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Re: Racing engine
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It sounds like a fast idle, and possibly the curb idle speed issue with the carburetor. When a car sits for long periods, fuel tends to gum up, or varnish, the jets and internals causing general running issues, particularly noticeable at idle speeds. I would recommend you first make sure the carb isn't gummed up and has clean fresh fuel, then try a simple cleaning to loosen and remove varnish. Make sure to clean the external levers and rods.

Good luck!

Posted on: 2015/3/11 21:31
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Re: Air Lock when filling tank
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Another possibility is the vent tube being of too great a length. It shouldn't have any dips or bends to create anything similar to a plumbing p trap. If it is bent to create one, pull the tube and/or trim it a little shorter to prevent the vapor from liquifying into the tube preventing proper ventilation.

Posted on: 2015/2/20 20:56
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Re: 9 main 327 - to rebuild, swap, trade?
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I'd go with the rebuild for the same reasons HH56 gave you. At the very least you'll need a engine overhaul gasket set, and Kanter sells those starting at $930 for the basic kit to $1475 for the whole enchilada including new hydraulic lifters. I myself would disassemble and inspect all parts prior to rebuilding because that's all free... just simple sweat equity. At the least you'll then know if it's a simple fix like a failed lifter, or a bad rod, wrist pin, or piston. Those you can buy and replace individually.

Besides... what you have right now is an awfully nice engine in need of repair. The car is nice as well, and well worth the time, effort, and money to get it purring on down the road again.

That's my 2?

Kind regards!

Posted on: 2015/2/16 0:07
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Re: Quick Question on IDing engines...
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I recently picked up a donor Packard for needed parts. The front tires were flat and shredding, and the rear axles were pulled from the differential, so nothing at all to roll with. We constructed a carriage using 6" x 6" lumber, and four 6" casters (load bearing of 900lbs per) bolted through all the timbers. All supplies were purchased from a local building supply store for about $150. Using a winch on the car carrier, we pulled the car up and onto the carrier with the only caveat being that the ramps must be smooth or covered with wood or you'll risk ripping or bending the casters. We use this carriage to also place and move the engine and trans around... they're heavy buggers. Once in the garage, we're able to use simple car dollies to move the donor around wheelless and all.

As for seized engines, I've found that in most cases, they can be freed up and made to run good as new again. The trick is good penetrating oil and patience. I personally prefer the homemade brew using a 50/50 mix of ATF (Dexron/Mercon) and acetone. Shake in a metal container (wants to separate like oil & vinegar salad dressing), and spray or brush it on. Leave it to sit for a couple hours and when you return it ought to be freed up. Some cases will require additional spray & soak until it frees. As acetone has a habit of dissolving the o-rings and seals in plastic spray bottles, use a Milwaukee SureShot steel spray bottle.

My brother and I are currently rebuilding a 1953 Chrysler 331 Hemi, and it had been sitting outside at a parts yard for 35 years, and the last decade without an oil pan. We tore it apart last week, sprayed it yesterday morning, and when I left the shop tonight the pistons, connecting rods, and crank were all loosening up and starting to turn. It ought to be completely freed up by Tuesday at the latest. Then we can tear it down completely to begin rebuilding it. We have a 1955 DeSoto Hemi sitting in the same condition... frozen up, but we'll get that freed up and working again too.

Good luck with getting the donor home. I'm sure you'll do just fine with it.

Kind regards!

Posted on: 2015/2/15 23:48
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Re: 1953 Patrician 400 Parts
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Thank you, Howard! After that huge lead, I got online and did indeed find it's a Keyed Radio Head. Now all I have to do is to identify the application. According to what I've been able to find, I need to remove the two slotted screws and look under the cover. There will be a maker's mark inside the body somewhere. Now I'll have to dig into the car itself to see if I can locate the key for it. I doubt it's there, but I use a really good old-timer locksmith who can replicate nearly anything with a lock and tumblers.

Posted on: 2015/2/10 13:22
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1953 Patrician 400 Parts
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My brother and I purchased a donor 1953 Packard 400 for the parts that are missing on the restoration project car we're currently working on. While going through the vehicle's contents, we ran across an oddity that I'm unable to find any reference anywhere online. The best I can describe is that it's possibly a keyed governor. It has two knobs, and they turned sheathed cables with slotted ends. Both knobs and their respective cables work, but we have no key to determine if the device can be operated.

I did take several photos of the device and are posting them. As a Graphic Designer, I know the type used on the dial's face is Art Deco, and likely used into the late 30s, but certainly not in use by the mid 40s and later.

Once the contents of the vehicle have been inspected and categorized, they will be posted as items for sale. There's a lot of beautiful and perfect stainless trim inside the donor, along with Clipper trim and interior pieces. That will be a little later, for those who may ask.

Thank you for any insight you can give. I appreciate it.

Kind regards!

Miscellaneous Parts Front
Miscellaneous Parts Back

Posted on: 2015/2/10 12:15
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Re: The answer to "patina"
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That sounds like Dip-Your-Car, and anyone can do it in their garage a lot cheaper than sending it to a pro or service. Here is the link: DipYourCar. It's a good tough coating that is, in fact, Plasti-Dip, but sold in quarts and gallons with additional plasticizers, colors, and paint effects like pearl and metallic flakes. The finish can be matte, or high gloss depending on the final applied coat. Most of today's modders prefer the matte paint finish as it make them "feel" the car is stealthier.

My personal style would be to not consider using it on a classic vehicle as it's contradictory to the nature of the vehicle. This coating is used by modders of mostly turbo pocket rockets. I myself use it on my chrome wheels to keep them free of corrosion. When the clear coating starts to get nicked or ratty looking, I peel it off and recoat with a HVLP gun. Some like to use it on door and trunk handles and vehicle emblems, while others like to cover part or all the vehicles paint and/or trim. It has its use and purposes according to ones personal tastes and preferences.

Warm regards!

Posted on: 2015/1/26 21:00
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Re: Continental Kit doesn't fit
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Sent you a PM regarding your Continental kit.

Warm regards!

Posted on: 2015/1/22 12:19
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Re: Shudder when letting out clutch in 1st
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Have you considered a possible bad U-joint? If they sit for periods of time, the needle bearings dry and rust causing binding. Once the needle bearings seize up, the bearing cup will prematurely wear. This is most noticeable at low speeds due to oscillation frequency, and often seems to disappear once cruising past 30mph.

Warm regards!

Posted on: 2015/1/8 22:18
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Re: Tire Shopping for a '54 Clipper
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Here's a calculator to help determine differing tire diameter changes to speedometer readings.
Tire Ratio Calculator

Posted on: 2014/12/24 0:22
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