1950 Firestone 10-A-73, 5hp Runs!

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  • June 3, 2015 at 3:45 am #1667
    Buccaneer
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      Thanks everyone for your literature, technical savy, parts, and
      moral support in getting my Firestone running.

      https://youtu.be/bTC-C4_1acA

      I have to fix the rewind again. The original rope must have been
      one with a wire in the center, attached to a brass hook that hooks
      inside of the rope sheave. A small knot pulls thru the hole, and
      a larger knot doesn’t have clearance. Will have to try something
      else.
      The cowlings are giving me a fit trying to get them on so the carburetor adjustment
      knob and fuel shut off valve has enough clearance, but at least it’s running for now!

      Prepare to be boarded!

      June 3, 2015 at 10:48 am #17488
      jim-moffatt
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        US Member - 2 Years

        Try tying the larger knot and then heat it with a cigarette lighter and mash it flat for clearance.

        June 3, 2015 at 10:55 am #17489
        wiscoboater
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          LOOKIN’ SWEET BUC!!

          June 3, 2015 at 11:55 am #17490
          ggoldy
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            Buc, where did you find the rubber parts? O-rings, seals, etc.? I have an older big cousin to your Firestone, needing renewal.

            June 3, 2015 at 1:25 pm #17495
            Buccaneer
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              Gary, The seals I bought individually after measuring bore and shaft sizes, etc.
              I look up what’s available at
              http://www2.chicago-rawhide.com/popup_p … 457010.htm

              then just search for the cheapest source. The needle bearings all have numbers
              on them that are still used. Amazon.com was a good source for those.
              I bought an O-ring kit off of Ebay last year with a good selection of sizes…..
              Has come in very handy! I lucked out with the coils being good.
              Ended up using condensers for a 1970’s Madza / Ford that were the correct
              mfd. value.
              Good luck with your project,
              Bucc

              Prepare to be boarded!

              June 3, 2015 at 5:37 pm #17511
              ggoldy
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                Thanks Bucc, I may have to invest in a set of mic’s, although I haven’t quite given up on finding nos parts.
                I suppose I’m a dreamer 🙂

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