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Modified Kaiser-Frazer & Willys Cars / Re: Adding a PCV to a 226

« on: November 19, 2020, 06:22:15 PM »

Other forums have mentioned issues with oil accumulation in the intake under the PCV port due to excessive oil blowby.  If that's not a case for needing positive crankcase ventilation I don't know what is.  I'm thinking a small sealed catch can attached to the bottom of the draft tube would alleviate this problem and provide a nice mounting spot for a commonly available PCV valve.  Maybe use a glass jar for a period look.  Thoughts anyone?

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Modified Kaiser-Frazer & Willys Cars / Adding a PCV to a 226

« on: November 18, 2020, 02:52:50 PM »

Has anyone added a PCV to a 226?  It would be a big improvement over the road draft tube for removing contaminates from the crankcase and seems easy enough to plumb.  I'm envisioning a similar system to the 161 and the Dodge system by modifying the road draft tube to accept a hose which is routed to a PCV valve at the base of the carb and using the oil filler tube as a the intake with either a separate filter or routing a hose to the air cleaner.  Is that accurate?
- Is the Dodge valve the only option or is there a more common piece that will work?  I would think any inline valve sized for a similar displacement engine would work. 
- What jetting changes are needed?

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Modified Kaiser-Frazer & Willys Cars / Re: Engine swap information for early KF cars

« on: November 11, 2020, 11:49:44 PM »

The question originally was about how to fit an alternate engine in an early engine compartment.  Specifically, how do you deal with the steering column and shift linkage as it is only 8" from centerline and and V engine will have a conflict.   I assume that the column remains and the shifter is reconfigured for the new trans?
I've also looked at ohv inline sixes but the height doesn't work going into the firewall due to the wiper motor.  How much height is required for valve cover removal?  It looks like there is 24" of total height available from the bottom of the pan before you get into the wipers.  Given the space limitation on the driver's side next to the steering column, I assume that the only viable candidates have the exhaust on the passenger side. Is that correct?
I'm not looking for a hot rod but it would be really nice to make it up to freeway speeds.
I hate to even mention modern engines as the are so tragic to look at and sound lame but the 4.0L Ford 60 degree V6 and the 3.5L GM Atlas inline 5 cylinder from the Colorado appear to have ideal dimensions and adequate power.  A supercharged Buick 3.8L or Chevy 4.3 V6 would also avoid surgery to the firewall but will still conflict with the steering.   Thoughts on modern engines?  Is the trade-off for reliability and practicality worth it?

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Modified Kaiser-Frazer & Willys Cars / Re: Engine swap information for early KF cars

« on: November 05, 2020, 06:36:35 PM »

On the 49, there is 31" from firewall to core support.  It appears that there is room in front of the core support for either the radiator or electric fans but not both, especially if you want to add an AC condenser.  I'm assuming that the firewall and transmission tunnel need to be reworked somewhat extensively and would love some firsthand tips. 
The steering column and shift linkage appear to be the bigger issue and I'm wondering how these were modified.  I know that it's been done so I'm just looking for the lessons learned.
FYI - The crank and thrust bearing location changed in 51 so there are different bearings for the early engines.  The later model parts are expensive but available, the early parts are rare.  Thank God for the Jeep guys or we wouldn't have any engine parts available.
I'm relatively new to these cars and there is a wealth of knowledge to be gained so please correct me if I quote incorrect information. 

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Modified Kaiser-Frazer & Willys Cars / Engine swap information for early KF cars

« on: November 05, 2020, 02:42:21 PM »

At the risk of being lambasted for starting another thread on engine conversions, the 47-50 cars have a much smaller engine compartment and feel like a separate thread is warranted to consolidate information.  Engine swaps for these cars is especially poignant as the bearings are becoming incredibly scarce and rebuilding may not be an option for long.
Any tips or advice from folks that have done swaps is greatly appreciated.  The natural desire for such heavy cars is a V8 but that appears to require major surgery to the firewall and steering column/shifter.  The inline sixes are almost worse due to the length and height.  What works and how was it accomplished? 

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Parts For Sale & Wanted / 47-50 front vent window seal source?

« on: January 20, 2020, 10:08:03 AM »

Anyone have a set squirreled away or know of a source?  Rudy is out of them and there is not enough demand to justify another production run.  I have tried every weatherstripping company I can find on the internet to no avail.  The originals are cracked pretty badly, will silicone fill the cracks as a band aid?