Kevin Purcell’s Toys

[hrpearce]

Finally the engine is back again, the head was shaved 0.010" as well.
Some other small parts have been fitted and new muffler brackets made.

[hrpearce]

I had time to call in again today and real progress has been made
Ross the front shaft has been reversed

[Lynn Eades]

I have just read this thread, as I have a Dodge. The crankshaft is not the correct crankshaft. It only has four bolts to hold the flywheel on, and should have eight. The eight bolt crank is the T214/ T223 truck crank, with the counterweights to suit the sustained high revs. the four bolt crank is a car crank, and may not even be the right stroke.To perform well the truck needs the right crank.
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, at this late stage.

[hrpearce]

Hi Lynn,Thank you for your interest. we found out early on that the engine is a 1938 car one so for now Kevin has just sourced parts like the govened carby etc. to make it as authentic looking as possible.

[hrpearce]

The wiring harness is almost in place and the engine has been running but there are some teathing problems. Kevin and a mechanic are going to work on it this weekend. I'll let you know what happens after I talk to Kevin again.

[Mike K]

Originally Posted by hrpearce

The wiring harness is almost in place and the engine has been running but there are some teathing problems. Kevin and a mechanic are going to work on it this weekend. I'll let you know what happens after I talk to Kevin again.

Wish I was there to help out ... but its a bit too far to drive for a day trip

[George McKenzie]

Chysler made two engines like this .One is longer by about 2" .The power wagons are shorter . In canada most of our engines are the longer ones except for the # 26 Massey Harris combines .The US used the shorter ones If anyone needs a motor the 26 MH is a good source .I have a WC motor for parts If anyone needs one . George