Ron Pope Motorsports                California Custom Roadsters               

Search results

  1. railroad

    Steering drift

    Before changing the toe, check the wheel bearing, making sure the they are not loose. Next, I would check the tire pressure. T's do not require the higher inflation required in a full wt auto. You can go either direction, up or down and see how it affects the steering. I do not like to have...
  2. railroad

    Pictures

    Sorry about being vague. I cannot see pics posted in threads by other people. I see an img and an icon. Clicking on the img or icon does nothing.
  3. railroad

    Pictures

    OK, something exceeded my computer knowledge. Did not take too much, but I am not seeing any pictures, just img. Is this something I can correct on my end? I turned off my ad blocker, but no go. thanks,
  4. railroad

    New Old Guy....Duh!

    Thanks for your service and welcome to the site. I am right there with you on the age thing and still kicking. I guess you can tell we like pictures and details. Looking forward to your post.
  5. railroad

    Cooling 302 Crate Engine

    Unless the engine was dyno'd prior to installation, you are looking at generating more heat than usual, during break in. Let us know what you have for cooling now, you might be good. Of course a new proper size radiator does give one some comfort.
  6. railroad

    Converter? For those with a 383 stroker and TH350 combo

    Not sure I understand your statement. 3200 is the stall you have in your trans? The advertised stall is not the rpm the vehicle will begin to move. With the lt wt of the T and idling at 1000, the advertised stall will be correct for the application IMO. I would venture a guess the T will pull...
  7. railroad

    Converter? For those with a 383 stroker and TH350 combo

    If your tune is finalized at 1000 rpm idle, get a 3000-3200 and a top of the line trans cooler.
  8. railroad

    Cover me

    What's not to like, you made it and it looks right.
  9. railroad

    Trying to get a title in NJ

    I read somewhere about registering the car as kit and being exempt. Do some reading on Factory Five Racing site. They sell the AC Cobra builds and numerous owners have to deal with the same issues. They are in Mass and a lot of the owners are from the New England states. Good luck,
  10. railroad

    Take a seat

    Great Price! Good find.
  11. railroad

    Two - 14" rear wheels for a beer and burger!

    Generous offer for a nice set of wheels. Too far for me, but thank you from an old car nut.
  12. railroad

    Right front brake grabs

    I have been told there is still asbestos in some commercial or heavy duty brake and clutch linings. If your work area can tolerate water, it is safer to just use a water hose to spray off brake dust before or after a brake job. Brakes endure water exposure, so no increased risk. I did all my...
  13. railroad

    Right front brake grabs

    If one of the wheel cylinder cups stick, it can easily be freed and go back to operating normally. My brakes are older style than those being addressed and they seem to stick after sitting a long time. I stab the brakes a couple of times, if they do not feel a little odd.
  14. railroad

    Right front brake grabs

    I have the same or similar old style Ford brakes. They are not self energizing. The hyd wheel cylinder expands the shoes at the top and the bottom just hinges. I had one wheel cylinder leak. After replacing the wheel cylinder and putting new shoes on that side, the brakes pulled. I think the...
  15. railroad

    Right front brake grabs

    I have found that the left brake not working properly makes the right seem to grab. I would check the function on the left side.
  16. railroad

    Master Cylinder Failed?

    Check valve on the end of the master cylinder piston, did not seal. These are usually reed valves. Trash under then makes them total inoperable. Sometimes stabbing the pedal will dislodge the trash and restore function. You did right it, changing it out. I would get a new push rod or...
  17. railroad

    No Front Brakes!

    The front brakes should be plumbed to the larger reservoir end of the master cylinder, which might also have a larger piston. If it has a stepped piston, the larger piston will be on the pushrod end of the master cylinder. Summit sells a brake pressure gauge with adapters that fit into the...
  18. railroad

    Brake time

    Be careful with the brake fluid, it does not like paint. Good job!
  19. railroad

    Unused parts in your garage

    I wish, it is a roadster, fiberglass with doors.
  20. railroad

    Unused parts in your garage

    A better way is to post what you are looking for. I have a 29 body and frame that needs a new home, etc.

     Ron Pope Motorsports                Advertise with Us!     
Back
Top