by retro » Fri Nov 17, 2006 8:48 pm
...maybe 'retro' means something else....
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- Sun Sep 03, 2023 6:39 pm
- Forum: (LEGACY) Early Dodge / DeSoto HEMIs
- Topic: new early hemi manifolds
- Replies: 16
- Views: 26354
- Sun Sep 03, 2023 4:08 pm
- Forum: (LEGACY) Early Dodge / DeSoto HEMIs
- Topic: new early hemi manifolds
- Replies: 16
- Views: 26354
Re: new early hemi manifolds
Is 'retro' still around? ...anyone have details as to what happened to eelco?
- Fri Nov 13, 2020 11:35 am
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: 392 Hemi conversion
- Replies: 17
- Views: 21690
Re: 392 Hemi conversion
B and E bodies need the center sump pan and you will likely need to notch the rear lip of the K-frame. Stock steering box clears. The block is quite similar to the LA block so you can trial fit the install with LA engine brackets and adjust from there. Way back in the 80's we did many of similar swa...
- Tue Jan 08, 2019 10:43 am
- Forum: Projects and Products
- Topic: New 392 Hemi Blocks
- Replies: 10
- Views: 17008
Re: New 392 Hemi Blocks
...no guarantees on this, last number I have for Gene is 530-357-5570
- Fri Jan 04, 2019 12:17 pm
- Forum: Projects and Products
- Topic: New 392 Hemi Blocks
- Replies: 10
- Views: 17008
Re: New 392 Hemi Blocks
Same issues/processes as for the Bear blocks; time and money.
You could call Gene and ask the question....
You could call Gene and ask the question....
- Fri Jan 04, 2019 12:15 pm
- Forum: Projects and Products
- Topic: Bear Block Motors' 392 Hemi Block
- Replies: 3
- Views: 17240
Re: Bear Block Motors’ 392 Hemi Block
These typrs of projects are HUGELY expensive and there is never a guarantee of capturing even the initial investment let alone actually making a margin. Some projects can drag on for years (I have several that way) being attended to as time/money permits.
- Thu Mar 27, 2014 9:16 am
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: RockerArms Unlimited
- Replies: 3
- Views: 8203
Re: RockerArms Unlimited
Here ya go......
http://rockerarms.com/
I haven't heard any updates for the blocks. I have a visit planned for (maybe) June to check it out.
http://rockerarms.com/
I haven't heard any updates for the blocks. I have a visit planned for (maybe) June to check it out.
- Thu Aug 29, 2013 9:52 am
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: Stroker 392 Crankshafts
- Replies: 36
- Views: 87932
Re: Stroker 392 Crankshafts
[quote="Bored&Stroked Yeah, I was sincerely hoping that the effort to produce an aluminum 392 block was going to go forward . . . seems to have disappeared. I definitely would have scrounged and saved for one of those![/quote] The 'Adams Project' is still alive, it is just going through all...
- Tue Sep 25, 2012 11:13 am
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: RockerArms Unlimited
- Replies: 3
- Views: 8203
RockerArms Unlimited
OK boys and girls, here is an update for followers of Gary Patrick and the previous incarnations of RockerArm Specialists. Gary and his new crew are now in a new building and have a new phone number: 530-242-1316 He is putting a new website together...not sure what you find as of today. If you have ...
- Sat Sep 22, 2012 7:50 pm
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: Adjustable push rods
- Replies: 6
- Views: 10125
Re: Adjustable push rods
Most cam/lifter manufacturers will suggest 0.040" to 0.060" preload on the hydraulic lifter. With the lifter sitting on the base circle (heel, back side, whatever) open/extend the pushrod until all slack is gone but the puck has not yet moved. Now, open an additional 1 2/3 turns (at 32tpi ...
- Sun Jul 15, 2012 12:35 pm
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: 354 stroker
- Replies: 6
- Views: 12606
Re: 354 stroker
In addition, verify that the counter weights have been trimmed so that it actually fits in the confines of the block...
- Tue Feb 28, 2012 8:06 pm
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: 331 Cylinder thickness
- Replies: 16
- Views: 19813
Re: 331 Cylinder thickness
I just don't remember pissing in your Cheerios.....I only asked a question.
- Tue Feb 28, 2012 6:39 pm
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: 331 Cylinder thickness
- Replies: 16
- Views: 19813
Re: 331 Cylinder thickness
Maybe I'm just old and thick headed, but why does anyone want to make giant bore cuts on these engines? You can easily exceed the perceived gains in power simply by using forged pistons at 10:1 compression. The standard bore 354 castings that are on the market may or may not actually make the 9:1 as...
- Tue Feb 21, 2012 12:06 pm
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: 354 bore limit
- Replies: 9
- Views: 14508
Re: 354 bore limit
Swept volume determines the compression ratio. A longer stroke has more swept volume. Assuming that the combustion chamber cc is constant, then it goes kinda like this: A 354 has a swept volume of approximate 44.8 cubic inch or 734 cc. This is the volume of the cylinder. Imagine that you will squeez...
- Sat Oct 22, 2011 12:11 pm
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: Stroker 392 Crankshafts
- Replies: 36
- Views: 87932
Re: Stroker 392 Crankshafts
If you have deep pockets and really really want a big crank then check out Winberg Crankshafts. There are still a number of custom shops doing welded strokers but most will be in the $2500 range. Sadly, the shop that I used decades ago has long been closed...go figure....
- Tue Jun 14, 2011 11:08 am
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: Transmission SUCCESS.....
- Replies: 6
- Views: 10206
Re: Transmission SUCCESS.....
I can't offer any help with the A230...but the spacer ring has been used successfully for years and will not "fall out" if properly machined/installed; check your existing bearing retainer for concentricity and if needed turn down your existing bearing retainer od as needed to make it 'rou...
- Tue Jun 07, 2011 10:19 am
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: Transmission SUCCESS.....
- Replies: 6
- Views: 10206
Re: Transmission SUCCESS.....
There are only a couple of opportunities to use a late trans and early bell, yours being one of them. In many applications the truck bell is just too big. In other swaps, like a 5-speed, nothing matches. T-5? input shaft is too short for the truck bell. AX15? stock bell is not used but a block adapt...
- Wed Jun 01, 2011 4:30 pm
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: Piston ID Help.
- Replies: 9
- Views: 11397
Re: Piston ID Help.
Jahns often put their name on the inside, so if it is bare then look for a number of some kind. It is obviously higher than 8.5 since they were flat-tops. If they will fit in your bore as you had wanted then hook up a rod and crank and check the down fill volume to determine dome volume. Easier to m...
- Sat May 28, 2011 11:40 am
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: Head gaskets?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 15110
Re: Head gaskets?
The Fitzgerald gasket was popular in the 60's with the T/F guys. Sadly, another one of the great manufacturers now long gone. I have a couple 392 sets if anyone has a need...
- Fri May 27, 2011 8:58 pm
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: Head gaskets?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 15110
Re: Head gaskets?
There are three distinct head gaskets for the 331-354 and 392, and not based on displacement. If you take the time to actually look at the photos in the HAMB link you can see that there are physical differences with regards to the location of coolant passage holes as well as the dowel pin diameter. ...
- Wed Mar 02, 2011 7:04 pm
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: 331 HEMI BUILD
- Replies: 23
- Views: 34832
Re: 331 HEMI BUILD
Thanks for the plug George!
FWIW, my adapter also uses the oem inspection cover as well as any post 67 type starter.
We also can provide forged pistons and will be [u]very[/u] competative on price.
Send a note if you have questions. hemi.parts@yahoo.com
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FWIW, my adapter also uses the oem inspection cover as well as any post 67 type starter.
We also can provide forged pistons and will be [u]very[/u] competative on price.
Send a note if you have questions. hemi.parts@yahoo.com
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- Thu Feb 17, 2011 7:54 pm
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: Origin of This Distributor?? Military / Government?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 8718
Re: Origin of This Distributor?? Military / Government?
This guy is 'out your way'...http://www.lindertech.com/bhrs/
You might also check with the VintagePowerWagon folks in Iowa: http://www.vintagepowerwagons.com/produ ... -parts.htm
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You might also check with the VintagePowerWagon folks in Iowa: http://www.vintagepowerwagons.com/produ ... -parts.htm
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- Wed Feb 16, 2011 10:57 am
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: Origin of This Distributor?? Military / Government?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 8718
Re: Origin of This Distributor?? Military / Government?
Yup, typical military designed for wet operations. Be sure to keep the drive shaft with the dizzy as it is 'special'.
Note here, some of the units are 12 volt and others are 24 volt.
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Note here, some of the units are 12 volt and others are 24 volt.
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- Wed Feb 16, 2011 10:47 am
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: Early Hemi Rookie
- Replies: 3
- Views: 6481
Re: Early Hemi Rookie
An EarlyHemi will be as reliable as the quality of the rebuild. No, rebuilds are not cheap, budget for about $5k and be selective about the shop you employ. If they are a predominately GM or Ford operation you may not get the attention to detail as you would from a Mopar shop. This is especially tru...
- Wed Feb 16, 2011 10:26 am
- Forum: (LEGACY) 331-354-392 HEMIs
- Topic: Building a Hemi 331 ussing 54 Block and 53 Heads
- Replies: 1
- Views: 4672
Re: Building a Hemi 331 ussing 54 Block and 53 Heads
Your '53 had solid lifters!!?? with adjustable rockers or adjustable pushrods? Very unusual. Your 53 parts will fit on a 54 block, no problems. Use the hyd lifters. Caution here...verify the size of the pushrod tip vs lifter. Your hydraulic lifters will have a 0.125" radius seat. What do you pl...