General Car Talk

studeshaker · studeshaker

after not having a points race at shannonville in 2014 there is one set for june 13 2015.

Rustynuts · Rustynuts

left work driving the 90 chevy 4x4 and just as I was outta town doing 70-80 km I heard a big bang like a tire had blown. Then it was pulling to the right. Stopped and got out looking for a blown tire and nothing. Got in and drove foreward....rt front wheel was locked up so to get off the hwy I slide the truck on t...

wolfman1 · wolfman1

Congrats on the cover Donnie

will · will

Do you recognize this car? This injected Anglia was campaigned in Southern, ON by Wayne Hartley, Frank Jensen and Mike Smith back in the late 1960s and ran at St. Thomas, Windsor and Grand Bend. This photo appeared recently on the ELTA Facebook page and the thread led to a discussion on where that car is...

mailerguy1 · mailerguy1

I was on kijiji and found a 700 r4 for a good price but I have'nt heard of Tuff Transmission Has anyone and what is their rep? thanks in advance .

BAMBAM · BAMBAM

Where can I pick up a flexible sanding block in KW area???

Ragtop · Ragtop

I've built a lot of Hot Rods in the last 50+ years and never, ever have I had trouble get a car running and keeping it running right like I've had with this T coupe of mine. I won't go into all the various problems that have come up but nothing has been because of something I have personally done wrong. Let me a...

Cat in the Hat · Cat in the Hat

Thanks to all who stopped by last night and made the 8th annual shop party a huge success. Over 100 great car people made it out! thanks to all

bmw2002e3 · bmw2002e3

To pay for my car habit, I have been in the IT field for 17ish years now. I'm starting to hate it, recently worked something like 30 straight hours on a network migration, and at the end of the thing, the only thing anyone could tell was there was a different model core switch in the network closet. But, a fe...

comrick317 · comrick317

Anything new in the classic car world, i myself will soon be getting ready to plan out the the 10th Anniversary NRMCC Maverick Comet meet and greet car show and Mountain Cruise 4. Planned date is August 2015 in Mississauga. All years Mavericks and Comets welcome........ 1960 to 1977 or come on out if...

jarvis1 · jarvis1

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/arti...-junkyard.html

bmw2002e3 · bmw2002e3

Has anyone run into one of these? During my full re-wire, I pulled the ignition switch. It's got this thick conduit on the part that goes over to the coil. The wire is a little frayed and I'd like to replace it. I can't see an obvious way to remove the conduit to replace this wire. Doesn't pull off or unscr...

Windsor · Windsor

Hey guys. Not sure where to post this, oh well. I'm trying to work out a deal for some wheels located in savannah Georgia. Is anyone going through or passing by this area In the upcoming future? Maybe we can work something out. Let me know. Pm or post

427CARL · 427CARL

> >> LEARNING SOMETHING > > A "SHOT" OF WHISKEY > In the old west a .45 cartridge for a six-gun cost 12 cents, so did a glass of whiskey. If a cowhand was low on cash he would often give the bartender a cartridge in exchange for a drink. This became known as a "shot...

Scottdawson · Scottdawson

First of all thanks for letting me join your forum. I've been nosing around one here for awhile and finally decided to join. I'm trying to find a car that my father had. It was a 70 roadrunner in plum crazy purple with white interior. Air grabber hood 383 and a 4 speed Pistol grip with buckets. It was sold to...

Ragtop · Ragtop

Got this a while back from O'Brien. Finally painted it and hung it on the coupe

will · will

Following is a note from Steve Plunkett about what he has planned for next years Car Show. It is one of the very best Canadian out door car shows you will ever attend. Hope to see you there. John On Monday, December 22, 2014 9:52 PM, Steve Plunkett Hi folks, just wanted to give you an update on what's in...

427CARL · 427CARL

jarvis1 · jarvis1

Have a great New Year everyone. May you make progress on all those unfinished projects.

dodgy canuck · dodgy canuck

I was talking with some guys this summer about a guy that does upholstery in Rockwood. Does anyone know who it is and ha email contact information? I am looking to have the benchseats done for my Nova.

Rustynuts · Rustynuts

and my 90 chevy stepside daily driver becomes an antique.....! doesn't look like an antique to me.

hotroddonnie · hotroddonnie

Looking for someone that does old school hand lettering someone good! If you've used them and your happy give a name! I've heard of different guys over the years but never had a need for one. Thanks HRD.

hotrod-steve · hotrod-steve

So I put my engine on kijiji and got an immediate response. The guy offered to pay the asking price by money order,didnt ask any questions about the engine,but wanted to send extra money so I could pay the shipping. I politely declined the deal because he would not take care of the shipping side of it. He w...

66-67-88Chevy · 66-67-88Chevy

So most of the people on here have probably been through the eighties, and had to deal with the sports cars with no cup holders. Our school recently got a CNC Plasma Cutter and Auto Cad programs, so I took adventage of the oppurtinity. This plate I made replaces the stock ash tray infront of my shifter a...

bmw2002e3 · bmw2002e3

Hey Everyone. Merry Christmas, Thought of the whole lot of you when I saw this. Beats reindeer any day of the week. :)

shag766 · shag766

Subject: The husband's dilemmaToo good NOT to forward! A man and his ever-nagging wife went on vacation to Jerusalem . While they were there, the wife passed away. The undertaker told the husband, "You can have her shipped home for £5,000, or you can bury her here, in the Holy Land , for £150.&q...

shag766 · shag766

One day, a shy gentleman was preparing to board a plane when he heard that the Pope was on the same flight. "This is exciting," thought the gentleman. "I've always been a big fan of the Pope. Perhaps I'll be able to see him in person.” Suddenly, the man realized his seat was right next...

v8deuce · v8deuce

Well sorta,my job has changed and since I don't need the big 1 ton pick-up anymore I went out shopping and came back with a new Ram 1500 4x4 with the Fiat diesel for power. These have been run in europe for a few years and a couple years here in the Jeep grand cherokee, there are a few around work here so I decid...

69SS454 · 69SS454

http://vimeo.com/113158655 When they crank the handle turn up the volume 100 years ago, this FIAT S76 had two claims to fame. It held the world record for the fastest land speed and still has the largest car engine ever built. Duncan Pittaway of Southwestern England has spent decades lovingly res...

FYN RYD Customs · FYN RYD Customs

I would like to get some Input on an idea that I've been tossing around. When it comes to hot rod builds, the part that scares most people is body work and paint. I have thought about offering an auto body training course at my shop in Oshawa, and would like to see if there is any ideas or opinions related t...

Bob T · Bob T

I had chrome plating done by them several years ago. Has anyone recent experience with this company ?

SoulMoo · SoulMoo

Does anyone recall the "The Fantasy" ...What I think I know is.... around in the late 70s ...it was purple with airbrushed murals ( women riding pegasus on the hood)....a camaro...it think the same guy ran the "The Whiskey Peddler" in the 80s, not sure if it was the same car. I wa...

henrys57wagon · henrys57wagon

I tried doing a search on here. Does anyone license their dolly, what about brakes?

Jeff Norwell · Jeff Norwell

Dave posted a pic of my truck back in 59…. He mentioned he would send it to me…. boy… what an early Christmas gift!!!!!.. he sent me a TON of his personal photos.Dave is a STAND UP GUY and a wealth of info. THANK YOU Dave I will post these for the group. RAD…... [URL=http://s132.photobucket.com/user...

manic mechanic · manic mechanic

new member with a fresh topic : looking for history on my recent purchase . Truck is on page 89, top right of January30/11 issue of CANADIAN HOT RODS. 1937 flat black chevrolet truck named "HELLS BELLE" Was at Wrenchbenders August 4th event in 2010. I presume it was built in/around Ontario...

shag766 · shag766

Repairing Hearts & Getting Older A mechanic was removing a cylinder head from the motor of a Harley motorcycle when he spotted a well-known heart surgeon in his shop. The surgeon was there, waiting for the service manager to come and take a look at his bike. The mechanic shouted across the garag...

will · will

jonny z · jonny z

HI ALL, looking for a good place to get speed parts for my flattie or if anyone got some good bits for one.

shag766 · shag766

: HORTH WITHPERER A bloke calls his mate, the horse breeder, and says he's sending a friend over to look at a horse. His mate asks, 'How will I recognize him?' 'That's easy; he's a dwarf with a speech impediment.' So, the dwarf shows up, and the breeder asks him if he's looking for a male or fem...

will · will

http://driving.ca/ford/shelby/auto-news/news/canada-gets-its-first-full-service-shelby-dealership

GhostPost · GhostPost

http://driving.ca/ford/shelby/auto-news/news/canada-gets-its-first-full-service-shelby-dealership

jarvis1 · jarvis1

http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/nvn/cto/4745159821.html

Jerry · Jerry

Has anyone bought anything from autopartsobsolete in Pennsylvania or Obsolete Automotive in Point Edward and if so how honest are they.

3FORDS · 3FORDS

A fellow Rodder had his car stolen from the parking lot of the Guelph Holiday Inn between Sunday evening July 27 and Monday morning July 28. We have two reports that the car MAY have still been there at 5:45 - 6:00 a.m. Monday morning. If you see this car or potentially parts that might have come from this c...

truckerbud · truckerbud

MEERY CHRISTMAS TO EVERYONE AND THERE FFFAMILYS

Gwillyville Kid · Gwillyville Kid

Interesting reading. From latest "Rod Authority" newsletter. the Kid http://www.rodauthority.com/news/four-charged-with-classic-car-conspiracy-face-20-years-in-prison/Four Charged With Classic Car Conspiracy, Face 20 years In Prison By John Gibsonposted on...

Nickeleye · Nickeleye

https://grrc.goodwood.com/race/historic/28-5-litre-fiat-s76-runs-first-time-100-years

Dubya31 · Dubya31

Big thanks to Jeff Norwell for the killer art work and Ken Brock from RODTEES for bringing it to life on my new shirts. Just perfect guys.

shag766 · shag766

SIMPLE TRUTH 1: Lovers help each other undress before sex. However after sex, they always dress on their own. Simple Truth: In life, no one helps you once you're screwed. SIMPLE TRUTH 2: When a lady is pregnant, all her friends touch her stomach and say, "Congrats". But, none of them t...

Gwillyville Kid · Gwillyville Kid

http://www.nhra.com/story/2014/11/28/armstrong-passes/

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	O.N.D.R. at shannonville. (Preview) after not having a points race at shannonville in 2014 there is one set for june 13 2015.	studeshaker	1	656	Jan 18, 2015 by fleet 51
	had a big problem last night............ (Preview) left work driving the 90 chevy 4x4 and just as I was outta town doing 70-80 km I heard a big bang like a tire had blown. Then it was pulling to the right. Stopped and got out looking for a blown tire and nothing. Got in and drove foreward....rt front wheel was locked up so to get off the hwy I slide the truck on t...	Rustynuts	18	1727	Jan 18, 2015 by Rustynuts
	Congrats to Hotroddonnie (Preview) Congrats on the cover Donnie	wolfman1	29	1649	Jan 17, 2015 by Fordy Acres Car Farm
	Do you know anything about this car? (Preview) Do you recognize this car? This injected Anglia was campaigned in Southern, ON by Wayne Hartley, Frank Jensen and Mike Smith back in the late 1960s and ran at St. Thomas, Windsor and Grand Bend. This photo appeared recently on the ELTA Facebook page and the thread led to a discussion on where that car is...	will	4	1450	Jan 17, 2015 by 427CARL
	Has anyone heard of Tuff Transmission? (Preview) I was on kijiji and found a 700 r4 for a good price but I have'nt heard of Tuff Transmission Has anyone and what is their rep? thanks in advance .	mailerguy1	1	904	Jan 17, 2015 by teejay99
	FLEXIBLE SANDING BLOCK (Preview) Where can I pick up a flexible sanding block in KW area???	BAMBAM	6	802	Jan 17, 2015 by Bradshaw
	The ongoing saga of how to keep this hot rod of mine running (Preview) I've built a lot of Hot Rods in the last 50+ years and never, ever have I had trouble get a car running and keeping it running right like I've had with this T coupe of mine. I won't go into all the various problems that have come up but nothing has been because of something I have personally done wrong. Let me a...	Ragtop	28	1820	Jan 17, 2015 by Ragtop
	CAT IN THE HAT SHOP PARTY (Preview) Thanks to all who stopped by last night and made the 8th annual shop party a huge success. Over 100 great car people made it out! thanks to all	Cat in the Hat	21	2518	Jan 17, 2015 by Ninop69
	This is why I love working on cars. (Preview) To pay for my car habit, I have been in the IT field for 17ish years now. I'm starting to hate it, recently worked something like 30 straight hours on a network migration, and at the end of the thing, the only thing anyone could tell was there was a different model core switch in the network closet. But, a fe...	bmw2002e3	12	1656	Jan 15, 2015 by bmw2002e3
	Happy New Year and what's new in the classic car world? (Preview) Anything new in the classic car world, i myself will soon be getting ready to plan out the the 10th Anniversary NRMCC Maverick Comet meet and greet car show and Mountain Cruise 4. Planned date is August 2015 in Mississauga. All years Mavericks and Comets welcome........ 1960 to 1977 or come on out if...	comrick317	0	906	Jan 15, 2015 by comrick317
	Abandoned cars in Detroit (Preview) http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/arti...-junkyard.html	jarvis1	8	1565	Jan 14, 2015 by flatblack55delivery
	49 Mopar ignition switch (Preview) Has anyone run into one of these? During my full re-wire, I pulled the ignition switch. It's got this thick conduit on the part that goes over to the coil. The wire is a little frayed and I'd like to replace it. I can't see an obvious way to remove the conduit to replace this wire. Doesn't pull off or unscr...	bmw2002e3	5	862	Jan 13, 2015 by bmw2002e3
	Transportation help needed (Preview) Hey guys. Not sure where to post this, oh well. I'm trying to work out a deal for some wheels located in savannah Georgia. Is anyone going through or passing by this area In the upcoming future? Maybe we can work something out. Let me know. Pm or post	Windsor	0	762	Jan 13, 2015 by Windsor
	Did you know? (Preview) > >> LEARNING SOMETHING > > A "SHOT" OF WHISKEY > In the old west a .45 cartridge for a six-gun cost 12 cents, so did a glass of whiskey. If a cowhand was low on cash he would often give the bartender a cartridge in exchange for a drink. This became known as a "shot...	427CARL	6	990	Jan 9, 2015 by Gazoo
	Looking for my old roadrunner Roadrunner (Preview) First of all thanks for letting me join your forum. I've been nosing around one here for awhile and finally decided to join. I'm trying to find a car that my father had. It was a 70 roadrunner in plum crazy purple with white interior. Air grabber hood 383 and a 4 speed Pistol grip with buckets. It was sold to...	Scottdawson	9	1177	Jan 9, 2015 by teejay99
	newest addition to the T (Preview) Got this a while back from O'Brien. Finally painted it and hung it on the coupe	Ragtop	4	884	Jan 3, 2015 by 77
	Fleetwood Country Cruize-in -- June 6 - 7, 2015 (Preview) Following is a note from Steve Plunkett about what he has planned for next years Car Show. It is one of the very best Canadian out door car shows you will ever attend. Hope to see you there. John On Monday, December 22, 2014 9:52 PM, Steve Plunkett Hi folks, just wanted to give you an update on what's in...	will	21	5332	Jan 3, 2015 by Northernforce
	Santa brought me new wheels (Preview)	427CARL	19	1636	Jan 1, 2015 by 427CARL
	Next year (Preview) Have a great New Year everyone. May you make progress on all those unfinished projects.	jarvis1	3	850	Jan 1, 2015 by 427CARL
	Upholstery in Rockwood? (Preview) I was talking with some guys this summer about a guy that does upholstery in Rockwood. Does anyone know who it is and ha email contact information? I am looking to have the benchseats done for my Nova.	dodgy canuck	1	888	Dec 28, 2014 by 427CARL
	less than a week to go...... (Preview) and my 90 chevy stepside daily driver becomes an antique.....! doesn't look like an antique to me.	Rustynuts	3	865	Dec 28, 2014 by 427CARL
	Old school hand lettering. (Preview) Looking for someone that does old school hand lettering someone good! If you've used them and your happy give a name! I've heard of different guys over the years but never had a need for one. Thanks HRD.	hotroddonnie	31	2667	Dec 28, 2014 by 51 Styline
	A new scam? (Preview) So I put my engine on kijiji and got an immediate response. The guy offered to pay the asking price by money order,didnt ask any questions about the engine,but wanted to send extra money so I could pay the shipping. I politely declined the deal because he would not take care of the shipping side of it. He w...	hotrod-steve	40	2407	Dec 28, 2014 by 2drpost
	Quick Little Project (Preview) So most of the people on here have probably been through the eighties, and had to deal with the sports cars with no cup holders. Our school recently got a CNC Plasma Cutter and Auto Cad programs, so I took adventage of the oppurtinity. This plate I made replaces the stock ash tray infront of my shifter a...	66-67-88Chevy	5	1217	Dec 27, 2014 by 66-67-88Chevy
	Merry Christmas....Its that time again (Preview) Hey Everyone. Merry Christmas, Thought of the whole lot of you when I saw this. Beats reindeer any day of the week. :)	bmw2002e3	26	6481	Dec 25, 2014 by jonny z
	morning giggle (Preview) Subject: The husband's dilemmaToo good NOT to forward! A man and his ever-nagging wife went on vacation to Jerusalem . While they were there, the wife passed away. The undertaker told the husband, "You can have her shipped home for £5,000, or you can bury her here, in the Holy Land , for £150.&q...	shag766	1	832	Dec 24, 2014 by studeshaker
	morning giggle (Preview) One day, a shy gentleman was preparing to board a plane when he heard that the Pope was on the same flight. "This is exciting," thought the gentleman. "I've always been a big fan of the Pope. Perhaps I'll be able to see him in person.” Suddenly, the man realized his seat was right next...	shag766	0	763	Dec 22, 2014 by shag766
	I bought a Fiat (Preview) Well sorta,my job has changed and since I don't need the big 1 ton pick-up anymore I went out shopping and came back with a new Ram 1500 4x4 with the Fiat diesel for power. These have been run in europe for a few years and a couple years here in the Jeep grand cherokee, there are a few around work here so I decid...	v8deuce	12	1268	Dec 21, 2014 by teejay99
	The Beast of Turin (Preview) http://vimeo.com/113158655 When they crank the handle turn up the volume 100 years ago, this FIAT S76 had two claims to fame. It held the world record for the fastest land speed and still has the largest car engine ever built. Duncan Pittaway of Southwestern England has spent decades lovingly res...	69SS454	1	1086	Dec 18, 2014 by wolfman1
	Opinions on Hot rod Auto body training??? (Preview) I would like to get some Input on an idea that I've been tossing around. When it comes to hot rod builds, the part that scares most people is body work and paint. I have thought about offering an auto body training course at my shop in Oshawa, and would like to see if there is any ideas or opinions related t...	FYN RYD Customs	26	1777	Dec 14, 2014 by Glen440
	Midway Plating London (Preview) I had chrome plating done by them several years ago. Has anyone recent experience with this company ?	Bob T	21	6604	Dec 14, 2014 by Smokin Joe
	Hi eveyone! looking to find information on "The Fantasy" (Preview) Does anyone recall the "The Fantasy" ...What I think I know is.... around in the late 70s ...it was purple with airbrushed murals ( women riding pegasus on the hood)....a camaro...it think the same guy ran the "The Whiskey Peddler" in the 80s, not sure if it was the same car. I wa...	SoulMoo	0	861	Dec 12, 2014 by SoulMoo
	towdollies (Preview) I tried doing a search on here. Does anyone license their dolly, what about brakes?	henrys57wagon	18	5433	Dec 11, 2014 by parklane
	Dave Jarvis…THANK YOU!!!!!!! (Preview) Dave posted a pic of my truck back in 59…. He mentioned he would send it to me…. boy… what an early Christmas gift!!!!!.. he sent me a TON of his personal photos.Dave is a STAND UP GUY and a wealth of info. THANK YOU Dave I will post these for the group. RAD…... [URL=http://s132.photobucket.com/user...	Jeff Norwell	20	1305	Dec 10, 2014 by Jeff Norwell
	help find information on Ontario rat rod Do not look at lazer with remaining good eye! (Preview) new member with a fresh topic : looking for history on my recent purchase . Truck is on page 89, top right of January30/11 issue of CANADIAN HOT RODS. 1937 flat black chevrolet truck named "HELLS BELLE" Was at Wrenchbenders August 4th event in 2010. I presume it was built in/around Ontario...	manic mechanic	3	797	Dec 10, 2014 by Fordy Acres Car Farm
	morning giggle (Preview) *Repairing Hearts & Getting Older* A mechanic was removing a cylinder head from the motor of a Harley motorcycle when he spotted a well-known heart surgeon in his shop. The surgeon was there, waiting for the service manager to come and take a look at his bike. The mechanic shouted across the garag...	shag766	0	634	Dec 10, 2014 by shag766
	I like it! (Preview)	will	9	855	Dec 9, 2014 by Jeff Norwell
	" FLATHEADS " (Preview) HI ALL, looking for a good place to get speed parts for my flattie or if anyone got some good bits for one.	jonny z	7	1044	Dec 7, 2014 by Kent
	morning giggle (Preview) : HORTH WITHPERER A bloke calls his mate, the horse breeder, and says he's sending a friend over to look at a horse. His mate asks, 'How will I recognize him?' 'That's easy; he's a dwarf with a speech impediment.' So, the dwarf shows up, and the breeder asks him if he's looking for a male or fem...	shag766	1	652	Dec 7, 2014 by jarvis1
	One Man's Dream - Canada's First Full Service Shelby Dealership (Preview) http://driving.ca/ford/shelby/auto-news/news/canada-gets-its-first-full-service-shelby-dealership	will	1	768	Dec 6, 2014 by 427CARL
	Canada's first Shelby dealership (Preview) http://driving.ca/ford/shelby/auto-news/news/canada-gets-its-first-full-service-shelby-dealership	GhostPost	0	930	Dec 6, 2014 by GhostPost
	Good ad. (Preview) http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/nvn/cto/4745159821.html	jarvis1	6	1127	Dec 5, 2014 by teejay99
	Autopartsobsolete (Preview) Has anyone bought anything from autopartsobsolete in Pennsylvania or Obsolete Automotive in Point Edward and if so how honest are they.	Jerry	3	805	Dec 4, 2014 by Jerry
	Stolen 1970 Olds Cutlass, July 28, 2014 (Preview) A fellow Rodder had his car stolen from the parking lot of the Guelph Holiday Inn between Sunday evening July 27 and Monday morning July 28. We have two reports that the car MAY have still been there at 5:45 - 6:00 a.m. Monday morning. If you see this car or potentially parts that might have come from this c...	3FORDS	18	1779	Dec 4, 2014 by dualquadpete
	MERRY CHRISTMAS TO EVERY ONE (Preview) MEERY CHRISTMAS TO EVERYONE AND THERE FFFAMILYS	truckerbud	14	954	Dec 3, 2014 by eastown
	4 people charged with classic car fraud conspiracy (Preview) Interesting reading. From latest "Rod Authority" newsletter. the Kid http://www.rodauthority.com/news/four-charged-with-classic-car-conspiracy-face-20-years-in-prison/Four Charged With Classic Car Conspiracy, Face 20 years In Prison By John Gibsonposted on...	Gwillyville Kid	9	1629	Dec 2, 2014 by 427CARL
	28.5-litre Fiat S76 runs for first time in over 100 years (Preview) https://grrc.goodwood.com/race/historic/28-5-litre-fiat-s76-runs-first-time-100-years	Nickeleye	7	1211	Dec 2, 2014 by 427CARL
	Rod Tees (Preview) Big thanks to Jeff Norwell for the killer art work and Ken Brock from RODTEES for bringing it to life on my new shirts. Just perfect guys.	Dubya31	2	814	Dec 2, 2014 by slab
	morning thought and giggle combined (Preview) SIMPLE TRUTH 1: Lovers help each other undress before sex. However after sex, they always dress on their own. Simple Truth: In life, no one helps you once you're screwed. SIMPLE TRUTH 2: When a lady is pregnant, all her friends touch her stomach and say, "Congrats". But, none of them t...	shag766	1	655	Dec 2, 2014 by Ninop69
	AA/Dale Armstrong passed away. (Preview) http://www.nhra.com/story/2014/11/28/armstrong-passes/	Gwillyville Kid	3	910	Nov 29, 2014 by teejay99
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