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Bobs 389

  • Not only do I change the majority of the internal components I also replace the I.D. Tag and usually the Fuel Fitting.  In some cases there is damage that will require a Helicoil.  Luckly this carb core was great.

    • Not only do I change the majority of the internal components…
  • I am really proud of this carb.  It was kept in great shape by Bob.  There was not mud, gunk, old gas, oil or etc inside the carburetor.  It did not even have significant corrosion.  It looks damn near NOS.

    • I am really proud of this carb. It was kept in great shape…
  • I also got new Choke lines from the Hot Air Choke to the Manifold.  In the process I also like to install the thick base plate gasket.  This will keep the carb nice and cool.  Helps it run better.

    • I also got new Choke lines from the Hot Air Choke to the Man…
  • Well now it is off to paint the Manifold.  I will carefully chase the threads on the manifold and get to painting.  Then it will be new studs, nuts, carburetor, gasket, and etc.  I cannot wait to shoot the picture.  It is coming together.  Keep the fai...

    • Well now it is off to paint the Manifold. I will carefully…
  • Just take a look at the old survivors that came on this engine.  They were showing their age.  They had gone the distance, kept out the dirt and grime and got fired up many a time.

    • Just take a look at the old survivors that came on this engi…
  • Over all they were in good shape.  No major dents, rust damage, warpage.  I was very happy for him because they were good cores to chrome.

    • Over all they were in good shape. No major dents, rust dama…
  • Here are the nice and perty valve covers.  You will notice that all the rust, pits, ugly chrome and etc are all gone.  Nice and perty show chrome.  Best way to go.  Only for your motor.

    • Here are the nice and perty valve covers. You will notice t…
  • The other side looks just as good.  Boy I cannot wait to install these on the motor.  It looks like I got to source a nice numbers correct motor for the Goat.

    • The other side looks just as good. Boy I cannot wait to ins…
  • Yes and my Chromer also gives a damn about the underside of the Valve Cover.  Go ahead and find me a plater that will take this time and attention to detail.

    • Yes and my Chromer also gives a damn about the underside of…