Big Jim....
Ginny really appears to NOT be on a bummer in your photo, near as I can tell.....
Paso Robles is a definitly in play if I can pull this motor deal off in a timely manner! CB claims a 7 week turn around. They have my exhaust (and my check), so the ball is in their court. Theroretically, I'm up and running by the end of March. I'm thinkin' it'll be "all good"!
In the mean time, I'd sure like to sell my complete 1915 VS motor.
Ernie -
Food for thought on your engine; Have a raffle for it, adverise on SOC, The Samba, E-bay or whatever, sell raffle tickets for $25ea (limit sales to 100 tickets for better odds to win). 80 tickets sold covers your asking price and the lucky winner gets a decent engine for $25 (or whatever number of tickets that individual purchased). Less than 75 tickets sold cancels the raffle and refunds raffle ticket cost (minus $5 handling fee - postage, whatever). You could have Theron draw the lucky winner at the Paso Robles meet.
Just a thought!
Food for thought on your engine; Have a raffle for it, adverise on SOC, The Samba, E-bay or whatever, sell raffle tickets for $25ea (limit sales to 100 tickets for better odds to win). 80 tickets sold covers your asking price and the lucky winner gets a decent engine for $25 (or whatever number of tickets that individual purchased). Less than 75 tickets sold cancels the raffle and refunds raffle ticket cost (minus $5 handling fee - postage, whatever). You could have Theron draw the lucky winner at the Paso Robles meet.
Just a thought!
I'd be the first to buy one.
Now I'm really gettin' nervous!
Just talked to Pat at CB... He's now working on my motor and it should be ready late next week! Since I'm only 3 hrs away, He told me to get on down there so I could see it run on the dyno before we load it into my truck.
WOO HOO!!!
Just talked to Pat at CB... He's now working on my motor and it should be ready late next week! Since I'm only 3 hrs away, He told me to get on down there so I could see it run on the dyno before we load it into my truck.
WOO HOO!!!
Cool! Ralph, our local "wrench" offered to loan me a new 2007 cc engine (90.5 mm by 78 mm) he's building for a dune buggy of his. He's offering to help install it in my car and he guarantees that I won't go back to my 1915 cc after I try it. As they say "Once you go stroker you never go back"...
Ernie,
Good luck! I called Pat about a turnkey similar to yours, and he was very helpful. I need to call back to check on the shipping costs.
The problem I've found with bringing the engine back into the UK is our crazy laws on import costs. I'd need to take the cost of the engine, then add on the shipping costs. And then add ten percent to the total of that to allow for import duty . .
Then take the total of all that and add 17.5% for value added tax.
Life in the UK is such a 'rip off'.
Good luck! I called Pat about a turnkey similar to yours, and he was very helpful. I need to call back to check on the shipping costs.
The problem I've found with bringing the engine back into the UK is our crazy laws on import costs. I'd need to take the cost of the engine, then add on the shipping costs. And then add ten percent to the total of that to allow for import duty . .
Then take the total of all that and add 17.5% for value added tax.
Life in the UK is such a 'rip off'.
But John, as I understand it, Brits were actually flying to New York for Xmas shopping because of the dollar's weakness against your currency.
Go for it my friend!
Go for it my friend!
I hear you Jon...George Harrison already said it; remember the song Taxman?....
Talked to Pat today: he's swamped. There is now a (predictable) huge seasonal demand for his product. He indicated that the heads were installed on my motor today. The promised dyno demonstration this Friday for my pick-up day is, at this point, still on.
All I can say is: I'm glad as hell that I started this project back in Nov. The Spring rush is on kids! WOO HOO!
All I can say is: I'm glad as hell that I started this project back in Nov. The Spring rush is on kids! WOO HOO!
Good deal! I wish I lived close to you to help you install that monster!
Ernie -
Let me know when you have your new engine in the Speedy. I'll call the CHP dispatcher and tell them there's a new Krispy Kreme shop in Elk Grove giving out free donuts - that oughta clear the roads in your neighborhood long enough for you to do a quick kamakazi run in your newly powered Speedy!! WOOHOO!
Let me know when you have your new engine in the Speedy. I'll call the CHP dispatcher and tell them there's a new Krispy Kreme shop in Elk Grove giving out free donuts - that oughta clear the roads in your neighborhood long enough for you to do a quick kamakazi run in your newly powered Speedy!! WOOHOO!
Did I mention "the Spring rush is on"? Well Pat has been buried and parts are back-ordered. BUT, tomorrow is confirmed for dyno day and pick-up! AND this weekend is supposed to heat up to the 80's right here in the big valley. Needless to say, I'm ready!
That's great news, Ernie! Once you get that bad-boy installed, I'm very interested in hearing a report about your seat-of-the-pants dyno road test! WOOHOO!
Hoo-YAH, Ernie! Let us know how the dyno turns out!
Good deal! You'll be able to install it and and hopefully have it running this weekend!!
Sunday? Hell, it only took us (meaning a lot of folks more skilled than me) 17 hours last year to install the engine, transmission, and a bunch of other stuff at Carlisle. I wanna hear road test results by Sunday morning at the latest.
Well it's Sunday AM and all I have left is the electric fuel pump install, reinstalling the carbs and hooking up the wiring. I'm definitly taking my time on this one. Should be on the road this PM though.
Farmersville was like taking a step back in time. Certainly off the beaten trail! CB Performance is truly an amazing place to visit. For about 2 hours, Pat led me around the maze of rooms containing tons of neat parts and very expensive machine shop gear. All this good stuff quietly hiding behind the facade of a very simple '60's era building.
Of course, seeing and hearing my new motor perform on the dyno was "priceless". Pat is a great host and took care of my every question and need. Oh yes,,, the motor made 140 HP and 147# torque but still idled like a kitten.
Photos coming soon!
Farmersville was like taking a step back in time. Certainly off the beaten trail! CB Performance is truly an amazing place to visit. For about 2 hours, Pat led me around the maze of rooms containing tons of neat parts and very expensive machine shop gear. All this good stuff quietly hiding behind the facade of a very simple '60's era building.
Of course, seeing and hearing my new motor perform on the dyno was "priceless". Pat is a great host and took care of my every question and need. Oh yes,,, the motor made 140 HP and 147# torque but still idled like a kitten.
Photos coming soon!
Great!! So...have you got it running yet?
Here are some pictures! That's me in the dyno control room window reflection.
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Good deal! That's a nice hangar you got there too....is the car running already?
Ernie -
I have the same sidewinder exhaust as you! Did you like the sound of that exhaust system when Pat cranked up the revs? Did it produce the exhaust note you were hoping for?
I'm very satisfied with mine, although it is only an 1835/dual Kadrons.
Hope you can get on the road real soon!
I have the same sidewinder exhaust as you! Did you like the sound of that exhaust system when Pat cranked up the revs? Did it produce the exhaust note you were hoping for?
I'm very satisfied with mine, although it is only an 1835/dual Kadrons.
Hope you can get on the road real soon!
Cool!...except for the ticket, of course. Now enjoy it and break it in properly to make it last a looong time....
Got her running today Ricardo, but wait, there's more!
Oh ya...
Mr. funny guy (me) out road testing my new motor gets his 1st moving violation in over 20 yrs. Hardy Har Har! Strangely enough, 82 is not legal on a lonely 55mph country road even if you have a new motor in your speedster. The good news is that the motor is doing just fine! And the "kind" CHIP officer only wrote me for 72 and then told me that I can take an online Ca dept. of motor vehicles safty course to eliminate any driving record liability. I hope so...... He also advised me to hit the freeway if I really wanted "to go fast".
Jim... My exhaust sounds pretty gal-durned fine as a matter o' fact. Maybe too fine, I might add....
Sure is good to be back in the saddle, BTW.
Oh ya...
Mr. funny guy (me) out road testing my new motor gets his 1st moving violation in over 20 yrs. Hardy Har Har! Strangely enough, 82 is not legal on a lonely 55mph country road even if you have a new motor in your speedster. The good news is that the motor is doing just fine! And the "kind" CHIP officer only wrote me for 72 and then told me that I can take an online Ca dept. of motor vehicles safty course to eliminate any driving record liability. I hope so...... He also advised me to hit the freeway if I really wanted "to go fast".
Jim... My exhaust sounds pretty gal-durned fine as a matter o' fact. Maybe too fine, I might add....
Sure is good to be back in the saddle, BTW.
Ernie
Where is the video? Same goes for you Ricardo.
Where is the video? Same goes for you Ricardo.
Ernie - OK! New CB engine - CHECK! New A-1 Performance Exhaust - CHECK! Engine Started without bursting into flames - CHECK! Re-powered Speedy runs like a bat out of hell - CHECK!
See ya in Paso Robles - no excuses!!
Peace - Out!
See ya in Paso Robles - no excuses!!
Peace - Out!
Ernie.
Great news - glad you're enjoying your motor. It looks great, a real quality job
Great news - glad you're enjoying your motor. It looks great, a real quality job
"... the motor made 140 HP and 147# torque but still idled like a kitten."
Good stuff! Too bad about the CHiP. Would he have found it humorous if you'd asked to take a photo?
Good stuff! Too bad about the CHiP. Would he have found it humorous if you'd asked to take a photo?
When ya all get to Paso robles - and if Jim ain't there - check at the local hoosgow - and bring some bail money - horsepower can be hazardous to your wallet.
Calling MUSBEJIM!!!!! Check out my new Sidewinder tip. Got it at the local Auto Zone after checking the Porsche catologs. Only 27 bucks!
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Ernie - you GOTTA be luvin that Sidewinder exhaust. Nice touch with the chrome tip - and a bargain to boot. Looking forward to meeting up with you at Paso and check out your new go-fast engine!
Peace - Out!
Peace - Out!
Great looking tip.Can you post more pictures?
Here some (old) info about my CB performance engine.
http://www.hillmanimages.com/912/alternator.html#hdr1
http://www.hillmanimages.com/912/alternator.html#hdr1
Ernie
I stopped by CB Performance today. Pat said he sent you a new distributor. Let us know how that worked out. Yes, I was talking to him about a new engine. Can't wait to see yours.
Warren
I stopped by CB Performance today. Pat said he sent you a new distributor. Let us know how that worked out. Yes, I was talking to him about a new engine. Can't wait to see yours.
Warren
Right On Warren!
Pat called just yesterday morning>>>> said it was on the way!
How bout Farmersville? Talk about getting away from the urban rat-race!
Pat called just yesterday morning>>>> said it was on the way!
How bout Farmersville? Talk about getting away from the urban rat-race!
Yeah, I don't think they make a living off the locals.
Thanks everybody for all the advice that I received from this thread.
It is my pleasure to report that my winter project seems to be working out just fine. The only hic-up was the temporary oil leak at the distributor. Apparently, I just needed more break-in miles to get those rings seated.
I have to mention that Pat at CB Perf. treated me great! And the A-1 "sidewinder" exhaust fit up just right and sounds fine to me.
Thanks again, Ernie.
It is my pleasure to report that my winter project seems to be working out just fine. The only hic-up was the temporary oil leak at the distributor. Apparently, I just needed more break-in miles to get those rings seated.
I have to mention that Pat at CB Perf. treated me great! And the A-1 "sidewinder" exhaust fit up just right and sounds fine to me.
Thanks again, Ernie.
WooHOO! See you in Paso!!
What's it like to drive Ernie? What sort of power, acceleration etc.?
I'm still considering the same spec motor!
I'm still considering the same spec motor!
Just completed an 800 mile road trip... It ran great! The motor never got above 200 degrees at 65-70 mph during a 3 hour stretch on a 90* day.
BTW, I got 28 mpg at that time.
Cheers!
BTW, I got 28 mpg at that time.
Cheers!
Ernie - I don't know about you, but I really enjoy those long road trips (my son does as well). It's hard to beat the enjoyment of top-down cruising on the highway!
Glad to hear your ride performed well and that you kept the rubber side down! Any pics?
Glad to hear your ride performed well and that you kept the rubber side down! Any pics?