Not much happening this month due to weather (friggin' cold),and the Sport's funds are depleted....which sucks.Hopefully the funds will make a come back when I find the time to get some stuff on Ebay.I did get a new set of polished aluminum valve covers in the mail yesterday.They will go on the new engine,and the finned aluminum "COBRA" covers will be sold.I have a design for a valve cover sticker (for each side) that I'm going to have made soon I hope.Factory appearing,yet one of a kind.Other than,I got nothing going on......except time to type this.LOL.
Hang in there Vinnie, how about a peek of the sticker you have planned. Ive been pondering something similar for my cougar, eventually.
Mike
I hear ya. I'm waiting on a few things to sell to have money for things too. I have all these parts, that are worth money, but short of ebay no one has any.
Vinnie, how much does ebay take when you sell something? It's a decent chuck isn't it? Any tips or tips for ebay?
I sold a few things for free recently, I don't know why though. maybe I'm a repeat offender.
I always start the bidding on an item at what it's worth to me (my rock bottom price).I always come out ahead.Yes,Ebay takes a piece,but,I still come out ahead.If I can sell here,even better,but,the sales here have been really slow.If I tried to sell locally,the parts would never go away.I'm the only Fox Bird owner around the area.I never expect to make a killing,just enough to pay for what I need (and want).That's why I always try to make great prices for people.I need to hit the yards again.It's been a long while.No time lately.Once I get to the yard,I'm sure I can make enough to get the ChuckW motor mounts I want (Chuck,I need you to have a buy now-pay later plan...LOL).I've got a box full of Harley Davidson models (plastic kits) that I'll put up on Ebay tonight.They always sell good.I'd show the design of the stickers,but it's on paper,and I don't know how to use the scanner (it took my two years to learn to post pics !!!).It'll be awesome.LOL.
Yep, been a slow month for me too, until now...... Winter is my big time to get things done since I'm usually off of work from Christmas till March. heads are going to the shop next week, and things are going to move now.
Keep me posted and let me know what gets done with the heads.I'm wondering how they compare to mine.Watch the porting,the water jacket walls are thinner than other 5.0 heads with standard plug angles.
They know explorer heads very well. I'll let you know what happens.
Thanks. On another note,what color are you painting the engine when you assemble it?Have you even thought of the "end results" as far as polishing parts,natural cast parts,colors?
I'm going with a silver and black scheme. Most of the car is already heading in that direction. Thinking black motor with all silver accessories (aluminum silver color), black pulleys and such. with a few hints of red, like I have on the suspension.
Nice.I was JUST looking at polished under drive pulleys on Ebay.They are about $120.00 for the crank,water pump,alternator and steering pump.I wish I would've went the polished route,but ended up with black under drives instead.It does have a sweet factory look though,.
I hear that. We've been having 10-15 below with 30 below wind chills, so it's been cold here too. It's warming up a little now though. It hit 20 today, so I did some outside stuff before it gets cold again.
I'm in Oklahoma......45 is cold to me.I like the summer....hellooooo 110 degrees.
45 is cold to me too. lol ...... I must be getting old.
Me too......LOL.My 20 year old joined the Marines (leaves on Jan. 11th),and put his elbow on the coffee table and said "c'mon old man" (wanting to arm wrestle).I laughed at him.He said "are you scared of a future Marine?".I got put my elbow on the table and proceeded to beat him like a rug.He doesn't ask to do that anymore.LOL.I am getting older,but can still keep up with the "children".For now,I can still out run them the length of the block we live on as well.I tell the boys,"you'll never beat able to beat your daddy".I'm sure they will one day,but I'm trying to make that a long time away.LOL.
I haven't done anything to the 88 except start it just to let it run in the garage about 3 times over the last 2 months. I've got about three and a half months before I can drive it again. I hate winter...
Suprisingly I don't have any winter projects that need to be done on the 88 either. I'm having the trans re-done in the spring but that's it.
On the bright side it's 30* and snowing here:o
I have the following to do...
-install the new engine
-install the differential
-CHE control arms
-replacement clutch
-swap motor mounts (stock for now...ChuckW as soon as funds allow)
I'm sure there's more.I'll get it all done eventually.I may install the new valve covers on the new engine.That'll take 5 minutes if I REALLY take my time.
You guys would kill me for my weather right now....
It's like 70 degrees with some wind, making it about 65 with the wind chill. I'm a Florida native, so that makes me cold lol.
You suck !!! LOL.
Well,I did loosely install the new valve covers on the new engine with new fasteners I newly acquired. Now I have to get some valve cover gaskets and post the other aluminum covers up for sale pretty quick.They look great.I need to get my stickers made though.I need that "something" to bring the covers to a semi-factory appearing look.....but shiny.LOL.
pics?
coming to a thread near you once the sun comes up.
Here's a simple shot of some shiny aluminum on a blue engine.....
(http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc205/Vinnietbird/DSCF2740.jpg)
That really looks nice. It's tough to beat a freshly painted engine with some bling on it.
ooooooh, shiny.
I had to REALLY look at the covers from all angles,and soak them in for a while.I'm used to the finned aluminum COBRA covers,and I think it's time for a change.I actually think it's a slight step down from the Cobras,but,these fit the "theme" I'm seeking.Maybe there not a step down,but perhaps a step to the side.LOL.I am talking to a guy about making my decals for the covers for me.I'll keep you all posted on the results...or lack-there-of.If he CAN make them (he's the first person I talked to),then I'll probably make more for others to have....but not like mine.They will be one of a kind. Nothing personal,it's a character defect.LOL. I really want to get the engine in the Sport,but,I have some under hood painting and cleaning that needs to happen first.No big deal,the Sport still screams pretty good as she is.
How much are you asking for the cobra covers? They may fit my theme.
I'll let you know when they come off for shipping.It'll be after I install the new engine......some time. You need Trick Flow covers.They have that "machine" look.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Trick-Flow-Specialties-5140B801-Valve-Covers-Stock-Hei_W0QQitemZ370308515458QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories?hash=item56381b8682
Buuuut,you know we can work something out if the Cobras are more your "thang".
those valve covers in the pic are aluminum? they're gonna be a bitch to keep shining like that, if they are.
In my mind, I have covers that are black with brushed fins. Or opposite colors. my mind is also a bit cluttered. lol
They are aluminum.I've had a set similar to these before.No big deal.An occasional pass with a soft cloth is good.I expect the to get dirty,though.The Sport is my daily driver.
Got it.Well,the Cobra covers are finned.
I was thinking the same for my upper intake too
If you're looking for finned Cobra type valve covers, these would work. Of course, you might have to tweak your drivetrain a little first. lol.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/New-Ford-428-Super-Cobra-Jet-Snake-Shelby-Valve-Covers_W0QQitemZ110470775630QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories?hash=item19b892434e
They actually make adapters to fit these to a small block.
really? How does one explain the 428 on them
Hey,explaining isn't my problem.LOL.I'll try to find the link for the adapters.
http://home.comcast.net/~superhart/vcadapter.htm
This adapter lets you use the 427 style pentroof valve covers on our engines (SBF).
Wow, I have never heard of an adaptor like that before. That's kind of cool. You probably wouldn't want the 428 covers, but I could see Cobra covers looking good on a 351W. The hardware P/Ns could come in handy for most any installation. Thanks!
I will say no more:
I like those covers on the Street rod.I'd like to have a set just like the Ford racing finned aluminum ones that say "Thunderbird",or,have the Thunderbird "Bird" on them.
I just had an idea.