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Forum: FE TALK 10-16-2016, 12:00 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 10,154
Posted By car4jim
Brent. Can you please share the type of paint or...

Brent. Can you please share the type of paint or painting process you use to paint a cast iron block. Old school black, Etc.
Thanks
Forum: Lounge 11-28-2015, 08:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 911
Posted By car4jim
Do you have to keep them in separate garages?

Do you have to keep them in separate garages?
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 11-17-2015, 07:20 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 8,234
Posted By car4jim
Back to the weight of Kirkham thread...

Back to the weight of Kirkham thread...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 11-17-2015, 06:41 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 8,234
Posted By car4jim
Anyone done a jet turbine powered Cobra...hmmm?

Anyone done a jet turbine powered Cobra...hmmm?
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 11-17-2015, 06:22 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 8,234
Posted By car4jim
How about a magnesium wheel tread!!

How about a magnesium wheel tread!!
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 11-01-2015, 07:35 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,286
Posted By car4jim
Jeff. I will be driving in from LA. I will be in...

Jeff. I will be driving in from LA. I will be in Vegas Tuesday thru Thursday. Just hanging out. Would be happy to get together with the cobraphiles. Let me know contact plan.
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 08-02-2015, 07:48 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,330
Posted By car4jim
People walk up and ask if my Kirkham is a kit car...

People walk up and ask if my Kirkham is a kit car all the time. I used to get irritated and go into this deep explanation of a Kirkham. I changed my story recently. Now my response is simply: no kit,...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 07-13-2015, 08:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,777
Posted By car4jim
That's very sad news. I met him once in his shop....

That's very sad news. I met him once in his shop. Couldn't have been that old. Rev it up for Chuck!!! RIP
Forum: Superformance 07-13-2015, 08:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,101
Posted By car4jim
I'm gaining a great appreciation for FE builders...

I'm gaining a great appreciation for FE builders like Brent. This the fussiest motor I've ever worked on. Mistakes and lessons learned around every corner! I think partly due to the all aluminum...
Forum: Fuel Injection & Tuning 07-12-2015, 12:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,849
Posted By car4jim
I can't speak for your carb system, for my 4bbl...

I can't speak for your carb system, for my 4bbl Robert Pond setup, they required PCV and hose from valve cover to air cleaner. They basically inspected the block for casting number and determined it...
Forum: Kirkham Motorsports 07-05-2015, 09:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,944
Posted By car4jim
I can't think of a good reason (or outcome) to...

I can't think of a good reason (or outcome) to put anything on Kirkham bare aluminum. I clean mine with a damp towel with a little Dawn detergent. Wipe down again with clean water and dry with a dry...
Forum: FE TALK 06-29-2015, 05:48 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,590
Posted By car4jim
I believe due to the fairly high thermal...

I believe due to the fairly high thermal expansion rate of aluminum, it's tough to keep the paint from cracking off. Aluminum expands 2 times as much as cast iron for a given change in temperature....
Forum: Originality Forum 06-28-2015, 09:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,338
Posted By car4jim
This post kind of begs the question, if you were...

This post kind of begs the question, if you were going to wear some type of vintage clothes or outfit, what would that look like?
Forum: Antique & Collectibles 06-28-2015, 09:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 940
Posted By car4jim
Kirkham also makes a nice turkey pan. You might...

Kirkham also makes a nice turkey pan. You might look on eBay
Forum: FE TALK 06-28-2015, 10:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 844
Posted By car4jim
I guess the lesson learned for this thread is to...

I guess the lesson learned for this thread is to Torque to the block spec, not a head spec to maintain the as-honed characteristics of the block based on the original build.
Forum: FE TALK 06-28-2015, 08:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 844
Posted By car4jim
Yes. Agreed. Over-crushing the gasket and...

Yes. Agreed. Over-crushing the gasket and tightening to a lesser torque will probably lead to a failure. Spent several hours reading any info I could find on the Internet. Nothing definitive I could...
Forum: FE TALK 06-28-2015, 07:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 844
Posted By car4jim
Ok Brent. Thanks for the feedback. Where does...

Ok Brent. Thanks for the feedback. Where does this leave me. Have I ruined the head gaskets or can I back off in reverse order and re-torque to the lower values?
Forum: FE TALK 06-28-2015, 07:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 844
Posted By car4jim
I don't know background on studs. They are black...

I don't know background on studs. They are black oxide with 12 point nuts. Assumed ARP brand. Part of original Keithcraft build.
Forum: FE TALK 06-27-2015, 09:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 844
Posted By car4jim
Head Stud Torque Variation and General Issues

Let’s discuss the ins and outs of torqueing head studs. What are the best practices to address these issues? I attempted to state the issues immediately below, but more details and background in the...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 06-27-2015, 09:17 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,145
Posted By car4jim
I've read the new Black and Yellow plates are...

I've read the new Black and Yellow plates are reflectorized. I'm not sure how vintage they will look, but like the idea a lot. Anybody seen the final product yet?
Forum: Arizona Cobra's 06-21-2015, 03:30 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,533
Posted By car4jim
I agree. The overall quality is awesome and your...

I agree. The overall quality is awesome and your getting a truly period piece of hardware. It's essentially the real thing, only better! Love mine. Bought right the first time. You'll have this face...
Forum: FE TALK 06-14-2015, 08:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 741
Posted By car4jim
So...is the purpose of the oil slinger to spin...

So...is the purpose of the oil slinger to spin oil up on the cam gear, or to keep oil from reaching the front timing cover oil seal?
Forum: Shop Talk 06-14-2015, 12:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,644
Posted By car4jim
Anybody tried the POR15 engine enamel? Seems like...

Anybody tried the POR15 engine enamel? Seems like a good product. To be honest, I bought the Duplicolor enamel with ceramic, but a little leery of engine paint in a rattle-can. I've used to paint...
Forum: Shop Talk 06-13-2015, 12:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,644
Posted By car4jim
Best Practice - Painting Engine Parts

Any feedback on the best way or best practice to paint engine parts, oil pan, front cover, etc. Interested in best longevity and appearance. Rattle can, spray rig, what type of paint?
Forum: FE TALK 06-13-2015, 12:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 741
Posted By car4jim
Oil Slinger - Do I need one?

I'm working with a Robert Pond aluminum 427 side-oiler engine. I'm doing some engine work to reseal the engine. When I removed the front cover, I discovered the engine went it's first 4000 miles...
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