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by ISELLHH
Sun Nov 20, 2011 12:43 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Unleaded heads
Replies: 11
Views: 3351

Re: Unleaded heads

Thanks for the advice, To much hipe about unleaded fuels. The question that this brings me to is my cars are from New Zealand. How do I know if they are high or low compression heads?
by ISELLHH
Sun Nov 13, 2011 6:53 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: head re-fitting problems
Replies: 12
Views: 2407

Re: head re-fitting problems

Sounds like you on the right track. For the cost of Valve spring I personaly would change it.
by ISELLHH
Sun Nov 13, 2011 2:40 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Rear brakes flexi hose and brake master cylinder
Replies: 8
Views: 1776

Re: Rear brakes flexi hose and brake master cylinder

I would fill it up half way. After bleeding brakes, check it and fill it about 3/4 way, checking it offen. The important thing is to make sure no air is pulled in to lines. Spot weld the bracket.
by ISELLHH
Sun Nov 13, 2011 2:32 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Unleaded heads
Replies: 11
Views: 3351

Unleaded heads

I currently own two Travelers 1961 & 1971. I also have a extra 1098 engine and gear box. My question is, what's the best way to check if any of the 3 engines have been fitted with harden valves and seats to run unleaded fuel. How does everyone feel about running lead subsitute? Since these cars ...