chucky07 Posted October 16, 2007 Report Posted October 16, 2007 I'm getting kinda discouraged with my flathead..trying to start it and having nothing but problems..first the gas tank....then the voltage regulator bein hooked up wrong (still dont know if i fried anything).....and when i changed the oil there was a bunch of water and thick mud looking white stuff in it..so it's probably junk anyways... Anyhow...would it be less for me to rebuild it and probably trans..since it will be out anyways....or get a small block chevy and automatic trans..and how easy would it be to install the v8 and tranny? anyone ever do it? thanks oh yeah and the carburetor is leaking all over when i try to start it Quote
Reg Evans Posted October 17, 2007 Report Posted October 17, 2007 The head gasket may have blown. Have you done a compression test? I wouldn't bother trying to start it until you've done this test. If it's a blown gasket it's easy to install a new one. Did you install the needle in the carb inlet? I doubt that your trans needs rebuilding. Clutch maybe. Please keep that sbc out of your brain and truck !!!!! Quote
Young Ed Posted October 17, 2007 Report Posted October 17, 2007 I agree with Reg. Keep going! Think of how many more new things you can learn if you keep working on the flathead. Don't worry about asking too many questions either. It gives the guys in here something to do. Quote
chucky07 Posted October 17, 2007 Author Report Posted October 17, 2007 you guys are right...i really want my truck original..and i like the flathead...and since i bought it from original owner..and its the original engine and trans..i'l keep it..... going to rebuild carb this weekend and try to fire up again...will test compression too....if it needs rebuilt i'll pull it and have it done...... thanks for the input... kevin Quote
Reg Evans Posted October 17, 2007 Report Posted October 17, 2007 Good news Kevin. You should probably figure out why the water was in the oil before you run it though. Do that compression test first. Quote
woodscavenger Posted October 17, 2007 Report Posted October 17, 2007 Where is the best place to get a gasket kit for these engines? Quote
Rodger S-11 Posted October 17, 2007 Report Posted October 17, 2007 Hola There The regular car and truck version 230 cubed flat-head was used to the end of 1959, so go to NAPA and ask the same questions. Rodger & Gabby COS Quote
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