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by Harv
Tue Jul 05, 2011 12:40 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: 132 vs 138
Replies: 8
Views: 1691

Re: 132 vs 138

Well said Terry. :D
by Harv
Tue Jul 05, 2011 12:36 pm
Forum: General sharing advice and experience
Topic: Turbo 253
Replies: 33
Views: 3056

Re: Turbo 253

Turbo 253 may not be as silly as it sounds, despite the availability of (relatively) cheap 308/350s. From memory (admittedly blurry :oops: ) when I did the calcs on getting the EK wagon, the biggest I could go on a blown motor (and still meet NSW Light Vehicle Modification guidelines) was a 253 (cou...
by Harv
Mon Jul 04, 2011 5:38 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: 132 vs 138
Replies: 8
Views: 1691

Re: 132 vs 138

Ash, 132's and 138's both had Strommie BXOV-1 carbs. The carb specs changed (ie the internals are a little different - for example the FX humpies ran richer mixtures when flat-out but leaner cruise mixtures than the other greys), though they will run if swapped (might be a little rich or lean and ne...
by Harv
Tue Jun 21, 2011 10:03 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: FB/EK Holden Timing Gear Replacement Enthusiasts Guide
Replies: 5
Views: 2755

FB/EK Holden Timing Gear Replacement Enthusiasts Guide

Ladies and Gents, As promised, attached below a link to a the FB/EK Holden timing gear replacement enthusiasts guide (with thanks to those on the forum who commented). It contains practical information on identification of timing gear failure, disassembly and reassembly of FB and EK Holden timing ge...
by Harv
Sun Jun 19, 2011 9:27 pm
Forum: Electrical System
Topic: Dicky indicator
Replies: 2
Views: 502

Re: Dicky indicator

It's part of the fun of owning an early Holden - like the guy on the Police Academy movies, they seem to make a new noise every day (can't remember which one of the forum guys I stole that quote off, but it's pretty true). The indicators have a spring-loaded contact behind them that can get sticky. ...
by Harv
Sun Jun 19, 2011 12:40 pm
Forum: Electrical System
Topic: Pertronix Ignitor trouble.
Replies: 19
Views: 1594

Re: Pertronix Ignitor trouble.

Utek, Sounds like Trev is right, and it's out by one tooth (over retarded). It interesting that you found: It seemed that there was two different positions that the dizzy could sit and still have the rotor and mark lined up- one really advanced and one really retarded. . If you move it around one to...
by Harv
Sun Jun 19, 2011 12:25 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Sources of Grey motor parts.
Replies: 2
Views: 472

Re: Sources of Grey motor parts.

Ash, If you're up Armidale way, the best source of parts would be Stevie J's house at 2am... (only kidding Steve :D :P ). REPCO/Autobarn/Bursons is not a bad start for some of the basics (gaskets etc). Burlinsons in Tamworth are not bad for that either. Rare Spares/American Autos in Sydney are proba...
by Harv
Wed Jun 15, 2011 11:56 am
Forum: Brakes, Wheels and Tyres
Topic: Hub centric rings
Replies: 2
Views: 691

Re: Hub centric rings

Havn't tried to adapt the hub size, but I thought the showstopper was that the PCD on Commodore and HQ was different - Commodore at 120mm (4.724") and HQ at 120.65mm (4.75")? Admitedly they are not different by much, but enough to put a bending moment on the studs which can lead to failure...
by Harv
Tue Jun 14, 2011 9:38 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Timing gear expertise
Replies: 1
Views: 354

Timing gear expertise

Ladies and gents, Having spent a (greasy) Easter replacing a grey motor timing gear, I figured I'd jot down the process into a document to help the next guy - the workshop manual has most of the process in it, but it is not that transparent, and most enthusiasts don't have a manual. The document (do...
by Harv
Mon Jun 13, 2011 12:34 am
Forum: My FB EK
Topic: Small Block for EK Wagon
Replies: 364
Views: 49521

Re: Small Block for EK Wagon

Yep, radiator in mine is VL Conformadore auto. Same size core as the VK 308, so should handle the 327 going into mine. Inlets/outlets are in the right spot for SBC, and height is damn close to correct (have to notch the front radiator support bar though.

Cheers,
Harv.
by Harv
Fri Jun 10, 2011 9:39 am
Forum: Engine
Topic: jet sizes for double carbs
Replies: 12
Views: 6137

Re: jet sizes for double carbs

Cool 8)

"it doesn't do much idling" made me laugh - sounds familiar!

Cheers,
Harv.
by Harv
Wed Jun 08, 2011 9:08 am
Forum: My FB EK
Topic: Small Block for EK Wagon
Replies: 364
Views: 49521

Re: Small Block for EK Wagon

Cool progress! Dizzy should clear OK (standard Chev one does), but can be a bugger to get out once the motors in (tends to hit on the cowl lip as you lift it). http://i929.photobucket.com/albums/ad136/V8EKwagon/DSC02209.jpg Drivers side cylinder head will probably foul on the firewall - adjust with ...
by Harv
Tue Jun 07, 2011 2:31 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: jet sizes for double carbs
Replies: 12
Views: 6137

Re: jet sizes for double carbs

Hmmm.. think I understand now why the venturi restrictors need to be filed back when fitting to grey motor Strombergs. The restrictors (or venturi sleeves) used are made for Holley List 7448 carbs (a Holley 2300 carb, 2 barrel 350CFM). The Holley 7448 carbs have a 1 3/16” primary venturi, which is b...
by Harv
Tue Jun 07, 2011 9:45 am
Forum: Engine
Topic: jet sizes for double carbs
Replies: 12
Views: 6137

Re: jet sizes for double carbs

Gents, Apologies in advance for dragging up an old post :oops: , but some queries over on the FE/FC forum got my interest (probably 'cause my hands are still carbony from overhauling Strombergs :D :P ). The post over on the FE/FC forum relates to carby venturi restrictors: http://fefcholden.org.au/f...