MG TD Replica Car Club | Scott A Chynoweth | Activity https://tdreplica.com/members/1oldbuzz/activity/ Activity feed for Scott A Chynoweth. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 23:25:35 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 d167356ac22c2997993bf6c106634018 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Corvette Powered MG-TD For Sale in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/corvette-powered-mg-td-for-sale/#post-257102 Mon, 04 Nov 2013 17:11:47 -0500 Sorry guys I’m a little late.Been busy with home repairsAnyhow.do a search for chevy powered MG TD/you will find the link to this carShort is it was an old road coase racer

]]> e37dcea98a8dcb4e2fee42c07abd3b98 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic 1949 Mercury Dwarf Car in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/1949-mercury-dwarf-car/#post-254675 Sat, 23 Feb 2013 16:05:58 -0500 1 word

 
SWEET
and only 5 years to build,all by hand and custom fabbing.
]]> da76d35f0a8bf5a132c9df73234f95d7 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Future New Front End in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/future-new-front-end/#post-254535 Fri, 15 Feb 2013 17:48:36 -0500 I gotta chime in here. the only thing mustang 2 aftermarket kits that is mustang 2 is the design.A 10 inch dics brake should give plenty of stopping power even a 9 inch for that matter.I see nothing wrong with a chevette front end,same weight car as a mustang 2.Guys have been dumping small block of 1 type or another into chevettes,vegas,pintos,and…[Read more]

]]> cd667500b6a71b562db54af9ff561791 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic mg for sale in the forum Running MGTD Kits Cars for Sale https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mg-for-sale/#post-252929 Fri, 23 Nov 2012 06:01:25 -0500 greg I would be interested in parts,if he’s willing to part out or if he has spare parts.I am looking for 65 and up MGB or MGB GT front disc spindles with everything attached.

]]> 7f0b8e6a405bc2187878013e5ee964b1 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic 1952 MG TD original in the forum MGTD Kit Cars Unfinished https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/1952-mg-td-original/#post-251474 Sat, 17 Nov 2012 06:16:22 -0500 Here’s the why a 283.

I have 2 virgin low mileage 283’s sitting here.The smaller bore,and short stroke take a lot less fuel to feed it.And gas here is holding at $4 a gallon.A stock powerpack 283 with a 2bbl carb has 195 ponies.Should be plenty to move a 1700 pound car.A 327 is just a short stroked 350.
I have a 350 4 bolt main sitting here.If I…

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]]> 45417a010bc589850932e9b6cc81f88a Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Seat Hinge in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/seat-hinge/#post-252391 Sun, 04 Nov 2012 07:42:43 -0500 ok I know.But vw also got heat from the exhaust.

Doesn’t  make it right
]]> 1d7304f39cb2218c8fb77dab6699af9c Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Seat Hinge in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/seat-hinge/#post-252389 Wed, 31 Oct 2012 17:11:28 -0400 Ok my 2 cents.

 
Unless you are planning on using a gel cell sealed battery,I would not put one in the passenger compartment.As an acid battery charges if gives off toxic fumes.Find a place under the hood.Or go with a gel cell sealed.
]]> 59aefe9bad206059127f4488252d5ccb Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Seat Belt Setup in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/seat-belt-setup/#post-251989 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 14:54:11 -0400 Not sure what your DOT laws are,but watch yourself.If you add a saftey item you may be required to use it.If it didn’t have shoulder belts/harness from the factory I wouln’t bother.

And don’t bother to ask a law enforcement official on the law.They all have the same answer,DUH I don’t know,depends on the persons mood at the time.

 
Drive like…

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]]> 47a7ee39534b258979d3cfa091b95cdd Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Original 52 TD in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/original-52-td/#post-251938 Sun, 23 Sep 2012 06:02:15 -0400 The hardest part was finding the correct angles and mesurements for all the wood.Plenty of pics on the net of rebuilding a “TUB” but no dimentions.I did finally come across someone that did post this needed info with his pics.

I have most of the wood in place,Have to fit and secure two pieces for the rear(hopfully today)then it’s sanding time to…[Read more]

]]> 4708f4a2957fdfcd7a364a44a6b5164c Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic 1952 MG TD original in the forum MGTD Kit Cars Unfinished https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/1952-mg-td-original/#post-251470 Fri, 21 Sep 2012 19:18:55 -0400 Update;

Got the whole mess home.Been working on it as time allows.Pretty much a puzzle of sorts,as Someone else took the car apart.Making some progess with getting all the wood skeleton built for the body sheet metal.Plans are chevy 283 with an auto tranny,(wives idea,go figure).
]]> 350f0a65c83adca440a49ea96a31313a Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Oil leak in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/oil-leak/#post-251856 Tue, 18 Sep 2012 17:38:58 -0400 Transmission fluild also works well.Hold at a higher RPM and pour slowly down the carb.Best recomended on an old back country road as it will produce alot of smoke.

 
I also recall reading where the 55 chevys burned oil off the transport truck,the fix was pouring boraxo cleanser down the carb while running at a higher rpm.This provided enough…

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]]> 760ad887d4f2d2aec57eec911ac6cd95 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Fender Lamps in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/fender-lamps/#post-251841 Mon, 17 Sep 2012 06:15:18 -0400 Bill

If you consider selling the fender lamps you removed,I would be interested,depending on price?
]]> cce63156be1bd83629e9a1d14bf55516 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic VW Engine Won't Start in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vw-engine-wont-start/page/3/#post-251328 Thu, 13 Sep 2012 18:00:55 -0400 Paul;

Good to here its up and running again.
I will be the first to say new parts can go bad.
A new pertronics unit on mine with only 20 miles on it.
Put the points back in and no issues in 1700 miles
]]> 0979085c85c31a52a29ecd2793426d4a Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Chevette Engine 4 sale in the forum Chevy/Ford Parts for Sale https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/chevette-engine-4-sale/#post-251768 Fri, 07 Sep 2012 18:05:12 -0400 I just browsed though the chevette link.

don’t care to waste my time.
If I can’t sell to a member here on the site,I will keep it go through it have it running on a stand,then the price goes up.I have $200 in it and $200 takes it.
 
Sorry ray no offers
]]> 95d46ec91eb188a0f5dc0efbb3f51712 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Grill shells in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/grill-shells/#post-251750 Thu, 06 Sep 2012 06:01:50 -0400 I guess I should clarify.I have a fiberfab,and an original grill shell is larger,both in hieght,and width.I would almost think that due to patten laws some changes in dimentions would have to be made on a copy.

]]> cd110eed9b5f759e2a9f28468f34f081 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Grill shells in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/grill-shells/#post-251748 Wed, 05 Sep 2012 17:56:57 -0400 Not to burst your bubble.But I think they are different in size.I have an original as well as the one on my replica.The original will fit over the replica.

]]> 334e6381abc8db0e5f76664e28c95aa4 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic VW Engine Won't Start in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vw-engine-wont-start/page/2/#post-251301 Tue, 21 Aug 2012 05:44:55 -0400 On a side note all it takes is a pin hole on the pump diaphram,or a crack from dry age.CHECK THE OIL what fuel isn’t going to the carbs has got to be going some place.

]]> a15191ed665d06c45b97ac1d333e8eb9 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic 1952 MG TD original in the forum MGTD Kit Cars Unfinished https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/1952-mg-td-original/#post-251468 Sun, 19 Aug 2012 08:43:32 -0400 Well I am in Manitowoc Wisconsin.

The frame and its dissasembled susspention (working on rebuilding) and engine are in my garage.The rest of the car is in the Appleton area just have not had the time to go pick it up.
]]> b07fddcee0714b4b476a93301dc08df7 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic What's the Ball Joint Removal Trick in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/whats-the-ball-joint-removal-trick/#post-251403 Sun, 19 Aug 2012 05:45:52 -0400 Good one paul

]]> 9d5e8fd15e924050124a7d5649b799d1 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic What's the Ball Joint Removal Trick in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/whats-the-ball-joint-removal-trick/#post-251400 Sat, 18 Aug 2012 05:29:40 -0400 The trick is

 
When you have the ball joint under pressure with the tool; tap-don’t beet the outer area of the arm and squirt a little penatrating oil.This has always worked for me even on very stuborn joints.If you have a bench vise clamp the ball joint tool in the vise works even better,provided the trailing arm has been removed from the…

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]]> 12e33b102d116f3021b2e1214aeb0f89 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Wiring Problem in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/wiring-problem-3/#post-251024 Sat, 07 Jul 2012 04:50:48 -0400 rockyx if I read your drawing corectly you have 2 hot leads going to the ampmeter.you show the amp ground going to the positive on the battery,run it to ground see what happens.

]]> 0c23ff1c88a88447dd779abdcfc62dbf Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Wiring: Sanity Check in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/wiring-sanity-check/#post-250454 Mon, 07 May 2012 16:10:11 -0400 rockyx;

depending on the type of use box already insalled.A good upgrade is to one with the common blade fuse found in cars today.Everybody sells blade fuses,even walgreens.
 
I picked up 2 from o’riellys for about $6 each,I think they were a 6 fuse box, and the nice thing is they hook together and have a dust cover.
]]> f293f39144a24650ed38eab219901798 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Change of plans in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/change-of-plans/#post-250415 Sun, 06 May 2012 16:18:18 -0400 Nice ride.

I have seen a few go for $6000 on the bay.
Looks real close to the real thing,except for the 4 lug wheels and the headlight brackets.
I would Think you could get  $6000 or better.
]]> 4f761bf88f8d3fb0ab0ab6c4643c8090 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Kits not yet advertsed in the forum Running MGTD Kits Cars for Sale https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/kits-not-yet-advertsed/#post-250054 Sun, 06 May 2012 06:58:55 -0400 Roy sent a pm.Looks like about 1100 miles

]]> 84839f3327f442ecda67f736e91ceb4c Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Super Beetle (?) based TD in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/super-beetle-based-td/#post-250305 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 17:36:07 -0400 Mine started life as a super,converteted to standard,without the help of the conversion kit,wich in itself doesn’t seem to exsist.Home fabbed.And alot stronger

]]> 62d7172bd2b4dda37f73ea40eefed08c Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Accelerator Cable in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/accelerator-cable/#post-250222 Tue, 24 Apr 2012 05:42:40 -0400 Try getting a cable for a full size ford same year 78 with a Sraight 6.The cable should longer because the carb will be further from the firewall.

]]> ab2f1dc79dd1bbb7fc1df0cfed009330 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic No Coil Spark in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/no-coil-spark/#post-250219 Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:37:31 -0400 The coil should ground internally through the points. Go back to basics.Ground engine to battery.Hot lead to starter,run a HOT wire to the coil from the battery.should fire.DOUBLE check your conections on the coil.VW runs a 1 and 15 not a + – get the right hook up – should go to the dizzy.and + to the battery.Just pull the hot lead from the coil…[Read more]

]]> b9cebc740a3eef58ea7a04b6d0102812 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic My New TD project in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/my-new-td-project/#post-250211 Sun, 22 Apr 2012 08:12:23 -0400 Roy maybe this will help.

The guy I got the frame from was planning a V8 build of an original 52 TD.Tells me he had one back in the day.I could have had the whole car,and may end up with it yet.I just set the 283 in the frame to get an idea of how crazy some guys were back then.I guess its no worse than a 1200 pound T bucket with a hemi.(ya local…

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]]> 197efe52fe3e6d289d28b04cd936965c Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Running Progress Report in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/running-progress-report/page/2/#post-247375 Thu, 19 Apr 2012 16:31:51 -0400 rockyx

Happy to hear you were satisfied with the heads,sorry to here of the mishap.
Just a tip for anyone in the future I did not use or need a ring compressor when I put mine toghether.Ther is a slight taper on the case side of the cylinder,so I loaded the piston in the jug and then installed as a unit,takes some strong fingernails to work the…

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]]> 0cc7ee11f4c81de461d67fad51f53770 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Tail Light question in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/tail-light-question/#post-250198 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:48:11 -0400 Roy I know dub front fender lights also Have what you are looking for.You could always hit your local pick and pull (salvage) and take a walk through and see if it’s worth the effort to remove old dry rotted boots.

Hey just hit me a short piece of heater hose and fill the end with silicone?

]]> 9c2fb0d68835e032cb2c1eaa7fd33632 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Tail Light question in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/tail-light-question/#post-250195 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:09:30 -0400 Roy

search lmc truck chevy 47-59 page 107 there is a tail light wiring gromet $4.95 each.This should give you what you are looking to acomplish.Although any make stepside tail light should have the same item
]]> afedf47a6140a95b668049891b739eaf Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Kits not yet advertsed in the forum Running MGTD Kits Cars for Sale https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/kits-not-yet-advertsed/#post-250052 Mon, 16 Apr 2012 05:57:33 -0400 I would be willing to let mine go without the paper you would have to have your state inspect and title.$4000.engine is a vw fresh 1641 with the freway flyer trans.more details and pics if interested

]]> 73f05155d8c36b56305e1324f44ed934 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Value in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/value/#post-250021 Mon, 09 Apr 2012 17:12:07 -0400 I have noticed the same cars comming up on craigs(wisconsin)and on the bay at yes higher prices,than the previous 6 months it was up.However you have to keep in mind its a tough economy for most and may have fallen deeper in debt,so therfore the higher price.Doesn’t meen its value went up.

Based on mine I have a bonded title and the state of…

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]]> ccebd3b1c641ced894771997c8f7458d Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic proselytizing in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/proselytizing/#post-250008 Sun, 08 Apr 2012 08:35:38 -0400 Roy

its not bob.its scott/buzz/or oldbuzz.
Sorry I misread the post foriegn autos.yes VW is far supierior than the others.History will show the VW powerplant is/was unchanged for 60 years or more.
Don’t get me wrong.I really enjoy my dub powered TD,Can’t beat the milage of 19 and up per gallon.I havent had a chance to check what I’m getting with…

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]]> 8f655a83734aaf34261082be7ad8870f Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic proselytizing in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/proselytizing/#post-250006 Sun, 08 Apr 2012 07:27:46 -0400 Roy,

Sorry I didagree on the vw.Chevy’s from pre 85 are by far cheaper to maintain.
VW long blocks new sell for 1700-3000 and somtimes more.and its still not a complete engine.and also still only 60-and up horses.On the chevy side,GM crate 350,275 horse turn key complete,1700-2500 and a 3 year 45000 mile factory warrenty if is goes back into a gm…

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]]> d779e312f73b30b1fdfa72ee10f94318 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Another project reported in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/another-project-reported/page/8/#post-244787 Fri, 30 Mar 2012 06:00:44 -0400 I realize this may be to late.But should help in the future.

 
Next time buy the brake line with the needed bubble flare,Then cut to length and double flare the other end.There is nothing in books,or in stone that says both ends of a brake line need be flared the same.
I have done it this way for years.Got tired of expensive adapters that would…

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]]> b2df1b1b0cbe7daa34b9d0fda6b83172 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Another project reported in the forum My Project https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/another-project-reported/page/7/#post-244755 Mon, 12 Mar 2012 05:56:24 -0400 I used 3/16 to plumb all mine from front to back.Just watch out for metric thread on fittings and wheel cylinders.Although middle 80’s shouldn’t be an issue,just a heads up.

]]> 0aa5553bdf1aee0d003042415369f981 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Classic Roadsters hood in the forum Chevy/Ford Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/classic-roadsters-hood/#post-246552 Sat, 18 Feb 2012 07:46:45 -0500 I would hold the transportation company liable for the lost hood.They have or are supposed to have insurance for things like this

]]> d793af30707d7bc2c5d364db516f48ff Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Repainting in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/repainting/#post-249139 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:09:17 -0500 Sorry I’m not an expert.However you are going to have to break the glaze of the gelcoat for anything to stick.I have not reaserch but I would think the gelcoat is very similar to the clearcoat on cars today,just thicker.
Give it try with some 400 and see if paint sticks.Rattle can is not the best solution,generally a good primer needs a 400 grit…[Read more]

]]> 2f0ee99f697be10da357803721c9f1eb Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Chevy/Ford vs VW in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/chevyford-vs-vw/#post-249095 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 07:14:39 -0500 One of the nicer advantages of the VW based.I can plunk myself on my wheeled shop stool and work on the engine.Sure beats leaning over a fender and getting a sore back.

]]> fe4402d78486fad560637756a9547348 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Average Age of a TD Replica Owner in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/average-age-of-a-td-replica-owner/#post-249045 Sat, 11 Feb 2012 06:15:35 -0500 I’ll be pushing 50 for another year hope I make it
will be 49 in april

]]> 0f1b95f11f5d70b021c7390c31aeb252 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Dwell Meter in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/dwell-meter/#post-249003 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:00:05 -0500 Thanks a bunch guys.I spent several hours and all I could find was the newer model with the plug in leads.
Used that info,(,its all basic ,hot ,ground,and pionts lead )and tried the unit out.Well is seems to pick up a signal,but I feel with age and improper storage for what is a delicate piece of equipment It does not function poperly.
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]]> abbfe8a1818d9dd603992189340658bf Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic 2 different heads- tech question in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/2-different-heads-tech-questin/#post-248976 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:22:04 -0500 Roy important head update
You have 2 different heads from 2 different motors.
Sorry I was bored
the 311-101-373A is a 67-70 1600 sp with 35.5×32 valves
the 113-101-373B is a 1300 sp with 33×30 valves
this info tells me that the chambers are different between the 2

]]> f09abf5d82408fe3030bb2f4b9c3c495 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic 2 different heads- tech question in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/2-different-heads-tech-questin/#post-248974 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:37:53 -0500 Roy a good engine shop should be able to CC the heads corectly for a small charge.Worth it in the end result.VW has to tight of tolerance to guess.Also don’t forget there is cylinder shims that can be used to set correct compresion ratio,if the head chambers are to small.

]]> 69edb77ca6a5bc2b270ca82864f324da Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Not a TD, Not a Kit - Brochures link in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/not-a-td-not-a-kit-brochures-link/#post-248939 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:27:15 -0500 Well to update on the 350.
Most were bought as parts cars,aquired for $25-$50,some were traded for somthing different,I think it was a touch of ADD in my younger days.Somtimes I think it still is.I would venture a guess that 70% of the cars were drivable,and I did drive most of them for a short time.A couple of the more memorable ones.
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]]> 6e1a6dbcafc4ed33535648c1a4b5555d Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Not a TD, Not a Kit - Brochures link in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/not-a-td-not-a-kit-brochures-link/#post-248930 Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:47:59 -0500 Way to go Roy;I think you started somthin.
I’m just around the corner from 50,and lose count on cars after 250,I know I have had over 350 in my time.
The kick myself in the pants comes with a Ford;1966 Fairlane GTA,390 big block with 425 horse factory,Worth $90,000 today restored.I was 18 and not a ford guy (still aint) If a guy would have only known.

]]> e5022a6270f890f6a21a13e6365b4f30 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Defrost > oil pressure in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/defrost-oil-pressure/#post-248922 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:07:46 -0500 This is why I never put any stock/faith/or trust in an electric gauge,other than volt/ampmeter.
I know its difficult if not impossible to find a 20 foot capilairy tube for an oil gauge.So if a person is dependant on an electric gauge spend a little more and get a good quality gauge.

]]> 4aefe4f03e8c44fbee8f0b29fb5f7d04 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic getting ready for summer in the forum General Discussion https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/getting-ready-for-summer/#post-248893 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:18:25 -0500 My coice for oil this time around.Fresh 1641 build.
I went with a fleet farm brand diesel oil.
my concerne is that todays oils are designed for todays engines,LESS of the antifriction additives(mainly zinc) for flat tappet cams,and more detergents that plug up the cat,wich we don’t have.
I was just searching oils for old engines this morning,and…[Read more]

]]> 760aec50b2a332fe1953b5edf6d0f9fe Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Any Idea what happened here? in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/any-idea-what-happened-here/#post-248882 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 06:49:12 -0500 Wasn’t thinking when I posted.You can also have the divots welded and then recut the head to stock specs.

]]> c8d567508259678c442707000cad75c6 Scott A Chynoweth replied to the topic Any Idea what happened here? in the forum VW Based Kits https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/any-idea-what-happened-here/#post-248880 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:03:01 -0500 looks like a ball bearing was slammin around til it finally got pushed out the exhaust valve.
The area can be recut to smooth the chamber,but you should have all 4 chambers done the same to keep compression even.

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