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by 59lincolnrag
Tue 27. May 2025, 17:13
Forum: Tutorials Tips Tricks and How To. Written By Board Members
Topic: DIY 053 Vapor Lock (05/27/2025)
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Views: 631

DIY 053 Vapor Lock (05/27/2025)

Rev A (05/28/2025) re-write paragraph two for clarity and added information. Rev B (06/01/2025) Added a company called Design Engineering, Inc. Vapor Lock Vapor lock happens when your fuel boils in your carburetor or your fuel line. Vaporized fuel creates back pressure in your fuel system and preven...
by 59lincolnrag
Wed 15. Jan 2025, 16:31
Forum: MEL Engine Aftermarket Induction
Topic: A "self-Tuning" Carb, NOT fuel Injection ?
Replies: 0
Views: 20578

A "self-Tuning" Carb, NOT fuel Injection ?

The "Carb Cheater" has been born I am not affiliated in any way with this company. I just found it surfing on YouTube and thought maybe some of you might like it. I will leave a link below. Here is a very interesting device that you can install on an older vehicle that keeps your car in tune. If you...
by 59lincolnrag
Thu 16. May 2024, 12:50
Forum: MEL Related Shopping Guide
Topic: Quality Restoration parts
Replies: 0
Views: 32746

Quality Restoration parts

Posted 5/16/24 Quality Restoration parts. https://www.inlinetube.com/ Brake Lines Fuel Lines Engine Lines Trans Cooler Lines Nylon Fuel Lines Vehicle Clip Sets Disc Brake Conversion Drum Brakes Brake Hoses Brake Components Parking Brake Cables Clips & Clamps Tubing DIY Plumbing Kits Tools Fittings &...
by 59lincolnrag
Fri 8. Apr 2022, 06:09
Forum: MEL Cars General Discussion
Topic: Driving Your MEL Powered Vehicle On Today's Pump Gas
Replies: 6
Views: 92985

Re: Driving Your MEL Powered Vehicle On Today's Pump Gas

Actually the burnt valves (root cause) were caused by an intake vacuum leak causing a lean mixture on the drivers side. The Intake valves were coated with bits of carbon after using Sea Foam. Low octane fuel only exacerbated the condition.
by 59lincolnrag
Sat 5. Mar 2022, 10:16
Forum: MEL Cars General Discussion
Topic: Driving Your MEL Powered Vehicle On Today's Pump Gas
Replies: 6
Views: 92985

Re: Driving Your MEL Powered Vehicle On Today's Pump Gas

The highest elevation near me is 180 Ft.
Premium is 4.42 per gal.
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Burnt valves running low octane fuel in high performance engine. 5.4 DOHC 32 valve.
by 59lincolnrag
Fri 4. Mar 2022, 16:20
Forum: MEL Cars General Discussion
Topic: Driving Your MEL Powered Vehicle On Today's Pump Gas
Replies: 6
Views: 92985

Re: Driving Your MEL Powered Vehicle On Today's Pump Gas

I only use premium fuel in my MELs Rev A 3/6/22 Octane? Octane is simply a measure of how much heat and pressure a fuel can withstand before exploding, and in tandem with a properly designed engine a higher octane fuel can increase performance and efficiency while decreasing emissions. Octane issues...
by 59lincolnrag
Thu 3. Mar 2022, 07:33
Forum: Tutorials Tips Tricks and How To. Written By Board Members
Topic: DIY 052 How to Set Timing w/Vac Advance
Replies: 0
Views: 48811

DIY 052 How to Set Timing w/Vac Advance

How to Set Timing w/Vac Advance This is a guide to making timing advance adjustments. A Sun distributor machine such as a Model 503 would be the preferred method. 1. Disconnect the vacuum line from vacuum advance control to the vacuum port on bottom of carb and plug the port on the carb. 2. Set the ...
by 59lincolnrag
Mon 17. Jan 2022, 08:45
Forum: OEM Booklets and other Literature
Topic: Heathkit Solid State Ignition Analyzer CO-1015
Replies: 0
Views: 39422

Heathkit Solid State Ignition Analyzer CO-1015

Heathkit Solid State Ignition Analyzer Model CO-1015 Schematic (large File)
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by 59lincolnrag
Mon 17. Jan 2022, 07:51
Forum: OEM Booklets and other Literature
Topic: Sears Craftsman Engine Analyzer 161.210400
Replies: 0
Views: 17739

Sears Craftsman Engine Analyzer 161.210400

Sears Craftsman Engine Analyzer 161.210400 Manual
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