In this section you will find several good tech articles which were written by FordSix forum members, the owner of Classic Inlines, or various other authors. These articles are a great source of information for both novice and experienced, engine builders and mechanics. We've also included quite a few magazine articles, which are full of valuable information. So pull up a chair, kick off your shoes and get comfortable. Plan to spend a few days, if not weeks, reading through all of the information. We are constantly updating or adding new tech articles, which are designated with a green "" bullet, in an effort to keep our customers well informed of the latest developments and information. The articles cover a wide range of subjects, including common problems, service issues, product recalls, performance tips, or just about anything that applies to your inline six. We've also have a section dedicated to Magazine articles, which are a grerat source of information, as well as a section on Small Six Specifications and Identification. Make sure you check out our Photo Gallery too.

Prior to ordering parts, or building your motor, we highly recommend reading thru as many articles as you can, or at least the recommended articles, which are designated with a red "" bullet. If your building a motor and plan to install an aftermarket performance cam, take time to read the tech articles on Dynamic Compression Ratios, and Cam Selection. Once you have a firm understanding on how DCR's affect your motor, you should be able to select the proper cam for your application. However if you still need assistance, we're always here to help.

Most Recent Articles Flow Testing the Log Head Benefits of a Port Divider Selecting a Carburetor Build a Mild Street Motor New Exhaust Systems Weber Carburetors Compare Ignition Systems Exhaust Maintenance 2V Swap Dyno Results Section Index General Information Cast Iron Cylinder Head Carburetor & Fuel Small Six Specs Aluminum Cylinder Head Fuel Injection Engine Building Tips Camshaft & Lifters Exhaust Systems Ignition System Valve Train Tech Turbo & Super Chargers

Tech Articles
. .General Information	..Description
History of the Inline Six	This article briefly covers the history of Fords Inline Six.
Question & Answer Guide	Basic questions and answers on building an inline six.
Keep It Inline	Find out why other inline enthusiast "Keep It Inline"
Trouble Shooting Guide	Service and Trouble Shooting guide.
Tune with a Vacuum Gage	Explains how to tune your engine using a vacuum gage
How to read Spark Plugs	How to read spark plugs for proper engine tunning
Classic Wheel & Tire Tech	How to decode and select the right tires and wheels.
Automotive Calculators	Calculators for figuring compression ratios, etcetera.
Classic Car Insurance	Tips for purchasing classic car insurance.
Travis Allen Smith	In memory of my friend "Travis Allen Smith"
...Small Six Specs	..Description
General Specs	History and a basic description of the small Ford six.
Small Six Torque Specs	Torque specifications for the small Ford six.
Compression Ratios	Compression ratios for stock small ford sixes.
Timing, & Firing Order	Timing and firing order specifications.
Valvetrain-Pistons-Cams	Specs on valve train, pistons, and camshafts.
..Engine Building Tips	..Description
Build a Mild Street Motor	How to build a performance motor, even on a budget.
Small Six Identification	How to know what size your engine is.
Hopping up the Falcon Six	Tips for hopping up the small six.
Hopping up the Inline Six	A common sense approach to hopping up a six.
Rebuild & Safety Tips	Customer tips for engine rebuilding and safety.
Static vrs Dynamic C/R	Explains the differences in Static and Dynamic C/R's.
Oil Pressure Tech	Everything you need to know about oil pressure.
Engine Dampers	How to select the proper damper or harmonic balancer.
Using ARP Studs	Benefits and tips on using ARP studs and/or bolts.
Piston Ring Tech	Explains the differences in piston rings, and selection.
MLS Head Gaskets	Advantages of using MLS Head Gaskets.
..Log Cylinder Head	..Description
Upgrading to a 2V Carb	How to install a 2V carb on your log intake manifold.
A Day on the Dyno	Various dyno results and comparisons. Great info.
2V Dyno Comparison	Comparing the various installation methods for 2V carbs.
Cylinder Head - Swaps	Differences and tips on cylinder head swaps.
Cylinder Head - Rebuilding	Here's a list of the services we provide and our prices.
Benefits of a Port Divider	Do you really need a port divider?
OZ250-2V Cylinder Head	Information on the Australian 250-2V cylinder head
MLS Head Gaskets	Advantages of using MLS Head Gaskets.
..Aluminum Cylinder Head	. Description
Overview	Basic overview of our new aluminum cylinder head.
Specifications	Specifications for our new aluminum cylinder head.
Aluminum Head Flow	CFM flow charts and cylinder head comparisons.
Porting Options	Porting options and prices for our new aluminum head.
Photo Gallery	Photos of the new aluminum head and alloy intakes.
Intake and Carb Clearance	Short description of clearance issues with photographs.
Dyno Test & Results	Dyno results from the aluminum head, including video.
More Dyno Test & Results	Dyno testing at Pony Carbs, includes graphs and data.
MLS Head Gaskets	Advantages of using MLS Head Gaskets.
..Cam Tech	..Description
Static vrs Dynamic C/R	Explains the differences in Static and Dynamic C/R's.
Camshaft Installation Tips	Tips on proper cam installation and break-in procedures.
Selecting a Camshaft	Camshaft terminology and how to select a camshaft.
Selecting Lobe Centers	Definition of lobe center and how it effects performance.
Degreeing Your Camshaft	How to degree a camshaft for maximum performance.
CI Camshaft Specs	Specifications on all Classic Inline camshaft profiles.
CI Cam Profile Cards	Didn't get a cam card or lost it, no problem, their online.
..Valve Train	. Description
Valve Spring Tech	Valve spring terminology, comparisons, and install tips.
Rocker Arm Options	Rocker arm comparisons and advantages of full roller.
Adjusting Your Valves	How to adjust valve lash on an inline six (hyd & solid).
..Carburetion & Fuel	. Description
Selecting a Carburetor	Guidelines for selecting the right carburetor for your six.
CFM Calculator (formula)	Learn how to calculate the best size carb for your motor.
Weber DGV Carburetors	Learn why Weber carbs are well suited for inline sixes.
Weber Carb Adjustments	Learn how to adjust and tune your weber carb.
Autolite Carburetors	Learn why Autolite carbs are considered the best carbs.
Autolite 4100 Service	Pages from the 4100-4V Autolite service manual.
Autolite 2100 Service	Pages from the 2100-2V Autolite service manual.
Carter Fuel Pump Mod	Modify a Carter Super Strip fuel pump to fit your six.
Holley Carb Adjustments	This is a great site for learning all about Holley carbs.
..Fuel Injection	..Description
Throttle Body Q&A	Common questions on throttle body injection.
TBI Tech & Info	Explains throttle body injection in laymen terms.
Air ByPass Valves	How to install an air bypass valve and tech info.
Using Jenvey TB's	How to install and set-up Jenvey Throttle bodies (EFI).
..Ignition System	. Description
Ignition System Choices	A comparison of the Petronics, DSII, and DUI.
Distributor Gear Wear	Discusses distributor gear failure and prevention.
DUI Distributor Swap	How to install and wire the DUI distributor and benefits.
DSII Distributor Swap	Benefits and basic information on the DSII dizzy swap.
Installing the DSII Dizzy	How to install and wire the DSII distributor and module.
Rebuilding the DSII Dizzy	How to refurbish, re-curve, and install a DSII distributor.
Load-O-Matic Dizzy	How the distributor works, plus the Do's and Don't's
Better Mileage with DSII	Modifying the DSII distributor for improved gas mileage.
Spark Plug Readings	How to read plugs for tuning & improved performance.
Ignition & Timing Tech	Basic ignition system, up-dates, and improvements.
Spark Advance Strategies	Strategies and tips for re-curving the HEI/DUI distributor.
..Exhaust System	..Description
New Exhaust Systems	New exhaust kits offered exclusively by Classic Inlines
Exhaust Maintenance	How to care for your new exhaust system
Ceramic Coatings	Explains the benefits of ceramic coating
Headers with A/C	How to install headers with stock or aftermarket A/C
Benefits of a Port Divider	Do you really need a port divider?
..Turbo & Super Chargers	..Description
Turbo Chargers	Coming soon
Super Chargers	Coming soon

Before building your motor we highly recommend reading our tech articles if you have time. If not, at least take time to read the recommended articles that have a red "" bullet.

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