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by Steve Meltzer
Tue Mar 19, 2024 10:31 pm
Forum: Vintage Ferraris
Topic: Testing a zero pressure radiator cap
Replies: 2
Views: 101

Re: Testing a zero pressure radiator cap

A little follow up here. I just pressure tested the entire system, exerting pressure at the overflow tank and found that the radiator cap is perfectly fine. My problem is a leak in the middle of the radiator itself. So, question answered! I just wish it would've been the cap, and not the radiator! T...
by Steve Meltzer
Fri Mar 15, 2024 10:57 am
Forum: Vintage Ferraris
Topic: Testing a zero pressure radiator cap
Replies: 2
Views: 101

Testing a zero pressure radiator cap

I suspecct that the zero pressure radiator cap on my GTC is leaking. How do i test this? There is obviously pressure in the radiator from the hot coolant, so there must be a specification forr that cap, even though the cap itself is not exerting pressure. Any advice? Thanks, Steve.
by Steve Meltzer
Sat Mar 09, 2024 12:27 am
Forum: Vintage Ferraris
Topic: Daytona AC Belts
Replies: 10
Views: 1239

Re: Daytona AC Belts

Bob, thanks so much. Who dathunk that AC belts came as identical twins. s
by Steve Meltzer
Fri Mar 08, 2024 6:29 pm
Forum: Vintage Ferraris
Topic: Daytona AC Belts
Replies: 10
Views: 1239

Re: Daytona AC Belts

Since this discussion began in the late fall, my Daytona turned one of the AC belts over and shredded the other one to bits. It also did modest damage to the alternator belt. So we went back with the O'Reilly brand belt.#157270. As I said before, there is some subtle length differences in belts, des...
by Steve Meltzer
Fri Jan 12, 2024 12:44 am
Forum: Vintage Ferraris
Topic: Well, we need a first post of 2024….
Replies: 2
Views: 971

Re: Well, we need a first post of 2024….

Kevin and I and many others on this website have become friends vis-à-vis our shared love of these old cars. I've known about Fasthound 's GTC since it was purchased. Even though he's a graduate of the University of Michigan, he's a really good guy! I couldn't possibly mention all the people on this...
by Steve Meltzer
Wed Dec 20, 2023 11:26 am
Forum: Vintage Ferraris
Topic: Daytona AC Belts
Replies: 10
Views: 1239

Re: Daytona AC Belts

Not sure if O'Reilly carries Dayco; I don't think so, but not certain. At any rate, exchanges with them were really easy, I should know ....I made five different trips with various belts. My car now knows the way to their store by heart! Stay in touch. Good luck, Steve
by Steve Meltzer
Wed Dec 20, 2023 10:21 am
Forum: Vintage Ferraris
Topic: Daytona AC Belts
Replies: 10
Views: 1239

Re: Daytona AC Belts

Drew. I just went through this PITA with my 1972 American Daytona #14599. One of my belts just shred and was illegible, the other one we measured as best we could, and ultimately, we settled on two of these: A/C Belts=Gates/O’Reily/MasterPro 7270 (7/16 X 27 13/16) Alterator=7340. However the rearmo...
by Steve Meltzer
Thu Nov 30, 2023 2:23 am
Forum: Vintage Ferraris
Topic: TY Party @ Greenspans
Replies: 12
Views: 9240

Re: TY Party @ Greenspans

I just came across this announcement for Tom's party, tho' I wouldn't have been able to make it anyhow. Although it would have been a treat to see other members of the gang, by far the biggest calling card would have been Michael's wife Dorie's World class cooking. Just in case anyone missed this mo...
by Steve Meltzer
Mon Nov 13, 2023 5:39 pm
Forum: Vintage Ferraris
Topic: Fuse board junction/terminal/connector
Replies: 19
Views: 4107

Re: Fuse board junction/terminal/connector

Yes, Michael I would be grateful if you'd pick up one for me as well. thanx for your generosity., steve meltzer<gtc8995@gmail.com>
by Steve Meltzer
Sun Oct 29, 2023 8:05 pm
Forum: Vintage Ferraris
Topic: Weber DCZ6 accelerator pumps
Replies: 17
Views: 5367

Re: Weber DCZ6 accelerator pumps

Kevin, thanx for the good info. steve
by Steve Meltzer
Fri Oct 27, 2023 10:48 pm
Forum: Vintage Ferraris
Topic: Weber DCZ6 accelerator pumps
Replies: 17
Views: 5367

Re: Weber DCZ6 accelerator pumps

Kevin, How do you use the liquid gold? Diluted? If so, with what and at what stoichiometry? Do you have easy access to non-ETOH fuel? steve
by Steve Meltzer
Fri Oct 27, 2023 4:37 pm
Forum: Vintage Ferraris
Topic: Weber DCZ6 accelerator pumps
Replies: 17
Views: 5367

Re: Weber DCZ6 accelerator pumps

Yes, Dyke, I don't write as well as I should, but I only meant to run the engine 1 second to prove the ignition/spark part of the holy triad was present, and could thus be ruled out. If the accelerator pump squirters are AWOL, no amount of ether will save the day. steve
by Steve Meltzer
Thu Oct 26, 2023 11:17 pm
Forum: Vintage Ferraris
Topic: Weber DCZ6 accelerator pumps
Replies: 17
Views: 5367

Re: Weber DCZ6 accelerator pumps

Is there a downside to spraying ether into the carb? It would provide a quick and dirty way to divide and conquer the holy triad.
I've heard it's bad for the engine, so, it's clearly notta long term solution; only a shortcut. steve
by Steve Meltzer
Thu Oct 26, 2023 1:42 pm
Forum: Vintage Ferraris
Topic: Weber DCZ6 accelerator pumps
Replies: 17
Views: 5367

Re: Weber DCZ6 accelerator pumps

If none of the accelerator-pumps are working, you are using non-ETOH fuel, and the accelerator pumps worked before the e-pump rebuild, you gotta be sure that what's up stream is working. I know you just had the EFP rebuilt, but I would verify that there is good fuel flow from that e-pump. I believe ...
by Steve Meltzer
Wed Sep 27, 2023 2:16 pm
Forum: Vintage Ferraris
Topic: Webers and ETOH
Replies: 2
Views: 4591

Re: Webers and ETOH

Thanx so much, Dyke. I'll check out the No-rosion wares. Much appreciated. steve