Motor Code...

[James Terry]

Ok got the cooling system updated with new radiator, thermostat, an hoses. Old system used fuel line to connect tranny lines to rad, so I used some fuel line and new clamps, got back from a test run thru the neighborhood and she was leaking fluid at the radiator area. Got check that out today, the fun never ends!

 

[Garrett Ellison]

What kind of fluid and where from?

 

[James Terry]

What kind of fluid and where from?

The auto tranny lines that connect to the radiator, I used new fuel line to connect to the barbs they connect to, I must not have tightened them enough, will look this afternoon. Need a break from the truck....

 

[Garrett Ellison]

Assuming that it’s a factory transmission, you’d be miles ahead if you could find a set of factory metal lines from a donor vehicle.

 

[James Terry]

Assuming that it’s a factory transmission, you’d be miles ahead if you could find a set of factory metal lines from a donor vehicle.

Its a 727, steel lines are there, the new radiator has flared pipes coming out of rad, so I have to do what previous owner did and use some fuel line. Trying to think of a stronger hose thats readily available...

 

[James Terry]

Ok, lesson learned, barbs for tranny lines coming out of new rad were not right, and I did not check. My fault, that wont happen again! Ok, no leaks from tranny and old leaks from valve covers seem to have been fixed with new gaskets. Are the cast aluminum covers any better than these flexy Edelbrock ones?

 

[Garrett Ellison]

Good Job! I like the stock steel covers really well myself, but my experience with any of them dictates good quality reusable rubber and steel combination gaskets are the only sure way to keep leaks in check.

 

[pt70]

James; don't use fuel line hose for ATF, especially ATF+4. It has new chemicals in it. I bought some ATF hose from NAPA some years ago, it's sold by the foot. Has a higher pressure rating.

 

[James Terry]

James; don't use fuel line hose for ATF, especially ATF+4. It has new chemicals in it. I bought some ATF hose from NAPA some years ago, it's sold by the foot. Has a higher pressure rating.

Thanks for the heads up, pick up some on the way home today.
Next quest, no degree tab on front of motor....

 

[65dartcharger]

We all learn as we go.

Personally, I am proud of my mistakes because they prove I can still learn.

Well said!

 

[4eighteener]

Hey JT,
Not only is your block and 318 and not a 273, but it is a 67/68 thick bore block.
Possible 340 size bore potential, or just a 4" bore for more piston choices when/if upgrading.
Seems like you are a town or two away.
Pm me if you ever need a hand