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  1. toolmanmike

    Engine oil?

    Run it.
  2. toolmanmike

    383 intake gasket

    Indian Head gasket removal :lol:
  3. toolmanmike

    Yup Another PCV Discussion

    I like to teach or at least put the false information back on the shelf.
  4. toolmanmike

    Yup Another PCV Discussion

    Here's am explanation from Slantsixdan explaining the system, how it works and the history. " PCV became mandatory in California for '61, in New York for '62, and was standard equipment in all states + Canada for '63. The purpose of the crankcase ventilation system (of whatever type) is to...
  5. toolmanmike

    Yup Another PCV Discussion

    Ya, in post #10 :lol:
  6. toolmanmike

    Yup Another PCV Discussion

    Polution control. The downdraft tube was first, pcv second, pcv with breather from air cleaner next
  7. toolmanmike

    Yup Another PCV Discussion

    The early systems were open. A breather/oil fill cap on one valve cover and a pcv on the other.
  8. toolmanmike

    1963 4 speed?

    They might be interested. Let's ask Dan. @Dan Brewer
  9. toolmanmike

    383 intake gasket

    The original intakes had the pan and no port side gaskets. I used to spray them with Permatex sealer. The red/maroon colored stuff. I don't remember sealing the ends either and never had leaks. You sure could use the gaskets on each side of the metal with a smear of black silicone on both ends...
  10. toolmanmike

    1963 4 speed?

    It should have a flange
  11. toolmanmike

    Circa 1975 318ci 4-Barrel conversion Engine Timing Question

    THat is a step in the right direction. When you get it on and adjusted, if you have some slippage issues (hopefully not) you might want to drop the pan, adjust the bands and change fluid and filter. Like they say, "let's cross that bridge when we come to it."
  12. toolmanmike

    Excessive Fan Noise due to fan speed

    Video? Sounds like the OP needs a new clutch? Oh and even new ones can be noisy. I replaced one on my Dakota and it sounded like a Corsair taking off for 10 or 15 min. I returned it and the next one was perfect.
  13. toolmanmike

    Circa 1975 318ci 4-Barrel conversion Engine Timing Question

    Yes that picture THe pin on the throttle should be at the back of the slot. THe transmission kick down should start moving as soon a s the throttle opens. With the throttle wide open, the kickdown lever on the transmission should be full open. If not the apply pressures will be low and it could...
  14. toolmanmike

    Circa 1975 318ci 4-Barrel conversion Engine Timing Question

    This needs to be adjusted properly. The pin on the carb should be at the back of the slot.
  15. toolmanmike

    318 bored 30 over what cam?

    Dang, I wish they still made the OEM steel shim head gaskets for the small block.
  16. toolmanmike

    Modified crank

    I would junk that crank if it were me. You take material off the counterweights not the throws!
  17. toolmanmike

    Understanding Cam Specs

    Put a vacuum gauge on it (manifold vacuum) and see what you have. What initial timing are you running? That can effect vacuum. That's not a very wild cam for a Hemi.
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