Recent content by VeryValiantVellow

Thank you for your input.

Some very interesting replies. You have my gratitude. I agree with the combination of points you've made; just didn't want to admit that I'd come to the end of building. I've done other rods but that was years ago. This one was supposed to be the last one and so, like most other people, I...

My goodness, no. I built it for me. But from the time I started till now the left knee quit on me. Cant clutch and drive a stick. So probably take the losses and sell it but would like to see better than 15k for it. Plus pushing my 80th and figure...well you know.

331MP Very thoughtful and I will seriously consider your observations. I am concerned about the need or lack thereof for reinforcing the bumpers to keep them rigid.

Thanks. I'm learning a lot today about glass.

Thanks.

I can accept that. But I do want a 'fair chance' to start with a decently crafted product and it is possible the car will hit the market so I want it to be...marketable to the largest number of interested potential buyers.

Well Rusty. You are right. Was hoping for an easy fix like, "you need a lefthand monkey wrench". Ive never had much trouble with one of these carbs, have always been simple to tune but the mods are, as you say, extensive. I'll have to pull the stats and come back when I have more time to...

Yes. Mike. It idles nice and starts easy. Took it around the block to see if it shifted ok and (4 spd) goosed it. Went sideways immediately. So it's getting fuel but don't know about top end. Never let it out yet. 416 w lots of tweaks like headers, cam, NEW everything. Moroso spark.

Glasstek out of Ill has a ton of fiberglass for 66 Valiant/Baracudas. Question is this: I've been thinking about bumpers and hood, maybe rear deck even possibly fenders. Anyone used their stuff? Also, if I wanted to reinforce the bumpers so they don't blow in the wind, anyone with experience...

Thanks guys. I mistyped.. it is a 750 single pumper vacuum secondaries. Pump is electric holly. I cut pressure to about 5. Could drop to 4 and I have light springs in it now. I was thinking I might actually need heavier springs since it puffs slightly blue for a split second when I goose...

Edelbrock 650. New on a 340 punched to 413. Not even on street yet. Running rich. Have reset floats. Put in recommended needle and seat. Better, but Still rich. Any thoughts on cause? Oh, and have worked timing a bunch. It will idle at 700 with a decent cam. Don't remember specs on it...

I'd like to have it. VeryValliantVellow. I'm no good on these forums. Send me some kind of reply. I can give you my email if you like.

Thanks. Will look.

Rear Window Seal 66 2 door post Valiant. Needed. Not dried out. Or an idea for a suitable replacement I can modify. Anybody?