I was a 1960’s mechanic and it’s hilarious watching two very talented blokes trying to fathom the workings of the humble old Stromberg 97. Great show, one of my favourites.
im a 2019 till now mechanic and yeah have nooooo clue how to pull one apart they dont even go over it at tafe any more only the dead basics i bet watching you work with them would be a dream !
I was just showing a mate your RU-vid channel and we both had a little chuckle watching you guys working out our old technology and how we are lost with the new technology. When rebuilding a carby it pays to face the surfaces before replacing the gaskets. I’ve always used a thick pane of glass and some wet and dry sandpaper. Otherwise you’ve done a great job boys. Broom Broom
BROOOM BROOM. Well done guys, working out the linkages & rebuilding the Carby, meanwhile, I'm sitting on the edge of my seat trying to show you how it all works.🤣😂. I cut my teeth on the Red motor, from the EH up to the HZ (I think). The two screws that hold the base & main body together will probably need a tighten once you've taken it for a few runs along with the inlet/exhaust bolts.
The best oart about linkage, break a engine mount and throttle jams. Thats why we ran cable. Hot tip also is a early Toyota twin throttle carry bolts stright on , advantage secondaries and when u turn left hard say a long on ramp the float falls and blocks the fuel. All the ktg secret tricks
I had to giggle with the carby re-assembly. I've lost count on how many carbies I've rebuilt from learning from my old man. It was great to see you guys having a crack at this. I wish I had pics to help you guys out. Great video as always!
I like to hydro blast carbs but it's always a bit of a lag time to get the pieces back. Also a set of oxy tip cleaners is super handy for going through jets. 161 broom-broom in no time.
Ol' strommies are usually just Plunger, jet holes and gasket replacement that carbie good though cause you still have the brace for the float bowl. That's not the concourse acc pedal but a pretty good upgrade considering. Doing a good job of it. I like these video's.
I was waiting for you to check if the float had any holes in it... even a pinhole will affect it along the way. Accelerator linkages from back in the day are truly ridiculous technology, sent you a pic on facebook though
The 161 square engine same size bore and stroke. Needs a 138 head and a 20/60 cam and that will rev to the moon. You want be going fast but it will rev quick😂
G'day guys, Good episode. But you need to get an altrasonic cleaner 30lt. Brings stuff up smick. The Vevor brand is good value. Ebay has the missing linkage you need. So, thanks for sharing more of your the HT build. ✌️ Peace from Melbourne/Pakenham 3810. BROOM
Updated once i got to the end - i wish my shed dog had outgrown the shed like loki, mine is always getting into corners of the shed he shouldnt or wedging himself underneath cars 😅
Really liked the over the bench shots - would be nice if you could get in a bit closer in future (maybe check out the setup Casey Neistat has). Pumped to hear this thing make vroom vroom noises!
Will send you the linkage photos on my Hg and will also see if i can find you the special drop box link full of the original gmh manuals and parts guides
I have but one question boys, shouldn’t the engine be red not rebuild orange had a few red 6 cylinders in Holden’s and can only remember them being a bit more red and that color being the one used on Repco rebuilds but please correct if my memory is wrong great show too guys
Hey guys I’ve just rebuilt my Ht with the matching numbers 161. If you would like some photos of anything let me know how I can send them to you. Cheers.
That oil cap looks wrong. Needs to be black. With that little sticker that says "Wash in kerosine and re-oil every 5,000 miles. More often in dusty conditions" (No one EVER did that but anyways .. . ). Get the sticker from Rare Spares for $9.95 = GST. Go on. Be a man.
