I can try to do that with the left side bumper filler because it is still intact. Same with the center portion. But the right side is basically a couple of handfuls of gravel.
I'm sure everyone is aware how fragile these things are now. That plastic portion that covers the gap between the rear bumper and the body/tail lights. The right section on my '80 LS has basically disintegrated - if you look at them too hard they'll disintegrate.
Does anyone make a...
In the rebuild kit, there are instructions for how to set the metering rods.
One other thing you could try is to use full vacuum advance. That way your throttle bores will have to be closed down almost completely at idle, giving you full advantage of the idle transition slots.
Yes, make sure the choke isn't closing on a still-hot engine.
Just to clarify, true vapour lock is when the mechanical fuel pump gets so hot that the fuel 'boils' inside the pump under vacuum and so won't create suction to pull any fuel in to pump. Pouring water on the pump will show if that...
All great points describing the benefits of the torsion bar system.
As a further comparison, Uncle Tony did a quick segment on Ford musclecar spring setups. Most GM at the time put the spring between the lower A-arm and the frame. Ford put it from the upper A-arm to the shock/spring tower...
You called it. You normally do the right thing to prevent it and then the one time you don't, all the stars line up in the worst possible way.
Thanks for reminding us all to take the preventive steps we know we should take but sometimes don't because "we'll be careful".
I was thinking the exact same thing, I envy you guys who get so much done so fast. Looking great.
When you've got it done, you should find one of the air cleaner 'pie tins' which say "318-4 BBL", to throw people off the scent. (wink)
You got a great deal, I think. See if you can find the old "Doctor Olds" advertisements from back in the day, very colourful. A buddy had a '68 442 just like that. Love those trumpet exhaust tips. That car was fast.