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Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 06-09-2025, 12:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 279
Posted By big gear head
I have a new set of those rockers on the 327 that...

I have a new set of those rockers on the 327 that I built for my '55. It hasn't been started yet and I'm thinking of using a roller rocker instead. I might be selling them.
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 06-09-2025, 12:05 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 11,614
Posted By big gear head
You're doing a great job. Looks much better.

You're doing a great job. Looks much better.
Forum: Ford-Mercury 06-09-2025, 11:58 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 109,026
Posted By big gear head
Beautiful car! I'd be proud to drive that.

Beautiful car! I'd be proud to drive that.
Forum: Lounge 06-06-2025, 11:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 870
Posted By big gear head
That is soooo cool!

That is soooo cool!
Forum: Lounge 06-05-2025, 05:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 428
Posted By big gear head
I had that one. I wish I hadn't tossed all of my...

I had that one. I wish I hadn't tossed all of my old catalogs in the trash many years ago. I ordered a set of muffler inserts for my chrome side pipes from them about the time they were going out of...
Forum: Day 2 stuff-modified cars 06-05-2025, 05:20 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 25,414
Posted By big gear head
I hate cutting out old metal and trying to get...

I hate cutting out old metal and trying to get reproduction stuff to fit right. Do him a favor and put a good dust mask on him. He'll appreciate it when he's older.
Forum: Technical & Restoration 06-05-2025, 11:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 873
Posted By big gear head
I'm guessing that if you have enough oil getting...

I'm guessing that if you have enough oil getting into the cylinders to foul the plugs then you may need more than new valve seals.
Forum: Technical & Restoration 06-02-2025, 12:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 873
Posted By big gear head
DO NOT put compressed air in the cylinder with...

DO NOT put compressed air in the cylinder with the piston at TDC. If it's slightly off it's going to go to BDC VERY QUICKLY. Always have the piston at BDC when using compressed air in the cylinder....
Forum: L78/L89 specific Forum 05-28-2025, 12:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,610
Posted By big gear head
I saw a L89 engine for sale on facebook yesterday.

I saw a L89 engine for sale on facebook yesterday.
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 05-12-2025, 12:04 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 119,867
Posted By big gear head
Contact Jody Haag at Jody's Transmissions. He was...

Contact Jody Haag at Jody's Transmissions. He was building Super T 10s for drag racing. Maybe he can help.

I have been using a Clutch Tamer with the McLeod RXT clutch. The Clutch Tamer is probably...
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 05-10-2025, 09:27 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 119,867
Posted By big gear head
This is my '69 Camaro with big block engine...

This is my '69 Camaro with big block engine mounts and big block transmission cross member. The first picture shows the size of the hole needed when I installed the Ram Rod on a M20. The next...
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 05-09-2025, 06:03 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 119,867
Posted By big gear head
I also broke my M23 on the street, but I think it...

I also broke my M23 on the street, but I think it was my fault for powershifting into second while the tires were still spinning wildly in first. I didn't break it on the strip with slicks. I would...
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 05-09-2025, 03:13 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 119,867
Posted By big gear head
I'll try to remember to post some pictures later...

I'll try to remember to post some pictures later today when I'm on my own computer. Is there something specific that you need to see?
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 05-09-2025, 12:10 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 119,867
Posted By big gear head
As I was watching the build of this awesome Nova...

As I was watching the build of this awesome Nova the only thing that I was disappointed in was the automatic transmission. I believe a 4 speed will make it complete.

I don't know how much...
Forum: Lounge 05-06-2025, 05:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,287
Posted By big gear head
I don't know how anyone can own rental property....

I don't know how anyone can own rental property. I'd be in prison for murder if I owned any.
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Wanted 05-05-2025, 06:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,003
Posted By big gear head
After looking at it again I don't see any broach...

After looking at it again I don't see any broach marks. I think it's been decked and stamps were removed. He claimed that the broach marks were still there.
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Wanted 05-05-2025, 02:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,003
Posted By big gear head
There is a 512 block for sale on "Chevrolet...

There is a 512 block for sale on "Chevrolet engines and engine parts for sale" facebook page. It's claimed to be never stamped with the broach marks.
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 05-05-2025, 01:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,386
Posted By big gear head
I use ARP stainless steel bolts with 3/8 head....

I use ARP stainless steel bolts with 3/8 head. There are also socket head bolts that work better in some applications.
Forum: Technical & Restoration 05-01-2025, 03:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,844
Posted By big gear head
I installed a Hotchkis bar and removed it without...

I installed a Hotchkis bar and removed it without dropping anything. I don't know if it's bent the same way as an original or not. It did get scratched during the process. That was several years ago.
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 05-01-2025, 10:52 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 24,552
Posted By big gear head
I hope someone comes back and lets us know if a...

I hope someone comes back and lets us know if a deal was made and if it actually was reunited with the car, or at least if the VIN was found.
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 04-29-2025, 11:56 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 24,552
Posted By big gear head
Was the VIN on the block found? How was the owner...

Was the VIN on the block found? How was the owner of the car contacted if the VIN on the block was not found?
Forum: Member's Rides 04-29-2025, 11:50 AM
Replies: 283
Views: 178,775
Posted By big gear head
Looks pretty good to me. I'd love to be able to...

Looks pretty good to me. I'd love to be able to do that. Maybe when I get my shop finished and I'm retired I can play around with it some.
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 04-22-2025, 11:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,112
Posted By big gear head
The Centerlines look good, but please paint the...

The Centerlines look good, but please paint the grill.
Forum: Technical & Restoration 04-22-2025, 11:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,863
Posted By big gear head
Pin for a cooler lid hinge? Maybe one of...

Pin for a cooler lid hinge?

Maybe one of your friends decided to play a trick on you and tossed a random part on your floor just to mess with you.
Forum: Technical & Restoration 04-20-2025, 12:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,863
Posted By big gear head
Kind of looks like a pin that holds things...

Kind of looks like a pin that holds things together until you get ready to install it. Then you remove the pin and discard it.
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