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will · will

Congratulations Wes Rydell -- a little bit local -- Rydell - Hope & Lang -- G/Gas Anglia http://www.hotrodhotline.com/americas-most-beautiful-roadster-2014 -- Edited by will on Friday 31st of January 2014 12:16:13 PM

Schnitz · Schnitz

I want the biggest white walls possible for my '46 Pontiac. Just wondering what anyone's experience has been driving a car daily on bias ply tires in the summer? Good, bad, dangerous.....? I used to drive on slicks and skinnies when I was younger and that got pretty hairy a couple times in the highway. ...

hemi43 · hemi43

All done in 16 minutes too.

Radcop · Radcop

I need the interior put back in my 80 camaro. I have 99 percent of it in boxes here. Few small things i need to get still. I have never put t top weatherstripping on and i dont want to mess it up. My other issue is im always at work with no free time. I would love to have it backnon the road this spring after 8 years...

427CARL · 427CARL

Anyone have better pictures of this (should not be out in salt) Wrecker??? A Chatham-Kent OPP was involved in a multi-vehicle crash on the eastbound lanes of Hwy. 401 near the Harwich Rd. overpass on Saturday near Chatham. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Winter wreaks highway havocSnow choicePolice are ur...

oldkoot · oldkoot

So Chrysler as it has been know is now part of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, just the big 2 remain now?

jarvis1 · jarvis1

w.highway99hotrods.com/Events/GNRS2014/index.htm

Fordy Acres Car Farm · Fordy Acres Car Farm

http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/roaddawg/vehicles/90486-- E...

teejay99 · teejay99

Ok so you've told me about your first vehicle and most were positive responses . We might have had lowered expectations , or the excitement of the first car covered any problems . Now for your worst/most disappointing ride , I don't think you can include a $100 turd you bought ....I mean , what expectat...

teejay99 · teejay99

With all the crappy weather outside , it's nice to remember those good things , first da...

teejay99 · teejay99

http://driving.ca/buick/auto-news/entertainment/jay-leno-dons-his-driving-goggles-and-fires-up-a-1910-buick-racecar/-- Edited by teejay99...

MANCAVER · MANCAVER

bmw2002e3 · bmw2002e3

Took the carb off the dodge this morning, WAS DIRRRTY. The spare didn't have a float but was cleaner, Also, had a 250 main jet and my carb has a 245. Will have to get some jets for playing around. Also things gotta be balanced. Here's a run of my cleanup and whatnot. Still need some parts, a float bowl, pin a...

hemi43 · hemi43

comrick317 · comrick317

I dug out an old video of a Mercury Comet that i scrapped back in 1998. I made a video of it's last ride to the bone yard in the sky. Sorry that the video is crap as it was filmed off the T.V. and she no look too good. Here's some stills from the video. Checked out the Tempo as the shell of the Comet drops on top of...

teejay99 · teejay99

Got to thinking about words and phrases I've seen over the years when someone is describing their vehicle , be it for sale or just in conversation . My first experience was an ad , back in the 60's , for a 1956 Chevy 2 dr , described as " mint " and best offer . I was looking for my first car , so drove o...

hemi43 · hemi43

Even wrecked a Ferrari looks cool !

Grumper · Grumper

Does anyone know of a dealer in Ontario that sells Astro Supremes? I searched but couldn't come up with anything.

flatblack55delivery · flatblack55delivery

Did anyone else read in the Wheels section of the Star on the weekend that Ford is starting to reproduce 5window coupe bodies from the origional stampings.This was in a colum from one of the reporters covering the Detroit Auto Show.The last part of the colum states that hotrodders will no longer have t...

poncho62 · poncho62

Interesting pics https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mRiKcpwH-54#t=19

Dave Scott · Dave Scott

I keep seeing adverts for cars with more and more "safety features" The latest being some sort of sensor that brakes for you when it detects children running out in front of you. REALLY!!!! Is that not what eyes and brain are for??? So what happens when these people drive someone elses car wi...

will · will

This is the flyer for a Bus Trip to the Detroit Autorama in March leaving the Drayton Area. Anybody interested in reserving seats please contact Ron or John

hemi43 · hemi43

will · will

Following is a video link to Hot Rod Magazine's Homecoming Car Show featuring over 300 cars that appeared in Hot Rod Magazine dating all the way back to 1948. You will enjoy this. http://www.youtube.com/embed/AFKtlu-zL-w

will · will

Following are the class breakdowns for the 2014 Cobble Beach Show on September 13 & 14. http://cobblebeachconcours.com/concours-d-elegance.html I am posting this on our Ontario Rodders site just to show how the classes are broken down. As you can see, there are a number of...

will · will

Any one here been to the April Indoor Car Show in Ottawa. I think last year was the first. I am thinking of attending and would appreciate hearing about it. Thanks John

roid · roid

Hi Guys: Anyone no of any Model Kits of 62-65 Chevyll coupe or sedan?? Found 1 left on E-Bay $19.95 + $35.00 shipping.. Little much I think?? I would like to build model of my car so with that one if found and a 66-67 pro street model for parts I could make my car. Thanks for any help. Long cold winter need litt...

cheyenne · cheyenne

http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-classic-cars-Rare-1964-Ford-Fairlane-500-Coupe-W0QQAdIdZ559885790

Cat in the Hat · Cat in the Hat

Don't know if I'm happy or Sad....but It,s GONE ! Time to start planning and building the next one!

janies dirty 37 · janies dirty 37

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8q9zl86is5c

Cat in the Hat · Cat in the Hat

For all the old "Farts", like me. WOW, what a tremendous collection of cars, stars and restaurants...................... If you remember the 1950's, you're gonna' love these photographs! Note: If you "mouse-over" each picture on the site, a short description will pop u...

hemi43 · hemi43

http://vimeo.com/20247765

will · will

Seeker1056 · Seeker1056

lots of hype, never made the theatres around here - what happened to it where can one buy a copy - or are there copies to be had - Ebay has nothing

teejay99 · teejay99

http://www.streetrodding.com/streetRods.view/25973 ....geez this is nice , and different . Price seems decent considering all the work . Don't think you'd be seeing many of these at a cruise . T

v8deuce · v8deuce

Fineily GM has put a good motor in a Caddy Randy

joepenoso · joepenoso

Hello everyone this is my first post I live around Brampton way not far from the Italian Chrysler plant. I have a 1971 Olds 455 with a turbo hydramatic 350. With a 8.2 chevy 10 bolt rear end ( Not Posi). The trans is slipping in first and first to second shift. I was looking at options.....................

34guy · 34guy

spent the weekend blasting and painting my Toyota rear end for my 34 chev truck epoxy primed and urethane black.Housing is only in epoxy now as I still have to weld some brackets to it

Skidlid · Skidlid

Hi looking for pics of any of Lloyd Noxells front engine dragsters, the A@K special canadian contender, Corey automotive contender, the hustler, also his rear engine cars the Canadian contenders thx for any help also looking for pics of the Scott Wilson time machine, the one with the shorty body cir...

slim · slim

http://www.caranddriver.com/news/gen...c7-engine-news

v8deuce · v8deuce

I was going to head out to the auction today but the BJ web site said not open until 3 so I helped my brother around the house with a couple things then went to a flea market down the road and this is some of the cars parked next door. Randy

v8deuce · v8deuce

It really amazes me the condition of cars down here as this is an original 70 390 auto never any body work paint is faded in places dealer had the top,trunk and hood painted because the sun had faded it bad and yes working factory a/c 7 grand is the price tag. Randy -- Edited by v8deuce on Sunday 12th of Janu...

Bryan · Bryan

A little winter tune-up for all the racers http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5nqtuRS-Www#t=2889

jarvis1 · jarvis1

http://www.dragzine.com/news/big-daddy-don-garlits-latest-venture-200-mph-on-batteries/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=big-daddy-don-garlits-latest-venture-200-mph-on-batteries

hemikev · hemikev

Because ive been laid up as of late , ive been searchin Kijiji and ebay, and other sites that sell hot rods and musclecars as well as old cars we wouldnt have looked at 5 to 10 years ago... 1 thing ive noticed are the prices that have climbed in alot of cases are beyound normal joes....Most of us here are just...

flatblack55delivery · flatblack55delivery

I heard a --rumour--from my wifes Avon lady,whos husband runs a repair garage ,who heard from a mechanic at a garage that does Etests that coming soon to a garage near you will be a new government programme for the computers that will only say pass or fail.According to the Avon lady there will no longer b...

workin class · workin class

-- Edited by workin class on Monday 6th of January 2014 07:38:24 PM -- Edited by workin class on Monday 6th of January 2014 07:40:22 PM

Fordy Acres Car Farm · Fordy Acres Car Farm

After doing some research for the Lottery post, I needed a Tow Rig as one of my ten vehicles. I settled for this one: It's an F-650 with an Excursion body added. I like it because it's black, menacing and plenty tough enough to haul what ever, when ever across the Continent and will do it with much comfort a...

MANCAVER · MANCAVER

No heat on the floor.

v8deuce · v8deuce

I am trying to find out what might be going through BJ's auction in january as we are planning a trip there at that time but I can't find any listings save for a few high dollar cone head type on their site,anyone know of a list anywhere or is it a last minute deal? Randy

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	Americas Most Beautiful Roadster - 2014 -- Oakland Roadster Show (Preview) Congratulations Wes Rydell -- a little bit local -- Rydell - Hope & Lang -- G/Gas Anglia http://www.hotrodhotline.com/americas-most-beautiful-roadster-2014 -- Edited by will on Friday 31st of January 2014 12:16:13 PM	will	17	2447	Feb 2, 2014 by teejay99
	Bias ply tires for a daily driver?? (Preview) I want the biggest white walls possible for my '46 Pontiac. Just wondering what anyone's experience has been driving a car daily on bias ply tires in the summer? Good, bad, dangerous.....? I used to drive on slicks and skinnies when I was younger and that got pretty hairy a couple times in the highway. ...	Schnitz	25	1862	Feb 2, 2014 by Fordy Acres Car Farm
	excellent video on a flathead rebuild (Preview) All done in 16 minutes too.	hemi43	1	344	Feb 1, 2014 by scruffre
	anyone around peterborough with a interior shop? (Preview) I need the interior put back in my 80 camaro. I have 99 percent of it in boxes here. Few small things i need to get still. I have never put t top weatherstripping on and i dont want to mess it up. My other issue is im always at work with no free time. I would love to have it backnon the road this spring after 8 years...	Radcop	10	1219	Feb 1, 2014 by wuga
	Classic Wrecker from Chatham area (Preview) Anyone have better pictures of this (should not be out in salt) Wrecker??? A Chatham-Kent OPP was involved in a multi-vehicle crash on the eastbound lanes of Hwy. 401 near the Harwich Rd. overpass on Saturday near Chatham. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Winter wreaks highway havocSnow choicePolice are ur...	427CARL	35	2401	Feb 1, 2014 by Ziggy
	FCA logo (Preview) So Chrysler as it has been know is now part of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, just the big 2 remain now?	oldkoot	4	518	Jan 31, 2014 by Chris Stapley
	GNRS 2014 (Preview) w.highway99hotrods.com/Events/GNRS2014/index.htm	jarvis1	0	364	Jan 30, 2014 by jarvis1
	Not sure about Detroit Autorama? (Preview) http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/roaddawg/vehicles/90486-- E...	Fordy Acres Car Farm	21	1279	Jan 30, 2014 by Chris58
	Your worst/most disappointing car or truck (Preview) Ok so you've told me about your first vehicle and most were positive responses . We might have had lowered expectations , or the excitement of the first car covered any problems . Now for your worst/most disappointing ride , I don't think you can include a $100 turd you bought ....I mean , what expectat...	teejay99	24	1106	Jan 29, 2014 by JPB
	Your First Car/Truck (Preview) With all the crappy weather outside , it's nice to remember those good things , first da...	teejay99	37	7277	Jan 28, 2014 by wuga
	Jay Leno 1910 "racing" Buick (Preview) http://driving.ca/buick/auto-news/entertainment/jay-leno-dons-his-driving-goggles-and-fires-up-a-1910-buick-racecar/-- Edited by teejay99...	teejay99	3	472	Jan 27, 2014 by teejay99
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	Cleanup of carbs and mockup of them on the Edmunds manifold. '49 dodge. (Preview) Took the carb off the dodge this morning, WAS DIRRRTY. The spare didn't have a float but was cleaner, Also, had a 250 main jet and my carb has a 245. Will have to get some jets for playing around. Also things gotta be balanced. Here's a run of my cleanup and whatnot. Still need some parts, a float bowl, pin a...	bmw2002e3	16	1082	Jan 26, 2014 by Dakota
	the correct way to weld a frame. (Preview)	hemi43	26	1278	Jan 26, 2014 by Ninop69
	Video of a Comet's last ride. (Preview) I dug out an old video of a Mercury Comet that i scrapped back in 1998. I made a video of it's last ride to the bone yard in the sky. Sorry that the video is crap as it was filmed off the T.V. and she no look too good. Here's some stills from the video. Checked out the Tempo as the shell of the Comet drops on top of...	comrick317	0	552	Jan 25, 2014 by comrick317
	Favourite vehicle descriptions (Preview) Got to thinking about words and phrases I've seen over the years when someone is describing their vehicle , be it for sale or just in conversation . My first experience was an ad , back in the 60's , for a 1956 Chevy 2 dr , described as " mint " and best offer . I was looking for my first car , so drove o...	teejay99	42	1554	Jan 24, 2014 by 58Chev
	What an awesome idea for a coffee table (Preview) Even wrecked a Ferrari looks cool !	hemi43	26	2985	Jan 24, 2014 by bmw2002e3
	Astro Supremes (Preview) Does anyone know of a dealer in Ontario that sells Astro Supremes? I searched but couldn't come up with anything.	Grumper	2	848	Jan 24, 2014 by Fordy Acres Car Farm
	repop 32 Ford 5window bodies (Preview) Did anyone else read in the Wheels section of the Star on the weekend that Ford is starting to reproduce 5window coupe bodies from the origional stampings.This was in a colum from one of the reporters covering the Detroit Auto Show.The last part of the colum states that hotrodders will no longer have t...	flatblack55delivery	14	1239	Jan 24, 2014 by teejay99
	Where old race cars go to die (Preview) Interesting pics https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mRiKcpwH-54#t=19	poncho62	5	3075	Jan 23, 2014 by Babs57
	New cars and "safety features" (Preview) I keep seeing adverts for cars with more and more "safety features" The latest being some sort of sensor that brakes for you when it detects children running out in front of you. REALLY!!!! Is that not what eyes and brain are for??? So what happens when these people drive someone elses car wi...	Dave Scott	10	716	Jan 23, 2014 by teejay99
	Bus Trip to Detroit Autorama (Preview) This is the flyer for a Bus Trip to the Detroit Autorama in March leaving the Drayton Area. Anybody interested in reserving seats please contact Ron or John	will	11	1808	Jan 22, 2014 by fatchuk
	I can't even think of a title for this !! (Preview)	hemi43	19	901	Jan 21, 2014 by oldkoot
	Hot Rod Magazine Homecoming Car Show (Preview) Following is a video link to Hot Rod Magazine's Homecoming Car Show featuring over 300 cars that appeared in Hot Rod Magazine dating all the way back to 1948. You will enjoy this. http://www.youtube.com/embed/AFKtlu-zL-w	will	1	569	Jan 21, 2014 by GhostPost
	Cobble Beach Concours d' Elegance Car Show - CLASS BREAKDOWN (Preview) Following are the class breakdowns for the 2014 Cobble Beach Show on September 13 & 14. http://cobblebeachconcours.com/concours-d-elegance.html I am posting this on our Ontario Rodders site just to show how the classes are broken down. As you can see, there are a number of...	will	0	320	Jan 20, 2014 by will
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	Model kit of 62-65 Chevyll (Preview) Hi Guys: Anyone no of any Model Kits of 62-65 Chevyll coupe or sedan?? Found 1 left on E-Bay $19.95 + $35.00 shipping.. Little much I think?? I would like to build model of my car so with that one if found and a 66-67 pro street model for parts I could make my car. Thanks for any help. Long cold winter need litt...	roid	25	2099	Jan 18, 2014 by roid
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	I found this youtube post very informative.:) (Preview) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8q9zl86is5c	janies dirty 37	27	1118	Jan 18, 2014 by cheyenne
	Really cool old pictures most will remember (Preview) For all the old "Farts", like me. WOW, what a tremendous collection of cars, stars and restaurants...................... If you remember the 1950's, you're gonna' love these photographs! Note: If you "mouse-over" each picture on the site, a short description will pop u...	Cat in the Hat	20	1406	Jan 17, 2014 by janies dirty 37
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	This one caught my eye (Preview) http://www.streetrodding.com/streetRods.view/25973 ....geez this is nice , and different . Price seems decent considering all the work . Don't think you'd be seeing many of these at a cruise . T	teejay99	13	1000	Jan 14, 2014 by teejay99
	Ford (Preview) Fineily GM has put a good motor in a Caddy Randy	v8deuce	0	465	Jan 14, 2014 by v8deuce
	overdrive transmission for 455 Olds A body (Preview) Hello everyone this is my first post I live around Brampton way not far from the Italian Chrysler plant. I have a 1971 Olds 455 with a turbo hydramatic 350. With a 8.2 chevy 10 bolt rear end ( Not Posi). The trans is slipping in first and first to second shift. I was looking at options.....................	joepenoso	11	2925	Jan 14, 2014 by joepenoso
	MY FRESH REAR END LOOK CLOSLY HEMI (Preview) spent the weekend blasting and painting my Toyota rear end for my 34 chev truck epoxy primed and urethane black.Housing is only in epoxy now as I still have to weld some brackets to it	34guy	7	635	Jan 13, 2014 by Seeker1056
	Anyone have pics of any of Lloyd Noxells dragster 65-75??? (Preview) Hi looking for pics of any of Lloyd Noxells front engine dragsters, the A@K special canadian contender, Corey automotive contender, the hustler, also his rear engine cars the Canadian contenders thx for any help also looking for pics of the Scott Wilson time machine, the one with the shorty body cir...	Skidlid	5	1609	Jan 13, 2014 by Skidlid
	GEN V (Preview) http://www.caranddriver.com/news/gen...c7-engine-news	slim	0	518	Jan 13, 2014 by slim
	More az pics (Preview) I was going to head out to the auction today but the BJ web site said not open until 3 so I helped my brother around the house with a couple things then went to a flea market down the road and this is some of the cars parked next door. Randy	v8deuce	2	532	Jan 12, 2014 by sasquatch
	One for forty acres (Preview) It really amazes me the condition of cars down here as this is an original 70 390 auto never any body work paint is faded in places dealer had the top,trunk and hood painted because the sun had faded it bad and yes working factory a/c 7 grand is the price tag. Randy -- Edited by v8deuce on Sunday 12th of Janu...	v8deuce	12	658	Jan 12, 2014 by sasquatch
	A little winter tune-up for all the racers (Preview) A little winter tune-up for all the racers http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5nqtuRS-Www#t=2889	Bryan	2	454	Jan 12, 2014 by sasquatch
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	Over priced rods and musclecars ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Because ive been laid up as of late , ive been searchin Kijiji and ebay, and other sites that sell hot rods and musclecars as well as old cars we wouldnt have looked at 5 to 10 years ago... 1 thing ive noticed are the prices that have climbed in alot of cases are beyound normal joes....Most of us here are just...	hemikev	54	2927	Jan 12, 2014 by flatblack55delivery
	Possible E test Changes (Preview) I heard a --rumour--from my wifes Avon lady,whos husband runs a repair garage ,who heard from a mechanic at a garage that does Etests that coming soon to a garage near you will be a new government programme for the computers that will only say pass or fail.According to the Avon lady there will no longer b...	flatblack55delivery	49	7706	Jan 12, 2014 by slim
	off beat affordable fun cars (Preview) -- Edited by workin class on Monday 6th of January 2014 07:38:24 PM -- Edited by workin class on Monday 6th of January 2014 07:40:22 PM	workin class	18	1260	Jan 11, 2014 by workin class
	My Dream "Tow Rig" (Preview) After doing some research for the Lottery post, I needed a Tow Rig as one of my ten vehicles. I settled for this one: It's an F-650 with an Excursion body added. I like it because it's black, menacing and plenty tough enough to haul what ever, when ever across the Continent and will do it with much comfort a...	Fordy Acres Car Farm	27	1582	Jan 11, 2014 by parklane
	Stupid Ram (Preview) No heat on the floor.	MANCAVER	24	1680	Jan 11, 2014 by IR Mechanik
	BJ Auction (Preview) I am trying to find out what might be going through BJ's auction in january as we are planning a trip there at that time but I can't find any listings save for a few high dollar cone head type on their site,anyone know of a list anywhere or is it a last minute deal? Randy	v8deuce	15	1439	Jan 10, 2014 by jarvis1
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