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Forum: Domestic 07-04-2013, 09:38 AM
Replies: 205
Views: 9,688
Posted By Mach1Daddy
It did not have the continuous click like with...

It did not have the continuous click like with the bad battery. It clicked once, I released the key, hit it again and it started right up. Have not had the problem again - so far.
Forum: Domestic 07-02-2013, 12:04 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 9,688
Posted By Mach1Daddy
Turns out there is no problem with the...

Turns out there is no problem with the alternator. When Adam said he couldn't start the Mach we assumed the battery was dead. That was not the case. I got in it over the weekend, hit the key and it...
Forum: Domestic 06-29-2013, 04:54 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 9,688
Posted By Mach1Daddy
Adam was up yesterday after work and before I got...

Adam was up yesterday after work and before I got home and took it out for a spin. Complain, complain , complain. He thought the throttle was a problem and I informed him that I had to make a bracket...
Forum: Domestic 05-19-2013, 11:44 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 9,688
Posted By Mach1Daddy
Nothing new yet. Will not know anything till be...

Nothing new yet. Will not know anything till be get the main bearing.
Forum: Domestic 05-19-2013, 06:44 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 9,688
Posted By Mach1Daddy
Glen, I can certainly identify with a lot of what...

Glen, I can certainly identify with a lot of what you are saying. I am probably doing today what I would like to have done when I was 19, 50 years ago and couldn't - that makes me 8 years older than...
Forum: Domestic 05-17-2013, 08:26 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 9,688
Posted By Mach1Daddy
I ordered the main bearings and pilot bushing....

I ordered the main bearings and pilot bushing. We'll see what happens when we put the crank with the new bearings in the engine. Got my fingers crossed that the guy at the machine shop was right and...
Forum: Domestic 05-06-2013, 03:35 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 9,688
Posted By Mach1Daddy
Running down the correct crank spacer, some...

Running down the correct crank spacer, some heater hose fittings, and a short belt so that we can bypass the A/C compressor.(still no resolution from March). The new throttle cable should be arriving...
Forum: Domestic 04-04-2013, 09:25 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 9,688
Posted By Mach1Daddy
429 Head update

Good news. When we pulled the heads, we discovered that the ports had already been gasket matched. It just cost me $25 to have the valve springs swapped.

I think I found a use for my savings....
Forum: Domestic 03-25-2013, 09:47 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 9,688
Posted By Mach1Daddy
Update on the 429 conversion. I have been...

Update on the 429 conversion. I have been accumulating parts and now have the following:
1. Comp Cams K34-238-4 Extreme Energy Cam and Lifter Kit - Cam, Flat tappet lifters, Springs, seals, Locks,...
Forum: Domestic 02-19-2013, 08:22 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 9,688
Posted By Mach1Daddy
Well looks like I may not be saving money on the...

Well looks like I may not be saving money on the ignition system after all. Since I don't know how old the current system is, I decided to go with a new distributor along with the other new stuff. My...
Forum: Domestic 02-15-2013, 06:34 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 9,688
Posted By Mach1Daddy
My error. I was thinking about leaving the 351C...

My error. I was thinking about leaving the 351C intact for possible sale. But I think I'll keep it , at least for now. This does free up some bucks. Looking more and more at the Holley carbs. I know...
Forum: Domestic 02-15-2013, 04:30 AM
Replies: 205
Views: 9,688
Posted By Mach1Daddy
A bit of good news for the old wallet. The...

A bit of good news for the old wallet. The Mallory unilite distributor I have in my 351C is also used of the 429. Won't have to buy a new ignition set up.
Forum: Domestic 02-09-2013, 10:52 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 9,688
Posted By Mach1Daddy
Had an additional Comp hydraulic flat tappet kit...

Had an additional Comp hydraulic flat tappet kit recommended to me. It is a Comp K-34-247-4 with the following specs:

Duration Int 274/ 286
...
Forum: Engines, Transimissions, Suspension, etc. 08-02-2009, 09:11 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,859
Posted By Mach1Daddy
Smile Need feedback on engine choice

To all who posted, just wanted to let you know that I am now the proud owner on a BBF 429 motor. Now the fun begins.
Forum: Engines, Transimissions, Suspension, etc. 07-30-2009, 09:20 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,859
Posted By Mach1Daddy
Engine choices

Thanks to all for your input. I think the majority opinion is the 429, which is what I was leaning to. And yes, the conversations in the park steered me toward the 429.

I' m probably looking for...
Forum: Engines, Transimissions, Suspension, etc. 07-29-2009, 10:32 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,859
Posted By Mach1Daddy
Need feedback on engine choices

Hi , I'm Adams dad. I am looking to buy an engine to replace the 351 in my 72 Mach. I am looking at two engines. Would appreciate any advice or suggestions from the motorgen members. My two choices...
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