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Topic: engine running rough at high rpm |
bpenkala
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Views: 3490
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Wed Jan 21, 2015 10:48 pm Subject: engine running rough at high rpm |
Hello,
My m38a1 was running well (newly rebuilt carb just over 18 months ago), then one day drove to store and it was running rough and wouldn't develop power at higher rpm. I noticed a leaking fue ... |
Topic: M38a1 leaf springs and mounting shackles |
bpenkala
Replies: 1
Views: 4233
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sat Aug 17, 2013 10:06 pm Subject: M38a1 leaf springs and mounting shackles |
I recently acquired some take-off leaf springs to replace my existing worn out leaf springs on my 1953 M38a1. The take-off springs don't have the threaded eye for the external threads on my new shackl ... |
Topic: Wiring harness M38a1 |
bpenkala
Replies: 2
Views: 4927
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sun Jun 09, 2013 2:56 pm Subject: Wiring harness M38a1 |
Does anyone know what length of wire I would need to make a complete wiring harness for an M38a1? What are the specifications for wire? I know I need 14 AWG and have found sources for mil grade wire a ... |
Topic: M38a1marker light pad material |
bpenkala
Replies: 6
Views: 4935
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Fri Apr 26, 2013 10:36 am Subject: M38a1marker light pad material |
Does anyone know what material the marker light pads are made of for 1953 M38a1 (rubber, steel, nylon)? Dimensions? I want to see if my local hardware store has them.
Thanks,
Brad |
Topic: M38a1 leaf spring brackets |
bpenkala
Replies: 5
Views: 11733
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sun Mar 17, 2013 12:19 pm Subject: M38a1 leaf spring brackets |
Referring to the shackle attached to the rear of the spring - the one above the word "rubber". I have photos from each side of the frame and am trying to post them. At this time I have shared photos o ... |
Topic: M38a1 leaf spring brackets |
bpenkala
Replies: 5
Views: 11733
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sun Mar 17, 2013 12:06 am Subject: M38a1 leaf spring brackets |
My m38a1 has some odd suspension problems - one of the front shackles has been welded to the frame toward the outside of the vehicle - I am hoping I can drill or grind out the socket in the frame to g ... |
Topic: Ventilating system |
bpenkala
Replies: 5
Views: 7817
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Mon Feb 18, 2013 12:12 am Subject: Ventilating system |
Thanks for your help - I'm still on the learning curve for getting what I need advice on. I think I have added my jeep model and year to my profile. There were no identification tags on the vehicle - ... |
Topic: PCV valve |
bpenkala
Replies: 3
Views: 10477
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2013 10:00 pm Subject: PCV valve |
This helps though I am working on an F-head and Ithink you showed pics of L-head. At least I know what I am looking for and why. My engine seems to have lots of modifications over the years, many of t ... |
Topic: Ventilating system |
bpenkala
Replies: 5
Views: 7817
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2013 8:57 pm Subject: Ventilating system |
Working on my m38a1 - I don't plan to do any water fording and none of the ventilating system exists, and I will be using a single action fuel pump so no vacuum. Should I plug all of the places where ... |
Topic: PCV valve |
bpenkala
Replies: 3
Views: 10477
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2013 7:03 pm Subject: PCV valve |
What is a PCV valve and do I need one? I know it has to do with emmisions but thats about it. |
Topic: M38a1fuel pump question |
bpenkala
Replies: 3
Views: 4545
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sat Feb 16, 2013 6:05 pm Subject: M38a1fuel pump question |
I don't have an original fuel pump or bolts - I bought a single action pump to use until I find and can afford an original. |
Topic: M38a1fuel pump question |
bpenkala
Replies: 3
Views: 4545
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sat Feb 16, 2013 2:50 pm Subject: M38a1fuel pump question |
M38a1 Fuel pump issue
I am installing a fuel pump on my M38a1 and the left bolt hole in the engine block has been drilled and tapped for a 3/8 inch bolt, but is only threaded for about 1/4 to 3/16 ... |
Topic: Carter ys 950 rebuild questions |
bpenkala
Replies: 12
Views: 17848
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sat Feb 02, 2013 12:20 am Subject: Carter ys 950 rebuild questions |
I did contact http://www.thecarburetorshop.com/Orderinfo.htm but they only supply rebuild kits - they stopped rebuilding to focus on parts.
My location is Santa Barbara, CA if anyone knows of a car ... |
Topic: Carter ys 950 rebuild questions |
bpenkala
Replies: 12
Views: 17848
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Fri Feb 01, 2013 11:05 pm Subject: Carter ys 950 rebuild questions |
Any suggestions for a shop that will refinish my carb parts with a corrosion protective coating? I've been calling around and don't seem to be getting anywhere. |
Topic: Carter ys 950 rebuild questions |
bpenkala
Replies: 12
Views: 17848
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Thu Jan 31, 2013 8:14 am Subject: Carter ys 950 rebuild questions |
There are a couple of brass parts (tubes set into the body of the carb) - will these be okay to leave in during the plating process? |
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