Dumbo The Flying Elephant - Page 23

Larry Hill · 08-28-2019, 09:32 PM

We got the two step working, thanks to David, Chris, and Bob. My job as usual was to hold the flashlight and not shine it in anyone's eyes. The most fun I had was applying the brake, turning the ignition on and off, and overhearing what to do to make stuff work.

Frank Castros · 09-01-2019, 08:47 AM

Larry,
Would you mind posting photos of Dumbo at the Gateway test session?

Larry Hill · 09-01-2019, 12:02 PM

Dumbo is done for the year. It seems we got a block with a porosity problem. I guess some days are luckier than others. Just have to remove disassemble, fix, reassemble, dyno, install, and test. That should keep me out of the bars for awhile.

BRETV · 09-01-2019, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Larry Hill

Dumbo is done for the year. It seems we got a block with a porosity problem. I guess some days are luckier than others. Just have to remove disassemble, fix, reassemble, dyno, install, and test. That should keep me out of the bars for awhile.

Larry, same with my new project. Went to run the car and found we had a bad cylinder. My future plans sound like yours. A lot of future work and $$$. Good luck with dumbo.

Bret Velde
2003 ???

Frank Castros · 09-02-2019, 09:29 AM

Larry,
Correct me if I'm wrong, but your grade points for 2020 will be a challenge for you?

Larry Hill · 09-02-2019, 12:45 PM

I will fix that

jmcarter · 09-02-2019, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frank Castros

Larry,
Correct me if I'm wrong, but your grade points for 2020 will be a challenge for you?

They can still average the last three years as well...Larry, sorry for all the adversity but know the reward will be that much sweeter.

Dissident · 09-02-2019, 03:46 PM

Larry,
Please let me know if I can be of help in sourcing parts solutions or whatever. Depends on what the porosity issues are, but let me know if you need anything. Dumbo deserves to be flying!

Regards,
HB2

Dissident

Rat Raceway · 09-02-2019, 05:58 PM

Is this a 426 combo car, hence the Elephant (Dumbo) reference?

Larry Hill · 09-02-2019, 10:38 PM

Its a baby Elephant, 392, that's why its Dumbo. If it was a full grown HEMI it would have tusks and a much more menacing look.

I think all will be well after the water is kept in place. But trust me I'm not shy and I always want to listen to different ideas.

Thanks HB2, I have a plan of attack and need a little time to set it in motion. But to be honest a few more magic feathers might come in handy!

08-28-2019, 09:32 PM	#221
Larry Hill Live Reporter Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Hickory, Ky Posts: 10,272 Likes: 1,631 Liked 9,422 Times in 1,951 Posts	Re: Dumbo The Flying Elephant We got the two step working, thanks to David, Chris, and Bob. My job as usual was to hold the flashlight and not shine it in anyone's eyes. The most fun I had was applying the brake, turning the ignition on and off, and overhearing what to do to make stuff work. __________________ IHM Used Parts https://ihmusedparts.com 888-821-1817

09-01-2019, 08:47 AM	#222
Frank Castros VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: The Lowcountry. Posts: 2,638 Likes: 2,151 Liked 2,073 Times in 766 Posts	Re: Dumbo The Flying Elephant Larry, Would you mind posting photos of Dumbo at the Gateway test session?

09-01-2019, 12:02 PM	#223
Larry Hill Live Reporter Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Hickory, Ky Posts: 10,272 Likes: 1,631 Liked 9,422 Times in 1,951 Posts	Re: Dumbo The Flying Elephant Dumbo is done for the year. It seems we got a block with a porosity problem. I guess some days are luckier than others. Just have to remove disassemble, fix, reassemble, dyno, install, and test. That should keep me out of the bars for awhile. __________________ IHM Used Parts https://ihmusedparts.com 888-821-1817

09-02-2019, 09:29 AM	#225
Frank Castros VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: The Lowcountry. Posts: 2,638 Likes: 2,151 Liked 2,073 Times in 766 Posts	Re: Dumbo The Flying Elephant Larry, Correct me if I'm wrong, but your grade points for 2020 will be a challenge for you?

09-02-2019, 12:45 PM	#226
Larry Hill Live Reporter Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Hickory, Ky Posts: 10,272 Likes: 1,631 Liked 9,422 Times in 1,951 Posts	Re: Dumbo The Flying Elephant I will fix that __________________ IHM Used Parts https://ihmusedparts.com 888-821-1817

09-02-2019, 03:46 PM	#228
Dissident Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Colorado hills Posts: 123 Likes: 11 Liked 73 Times in 36 Posts	Re: Dumbo The Flying Elephant Larry, Please let me know if I can be of help in sourcing parts solutions or whatever. Depends on what the porosity issues are, but let me know if you need anything. Dumbo deserves to be flying! Regards, HB2 Dissident

09-02-2019, 05:58 PM	#229
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09-02-2019, 10:38 PM	#230
Larry Hill Live Reporter Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Hickory, Ky Posts: 10,272 Likes: 1,631 Liked 9,422 Times in 1,951 Posts	Re: Dumbo The Flying Elephant Its a baby Elephant, 392, that's why its Dumbo. If it was a full grown HEMI it would have tusks and a much more menacing look. I think all will be well after the water is kept in place. But trust me I'm not shy and I always want to listen to different ideas. Thanks HB2, I have a plan of attack and need a little time to set it in motion. But to be honest a few more magic feathers might come in handy! __________________ IHM Used Parts https://ihmusedparts.com 888-821-1817 Last edited by Larry Hill; 09-03-2019 at 06:38 AM.