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Forum: Midstates Cobra's---Speak with Bob Kallio 01-13-2014, 07:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,289
Posted By RLSIDWELL
Thanks Tim. I've got it up and have tightened...

Thanks Tim. I've got it up and have tightened down the rings and am able to get the coil over completely loose from the tower. However, it just seems there is no "opening" big enough to get the...
Forum: Midstates Cobra's---Speak with Bob Kallio 01-12-2014, 07:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,289
Posted By RLSIDWELL
Removing Front Coil Overs

I have a Midstates Cobra with Mustang II front suspension. I need to remove the Aldan coil overs and was wondering if anyone could quickly explain the procedure. I have it unbolted, but can't quite...
Forum: Shop Talk 08-20-2010, 02:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,605
Posted By RLSIDWELL
Separating Two Siliconed Pieces

Hi all. I have a cast expansion tank where the top and bottom are siliconed together and I need to separate the two. The silicone is "super stuck" and I don't want to try driving a wedge between...
Forum: Midstates Cobra's---Speak with Bob Kallio 02-05-2009, 11:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,417
Posted By RLSIDWELL
Replacement Radiator

Was hoping someone could help me locate a replacement radiator for my Midstates Cobra. I currently have a Griffin which has developed a leak. I took it to a radiator shop and they told me it was...
Forum: FE TALK 07-25-2008, 06:21 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,401
Posted By RLSIDWELL
Sorry I missed the early postings on this thread,...

Sorry I missed the early postings on this thread, but feel compelled to add my two cents worth. I bought a Dove expansion tank two years ago and it came with a 1/4 inch hole just under the outlet...
Forum: FE TALK 02-25-2007, 03:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,636
Posted By RLSIDWELL
John, It's my understanding that putting the...

John, It's my understanding that putting the restrictors in the heads will neither increase nor decrease oil pressure. In my case, I am looking at putting them in because I put in a high volume oil...
Forum: FE TALK 02-25-2007, 08:54 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,636
Posted By RLSIDWELL
I cut the top out of an old valve cover and when...

I cut the top out of an old valve cover and when I ran the engine at idle, oil splashed everywhere. I didn't cover with plastic as Mike mentioned. I am running an OEM oil pan and now realize I need...
Forum: FE TALK 02-24-2007, 09:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,406
Posted By RLSIDWELL
I don't know about their heads, but my experience...

I don't know about their heads, but my experience with Dove Manufacturing is one of those stories we all hear about. I bought an FE expansion tank from them and it had a 1/4" hole in it. You could...
Forum: FE TALK 02-24-2007, 07:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,636
Posted By RLSIDWELL
FE Oil Restrictors

I have searched through the forum concerning oil restrictors and was wondering if someone would take the time to explain what they are. I am using OEM 390 heads and have a Melling HV oil pump. Like...
Forum: FE TALK 02-06-2007, 04:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 797
Posted By RLSIDWELL
360 vs 390 block

I just want to either confirm or deny that a 360 block is identical to a 390. Assuming they were both cast in the same year, all additional parts (crank, rods, heads, etc.) were tossed, and the two...
Forum: Small Block Talk 01-22-2007, 06:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 14,057
Posted By RLSIDWELL
Anybody ever try "Aluminator"? I read about it...

Anybody ever try "Aluminator"? I read about it in an article in the Feb issue of Car Craft. I personally have not used it, but the article caught my eye for the same reason. It is sold by Orison...
Forum: FE TALK 08-29-2006, 08:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,000
Posted By RLSIDWELL
391 Ft

Couple of questions for you FE guys that know something about FTs.

I have come across a 391 FT engine. If I understand correctly, the crank is forged and has a larger diameter snout and thicker...
Forum: Mid-America Cobra Club 07-19-2006, 08:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,279
Posted By RLSIDWELL
Hi all. I was there as well and did have a great...

Hi all. I was there as well and did have a great time, although I would like to have seen some vendors show up! Oh well, maybe next year. Any word on the guy in the blue and white Backdraft that...
Forum: FE TALK 05-31-2006, 06:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,138
Posted By RLSIDWELL
The manifold seems to me to fit right. When I...

The manifold seems to me to fit right. When I took it off, I can see the indentations on the gaskets around the ports like it is torqueing down correctly. I thought I read a post once that talked...
Forum: FE TALK 05-30-2006, 08:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,138
Posted By RLSIDWELL
Intake Manifold Question

Am getting ready to replace intake manifold gasket and, since I have everything apart, was wondering if someone can tell me how to determine if I need to have my intake planed to match the heads - FE...
Forum: FE TALK 05-30-2006, 08:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,045
Posted By RLSIDWELL
Pulled the intake today and found the gasket had...

Pulled the intake today and found the gasket had not sealed at all on the bottom of #7. All other ports the gasket had sealed all the way around. Am picking up Victor gaskets tomorrow. Thanks for...
Forum: FE TALK 05-29-2006, 02:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,045
Posted By RLSIDWELL
390 Started Smoking

I have a FE 390 with stock heads and Edelbrock Performer RPM intake. 590 miles on engine since rebuild. I recently replaced my intake gasket because of a leak in the rear. The first 150 miles...
Forum: FE TALK 04-30-2006, 05:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 905
Posted By RLSIDWELL
Check. PCV valve on one side and breather cap on...

Check. PCV valve on one side and breather cap on the other. I have played this out a hundred times. What's the definition of insanity "When we do something over and over again, yet expect...
Forum: FE TALK 04-30-2006, 04:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 905
Posted By RLSIDWELL
Lifter Valley Tray

When I rebuilt my FE 390 I replaced the intake with a Performer RPM. Because the new intake does not have the exhaust cross over, I discarded the lifter valley tray. This was also after doing some...
Forum: Shop Talk 04-05-2006, 08:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,006
Posted By RLSIDWELL
Very possible I misunderstood him. I am going to...

Very possible I misunderstood him. I am going to nix the teflon idea - at least for this particular application. Thanks for the replies. It's always good to get other opinions.

Rick
Forum: Parts Wanted 04-05-2006, 04:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 586
Posted By RLSIDWELL
Eye Bolts

Anybody know where I can find two 7/16 fine thread eye bolts three and a half to four inches long? I have searched the net and gone to many hardware stores but the only thing I have been able to...
Forum: Shop Talk 04-04-2006, 07:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,006
Posted By RLSIDWELL
Teflon Tape on Intake Bolts

I am bolting a Edelbrock Performer RPM intake on a FE 390 with ARP bolts. A friend of mine suggested I use teflon tape on the bolt threads. I have not done this in the past and was wondering if I...
Forum: Shop Talk 03-08-2006, 07:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 530
Posted By RLSIDWELL
Tie rod end problem

I have a Mustang II frontend and when I try to tighten the tie rod end castlenut the entire shaft is turning. I could sure use some suggestions on how to stabilize the shaft in order to get the nut...
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