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    Where To Get Distributor Bushings

    I've been searching for a place to buy distributor bushings and so far I'm not having any luck. Any of you guys know a good place to buy them? I know some of you will say I'd be better off buying an aftermarket distributor but I want to stick with the stock look and Pertronix.
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    Header Shrouding On 351W

    I'm putting a 351W block in my 66 FB. I bought the Hedman engine swap headers mainly because I didn't want to put out the cash for a set of Hookers or JBAs. I have a set of AFR 185 heads and upon measuring the exhaust port I found that it is about 5/32nds wider than my header opening. I have...
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    Plug Boot Angle

    I've got a 66 and I'm putting a 351W block in it with AFR 185 heads. I have a set of Hedmann 88660 engine swap headers for it. My question is, do I need straight boots or 45 degree boots where the wires attach to the plugs? edit: Will these work ok with tall valve covers...
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    Valve Cover Fitment

    Will these valve covers fit over Comp Cams Pro Magnum roller rockers? The cam lift is .520" on the intake side. Ford Racing M-6582-F303 - Ford Racing Aluminum Valve Covers - Overview - SummitRacing.com I'm guessing that they won't but I'm sure that some of you guys will know.
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    Radiator For 66 With 408

    I'm going to buy a radiator for my 66 with a 408. I want a stock looking radiator and have found 3 rows at Auto Zone and Advance Auto for $132.99. I'm willing to spend more money if needed. Is this going to be enough radiator for a 408 or should I look elsewhere for a 4 row? I definitely...
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    Putting 89 5.0 Into A 66

    I'm getting an 89 5.0 and I want to take the fuel injection off and put it in a 66. What problems will I have to address? I know I'll have to change the intake, put a carb on it, change the distributor and change the oil pan. Will 289 headers bolt up to this engine ok? Can I put a 69 351...
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    MAZDA B2500 DIES IN NEUTRAL

    I just got a 1998 Mazda B2500 to drive to work. It has an automatic trans. It starts and runs ok and will run in reverse. When I put it in Neutral or any forward gear it dies. It will still turn over in Neutral but won't start. The back window has been leaking and it has not been driven for...
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    THE CAR

    This may not belong here but it is about wanting to fix up an old Mustang. Feel free to move it if needed. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i40_QmLRJkg This may not be the music of choice for many of you but I hope that you can appreciate the message.
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    1970 TIMING COVER POINTER

    I have a 1970 type aluminum timing cover for my 351W block. I'd like to put a 69 water pump on it so the bottom hose would be on the passenger side. Are there any timing pointers that would bolt on to the drivers side of the cover or would I have to make my own? If there are what would they...
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    HOLLEY 4160 3310 OR 80508

    I'm going to buy a new Holley 4160 in the next few days and I've got a few questions for the ones of you who have owned these carbs. I'm trying to decide wether I should buy the 3310 manual choke or the 80508 electric choke. My car is going to be 99% street (not a daily driver) so would a 3310...
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    2500 STALL WITH 3.25 GEARS?

    I'm building a 408 stroker for low end power and mainly street use. It'll very seldom see high revs and streetability is my main concern. It's going in a 66 Mustang F/B with a C4 and probably 3.25 gears. From what I gather a vehicle should cruise at at least the stall rpm. Is that correct...
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    WHICH TIMING SET TO USE

    http://store.summitracing.com/Compare.asp?SearchType=Engine&N=700+0&rsview=sku&RemoveSKU=CLO-9-1135 These timing sets say that they're all true rollers but is Cloyes 3135 worth the extra money?. I've been told that the Edelbrock is the same as the Cloyes 3135. Is that correct? Will the...
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    SHOULD I BUY A SFI RATED FLEXPLATE

    I'm building a 408 stroker. It won't be raced very much or turn real high rpm's. Should I buy a SFI rated flexplate or use a stock one I have that was behind a 69 302. Since they're not very expensive I'd rather buy one now if I need another one. If you think I need a new one which brand...
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    IS SUMMITT BALANCER OK?

    I'm going to need a new balancer for my 408 that I'm building. It'll only see the track on rare occasions. It'll be driven mostly on weekends in good weather and won't see real high rpm's very often. I need to buy one soon so I can have the assembly balanced...
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    CAM FOR MY APPLICATION

    I've posted on her other times for help building my engine. It's taking longer than I anticipated and want to thank all of you for the help. My engine also has changed as I've gone along. I've got a 408 stroker kit that should have about a 9.6 to 1 CR. I have a pair of AFR 185's that should...
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    LONG TUBE VS SHORTY HEADERS

    Are long tube headers much better than shorty headers? I've read that shortys are no better than a stock exhaust maniold but I find that hard to believe. I know the engine that it is going on will make a difference in the answer too. I'm building a 408 for mainly street use. I'm not looking...
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    ROLLER ROCKER RECOMMENDATIONS

    My 408 stroker kit should be in any day and I've been looking at roller rockers. Would the Crane Energizer roller rocker (11746-16) be a good choice for a street engine? They are $199.95 at Summit. Are there any other good ones that sell for less? This engine won't be abused a whole lot.
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    ORIGINAL FORD TOOLING SHEET METAL

    I purchased two fenders and a hood made with the original Ford tooling for my 66 FB. I feel fairly confident that they will fit better than the other fenders and hoods that can be bought. I checked the finish and found one fairly large outboard and several other ripples and flaws. I know I...
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    EDELBROCK RPM 2.02 OR 1.90 INTAKE

    Will the Edelbrock RPM heads with 1.90 intake valves perform as well as the 2.02 valve heads up to about 5,500 rpm? If not will the bigger valved head run better off idle all the way up or do better up to a certain rpm? I know this depends a lot on the rest of the setup but would just like a...
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    WILL PISTONS HAVE TO BE NOTCHED?

    On an Eagle 408 stroker engine with Keith Black pistons (KB319 with 27.5cc dish) will the pistons have to be cut for clearance when using 60259 Edlebrock Heads? The heads have 2.020 intake and 1.600 exhaust valves. I'll be using a cam with probably no more than a .500" lift. Will it work...
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