Ask the ExpertOn this page, you can ask a personal question of our Expert of the Month by clicking the red line below and typing out your question. PLEASE LIMIT QUESTIONS TO HOT ROD HISTORY AND TRADITIONAL BUILDS. Within approximately two weeks, we will post on the website our Expert's or Pioneer's answers to as many questions as we can handle. This will be in the form of an audio message that everyone can listen to and that can best be heard on a PC with a sound card. Thanks for participating! The dry lakes were Art Chrisman's proving ground and, with his brother Lloyd in a ‘34 Ford coupe, they exceeded 140 mph before World War II. After the War, the Chrisman Garage in Compton began producing serious competition machines. Art became one of the five charter members of the 200 MPH Club driving Chet Herbert's “Beast”. His success on the drag strips was, for a time, unrivaled. In 1955, at Bakersfield, he went 140 mph in the famous “No. 25” that had originally belonged to Leroy Neumayer. Art and team built the Hustler I, powered by a 392-cid Chrysler engine, the first car to reach 180 mph. Throughout the 1950's and 60's, Art competed with the best fuelers in the sport. 
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Hi guys, great site. my question is regarding a chevy 235 six. I have installed a offenhauser manifold with three singles. I,m having trouble getting a good ideal. Should i have installed less carberation? thanks ron
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32 radiator cap, which position is correct to the factory position, the high portion of the cap forward or rearward?
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In trying to cut down on friction , what is your thoughts on running ATF in a muncie transmission and a quick change rear end ? This is for a Bonneville application. THANKS
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I have a 454 in a 68 corvette. It has been modified but I am not sure of the exact specs. It has a high performance cam, headers and a 750 cfm Holly.
Not sure what other mods have been done ( heads, pistons, etc. )
How should I go about to determine the best timing ?
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iN THE FIFTIES HOT RODDERS USED AN ADD ON TO CHANGE GEAR RATIOS AT THE REAR END THE ADD ON CAME FROM TRUCKS THAT COULD BE MOONTED ON THE DRIVE TRAIN AND WITH A FLIP OF A LEVER THEY WOULD GO FROM STREET GEARS TO RACING GEARS. ARE THERE ANY COMPANIES SELLING THIS OLD TIME TECHNOLOGY.
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I have a small block chev. serial# FIOI4HP what year is it what was the original car it came in and do you Know where i can find a starter that will work?"
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I'm thinking about replacing the engine and tranny on my 1974 Mercedes 450 SL Convertible with some serious American Muscle. Is this "acceptable" in the Hot Rod community? Thank you......
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I have a 1939 Ford pick up with no engine of transmission. Could you tell me what engine and transmission would easy fit? This will be the first time modifying a truck.
Is there a book that tells you this kind of stuff?
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Stan
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I heard alot about reverse cooling flow on a pontiac 400. It's suppose to add more hp. not sure how to do it and is it worth it?
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Hey there guys, Is there a LINCOLN motor (maybe from the 70s) that's a real stand-out over the other's, i'm looking for a reliable, strong, cool running and good horsepower V8 for a daily driver. i live in Long Beach California and if there is a dealer that sells complete crate motors that is what i'm looking for.
thank you for your time !
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Should a hotted up motor run hotter than a standard motor.If it does would the heat from tubular headers be the primary cause in a confined space.Surely the combustion temperatures in a standard motor wouldn't be that different to that of those of a hot motor and besides at 800centigrade 50 degrees is not that much?
thanks Bill Hollingsworth
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starters keep breaking bendex. bought a 85 monte ss with 283 motor,flywheel has been changed. car had a 350 starter when i got it. starters keep going out and the aftermarket one i got for 153&168 teeth is way too close and grinding after start-up. please help
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i'm building a flathead ford for my 1924 model t sedan ,full fendered, what radiator will work to keep the flathead heating problems the motor is basicly stock.i have seen several 1928/29 using a stock size, will a t work
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malcolm holder
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Jeano: what is the earlest recorded reference to the use of the 1955 Chevrolet 265 V/8 in a modified drag racing applacation? I don't know eather.but that little motor surley turned things around.
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I would like to know, if a 53 V-8 flathead engine could be connected to a 1930 Ford Model "A" drive train ? If so, what would it take to do? Your help will be greatly appreciated. Sincerely, John A. Hartney
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I'm looking for an interesting way to rod my 54 Ford with the original 239 cid Y-Block engine. Recently, while gazing at the crossover pipe, I got the idea of turbocharging the engine using the setup from a buick grand national.
However, the feasibility of this option seems iffy since not too many people have published info on this particular mod.
To turbo or not to turbo the Y-block for daily street use. That is the question.
And, if so, how.
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How many sets of aluminum heads were cast up back in the '60's for the nailheads? Thanks, Gary
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Hello, and thank you for reading my question. I currently own two nailhead powered cars, a 66 GS and a 64 Riviera, and I am getting ready to start an A sedan project with a 60 401. My question is pretty broad, but I was wondering about any does and donts with these engines as far as rebuilding and generally hot rodding one. I have had a hard time finding anyone who really has in depth knowledge of nailhead performance techniques. Any information about, induction, porting, cam selection, etc. would be greatly appriciated. Thank you again for your time and knowledge.
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Ford Model B (4)
I am preparing to build a ford model b (4) for salt flats and maxton. The head selected is a new Ardun type. I am seeking advice on supercharging such an engine . Is the old model B design capable of being supercharged, Is there any information on previously blown b projects. Thanks, Tom
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I have a 400 jr cam in a full flat with 3 97's and 1.63 chevy intakes in my '34 Cabriolet. This car is completely streetable. More people should try it. My question is are they scared? or does a milder cam always sound better.
Just want some feedback on your thoughts.
Chuck
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