Where we left off was the calculations of engine displacement and combustion chamber volume along with the compression ratios of an engine. Today we shall look into the efficiency of a V8. First off we must set some basic parameters. First we know that an engine creates heat through friction and combustion- a.k.a. Fire – [...]
Here’s a bit of knowledge that every engine builder or car driver should know about their car/engine. A bit about displacement and compression ratios in conjunction with combustion chamber volume and firing order; all to ascertain the best possible engine build for total power output.
First off we will look into hoe to calulate engine displacement, [...]
There are a few technical variations on distributors and their usages in vehicular configurations depending on the application, but the most common types are mechanical (centrifugal) advance and vacuum advance, and a lot that utilize both systems for fuel mileage purposes. While there are points distributors and dual points set ups as well as mechanical [...]
The future of classic car restoration is often up for debate, with most people chosing to take the side of the continuing growth in the market and the prolonged increase in value of rarities. While some of that may hold true, I believe that the true valuation of the rare cars will come to light [...]
There is a special niche for volkswagen lovers, and it does not necessarily include buggy lovers. However, I do have a thought on the drivetrain for both classes. It involves the mating of a 200 mm flywheel to an average motor and early transaxle. It can be done and does not need a vehicle specific [...]
For those of you out there who are interested in putting an old top loader four speed behind a big block in a Ford, this may be a helpful tidbit to avoid the hardships I have dealt with. first of all, make sure that your input shaft is not bottoming on the pilot bushing, and [...]
Now, where were we? So the rear end is in and hooked up, along with the driveshaft, or at least I that’s where I think I was. Anyway, as far as the front end goes, in order to install the larger steering components to go along with the 1 1/4″ sway bar, the shop, a.k.a. [...]
Currently in the shop is a 65 Mustang. Originally a straight six car with a three speed on the floor, deluxe interior and as everyone with an old mustang knows, four lug wheels to go with the six. The story begins when the owner decided that he wanted a new set of tires, and since [...]
This being the site of Bric Rods ~Customs~ you will find updates of current projects, as well as past works and future probabilities. Most, well really all, of these will be accompanied by multiple photos documenting the work throughout the build process.