Re: Aluminum Caribbean Intakes

Posted by Dr.Stuart Schaller, PhD On 2007/12/30 17:01:10

Something for me to think about, as I am not sure exactly how far I'm going to go with my '56 Patrician.

The motor seems to be in good shape at the moment, but smokes a little (oil smoke on startup, which gets better as the engine gets warm), and as there is a new set of rings, valve cover gaskets, and pan gasket in the trunk; maybe the previous owner was considering a rebuild. Outside of the minor smoke, it runs great though..

I would consider the aluminum heads, two 4bbl intake and carbs, and using a modern cam when the motor needs a rebuild.

More important at the moment is replacing the carpet and door seals, and some minor electrical work (clock and rear defroster don't work) and having the radio rebuilt. I got the power seat to work after fiddling with it for about 3 hours today. It was a bit of a pain, as the switch kept popping out of the socket every time I got the seat surround back in place...