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Forum: Formula
07-13-2016, 12:33 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

I'll give him a call tomorrow afternoon to see...

I'll give him a call tomorrow afternoon to see what kind of deals they have. I'm about to board a plane to San Diego. Going to surf the net while I'm in the air
Forum: Formula
07-13-2016, 11:30 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

Thanks! The brand new ones down here (Venture...

Thanks! The brand new ones down here (Venture Aluminum Bunk) are going for around $3,200.00 out the door. I was hoping to find a better deal than that for a slightly used one. Might just break down...
Forum: Formula
07-13-2016, 07:20 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

Alright, so here we go. Distant Thunder is...

Alright, so here we go. Distant Thunder is finally up and running. Minor things I still need to do like new fuel lines, gauges, some clean up, and a valve cover leak. I am using the cork gaskets that...
Forum: Formula
07-12-2016, 07:41 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

Thanks TomZ, also for letting me vent to you my...

Thanks TomZ, also for letting me vent to you my frustrations yesterday, HAHA!
Forum: Formula
07-12-2016, 07:18 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

Finally an update, sorry for the delay everyone....

Finally an update, sorry for the delay everyone. I have missed half the season so far but I believe it is all worth it in the end.

So after realizing the wrong push rods were sent from Comp Cams...
Forum: Formula
06-28-2016, 06:51 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

Update, Hardin Marine XS Valve Covers arrived...

Update, Hardin Marine XS Valve Covers arrived last night, she will get buttoned up this evening for sea trial tomorrow. I will get a video when shes on the hose!
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Forum: Formula
06-24-2016, 02:53 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

You lucky dog you! I am hoping for 70 MPH with...

You lucky dog you! I am hoping for 70 MPH with pushing her! Still owe me a ride when I am in town, haha. Let me know how she does wide open!
Forum: Formula
06-24-2016, 12:46 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

Haven't forgot about everyone, been a busy few...

Haven't forgot about everyone, been a busy few weeks. Distant Thunder's engine is going back together this weekend and I am hoping my new Hardin Marine valve covers arrive tomorrow so we can drop her...
Forum: Formula
06-03-2016, 07:23 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

Looking at new parts today, I will probably...

Looking at new parts today, I will probably replace the valve springs for good measure since the damper broke the end off. Tearing into this weekend to clean everything out. Thanks everyone for their...
Forum: Formula
06-02-2016, 08:59 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

The machine shop that did the engine also did the...

The machine shop that did the engine also did the heads and valve setup. Yes, 5 of the cylinders valves were too tight on start-up. But once I verified that it wasn't a spark issue, we adjusted all...
Forum: Formula
06-02-2016, 08:31 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

Yes, the spiral bushing. My engine vocabulary...

Yes, the spiral bushing. My engine vocabulary needs some updating. The small metal pieces are from the bottom of the spiral bushing between the 2 springs. It is the last .5" of the spiral at the...
Forum: Formula
06-02-2016, 07:21 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

Alright, got into last night and this is what I...

Alright, got into last night and this is what I found...

Most of all the rocker arm anti-rotation balls that are under the locking nut have been prematurely worn to different degrees (<1 Hour of...
Forum: Formula
06-01-2016, 07:07 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

If the arm starts a rockin', don't come knockin...

If the arm starts a rockin', don't come knockin...
Forum: Formula
05-31-2016, 07:44 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

My buddy has an extra set of poly locks that were...

My buddy has an extra set of poly locks that were going to try this week.
Forum: Formula
05-31-2016, 03:44 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

I am as well, when its not my own mystery....

I am as well, when its not my own mystery. :angry-smiley-038: I will be digging into it tomorrow evening and will try to get some pictures up for input. Smooth seas don't make skillful sailors is...
Forum: Formula
05-31-2016, 11:52 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

I took a picture of the rocker nut and counted...

I took a picture of the rocker nut and counted the threads prior to reinstalling the valve cover and the one was different when I removed the valve cover. I hear a lot of good things about Crane and...
Forum: Formula
05-31-2016, 08:53 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

I expected a few hiccups for sure. It's...

I expected a few hiccups for sure. It's frustrating. That's why I am giving myself a few days to calm down before I tear into it. Hah! I remember this morning on my way to work that I left my...
Forum: Formula
05-31-2016, 08:11 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

Yes, the rocker studs are torqued and did not...

Yes, the rocker studs are torqued and did not move, but the actual locking nuts are backing off. Causing a huge racket and degraded performance. The engine will still fire within 1 rotation of the...
Forum: Formula
05-31-2016, 07:31 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

Hahahaha! Me too... other than being able to get...

Hahahaha! Me too... other than being able to get on the water as a last resort.
Forum: Formula
05-31-2016, 06:50 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

Just an update, still not 100%. The engine fired...

Just an update, still not 100%. The engine fired on Thursday evening and the carb, valves, and timing were set. The engine was run for a short period of time on the trailer to check for leaks and to...
Forum: Formula
05-26-2016, 07:16 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

What are your thoughts on the initial timing? 8*?

What are your thoughts on the initial timing? 8*?
Forum: Formula
05-26-2016, 07:08 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

Here's the update, she is back in her spot!...

Here's the update, she is back in her spot! Putting the outdrive on tonight and doing the first start/set timing/leak check before floating her. Being my first complete engine build, I am incredibly...
Forum: Formula
05-26-2016, 07:04 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

HAHA, thanks IDCE. The plan is to be on the water...

HAHA, thanks IDCE. The plan is to be on the water Friday evening! Took off work to do a full detail tomorrow. The boat races are in Cambridge, MD this weekend so I didn't want to miss it! The kids...
Forum: Formula
05-26-2016, 07:02 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

Unfortunately I won't be able to dyno before...

Unfortunately I won't be able to dyno before running this year, ran out of time. I will most likely pull it this fall to get her tuned in. Here is the estimated CR..
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Forum: Formula
05-23-2016, 03:29 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,923
Posted By distantthunder

Mr Maine, what is the reasoning of advancing it 2...

Mr Maine, what is the reasoning of advancing it 2 more degrees? I do have the adjustable timing set for this build and already installed it at 0 on the gear. Should I take it back apart and move it...
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