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Forum: FE TALK 09-20-2016, 08:26 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,496
Posted By ERA427
Just to follow through here... I was able...

Just to follow through here...

I was able to get my pinky finger into the spark plug hole enough to feel the bottom of the vavle and confirm that it was smooth all the way around. Also put a...
Forum: FE TALK 09-08-2016, 11:10 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,496
Posted By ERA427
Yes - important safety tip - thanks!

Yes - important safety tip - thanks!
Forum: FE TALK 09-08-2016, 11:08 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,496
Posted By ERA427
where can I get that tool? I would love to use...

where can I get that tool? I would love to use one like this where I don't need to pull the rockers and shaft...

I can't find any online like this.
Forum: FE TALK 09-08-2016, 07:23 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,496
Posted By ERA427
Thanks everyone. I think this gives me the right...

Thanks everyone. I think this gives me the right plan:
- stuff cylinder with rope to keep from losing valve
- remove broken spring with tool I need to buy
- Inspect spring further for evidence of...
Forum: FE TALK 09-07-2016, 11:10 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,496
Posted By ERA427
I think it must have been something like that....

I think it must have been something like that. Because i have a broken spring, I'm inclined to thing that this happened first, then released the pressure on the pushrod, which let it jump out of it's...
Forum: FE TALK 09-07-2016, 10:11 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,496
Posted By ERA427
BTW - on the 1995 rebuild. I spoke to the guy who...

BTW - on the 1995 rebuild. I spoke to the guy who did it, and he recalled that it was log mileage engine - from a car that had crashed years before (he didn't remember what). He said it was and...
Forum: FE TALK 09-07-2016, 09:57 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,496
Posted By ERA427
Patrick - not sure what you are pointing to -...

Patrick - not sure what you are pointing to - your picture didn't come through. Interesting to know what you're seeing.
Forum: FE TALK 09-07-2016, 09:25 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,496
Posted By ERA427
Valve Spring broken

Here is a pic of the broken spring and you can see the hole where I pulled the pushrod.
Forum: FE TALK 09-06-2016, 06:54 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,496
Posted By ERA427
I didn't specifically notice it when it happened....

I didn't specifically notice it when it happened. I was driving around town. I don't think I over-revved it, but that's the only idea I can come up with. I've heard others online say that the stock...
Forum: FE TALK 09-06-2016, 05:53 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,496
Posted By ERA427
Question Need valve spring recommendations for a stock 428CJ

I've got a snapped valve spring on my 428CJ and need suggestions for a replacement set of springs. The motor was rebuilt in 1995 by the previous owner, but I believe it to be totally stock from the...
Forum: ERA---Speak with Bob Putnam 05-25-2016, 12:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 605
Posted By ERA427
Which radiator?

I have ERA #434 with a 428CJ, built in 1995. I have a leaking radiator core and need to replace it. Any idea what I need to go buy to replace it? What would be a straight swap?
Forum: ERA---Speak with Bob Putnam 05-13-2016, 05:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 817
Posted By ERA427
Question Replacement Wind Wing????

I Uncovered ERA 434 this spring to find a broken driver side wind wing. I've read on other posts that the holes aren't all the same between brands. my wind wings have "COBRA" in block lettering. Does...
Forum: ERA---Speak with Bob Putnam 04-23-2015, 12:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,509
Posted By ERA427
ERA seats

Looks like about $3k to buy leather seats from ERA. They say that you can't just buy the leather and reskin your vinyl seats. But I discovered that you can by complete leather seats online from FFR...
Forum: ERA---Speak with Bob Putnam 04-08-2015, 03:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,509
Posted By ERA427
Looking for some ERA Seats. Anyone?

I have a busted passenger seat. I'm working on fixing it. They are black vinyl and of the older fiberglass frame style.

But I would prefer to upgrade to black leather, and ideally the newer steel...
Forum: ERA---Speak with Bob Putnam 08-27-2012, 09:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,188
Posted By ERA427
Question What's your ground clearance on your front fiberglass?

for the 427 version: Mine's about 3.5 inches and it's touched down a number of times going through a non-threatening-looking depression in the road. I assume that this is common but it makes me...
Forum: FE TALK 07-25-2012, 08:00 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,946
Posted By ERA427
whoops

whoops
Forum: FE TALK 07-25-2012, 07:46 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,946
Posted By ERA427
So I'm running a 3.54:1 rear with my TKO 5-speed....

So I'm running a 3.54:1 rear with my TKO 5-speed. I know 5 is an overdrive so I can't expect too much there. I do have a good timing light so I'll make sure the distributor if optimized. I haven't...
Forum: FE TALK 07-24-2012, 12:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,946
Posted By ERA427
JBCOBRA - I assume that you took the whole car in...

JBCOBRA - I assume that you took the whole car in there and had him tweak it? What was the net effect and how much did that cost you? Were you having problems before or just making sure you were as...
Forum: FE TALK 07-24-2012, 11:49 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,946
Posted By ERA427
either way - sounds like I need to read up on...

either way - sounds like I need to read up on this a lot more before messing with my problem-free engine.
Forum: FE TALK 07-24-2012, 11:39 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,946
Posted By ERA427
I like the timing idea. I have a Mallory...

I like the timing idea. I have a Mallory ignition. How do I get the timing optimized? Is there a way to do this at home or does it require some specialized technology to perform an analysis? I live...
Forum: FE TALK 07-24-2012, 11:01 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,946
Posted By ERA427
interesting - thanks. Sounds like a lot of $$ and...

interesting - thanks. Sounds like a lot of $$ and work for 30-35 hp. Nothing's ever easy here is it... :)
Forum: FE TALK 07-24-2012, 10:33 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,946
Posted By ERA427
how much $$$ does that typically cost? Does it...

how much $$$ does that typically cost? Does it require taking the car to someone, or sending the heads somewhere? Does it also require modifying the intake manifold?
Forum: FE TALK 07-24-2012, 10:21 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,946
Posted By ERA427
no budget in mind yet. Which type of head work...

no budget in mind yet. Which type of head work are you referring to? What would you expect the net effect (gain) to be and what would that cost?

I'd like to keep the heads since they are real CJ...
Forum: FE TALK 07-24-2012, 10:06 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,946
Posted By ERA427
I'd love to know if there is something that would...

I'd love to know if there is something that would add about another 50hp, that wouldn't have significant drawbacks to the low end pull.
Forum: FE TALK 07-24-2012, 10:03 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,946
Posted By ERA427
It's totally stock as far as I know. It's a 1969...

It's totally stock as far as I know. It's a 1969 428 CJ. It's got the CJ heads, with PI aluminum intake, Holley 750. I don't know the cam but I did speak with the original engine builder who didn't...
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