At 05:15 PM 2/27/01 -0600, The Narbys wrote:
>Hi folks.
>
>I joined the list some time ago in anticipation of getting a CM car. Now
>that I have it (1982 Crossle 50F) I have a few questions, and I am sure
>more will follow.
>
>First, do rod ends require periodic lubrication, and if so how and with
>what?
Assuming teflon lined rod ends used for suspension parts: not only NO but
@#$% No! My understanding is that lubrication simply attracts dirt. But
please check with experts (see below).
>
>Second, where should I look for a manual for the engine? What do I call
>the engine if I look for parts locally (Pinto, Ford 1600, Kent, etc)?.
You need Jake Lamont's book: How to build and Maintain Competitive (yet
legal) FF 1600 engines. Available from a variety of sources.
>
>Third what should the timing be set at (rpm and advance)?
See Jake's book.
>
>Anyone have broad recommendations about alignment settings and tire
>pressures? I would like to know some alignment specs in case I ever
>figure out how to adjust all those rod ends.
For Crossle's, there is a "rumor" that Neil Porter of Runoffs fame (he
"works on" Keith Nune's two time FF winning Swift) knows an awful lot about
Crossles:-). http://www.PorterRacing.com Maybe because his company name
includes the words "Pacific Crossle":-) There are other folks throughout
the country.
>From my experience, road race alignments and tire pressures are a very good
starting point. Fine tune from there. You will need ackermann (at least 100
%) and maybe a little front toe-out, depending on how much ackermann.
I assume that you have discovered the FF Underground:
http://server5.ezboard.com/bformulafordunderground
Where in the country are you located?
Dick Rasmussen
CM 85
85 Van Diemen RF-85 Formula Ford
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