for sale.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-13-2024, 11:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 614
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: Which intake to clear generator?

Any "regular dual" intake, early or late, will allow the stock generator location. What intake are you using now, early or late?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-10-2024, 02:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 822
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: Remote oil filter- fill before install

I had forgotten the details and didn't want to bring it up, but thanks for explaining Mark's reason. :)
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-10-2024, 02:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 822
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: Remote oil filter- fill before install

That's what I meant about "I know a guy", but we're good, so thanks. :)
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-10-2024, 01:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 822
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: Remote oil filter- fill before install

I knew Mark for 25 years and think your remarks about him are totally out of place. He isn't around to explain his beliefs, so lets keep the "I know a guy" crap out of here.


As I already...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-09-2024, 01:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 822
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: Remote oil filter- fill before install

Mark always advised me not to pre-fill the filter with his full flow system, and frankly I never saw much time difference with oil pressure rise either way. What I tried years ago is remove the...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 01-06-2024, 07:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 549
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: Mad electrical

I contacted about Mark 20 years ago and learned about differences between 1st and 2nd gen Ford and GM alternators. I also used much of his rear battery location wiring ideas in my '32 and '40. He...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-30-2023, 10:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 400
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: Newbe question on clutch pedal travel

I would measure the actual throw-out bearing-to-pressure plate clearance by removing the starter plate. You only need about .100" clearance, which should result close to 1" pedal free travel,...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 12-12-2023, 10:10 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,861
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: Jim Linder aka Bubba

Very sad news. Thank you for many memories over the years! RIP Jim.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-28-2023, 11:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,576
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: 6 Volt heater motor rebuild

I use a simple polarity-reversing toggle switch with the 6551022 motor in my '40s Ford heater.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-15-2023, 10:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,308
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: Motor City Flathead - Mark Kirby Camshaft Specs

Tatum was a competitive engine builder. IIRC, Crower ground most if not all MCF cams.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-12-2023, 12:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 446
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: 8BA oil pan rear sump mount?

The '48-'52 Ford trucks with the common 3" cast iron 1/2 bell had a rear sump oil pan with a threaded bracket on the lower rear of the sump. Two lower bolts connected the bell through the starter...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-11-2023, 09:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 800
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: Bleed down on vacuum advance question

Keep in mind that diaphragm only works with about a 6" max vacuum level from the loadomatic, so try testing at a lower value.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-29-2023, 06:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 454
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: Distributor for -52 8ba ???

There are two styles of 8BA distributors, aluminum and cast iron, and they use different front covers, so you need to match what your engine has.
It maybe easier to fix what is not working with your...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-28-2023, 07:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 647
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: Oil after break-in

VR-1 is available in 10W30, and is the best weight for most modified street engines.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-24-2023, 05:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,341
Posted By V8 Bob
Re: WTB Full Flow Oil Conversion Kit

Check with Phil @ Goller's Hot Rods in Defiance OH. He still may have some MCF kits available.


http://www.gollershotrods.com/contact.aspx
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