Apr 25, 2021 · I am trying to fix my 53 flathead V8 for a long time without any success so far so I am reaching out you guys ! The engine is starting, runs normal first. After 30 seconds, the …

May 20, 2013 · Engine is running rough and uneven, I found it impossible to drive it on idle or low rpm. I plan to disassemble the carburator next, I already checked the points, changed coil and …

Apr 10, 2023 · I have a 51 F2 with a 226 h flathead. She runs and drives but I just can not get it to run well. Idle is terrible and she falls on her face when you first give her gas. Runs smoother at …

Apr 17, 2012 · Late timing and lean mixture will have a major effect on making heat in a Ford flathead. These engines are similar to a fire tube boiler. The exhaust passages go through the …

Feb 16, 2012 · I'm running 3 new genuine 97s with straight linkage on my flathead. The jets are #43s and PVs are #69s, recommended by several flatheaders with lots of experience, and …

Jul 26, 2010 · It sounds like the engine is running too lean. Closing the choke causes a higher vacuum under the choke plate which draws more fuel out of the bowl. This causes the engine …

Apr 19, 2019 · I have done a few tests to determine why my truck is running a little rough. Stockish 1950 flathead V8, Red's headers, Mallory ignition, new NGK spark plugs under 100 …

Oct 31, 2022 · Looking for advice on flathead motor that won’t run well. Based on the license plate on the truck, it was last driven in 1974. Owner before me purchased the truck that way, and …

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May 12, 2016 · It runs rough for a few seconds, then smooths out and seems fine. Sometimes it'll stall right away and you have to grind and grind again, but we experimented and if you use the …