Bob Riding

I did some research a few years ago, and found that most of the correct copper gaskets were .078"-.085" thick Bernbaum, Roberts, RockAuto, etc. From Greg G's example a 3mm thickness would equate to 0.12". Obviously thinner is better if you are looking to increase compression ratio and power, but no one had anything thinner than 0.78". Maybe someone with a plasma cutter make something out of stainless steel?

Easter Egg! I looked on the case where you outlined in red and found this: I never knew that George stamped his transmissions with his name!

Excellent info, thanks...I will sleep better knowing I am not messing with the laws of the Universe (or Mother Mopar)!

Very Interesting topic. I sat up and took notice when it was mentioned that you should pull the OD handle out before putting in it reverse. I have a Asche-assembled BW OD mated to a stock 3pd tranny (also rebuilt by George) from a '40 Plymouth, that has performed flawlessly for over 5 years and over 3,000 miles, but I never took it out of OD to use reverse. It is not wired with the kickdown switch under the gas pedal, but a dash push-button kickdown. Have I been using it (or abusing it) all this time?

We are watching you!!

Sweet! Do they work?

Very cool. I will check it out! One feature that I thought was neat, was the 3 way toggle switch: Off/On with lights/lights only. The manual said the lights-only setting was so you could put it in the store window at night so that everyone could see that you had the latest/greatest machine!

I haven't used it yet. I have the operators manual, but not sure what tests I should be running to diagnose issues. What did you mostly use it for?

Milk cases work well. Probably drove 10 miles around the neighborhood over many days, testing and fine tuning. need googles if you windshield is gone, however...

They are still out there. This one came from my cousin's auto shop as it had to close. I gave him $50 for it. Everything seems to work. Should be fun playing with it!

Marc, please post pics of your setup. I am thinking of building an engine-run stand as I plan to pull and swap engines between my '40 wagon and '56 wagon. The '56 has the 132 hp 230 with the 2bbl power pack option, which I drove briefly before the wiring gave out, and it was a big improvement over the P18 motor I have running in the '40 now. I am running 2 single bbl Carters now, and it will be interesting to see the difference. I found this video on building a wooden engine stand Wood Engine Test Run - Break In Stand - DIY but it wasn't designed specifically for the Mopar flathead 6, but an Austin Healey. Anyone build a wooden stand and have pics? I would also install a radiator, so I could run it for awhile and hook it up to my Atlas Motor Analyzer.

Or Facebook Marketplace. I don't care for FB, but their for sale site works well. You'd be surprised at who is interested in your stuff!

Found both engine #'s. The Deluxe is C542-8-1812. The wagon is C541-8-9388. That checks out against Hot Heads Hemi Engine ID. Anyone know what parts can be swapped between the two?

I can't seem to locate the engine number- It's supposed to be stamped on a flat surface between the water pump and the intake valley?

Well, this particular engine will have to wait to be called the "most powerful" as small pieces of aluminum came out when I drained the oil. The oil looked like a chocolate milkshake, which probably means a blown head gasket? I conferred with my brother-in-law who is knowledgeable on most things engine-related and said that in the early days, they used steel head gaskets and they were notorious for leaking. He suggested I fill up the crankcase with diesel, let it sit overnight, drain, add fresh 40 weight and try to start it. It started right up, but then sounded like rocks in a rock-tumbler. Obviously I have some issues! I bought the car for spare parts- tranny, power steering, and of course the engine as it is rated at 40hp more than the intact 331 in my '54 Town and Country wagon that I'm restoring - I will be using my $28 boroscope to check and see how many cylinders are affected. Capt den and others may know the answer as to whether I can use the "Deluxe" parts off this 235hp motor - larger intake and exhaust manifolds, 4 bbl WCFB carb, dual exhausts on the 195 hp motor, and expect the performance increase?

Thanks for the response. I am getting excited about the possibilities. Why don't you PM me and we can discuss further.

I've gotta quit checking the FB ads so closely. Saw this in a neighboring town and after checking it out and a bit of negotiating, went back the next day and bought it. It's a '54 Chrysler New Yorker Deluxe 4 dr sedan with the upgraded 235 hp 331 cu in hemi and Torqueflite. The PO ran it for me (for a few seconds, since there was no gas tank), but it turns over and runs! It looks like the original Carter WCFB 4 bbl is in place, but not sure if it's in working condition. The car was last registered in '94, the interior is stripped except for the dash, steering wheel gauges, etc which look to be in really good shape. My plans are to use its best bits (and the upgraded engine) for my '54 Town and Country wagon, and after the transplant, sell it as a nice project car since it is virtually rust-free. I am apparently the third owner, and it was always registered in California, so that's a plus. I'm gonna play with the engine (check fluids, replace the belts, hoses, plugs etc.) and hook it up to my vintage engine tester and see what I get. I thanked the PO, who was a young guy, for not molesting it and he said he wanted to keep it stock. Maybe there's hope for the future?

Great find! Enjoy!

jealous!

I have the Power Pack 2bbl setup (from a stock '56 Suburban) and from what I can tell, with the WW Stromberg, it is rated at 132hp.

I know the colors are a bit weird. This is what A.I. thinks humans look like, I guess. I used the "My Heritage" website colorization tool, which works better with trees, sky, etc. Flesh tones are usually pretty realistic, however it always seems to think cars are pinkish gray. Here's an old family photo that turned out pretty good. It is of my grandparents on a historic motorcycle ride from Fresno to San Francisco in 1910. She was the first woman to make the trip. When I was a kid, I remember her telling me that it took them 12 hours and they only went off the road once (into a ditch near Tracy). She said said took her meals standing up for a few days after! I assume the seats weren't what we would call comfortable.

And with a little color...

Congrats and welcome to the club! I believe the bulk of woodie owners are in the southern part of the state, but that's just my hunch. You should join the NWC (National Woodie Club. NWC The President is Wayne Yada from our Central Valley Woodie Club Central Valley Woodie Club We are active and support the hobby very well. Plymouths, Dodges, Desotos and Chrysler wagons are well represented. We also have alot of fun!

Mine is a '52 Suburban and because of steering box clearance issues, (I'm installing a Mopar 360 V8), I'm going with a '92 Cavalier Rack & Pinion setup, with the stock front suspension. See some of my previous threads for details.