32 Ford "tweaks" and a few mods

[GregWeld]

Jody - I'd add to this that since I have aluminum heads - I don't like to pull the plugs with the motors at temp... so this quicky test was done on a cold motor that had been running pig fat.. and no rocking the rings or any other trick to make sure everything is just right. My guess is that if I tested this motor at operating temps - rocked the rings etc - that those numbers would be noticeably lower.

Regardless of that... this was a $3800 (net cost) crate motor... so I wouldn't expect the same results on a max effort build. If it makes it through the summer cruising season - I'll be happy! Seriously! I've already been working out what motor SHOULD be in there. And once that happens - around here (my house) - that's as good as DONE.

[DOOM]

Greg..... It takes alot to hurt a small block. $3800.00 I agree when its done ,on to the next

[camcojb]

Originally Posted by GregWeld

Everyone wants to have a hero engine, but don't believe all the hype you hear about 2 percent leakage engines. No cylinder seals perfectly, especially if the engine is nitroused, supercharged, or turbocharged where the top and second rings are set with wide ring endgaps. Even for normally aspirated engines, respectable leakage numbers would be anywhere from 8 to 12 percent with a variation between cylinders of 4 to 5 percent, but it's possible the variation could be as high as 10 percent.

So if you test an engine and see leakage numbers even in the 15 to 20 percent range, this is not cause for alarm



Read more: http://www.carcraft.com/techarticles...#ixzz1RW3bDAVS

I was just quoting my personal experience; never had an engine I built with those kind of leakdowns, even when new and un-fired. If you're not worried about it that's all that matters.

[GregWeld]

Originally Posted by camcojb

I was just quoting my personal experience; never had an engine I built with those kind of leakdowns, even when new and un-fired. If you're not worried about it that's all that matters.

Well just for you buddy.... and I do certainly consider you a buddy! I'm going to perform a new test - cold - then I'm going to go drive the snot out of it in an effort to please TODD.... and then I'm going to gall out the spark plug threads and do a hot test... because - ya big lunk - ya got me all worried now!

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[toddshotrods]

Originally Posted by GregWeld

...in an effort to please TODD....

Which Todd? You'd better put your foot down, because you need to get it to Columbus by tomorrow evening, or Sunday morning, to please this one! I want to see it sparkle and hear it cackle in the wonderful Ohio heat and humidity!

[GregWeld]

Originally Posted by toddshotrods

Which Todd? You'd better put your foot down, because you need to get it to Columbus by tomorrow evening, or Sunday morning, to please this one! I want to see it sparkle and hear it cackle in the wonderful Ohio heat and humidity!

SORRY TODD -- the "other Todd" -- you know - the one that told me to quit whining and get and drive the wheels off it.

NEXT YEAR for Columbus! Just discussed this AM with Rodger Lee about getting me a room for next year before he leaves there - if possible.

Dude -- At my age -- time flies -- so next year will seem like next month!



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[toddshotrods]

Originally Posted by GregWeld

SORRY TODD -- the "other Todd" -- you know - the one that told me to quit whining and get and drive the wheels off it.

NEXT YEAR for Columbus! Just discussed this AM with Rodger Lee about getting me a room for next year before he leaves there - if possible.

Dude -- At my age -- time flies -- so next year will seem like next month!



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I figured that's what you meant - I just couldn't resist the opportunity to post something completely useless.

We must be about the same age, because that's how time goes for me. Last month, I mean last year, I swore I would drive something through those gates. Thought about that while I was strolling in on my Nikes.

Looking forward to seeing you bake in the Ohio sunshine!

[70rs]

Hey guys,
I had a chance to swing by Gregs place a couple hours ago to pick up a few things and I saw the 32 again. Greg also fired it up for me. It gave me goosebumps.
You have to see and hear this car in person. If you ever get a chance don't pass it up. Pictures just don't do it justice. It is one VERY nice car. And it sounds killer too.

Thanks for having me over again Greg. And for the box(es) of goodies too!

[GregWeld]

Originally Posted by 70rs

Hey guys,
I had a chance to swing by Gregs place a couple hours ago to pick up a few things and I saw the 32 again. Greg also fired it up for me. It gave me goosebumps.
You have to see and hear this car in person. If you ever get a chance don't pass it up. Pictures just don't do it justice. It is one VERY nice car. And it sounds killer too.

Thanks for having me over again Greg. And for the box(es) of goodies too!

Thanks Eric! Always a good time chatting with you. Glad you came by.

Sorry about the boat anchor! No wonder we choose not to use that block! Guys - I'm sure Eric will post up in his thread about the junk block I gave him. Anchors away!

[GregWeld]

Okay Jody -- Just for you!


Here's a new leak down test done COLD.....







AND here's one - same #1 cylinder - done HOT....