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911pilot replied to the topic Alternator conversion in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 7 years, 2 months ago
I researched and found that Powermaster makes a model that will actually bolt on the existing mounting points off our ’62 engine block; no hunting around for ’63 mounts. It comes with an internal regulator; and only in a 90 amp option. It only comes as a single-wire configuration – not sure if that is a bad option. Jeggs will provide you with all…[Read more]
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911pilot started the topic Alternator conversion in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 7 years, 2 months ago
Any advise to swapping out my generator for an alternator? Id like to go with a 100 amp 3-wire, and gut out the old regulator box and use it as a junction box for the wire connections. Im adding a significant custom sound system and thought a 100 amp would be adequate size. I thought 3-wire because they are more readily available at auto parts…[Read more]
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911pilot replied to the topic Wider tire size options in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 7 years, 2 months ago
Thanks. I just cant get over the skinny 165’s that are on it now. Looks grossly disproportionate! I have the 13″rims Ill tryout the 185 too.
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911pilot started the topic Wider tire size options in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 7 years, 2 months ago
Does anyone know if the current stock steel rims can accept a wider size tire. My car currently carries a 165 width tire. Looks extremely unproportional and wimpy. I’d like to go with a 195 size width.
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911pilot replied to the topic Reconditioning Body trim and fender badges in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 7 years, 6 months ago
Authur,
I currently have a 1962 F-85 deluxe convertible which I am converting to a Jetfire “convertible”. Can you forward me pics of all the badges and trim you have? Can you email to me at charliekarenplus3@att.net. I’v e attached a photo of me car in its current state.Thanks.
Charles
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911pilot replied to the topic Reconditioning Body trim and fender badges in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 7 years, 6 months ago
Yes…I am interested. Other than the hood, do you have any other Jetfire insignia and/or fender badges?
3-piece side body trim and two front Jetfire fender badges is what I also need.
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911pilot posted an update 7 years, 6 months ago
Does anyone know of hubcap refinishers. I have full size wheel covers that have faded paint and dull finish; lite corrosion on the inside cover. I’m looking to get them refinished. The Hubcaps.com folks informed me they no longer do it….Im at a loss.
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911pilot replied to the topic Roto-5 Tranny ……… Your Out of There!!!!! in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 7 years, 8 months ago
I decided however to go with the 60 degree 700R4 (4L60), using a 1986 or newer (prefer the 190/1991) model; the 200R4 and the 200C are excellent choices but again I feel for my application the 700R4 is best suited because of its smaller size; I don’t have to change the flywheel; mates nicely with the adapter from D&D fabricators and…[Read more]
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911pilot replied to the topic Roto-5 Tranny ……… Your Out of There!!!!! in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 7 years, 8 months ago
So given the choice between the 200R4 and the 200C you recommend the 200C for its size thus requiring less modifications to the tunnel?
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911pilot replied to the topic Roto-5 Tranny ……… Your Out of There!!!!! in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 7 years, 9 months ago
Your right, the only option is to stay with a BOP and go with the 200–4R AND the stock carb will not work with the cable linkages………I’ll have to update with an Eddlebrock .
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911pilot replied to the topic Roto-5 Tranny ……… Your Out of There!!!!! in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 7 years, 9 months ago
What about my current 2-piece drive shaft? Whether I go with the 200-c or the 200-R4, will I keep, modify or have to replace my drive shaft? Are there changes to the differential that is also required?
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911pilot replied to the topic Roto-5 Tranny ……… Your Out of There!!!!! in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 7 years, 9 months ago
I did spend ample time searching for parts and concluded that even if I was fortunate to find “that required part” I would be in this same predicament for the next repair. Getting a 200 C tranny provides me with some “piece of mind”
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911pilot replied to the topic Roto-5 Tranny ……… Your Out of There!!!!! in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 7 years, 9 months ago
Custom Classics (Island Lake Illinois) who’s undertaking the project has spoken to Mark and as you mentioned it is doable. Im however hoping to use my original 4-barrel Rochester; I know mark pushes the Eddlbrock for simplicity sake and maybe he’s right after doing the conversion. I realize there will be an ample amount of fabrication/frustration…[Read more]
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911pilot replied to the topic Roto-5 Tranny ……… Your Out of There!!!!! in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 7 years, 9 months ago
I’ll do the same….hope others will benefit from our successes and failures. I won’t start the project until the winter and D&D seems to have all the knowledge of who will provide the new tranny and linkages
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911pilot started the topic Roto-5 Tranny ……… Your Out of There!!!!! in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 7 years, 9 months ago
I’ve had it with my Roto 5! Spent thousands $$ only to have it still not shift smoothly. After talking to the folks at D&D Fabricators, I’ve been just about convinced to purchase their bell housing adapter which mates well with a Chevy 5 speed tranny. This will be a winter project. My 62 F85 convert deserves a better tranny. D&D does require a…[Read more]
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911pilot started the topic Changing out generator for an alternator in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 7 years, 10 months ago
Thinking about swapping out my gen for an alternator. Will be adding a “hidden high wattage sound system”. Does any one have any suggestions. Found a guy in Oregan who will convert your existing generator using the original generator casing and building an alternator on the inside……no pulley change, no bracket changes. From the outside the…[Read more]
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911pilot posted an update 8 years ago
Zinc oil additive question “should I stay or should I go” with Zinc oil additive
Getting ready for the spring clean/ prep up; any one know if the zinc additive oil is the way to go? D&D seems to be a believer in zinc, but again they happen to sell their special oil. Do I go with standard HD 5w30 -
911pilot replied to the topic New Convertible Purchase in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 8 years ago
Do you still have any ’62 Jetfire exterior parts?
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911pilot replied to the topic Reconditioning Body trim and fender badges in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 8 years, 1 month ago
Bruce
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911pilot replied to the topic Reconditioning Body trim and fender badges in the forum Discussion Topics – Ask the Experts 8 years, 1 month ago
Any idea where I can find the 2-fender Jetfire badges for a ’62
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