Well I tried NAPA but it was special order. When it came in it was wrong. I found-in stock no less-the spring loaded one at an Autozone. I think...
Thanks for your inputs. The stock set up is what I would describe as a fixed guide, while the other is a spring loaded affair. Are both necessary?...
When I disassembled my 231 I was AGAST at the amount of slack in the timing chain. Id never seen any chain have so much slack. So much so, the...
Ya, I agree. Its not that big a deal to fix what ya got. I gotten a few lemons out of the salvage yards. I wouldnt go there unless it was for...
No worries, didn't mean to sound mean. You do get around and I have always appreciated your responses. Thanks again.:cheers:
Well, ya I figured that but....well....Just a little hope I guess. Seen any available anywhere??? I know Nickmil is right Im sure they are...
Nice Jeep. Currently working on one myself. I second the V6 approach, as I have just struggled thru the decision making process. I found the Buick...
If you recall, I have a cracked 225 block but the crank is OF but std. std and clean. I couldn't find a good block close enough so I found a 1980...
Ok, the technical dept on interchange FAQ section states the 231 rods can be swapped to the 225 crank. Given the different journal dia. how is...
Re: The "You're and Idiot" restoration "A little surface rust on the inside" Rust what rust, Ohh, Ohhh, Ohhhhhh, you mean that 'surface...
Ok, I know that the OF flywheel will work on the EF 231, if balanced with the crank. But, is there a 231 generic GM flywheel that will go with the...
If you have the old pedestal heads, I think I have a set with pedestals and all. PM ya
Tim is right. I crimped, soldered and heat-shrinked and was glad I did. Get the best tools you can afford and go for it.
Ah haaa...!!! Thank you Mcruff!!! You will be interested to know that the book new is $100 bucks from Amazon. Used about 20.00.
Ya, I already called that guy and we might work something out. Ill get some prices from some local shops. I also noticed that the head gasket...
My son got a pile of parts (65 CJ-5 OF 225) and has steadily got it together. Got the motor running but poor compression all around. Pulled the...
Where can you buy flanged FF axles??
Where can I buy one of these tin pieces? I need one too.
Oh jeez... that is soooo depressing.
If ya want to be different... Dodge 3.9 V6, 435, 18/20/300. Clean and simple.
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