General Car Talk

wolfman1 · wolfman1

Congrats on the cover Glenn

bmw2002e3 · bmw2002e3

Don't wanna ship my wheels to the place I know in Calgary.. I'm looking for a place that can straighten up the ancient steel wheels on my 1949 dodge, get them back to near new condition. Near london/KW would be nice, but whatever, I can drive.

Rob-A · Rob-A

so im 18, i just spent the last 2 and a half years restoring my 75 f150, now that its finished we cannot find an insurance company that will even consider insuring it.... do any of you guys know of any companys that will insure a classic to a g2 driver?

teejay99 · teejay99

Did Anyone of you go to the recent auction in Toronto about a week ago ? Have you been in years past ? I'm considering going to the fall auction but was hoping for some feedback on whether it's worth the 4 hour drive and back .

teejay99 · teejay99

So I'm over on the HAMB , checking out the latest threads .......some guy is building up a '47 Chrysler 4-door ......DIFFERENT , right ? The hood is about 12 feet long and the back end is very abbreviated .......I'm thinkin' , maybe a unique low rider , or whatever . Now I'm reading about his choice of en...

427CARL · 427CARL

I am looking at a short box 99 pickup that was painted in 2005... and never sold or put into service....(true) The clear coat is peeling in some/lots of spots Obviously the truck needs paint.... 1. I was wondering, if would do any further harm by taping off the base color areas and spraying with cl...

meester_jamie · meester_jamie

Lyndsay Morrison's Live weather report for kitchener news at 6 was done from Can Tire Cruise night.. where at least 2 Ontario Rodders rides made it to the coverage... I couldn't find the link on their website ,, http://kitchener.ctvnews.ca/ but there are some tweets https://twitter.com/Lyndsa...

MarkM · MarkM

Currently running 373's but the boys at the shop are trying to convince me to run 410's. Running a 383 stroker and not on the highway much. What do you guys think? What would I regret is the question I guess? Other than mileage.

jarvis1 · jarvis1

On small stuff. http://makezine.com/2015/04/30/turn-dremel-tool-plastic-welder/ Scroll down: http://makezine.com/projects/make-34/skill-builder-finishing-and-post-p Then I read about a guy using a router to weld a plastic gas tank.

Century · Century

Where do you guys take your old car (50s-60s) for an alignment in the GTA?

Dubya31 · Dubya31

It's amazing what someone can do with thier time over the long winters up here. Spotted this in town at the grocery store.

jarvis1 · jarvis1

Some old guy has these.

ssphoto1 · ssphoto1

Dave Jarvis sent me these to post. Enjoy. Rob Potter

flintstone · flintstone

Any one out there have wood graining done in Ont. Thanks

dualquadpete · dualquadpete

Just went to watch Speed vision on Shaw satellite & it's GONE???? WTF no notice !!! Bet theres no refund or bill reduction!!! Keep cutting the good stuff & load you up with "CRAP" bundles of $hit you don't need to get 1 chnl. you want!!! PO'd or what

jarvis1 · jarvis1

wolfman1 · wolfman1

Got the slapper bars on.

Raytegui · Raytegui

Hello everyone. i know this sounds silly. I have a 95 Transam, that needs a rebuild. Ls1 swap, 383 build, both are $$$$$ expensive, and sometimes unreasonable cause it's the same amount of a second car. what I like to know is, has anyone swap an older motor to a newer car. For example, my 95 trans am swap a g...

studeshaker · studeshaker

https://www.google.ca/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CCYQFjAA...

ssphoto1 · ssphoto1

I've been the photographer/announcer/historian at Cayuga for many years and have acquired an extensive collection of images from the early years of drag racing in Southern Ontario. I've already posted most of these on other sites so some of you may have already seen them but I thought enough hadn't...

chevyboy · chevyboy

Hey guys I was wondering if it was at all possible to insure a ride if your under 20? I've been looking with no luck, just people laughing at me and hanging up. They say the younger generation isn't getting into hot rodding and this is why. Its the only reason I dont have a car yet, any help would be apprecia...

31 Blackrat · 31 Blackrat

looking for your best pix of your car/truck ride where ever what ever

Ragtop · Ragtop

Wondering if there's anyone that can check out a car for me. If you can, please send me a pm. It's a heck of a ride from Windsor if the car isn't as stated.

RWW · RWW

Who's going ? It's a nice layed back Flea Market with lots to see. "First Weekend of May".

Twotone · Twotone

Hello brothers would anyone have a idea what type of disc breaks these would be off of.I have a 68 galaxie 500 and some one has converted the front drums to disc.the outer pad has two pins that go through it and have retaining clips on the outer back of the caliper and the inner pad is held with a big clip that...

jarvis1 · jarvis1

http://markjrebilas.com/blog/?p=21971#more-21971

will · will

Following is a brochure I picked up at last weekend's Motorama Show. I attended a couple of the seminars they offered and this one being about Towing. It was put on by a car enthusiast who just happens to be an officer with the Durham Regional Police Service's Regional Traffic Enforcement Unit. He c...

CurtisM · CurtisM

Hey All! Looking for someone who owns a rat rod / truck in the Windsor, Ontario or greater Detroit area. I would like to feature it in a promo shoot for an upcoming vintage motorcycle/car/truck ride in Windsor on Aug 16. All proceeds go to a local Windsor charity. Please DM me if you are interested!

66-67-88Chevy · 66-67-88Chevy

In the near future, I will be insuring my camaro as a classic, and because of this, the insurance wants a full appraisal for classic cars done. They require the appraisal papers and pictures of the vehicle's front, rear, interior, and engine compartment. Does anyone know of anyone trustworthy that...

FALLSGUY1955 · FALLSGUY1955

Hey was that 67 Mustang fastback for $5 grand that showed up on KIJIJI this morning real or someone's idea of an April Fool's It looked in restorable condition and all there. The ad said it was in St Jacobs. Anyone else see it?

jarvis1 · jarvis1

https://theblock.com/news/chevrolet-performance-crate-engines-sema-2014

sawdustxdiamonds · sawdustxdiamonds

Wheres a good (and lenient) place in the ottawa area to get a safety? I also need an appraisal as well. The car I bought was on the road when I bought it but probably needs some minor things but I don't want to have to pay to register it unfit and then pay again after I get it safetied. Kind of just want to do it al...

Twotone · Twotone

Hello brothers and sisters im looking for a place that sells all the products to do leading body work I know theres lots of places in America but cant find any were in Ontario or Canada

hotroddonnie · hotroddonnie

I installed new door rubbers and trunk seal last year just wondering what product you use to lube them so they seat better, not a big fan of slamming my doors. Thanks HRD.

sawdustxdiamonds · sawdustxdiamonds

2 door hardtop non ss for 2500$ i called the guy he said the floors and trunk were solid no rust, 350 with a 4bbl on it and that it was on the road before the winter. he said he had 2 other calls while i was on the phone with him haha. it was taken down within a few hours. I trying to get someone I know in the area to g...

RWW · RWW

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79br00IHXVc&app=desktop

tc · tc

Has anyone here had any experience with Pro Comp brand HEI distributors. Good. Bad, Junk ?????

36couper · 36couper

The new chassis for my 1940 Ford pickup is in need of a Must II IFS. I've searched most of the manufacturers' websites and various forums. So far, I've searched Heidt's, TCI, Streetrod Engineering, Chassis Engineering, Art Morrison, Progressive Automotive, Welder Series. I need a hub to hub kit wit...

V2addict · V2addict

Hi guy's can anyone tell me the actual deal about bringing parts across the boarder? I have done this several times when going to Florida and I just declare the $700 for my wife and I and on occasion when they had asked what I had to declare I told them Motorcycle or car parts and all has been good. Recentl...

MarkM · MarkM

Just wondering what size lines you are running with. I currently am using 1/2" and they are way too fast. Thinking of going to 1/4| lines and wondering if anyone has any recommendations otherwise.

flatduck · flatduck

Which spindle match to swap to disccs brake on B body and can a full k member from near 77 to 79 dodge magnum be bolted to a63 B body to get disc brake

will · will

Posting for a friend. -- Looking for information, recommendations, experiences, suggestions, etc. on selling a vehicle into the U.S. I know there are carriers that will pick up and deliver, but will they do ALL the paper work that is required for the border? Maybe he should use a separate brok...

Grumper · Grumper

Does anyone know where to buy rolls of auto carpet? I need to redo the carpet in the back of my Jimmy and my searches are coming up with places that sell molded replacement carpet.

flatduck · flatduck

anybody ever try wrap for cars does it really do what they say come off easy even after a few years , and would you consider even trying or it s more like left to experience people

Smokin Joe · Smokin Joe

http://www.bidspotter.com/en-us/auction-catalogues/timed/caterham/catalogue-id-caterham10000-- Edited by Smokin Joe on Tuesday 10th of March...

studeshaker · studeshaker

early part of may i have a real nice 67 chevelle coming. 427 tall deck 4 speed car.

Sniper · Sniper

Some gentleman by the name of Neil Trotter has sent me an Email, saying he's donated 1 million pounds to me. If he's talking about poop...I'd believe him. Jeez, these latest scam artists must be taking advanced stupidity classes. At least this guy has spell check on his computer, not like the Nigerian...

ssphoto1 · ssphoto1

I started attending in 74 and made near every one until it was moved. Rob Potter. -- Edited by ssphoto1 on Thursday 1st of January 2015 09:47:21 PM

Offset · Offset

Originally I did not want to ask this question on the open forum for fear of it being somehow rude. I sent a PM to Jeff Norwell about it but did not hear back and that could be because I did something wrong with the PM process. So here goes. A number of years ago my friend Brooke DeShaw passed away. At the tim...

DavidP · DavidP

$30 off ... $49.99 ... currently listed at $129.99 at Lowes ...

I just got tired of having to top up the air in my tires ... the last time being -20 degrees trying to balance on a pile of snow/ice to add air to the tires at a service station ... at $1 for a air hose that was filthy ...

Not sure how long it wil...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Congrats To the Cat in the Hat (Preview) Congrats on the cover Glenn	wolfman1	38	2120	May 23, 2015 by Fast Elvis
	Wheel repair near london? (Preview) Don't wanna ship my wheels to the place I know in Calgary.. I'm looking for a place that can straighten up the ancient steel wheels on my 1949 dodge, get them back to near new condition. Near london/KW would be nice, but whatever, I can drive.	bmw2002e3	11	2130	May 20, 2015 by wuga
	under 20 classic car insurance... (Preview) so im 18, i just spent the last 2 and a half years restoring my 75 f150, now that its finished we cannot find an insurance company that will even consider insuring it.... do any of you guys know of any companys that will insure a classic to a g2 driver?	Rob-A	6	1170	May 14, 2015 by sawdustxdiamonds
	Toronto Collector Car Auction (Preview) Did Anyone of you go to the recent auction in Toronto about a week ago ? Have you been in years past ? I'm considering going to the fall auction but was hoping for some feedback on whether it's worth the 4 hour drive and back .	teejay99	1	794	May 13, 2015 by wolfman1
	I Really Don't GET It ! ( 1 2 ) (Preview) So I'm over on the HAMB , checking out the latest threads .......some guy is building up a '47 Chrysler 4-door ......DIFFERENT , right ? The hood is about 12 feet long and the back end is very abbreviated .......I'm thinkin' , maybe a unique low rider , or whatever . Now I'm reading about his choice of en...	teejay99	72	4592	May 13, 2015 by Lightspeed Mike
	Clear cost paint question (Preview) I am looking at a short box 99 pickup that was painted in 2005... and never sold or put into service....(true) The clear coat is peeling in some/lots of spots Obviously the truck needs paint.... 1. I was wondering, if would do any further harm by taping off the base color areas and spraying with cl...	427CARL	4	1062	May 6, 2015 by 427CARL
	Kitchener weather , Cruise night , caught some Ontario Rodders members (Preview) Lyndsay Morrison's Live weather report for kitchener news at 6 was done from Can Tire Cruise night.. where at least 2 Ontario Rodders rides made it to the coverage... I couldn't find the link on their website ,, http://kitchener.ctvnews.ca/ but there are some tweets https://twitter.com/Lyndsa...	meester_jamie	1	1286	May 6, 2015 by Homer
	3.73 or 4.10? What gears are you running? (Preview) Currently running 373's but the boys at the shop are trying to convince me to run 410's. Running a 383 stroker and not on the highway much. What do you guys think? What would I regret is the question I guess? Other than mileage.	MarkM	21	1918	May 2, 2015 by henry
	Welding plastic (Preview) On small stuff. http://makezine.com/2015/04/30/turn-dremel-tool-plastic-welder/ Scroll down: http://makezine.com/projects/make-34/skill-builder-finishing-and-post-p Then I read about a guy using a router to weld a plastic gas tank.	jarvis1	0	915	May 1, 2015 by jarvis1
	Wheel Alignment in Toronto (Preview) Where do you guys take your old car (50s-60s) for an alignment in the GTA?	Century	2	797	Apr 28, 2015 by ffej
	NORTHERN INGINUITY (Preview) It's amazing what someone can do with thier time over the long winters up here. Spotted this in town at the grocery store.	Dubya31	9	1396	Apr 28, 2015 by RacerRick
	Are these worth anything? (Preview) Some old guy has these.	jarvis1	6	1218	Apr 25, 2015 by 427CARL
	Vancouver Car Show. (Preview) Dave Jarvis sent me these to post. Enjoy. Rob Potter	ssphoto1	7	1286	Apr 23, 2015 by jarvis1
	WOODGRAINGING (Preview) Any one out there have wood graining done in Ont. Thanks	flintstone	10	1772	Apr 22, 2015 by REBEL
	Speed Vision appears to be gone???? (Preview) Just went to watch Speed vision on Shaw satellite & it's GONE???? WTF no notice !!! Bet theres no refund or bill reduction!!! Keep cutting the good stuff & load you up with "CRAP" bundles of $hit you don't need to get 1 chnl. you want!!! PO'd or what	dualquadpete	43	4345	Apr 21, 2015 by Smokin Joe
	Want to build a gasser? (Preview)	jarvis1	6	1354	Apr 21, 2015 by jarvis1
	Got some work on the car done today (Preview) Got the slapper bars on.	wolfman1	28	2026	Apr 19, 2015 by wolfman1
	Is it possible?. (Preview) Hello everyone. i know this sounds silly. I have a 95 Transam, that needs a rebuild. Ls1 swap, 383 build, both are $$$$$ expensive, and sometimes unreasonable cause it's the same amount of a second car. what I like to know is, has anyone swap an older motor to a newer car. For example, my 95 trans am swap a g...	Raytegui	4	1091	Apr 18, 2015 by Raytegui
	new shifter for the stude. (Preview) https://www.google.ca/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CCYQFjAA...	studeshaker	13	1657	Apr 15, 2015 by studeshaker
	Canadian Drag Racing History. ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I've been the photographer/announcer/historian at Cayuga for many years and have acquired an extensive collection of images from the early years of drag racing in Southern Ontario. I've already posted most of these on other sites so some of you may have already seen them but I thought enough hadn't...	ssphoto1	93	12390	Apr 14, 2015 by TA462
	Is it possible to insure a "classic" if your under 20? (Preview) Hey guys I was wondering if it was at all possible to insure a ride if your under 20? I've been looking with no luck, just people laughing at me and hanging up. They say the younger generation isn't getting into hot rodding and this is why. Its the only reason I dont have a car yet, any help would be apprecia...	chevyboy	32	8994	Apr 13, 2015 by GhostPost
	best pix ( 1 2 ) (Preview) looking for your best pix of your car/truck ride where ever what ever	31 Blackrat	89	17035	Apr 12, 2015 by hotroddonnie
	Any Ontario Rodders near Kanata? (Preview) Wondering if there's anyone that can check out a car for me. If you can, please send me a pm. It's a heck of a ride from Windsor if the car isn't as stated.	Ragtop	12	1142	Apr 11, 2015 by Moobster
	Stirling 2015 (Preview) Who's going ? It's a nice layed back Flea Market with lots to see. "First Weekend of May".	RWW	22	1986	Apr 10, 2015 by Lightspeed Mike
	front brake conversion (Preview) Hello brothers would anyone have a idea what type of disc breaks these would be off of.I have a 68 galaxie 500 and some one has converted the front drums to disc.the outer pad has two pins that go through it and have retaining clips on the outer back of the caliper and the inner pad is held with a big clip that...	Twotone	8	1147	Apr 9, 2015 by Twotone
	Larry Dixon crash photos (Preview) http://markjrebilas.com/blog/?p=21971#more-21971	jarvis1	3	933	Apr 9, 2015 by Dakota
	TRUCKS & TRAILERS - What you need to know (Preview) Following is a brochure I picked up at last weekend's Motorama Show. I attended a couple of the seminars they offered and this one being about Towing. It was put on by a car enthusiast who just happens to be an officer with the Durham Regional Police Service's Regional Traffic Enforcement Unit. He c...	will	15	3019	Apr 9, 2015 by Candy-Man
	Need Rat Rod/Truck in Windsor/Detroit Area for Photoshoot (Preview) Hey All! Looking for someone who owns a rat rod / truck in the Windsor, Ontario or greater Detroit area. I would like to feature it in a promo shoot for an upcoming vintage motorcycle/car/truck ride in Windsor on Aug 16. All proceeds go to a local Windsor charity. Please DM me if you are interested!	CurtisM	0	811	Apr 8, 2015 by CurtisM
	Classic Car Appraisals - Does any one know any one good? (Preview) In the near future, I will be insuring my camaro as a classic, and because of this, the insurance wants a full appraisal for classic cars done. They require the appraisal papers and pictures of the vehicle's front, rear, interior, and engine compartment. Does anyone know of anyone trustworthy that...	66-67-88Chevy	23	3344	Apr 5, 2015 by 66-67-88Chevy
	April Fool's (Preview) Hey was that 67 Mustang fastback for $5 grand that showed up on KIJIJI this morning real or someone's idea of an April Fool's It looked in restorable condition and all there. The ad said it was in St Jacobs. Anyone else see it?	FALLSGUY1955	0	800	Apr 1, 2015 by FALLSGUY1955
	Old engines (Preview) https://theblock.com/news/chevrolet-performance-crate-engines-sema-2014	jarvis1	0	973	Mar 29, 2015 by jarvis1
	Need a safety in ottawa (Preview) Wheres a good (and lenient) place in the ottawa area to get a safety? I also need an appraisal as well. The car I bought was on the road when I bought it but probably needs some minor things but I don't want to have to pay to register it unfit and then pay again after I get it safetied. Kind of just want to do it al...	sawdustxdiamonds	6	986	Mar 29, 2015 by flatblack55delivery
	Were to buy the leading padels and a tinning butter in ontario (Preview) Hello brothers and sisters im looking for a place that sells all the products to do leading body work I know theres lots of places in America but cant find any were in Ontario or Canada	Twotone	12	2120	Mar 28, 2015 by Twotone
	Door rubbers/seals lube. What to use? (Preview) I installed new door rubbers and trunk seal last year just wondering what product you use to lube them so they seat better, not a big fan of slamming my doors. Thanks HRD.	hotroddonnie	16	1753	Mar 27, 2015 by johnod
	anyone see that 64 impala for sale last night on kijiji in the newmarket area? (Preview) 2 door hardtop non ss for 2500$ i called the guy he said the floors and trunk were solid no rust, 350 with a 4bbl on it and that it was on the road before the winter. he said he had 2 other calls while i was on the phone with him haha. it was taken down within a few hours. I trying to get someone I know in the area to g...	sawdustxdiamonds	0	1363	Mar 26, 2015 by sawdustxdiamonds
	Open Trailers, Ramp Trucks and Drag Racers (Preview) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79br00IHXVc&app=desktop	RWW	1	930	Mar 26, 2015 by wuga
	PRO COMP (Preview) Has anyone here had any experience with Pro Comp brand HEI distributors. Good. Bad, Junk ?????	tc	3	802	Mar 25, 2015 by entourageguy
	Mustang II IFS- Who makes the best? (Preview) The new chassis for my 1940 Ford pickup is in need of a Must II IFS. I've searched most of the manufacturers' websites and various forums. So far, I've searched Heidt's, TCI, Streetrod Engineering, Chassis Engineering, Art Morrison, Progressive Automotive, Welder Series. I need a hub to hub kit wit...	36couper	11	1576	Mar 25, 2015 by wuga
	Bringing parts across the boarder (Preview) Hi guy's can anyone tell me the actual deal about bringing parts across the boarder? I have done this several times when going to Florida and I just declare the $700 for my wife and I and on occasion when they had asked what I had to declare I told them Motorcycle or car parts and all has been good. Recentl...	V2addict	17	1429	Mar 25, 2015 by V2addict
	Air ride systems? Anyone running one? (Preview) Just wondering what size lines you are running with. I currently am using 1/2" and they are way too fast. Thinking of going to 1/4\| lines and wondering if anyone has any recommendations otherwise.	MarkM	9	952	Mar 25, 2015 by MarkM
	mopar question? (Preview) Which spindle match to swap to disccs brake on B body and can a full k member from near 77 to 79 dodge magnum be bolted to a63 B body to get disc brake	flatduck	11	1425	Mar 23, 2015 by flatduck
	Exporting a car to U.S. - ??? (Preview) Posting for a friend. -- Looking for information, recommendations, experiences, suggestions, etc. on selling a vehicle into the U.S. I know there are carriers that will pick up and deliver, but will they do ALL the paper work that is required for the border? Maybe he should use a separate brok...	will	13	1519	Mar 23, 2015 by slim
	Carpet (Preview) Does anyone know where to buy rolls of auto carpet? I need to redo the carpet in the back of my Jimmy and my searches are coming up with places that sell molded replacement carpet.	Grumper	6	1137	Mar 20, 2015 by toomuchjunk
	anybody experience wrap (Preview) anybody ever try wrap for cars does it really do what they say come off easy even after a few years , and would you consider even trying or it s more like left to experience people	flatduck	11	1116	Mar 18, 2015 by flatduck
	not your every day auction (Preview) http://www.bidspotter.com/en-us/auction-catalogues/timed/caterham/catalogue-id-caterham10000-- Edited by Smokin Joe on Tuesday 10th of March...	Smokin Joe	4	878	Mar 17, 2015 by 2drpost
	new addition to the fleet. (Preview) early part of may i have a real nice 67 chevelle coming. 427 tall deck 4 speed car.	studeshaker	22	1510	Mar 16, 2015 by shag766
	Whoo-hoo !! (Preview) Some gentleman by the name of Neil Trotter has sent me an Email, saying he's donated 1 million pounds to me. If he's talking about poop...I'd believe him. Jeez, these latest scam artists must be taking advanced stupidity classes. At least this guy has spell check on his computer, not like the Nigerian...	Sniper	6	1269	Mar 16, 2015 by shag766
	Waterdown the Early Years. ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I started attending in 74 and made near every one until it was moved. Rob Potter. -- Edited by ssphoto1 on Thursday 1st of January 2015 09:47:21 PM	ssphoto1	91	7575	Mar 14, 2015 by BAJ
	Brown Brothers (Preview) Originally I did not want to ask this question on the open forum for fear of it being somehow rude. I sent a PM to Jeff Norwell about it but did not hear back and that could be because I did something wrong with the PM process. So here goes. A number of years ago my friend Brooke DeShaw passed away. At the tim...	Offset	15	1803	Mar 12, 2015 by 36couper
	On sale this week at Princess Auto ... Chamberlain® Air, Power, and Lighting Garage Power Station (Preview) $30 off ... $49.99 ... currently listed at $129.99 at Lowes ... I just got tired of having to top up the air in my tires ... the last time being -20 degrees trying to balance on a pile of snow/ice to add air to the tires at a service station ... at $1 for a air hose that was filthy ... Not sure how long it wil...	DavidP	3	1725	Mar 10, 2015 by henry
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