General Car Talk

will · will

There are lots of panel presentations going on at this weekend's Motorama Show. Following is the link to one that may be of interest to Ontario Rodder members as the legal, Insurance, MTO and MOE topics have been talked about here to great length. http://www.motoramashow.com/legal-pit-stop/

will · will

This will be great! http://www.motoramashow.com/john-petrie/

31 Blackrat · 31 Blackrat

haven't posted here in a while but I no there is some wiring gurus here so I am looking for some help wiring my 89 gmc tilt column for signals and hazards, brake lights, got the headlights and taillights through the original headlight switch, I got the concept of how the flashers work,but I need help with...

dualquadpete · dualquadpete

My neighbours son had his Drivers test REFUSED because the check engine light was on in his Dad's vehicle!!! Anyone heard of this happening??? Apparently if any warning lights are on, the vehicle is deemed UNSAFE!!!!!

Cat in the Hat · Cat in the Hat

No busch at Daytona this year LMFAO Kurt is suspended for domestic abuse Kyle broke his leg and foot today yup. No busch in daytona

JPB · JPB

http://www.businesssellcanada.com/43213001.htm This is a money maker,in the right operational hands.

MarkM · MarkM

I'm looking to get a seat reupholstered in leather, a bit of stitch work and maybe a headliner. Anyone have someone that does this sort of thing in my neck of the woods?

studeshaker · studeshaker

anyone know of a good octane boost that's available locally [ peterborough area ] ? i had been contemplating using toluene. 11-1 cr with iron heads. it runs on 94 but i would like a little insurance if the fuel quality deteriorates.

Ragtop · Ragtop

[URL=http://s110.photobucket.com/user/47convert/media/T%20for%20Too%20and%20Johns%2033_zpsbb8nxwgf.jpg.html][IMG]https://i110....

teejay99 · teejay99

http://www.ford-trucks.com/articles/happens-hit-2015-f-150-sledgehammer/?fbford-- Edited by teejay99 on Monday 9th of February 2015 08:42:36 PM -- Edited by teejay99 on Monday 9th of February 2015 08:42:56 PM

GearHeadDiver · GearHeadDiver

Anyone here have any experience with the aluminum rads on Eb@y for an A with a flathead? Even the ones sold in the US, I suspect are all made in China......lol....because they all use the same (or similar) pictures. Price is great....but how's the quality??? Any personal experience appreciated....

TIREDIRN · TIREDIRN

Check out these Russian dash cams! http://www.youtube.com/embed/5RAaW_1FzYg?autoplay=1&modestbranding=1&rel=0&s

meester_jamie · meester_jamie

There is an article in the national post , thursday feb 19 .. Judge nixes 'outrages' sale by ALzheimers patient. Ok,, I understand taking advantage of someone is a bad thing,, no doubt about it! .. but this article goes on to say the neighbor bought a 1931 ford model A truck ,, restored by the late husband...

Smokin Joe · Smokin Joe

http://www.macsmotorcitygarage.com/2015/01/26/video-cruising-sunset-boulevard-in-1963/

Redneck · Redneck

has anybody hear if lucky seven has gone out of busines?

hemikev · hemikev

Found this today , its a 4 bbl version ,, does any 1 know the application , kool old piece , dont see them every day

sawdustxdiamonds · sawdustxdiamonds

hey guys, anyone know if interior door panels out of a 63 4 door sedan will fit in a 64 sedan? thanks.

VirgilHilts · VirgilHilts

http://www.caradvice.com.au/157680/studebaker-planning-a-comeback/

will · will

Jeff Norwell wins the Blue Ribbon at Cobble Beach Concours Show

comrick317 · comrick317

I have a thing for Mavericks, Comets and car club logos. I thought to help get through the Winter a little bit and the fact the Spring is just around the corner, i thought a thread on car club logos would be kinda cool. Got any.......... i do. Post 'em if you got them. NMCC logo reworked. Another versio...

hotroddonnie · hotroddonnie

I finally ended up with these Fenton's 15x3.5. A group of us guys have been trading these rims back and forth for a few years, I already had them once! Well yesterday I ended up with them again and decided to take them to the next level. I took them over to Heavy Metals in Barrie for polishing. When th...

DJD · DJD

http://www.curbsideclassic.com/automotive-histories/automotive-history-the-short-and-odd-life-of-the-two-door-station-wagon/

mike · mike

Does anyone know we're I can pick up a king pin reamer. I know I can take everything and get it done at a shop but I have plans on doing it a few times so it would be nice to have

Bryan · Bryan

A few cars seen along the side of the road during a road trip to California

teejay99 · teejay99

I was in retail sales for many , many years , and from time to time I would ask customers about their first car especially if they were from my generation ( baby boomer ) . It seemed that even if the first car was trouble , the people would still laugh about it and start talking about all the good times they ha...

Seeker1056 · Seeker1056

So I am at the clean and polish stage of my build and am looking for suggestions on the best wax - that doesn't require serious elbow grease or power tools. my experiences with wax is that the vehicle becomes a dust magnet too so I am also looking to buy one of those car duster brushes - hopefully in the Pete...

Smokin Joe · Smokin Joe

Remember the 60 cars found on that French farm well they were auctioned off Friday I believe the black Ferrari that was covered in books sold for $18,000,000. Here is a link to some of the prices. Some people have more money than ......... It must be a status symbol for what you spend on a car and have it r...

will · will

http://gardnergalleries.com/online-diecast-vintage-toys-auction

teejay99 · teejay99

http://www.macsmotorcitygarage.com/2015/01/26/video-cruising-sunset-boulevard-in-1963/#more-43501

67c10 · 67c10

Lets see under those hoods. Its my favorite part of every vehicle. Mine first lol. I have to finish wiring and plumbing still buthope to hear it fire up this weekend.

jarvis1 · jarvis1

http://www.crafty-b.net/products/lights.php?gallery=8&mode=slideshow

Smokin Joe · Smokin Joe

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQfZY5rvXX0&feature=youtu.be

jarvis1 · jarvis1

http://www.uncommonengineering.com/

heater63 · heater63

Maybe someone can dumb it down a bit and explain how I can post pics full size. I usually only use my android smart phone. Thanks in advance Heath

teejay99 · teejay99

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfP9k_d2Mg8 Don't know if any of you have seen this video of a D/A Ford Probe ......remember it wasn't long ago that the lower class Altereds were usually an old 30's Ford , engine set back , running in the 9's . This bad boy runs 7's !! The video is in two parts on the s...

TIME TRAVELLER · TIME TRAVELLER

Good video for you gasser fans. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9ZBTqayb1U

will · will

Can anyone recommend a company or person who can do a color change on vinyl seats? I have a Maverick bucket seat interior that I am putting in my Maverick, but I want the color changed. There are some franchises like Fibrenew & ColorGlo that advertise they do this work, but I would like to hear from s...

heater63 · heater63

Completely bias opinion but a very excellent way to spend 9 minutes http://youtu.be/XEvHWHoCRUk

dualquadpete · dualquadpete

I've been thinking about one of those cars in the "project" thread!! I called the gentleman & he is selling it for "unpaid storage" Hasn't heard from owner since 2002. When i transfered the ownership on the trailer yesterday, I asked the lady at Services Ontario [lic offic...

Homer · Homer

Talking with a fellow today and he said that he cannot get insurance for his car because he has a roll bar in the car. Does any body know who will insure the car with a roll bar. Homer

hotroddonnie · hotroddonnie

Paid a small visit to the engine builder. Took a picture of how its coming, nothing bolted on but the inside stroker kit is complete. Carbs are just for show mine wont be in till next week. I wanted the older look so the aluminum heads were prepped and painted. I had the Headers redone from the white. A...

teejay99 · teejay99

I hate commercials and usually hit the mute button , or leave the room for a few minutes , but SUBARU has a dog commercial featuring a family of dogs driving a new Subaru ....it's absolutely a MUST WATCH . Here's the good news , if you let the first You Tube video ( called In the Dog House ) run it's entire len...

Don · Don

Since I was pretty sure I was going to retire driving my rail after Saturday I started a picture of my last adventure with it. After my accident it got put on hold so any who can finish it with pics please do. Anyway here goes. I awoke early. Needed something That's better

Rustynuts · Rustynuts

I stopped at the grocery store and when I came out turned the key and a click then lost all power in the truck. So opened the hood to check battery terminals...all tight.....standing there for 1-2 minutes then the engine bay hood light comes on....closed the hood and it started right up. now its back in...

hotroddonnie · hotroddonnie

Just received my copy of Old Autos and John Willoughby's T Bird Deuce is all over page 20A. Nice write up Will. HRD -- Edited by hotroddonnie on Tuesday 20th of January 2015 05:25:12 PM

Rustynuts · Rustynuts

Have had a coolant leak on the 5.7 chevy that was from the intake manifold right beside the thermostat housing. Coolant was pooling there. There was a threaded stud for a ground on the manifold bolt. I remember tightening that stud up a few mths ago. So last night I removed the stud and replaced it with a b...

classsic · classsic

Spent a day last weekend drivin' to Neil Candies Hot Rod Shop to get some louvers punched.... and they look fabulous. Great guy with a great shop. If you need work he's the guy! Wish I needed more work just to visit.

flintstone · flintstone

Now this is a real engine

Ratmotor · Ratmotor

My friend is looking to buy back a 47 Mercury truck that his dad built years ago. The builder was Gord Badger who has recently passed away. He was a vendor at Burls Creek. The family would like to have it back as a reminder of their dad. Any info please let me know! Thanks.

teejay99 · teejay99

Be honest , most of us can't resist a peek , at least . I usually watch for the first 2 days or so , before the drunk millionaires take over with 200k bids for Volkswagon mini-buses and such . I also try to avoid the sea of Camaros , Chevelles and Mustangs and settle on the more interesting stuff . T -- Ed...

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	Motorama Legal Panel Presentation (Preview) There are lots of panel presentations going on at this weekend's Motorama Show. Following is the link to one that may be of interest to Ontario Rodder members as the legal, Insurance, MTO and MOE topics have been talked about here to great length. http://www.motoramashow.com/legal-pit-stop/	will	1	880	Mar 9, 2015 by TIME TRAVELLER
	Canadian drag racing legend John Petrie to appear and display vehicles at Motorama (Preview) This will be great! http://www.motoramashow.com/john-petrie/	will	0	697	Mar 9, 2015 by will
	89ish gm steering column (Preview) haven't posted here in a while but I no there is some wiring gurus here so I am looking for some help wiring my 89 gmc tilt column for signals and hazards, brake lights, got the headlights and taillights through the original headlight switch, I got the concept of how the flashers work,but I need help with...	31 Blackrat	7	2238	Mar 8, 2015 by 31 Blackrat
	Driver test REFUSED (Preview) My neighbours son had his Drivers test REFUSED because the check engine light was on in his Dad's vehicle!!! Anyone heard of this happening??? Apparently if any warning lights are on, the vehicle is deemed UNSAFE!!!!!	dualquadpete	20	4792	Mar 7, 2015 by dualquadpete
	You cant find Busch at Daytona ! (Preview) No busch at Daytona this year LMFAO Kurt is suspended for domestic abuse Kyle broke his leg and foot today yup. No busch in daytona	Cat in the Hat	26	1637	Mar 6, 2015 by Offset
	KOTN for sale (Preview) http://www.businesssellcanada.com/43213001.htm This is a money maker,in the right operational hands.	JPB	4	1062	Mar 5, 2015 by meester_jamie
	Who does interior in Ottawa area? (Preview) I'm looking to get a seat reupholstered in leather, a bit of stitch work and maybe a headliner. Anyone have someone that does this sort of thing in my neck of the woods?	MarkM	6	1399	Mar 5, 2015 by slim
	octane boost. (Preview) anyone know of a good octane boost that's available locally [ peterborough area ] ? i had been contemplating using toluene. 11-1 cr with iron heads. it runs on 94 but i would like a little insurance if the fuel quality deteriorates.	studeshaker	13	1263	Mar 3, 2015 by Torquewar
	No snowmobile! (Preview) [URL=http://s110.photobucket.com/user/47convert/media/T%20for%20Too%20and%20Johns%2033_zpsbb8nxwgf.jpg.html][IMG]https://i110....	Ragtop	3	929	Mar 3, 2015 by Gwillyville Kid
	Wondering About the 2015 Aluminum Ford F 150 (Preview) http://www.ford-trucks.com/articles/happens-hit-2015-f-150-sledgehammer/?fbford-- Edited by teejay99 on Monday 9th of February 2015 08:42:36 PM -- Edited by teejay99 on Monday 9th of February 2015 08:42:56 PM	teejay99	19	1401	Mar 3, 2015 by Gwillyville Kid
	Aluminum rads on Eb@y for flathead? (Preview) Anyone here have any experience with the aluminum rads on Eb@y for an A with a flathead? Even the ones sold in the US, I suspect are all made in China......lol....because they all use the same (or similar) pictures. Price is great....but how's the quality??? Any personal experience appreciated....	GearHeadDiver	14	2040	Feb 28, 2015 by cheyenne
	Russian Drivers (Preview) Check out these Russian dash cams! http://www.youtube.com/embed/5RAaW_1FzYg?autoplay=1&modestbranding=1&rel=0&s	TIREDIRN	5	774	Feb 27, 2015 by henry
	Have you ever gotten a really good deal? (Preview) There is an article in the national post , thursday feb 19 .. Judge nixes 'outrages' sale by ALzheimers patient. Ok,, I understand taking advantage of someone is a bad thing,, no doubt about it! .. but this article goes on to say the neighbor bought a 1931 ford model A truck ,, restored by the late husband...	meester_jamie	20	2059	Feb 27, 2015 by flatblack55delivery
	great video (Preview) http://www.macsmotorcitygarage.com/2015/01/26/video-cruising-sunset-boulevard-in-1963/	Smokin Joe	3	679	Feb 26, 2015 by DJD
	Lucky seven hot rods (Preview) has anybody hear if lucky seven has gone out of busines?	Redneck	13	1520	Feb 24, 2015 by Kent
	Paxton supercharger air box ??????? (Preview) Found this today , its a 4 bbl version ,, does any 1 know the application , kool old piece , dont see them every day	hemikev	12	2010	Feb 24, 2015 by slim
	1964 impala question (Preview) hey guys, anyone know if interior door panels out of a 63 4 door sedan will fit in a 64 sedan? thanks.	sawdustxdiamonds	1	523	Feb 21, 2015 by jarvis1
	Studebaker is coming back! slightly O/T (Preview) http://www.caradvice.com.au/157680/studebaker-planning-a-comeback/	VirgilHilts	12	2071	Feb 18, 2015 by jarvis1
	Jeff Norwell at Cobble Beach (Preview) Jeff Norwell wins the Blue Ribbon at Cobble Beach Concours Show	will	10	1529	Feb 17, 2015 by meester_jamie
	Car club logos, got any? (Preview) I have a thing for Mavericks, Comets and car club logos. I thought to help get through the Winter a little bit and the fact the Spring is just around the corner, i thought a thread on car club logos would be kinda cool. Got any.......... i do. Post 'em if you got them. NMCC logo reworked. Another versio...	comrick317	12	2212	Feb 17, 2015 by JPB
	Rare Gyro Fenton's 15x3.5 (Preview) I finally ended up with these Fenton's 15x3.5. A group of us guys have been trading these rims back and forth for a few years, I already had them once! Well yesterday I ended up with them again and decided to take them to the next level. I took them over to Heavy Metals in Barrie for polishing. When th...	hotroddonnie	11	967	Feb 16, 2015 by wuga
	2 door wagons (Preview) http://www.curbsideclassic.com/automotive-histories/automotive-history-the-short-and-odd-life-of-the-two-door-station-wagon/	DJD	16	1751	Feb 14, 2015 by Sacotu
	king pin reamer (Preview) Does anyone know we're I can pick up a king pin reamer. I know I can take everything and get it done at a shop but I have plans on doing it a few times so it would be nice to have	mike	2	792	Feb 13, 2015 by mike
	A few pic's of cars along the way (Preview) A few cars seen along the side of the road during a road trip to California	Bryan	6	1046	Feb 12, 2015 by Iwannagofast
	You First Car ( or Truck ) (Preview) I was in retail sales for many , many years , and from time to time I would ask customers about their first car especially if they were from my generation ( baby boomer ) . It seemed that even if the first car was trouble , the people would still laugh about it and start talking about all the good times they ha...	teejay99	46	2420	Feb 11, 2015 by studeshaker
	car cleaning care (Preview) So I am at the clean and polish stage of my build and am looking for suggestions on the best wax - that doesn't require serious elbow grease or power tools. my experiences with wax is that the vehicle becomes a dust magnet too so I am also looking to buy one of those car duster brushes - hopefully in the Pete...	Seeker1056	24	1352	Feb 10, 2015 by GhostPost
	Barn find auction (Preview) Remember the 60 cars found on that French farm well they were auctioned off Friday I believe the black Ferrari that was covered in books sold for $18,000,000. Here is a link to some of the prices. Some people have more money than ......... It must be a status symbol for what you spend on a car and have it r...	Smokin Joe	2	996	Feb 9, 2015 by bmw2002e3
	Any one interested in Diecast and Vintage Toys - on line Auction (Preview) http://gardnergalleries.com/online-diecast-vintage-toys-auction	will	2	795	Feb 8, 2015 by flatduck
	Nice Leisurely Drive ....in 1963 , Sunset Blvd . (Preview) http://www.macsmotorcitygarage.com/2015/01/26/video-cruising-sunset-boulevard-in-1963/#more-43501	teejay99	5	1167	Feb 8, 2015 by teejay99
	LETS SEE YOUR ENGINE BAYS ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Lets see under those hoods. Its my favorite part of every vehicle. Mine first lol. I have to finish wiring and plumbing still buthope to hear it fire up this weekend.	67c10	63	4001	Feb 7, 2015 by Rochie
	For your viewing pleasure (Preview) http://www.crafty-b.net/products/lights.php?gallery=8&mode=slideshow	jarvis1	3	789	Feb 7, 2015 by shag766
	Watch where you park your ride (Preview) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQfZY5rvXX0&feature=youtu.be	Smokin Joe	4	953	Feb 6, 2015 by Fordy Acres Car Farm
	Flathead Fords and Hudsons (Preview) http://www.uncommonengineering.com/	jarvis1	5	744	Feb 5, 2015 by Dick Kirkpatrick
	help posting pics (Preview) Maybe someone can dumb it down a bit and explain how I can post pics full size. I usually only use my android smart phone. Thanks in advance Heath	heater63	3	646	Feb 4, 2015 by 427CARL
	One Bad Small Block Ford (Preview) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfP9k_d2Mg8 Don't know if any of you have seen this video of a D/A Ford Probe ......remember it wasn't long ago that the lower class Altereds were usually an old 30's Ford , engine set back , running in the 9's . This bad boy runs 7's !! The video is in two parts on the s...	teejay99	1	821	Feb 4, 2015 by sasquatch
	GASSER VIDEO (Preview) Good video for you gasser fans. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9ZBTqayb1U	TIME TRAVELLER	8	1013	Feb 4, 2015 by Iwannagofast
	Vinyl seats color change? (Preview) Can anyone recommend a company or person who can do a color change on vinyl seats? I have a Maverick bucket seat interior that I am putting in my Maverick, but I want the color changed. There are some franchises like Fibrenew & ColorGlo that advertise they do this work, but I would like to hear from s...	will	20	2333	Feb 1, 2015 by Oscar
	As some video (Preview) Completely bias opinion but a very excellent way to spend 9 minutes http://youtu.be/XEvHWHoCRUk	heater63	6	761	Jan 29, 2015 by heater63
	Buying a car w/no ownership!! ( 1 2 ) (Preview) I've been thinking about one of those cars in the "project" thread!! I called the gentleman & he is selling it for "unpaid storage" Hasn't heard from owner since 2002. When i transfered the ownership on the trailer yesterday, I asked the lady at Services Ontario [lic offic...	dualquadpete	56	46689	Jan 27, 2015 by parklane
	Insurance with a roll bar (Preview) Talking with a fellow today and he said that he cannot get insurance for his car because he has a roll bar in the car. Does any body know who will insure the car with a roll bar. Homer	Homer	25	4835	Jan 27, 2015 by flatblack55delivery
	Small update on my 57. (Preview) Paid a small visit to the engine builder. Took a picture of how its coming, nothing bolted on but the inside stroker kit is complete. Carbs are just for show mine wont be in till next week. I wanted the older look so the aluminum heads were prepped and painted. I had the Headers redone from the white. A...	hotroddonnie	5	859	Jan 26, 2015 by Fordy Acres Car Farm
	If you like Dogs , and Dog Commercials .... (Preview) I hate commercials and usually hit the mute button , or leave the room for a few minutes , but SUBARU has a dog commercial featuring a family of dogs driving a new Subaru ....it's absolutely a MUST WATCH . Here's the good news , if you let the first You Tube video ( called In the Dog House ) run it's entire len...	teejay99	7	1353	Jan 24, 2015 by teejay99
	A day at the Picton Armdrop Drags, sept 2014 (Preview) Since I was pretty sure I was going to retire driving my rail after Saturday I started a picture of my last adventure with it. After my accident it got put on hold so any who can finish it with pics please do. Anyway here goes. I awoke early. Needed something That's better	Don	21	2134	Jan 24, 2015 by Moobster
	just turned 300,000 km then............... (Preview) I stopped at the grocery store and when I came out turned the key and a click then lost all power in the truck. So opened the hood to check battery terminals...all tight.....standing there for 1-2 minutes then the engine bay hood light comes on....closed the hood and it started right up. now its back in...	Rustynuts	16	1380	Jan 24, 2015 by poncho62
	Old Autos and the T Bird Deuce (Preview) Just received my copy of Old Autos and John Willoughby's T Bird Deuce is all over page 20A. Nice write up Will. HRD -- Edited by hotroddonnie on Tuesday 20th of January 2015 05:25:12 PM	hotroddonnie	13	1380	Jan 22, 2015 by Jeff Norwell
	I got lucky! (Preview) Have had a coolant leak on the 5.7 chevy that was from the intake manifold right beside the thermostat housing. Coolant was pooling there. There was a threaded stud for a ground on the manifold bolt. I remember tightening that stud up a few mths ago. So last night I removed the stud and replaced it with a b...	Rustynuts	8	1131	Jan 22, 2015 by 51 Styline
	Thanks to the Candy man (Preview) Spent a day last weekend drivin' to Neil Candies Hot Rod Shop to get some louvers punched.... and they look fabulous. Great guy with a great shop. If you need work he's the guy! Wish I needed more work just to visit.	classsic	4	834	Jan 20, 2015 by classsic
	engine (Preview) Now this is a real engine	flintstone	15	1265	Jan 19, 2015 by flintstone
	Looking for a white 1947 Mercury 1/2 ton out of Parry Sound. (Preview) My friend is looking to buy back a 47 Mercury truck that his dad built years ago. The builder was Gord Badger who has recently passed away. He was a vendor at Burls Creek. The family would like to have it back as a reminder of their dad. Any info please let me know! Thanks.	Ratmotor	1	1070	Jan 19, 2015 by Lightspeed Mike
	Barrett-Jackson is upon us , anybody watching ? (Preview) Be honest , most of us can't resist a peek , at least . I usually watch for the first 2 days or so , before the drunk millionaires take over with 200k bids for Volkswagon mini-buses and such . I also try to avoid the sea of Camaros , Chevelles and Mustangs and settle on the more interesting stuff . T -- Ed...	teejay99	37	2046	Jan 19, 2015 by teejay99
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