General Car Talk

parklane · parklane

What can I get for insurance for a 50s car without an appraisal?? Just want to cover my a$$ for the price of the purchase price of a car before it gets appraised.

fatstax · fatstax

would this car have come with a 9 inch rear? its like a 78 ranchero with the 460. i can get the rear diff for cheap. it looks like a 9 inch but its not easy to see it where its sitting. rest of car/truck is junk

30AV8 · 30AV8

I am sending this out to any who are interested in prep work. I have a friend who owns his body shop, he is a 1 man shop but is busy. He has hired guys in the past but they fail to deliver quality work. His shop is in Burlington. He says he would need somebody say from 9am-2pm roughly, daily. I dont know th...

oldkoot · oldkoot

Anyone else heading to the show , Sept 20-22 in Burlington VT.

henrys57wagon · henrys57wagon

While at Odessa a fellow saw my HJ wanted sign and told me about a fellow down by Cardinal, ON that has one. I got his number from a guy on Hwy43car club FB site and called but had to leave a message. No one called me back so I called my buddy who live in Johnstown and he said that Russ got fed up with kids smashing...

3 deuce · 3 deuce

Currently looking at options for a storage building probably 24 X 40. Has anyone any input on FUTURE BUILDINGS all steel pre-engineered . I'd appreciate if you have had any experience with this type of structure. Thanks Larry

sasquatch · sasquatch

Never heard of this comming in Ontario yet. Got this from another site: Back in july/2005 the european union enacted a ban on new vehicles and after market wheels from using lead wheel weights. In the USA it is estimated that about 65,000 TONS of lead weights are used and approx. 2000 tons are lost due to...

flatblack55delivery · flatblack55delivery

I just got back from a small show at the local Ford dealer.I think I had the the only Chevy car there .Saw one Chevy truck and a Viper representing the Dodge boys.Was more of a promotion for there new performance division .Some of those new Mustangs are really powerful 700hp +.They even had a supercharge...

hemikev · hemikev

http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-other-Mexican-Blankets-Sarapes-and-Ponchos-W0QQAdIdZ473757079

Sacotu · Sacotu

saw a gto with a new engine with carbs on it this weekend passed and all i could think was dave would not like this. the gentlemen said it was a new crate engine from gm with msd ignition. he said depending what chip he put in he could get awesome mileage or performance. chris58 spent a hour talking to him to g...

flatblack55delivery · flatblack55delivery

I am selling a nice 77 Ventura hatchback.I have it beside my shop with a forsale sign in the window.At night i put it behind the shop and bring it out when i am open.It sit there most nice days with the drivers window open and like I say with for sale signs in the windows.Now the question ,today I caught a guy o...

groberts1931 · groberts1931

http://www.flickr.com/photos/96924547@N07/9281141784/

groberts1931 · groberts1931

http://www.flickr.com/photos/96924547@N07/sets/72157634612793778/

slab · slab

Well as we were discussing at the hogtown meet...The yellow door I was working on there was off a Neon and you wondered if overlapping the patch as opposed to butt welding the patch would show a raised area. The car is a 2003 and I paid $350 for it with a wrecked front end. I said it wasn't worth butt weldin...

hemi43 · hemi43

r680680 · r680680

Hello I am trying to find out where ken mclean shops is in orr lake ont. I wanted to call him about doing some work for me on my nomad.

v8deuce · v8deuce

Went to Lindsay today had a great time lots of cars,even saw shorts and his better half we discussed what made the world go around and all that good stuff! A new business just started up in town and they were giving out cold water,did I mention lots of cars!!This one of the bike had a 5th wheel hearse behind...

hemi43 · hemi43

hemi43 · hemi43

I didn't realize Bo and Luke were still doing this stuff !! At least no Mopars were destroyed during filming. http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=177_1373417173

hemi43 · hemi43

YeeHaa !!! http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=f76_1373548795

groberts1931 · groberts1931

http://www.flickr.com/photos/96924547@N07/sets/72157634567007447/-- Edited by groberts1931 on Tuesday 9th of July 2013 07:18:36 PM

hemikev · hemikev

Thoughts and prayers to you and your family...See you when you get back .. take care Kev - Tamara

oldkoot · oldkoot

So how do you have your hot rod, musclecar, classic or whatever licensed for the road in Ontario

hemi43 · hemi43

Make sure you watch in full screen. Enjoy.

hemi43 · hemi43

You'll need to use a flat-black balloon instead of a red one !!

-- Edited by hemi43 on Thursday 4th of July 2013 07:01:29 PM

v8deuce · v8deuce

I saw this last weekend and remembered someone was looking for a coe.I thought this one was bang on as everything was proportioned just rite! I have saw lots with a flat deck but this is the first with a p/u box. Randy

Fordy Acres Car Farm · Fordy Acres Car Farm

In this economy, it's important to get the most you can from your replacement parts. Some times when we take our cars in for a repair, we'll get a list of other things that could use replacing. Sometimes these parts will easily last a few more months. In this case, the owner must have thought: "I'll...

hemikev · hemikev

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Up_CLJXRyaM take 5 mins to watch this awesome

Beachcat · Beachcat

I'll take it!

Youngoldguy · Youngoldguy

We are retired, moving to Point Clark next April. Wondering if there is a rod club in the area? Cruise nights, shows? Like to meet some new friends. Thanks Doug

hemikev · hemikev

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J65FxT8q_W4

hemikev · hemikev

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0F4MukHK8UU

atomsplitter · atomsplitter

http://www.hurstracingtires.com/

123pugsy · 123pugsy

Anyone know of a place in the GTA that can crimp/swage/install or whatever you call the process of attaching the ends to my new a/c lines? Got to get the new a/c running soon.

atomsplitter · atomsplitter

http://www.michiganhotrod.com/look-at-this-all-aluminum-1941-willys-coupe/-- Edited by Atomsplitter on Sunday 30th of June 2013 04:45:23 PM

hemi43 · hemi43

Amazing the vision some people have making something cool from very little.

fatchuk · fatchuk

http://autos.yahoo.com/blogs/motoramic/scores-chevys-hidden-50-years-finally-sale-160911547.html

flatblack55delivery · flatblack55delivery

How long do you guys and gals stay at a car show.Do you get there early or like me roll in around 11 or so stay a couple of hrs and then hit the road unless its one of the shows at a race track ,fall fair or someplace with lots going on.Do you stay till 3or 4 and if you do why,friends,trophies,a day out.Do you stay...

Newagerod · Newagerod

Hey guys I don't get much time to work on my rod since my son was born, but I've been trying to. But I am really interested where all you guys buy your metal and hardware/fasteners?

r680680 · r680680

Been working at home in the garage for a few days, trying to fix a couple little things on the cars but wow it is to hot. So went out this morning and got ac for the garage. She thought I was nuts a few years back when I told her the cars where to cold in the winter so I heat the garage now . But now I tell her the ca...

Gas Mask · Gas Mask

Recently I've been thinking it's time to sink some money into my falcon and adding some power. However, the front end is quite weak and would need all new v-8 spec parts that aren't cheap so I'm leaning towards a gasser style straight axle. (The extra room for a big block really helps too) Thing is, all th...

Ragtop · Ragtop

[URL=http://s110.photobucket.com/user/47convert/media/windowchannel2_zps026e8485.jpg.html][IMG]https://i110.photobucket.c...

Fred Winterburn · Fred Winterburn

http://www.desjardinsgeneralinsurance.com/d-on/en/insurance-products/auto-insurance/pages/auto-insurance-program.aspx

Seeker1056 · Seeker1056

seems one of my old hot rods from the 70s was picked for the cover of the inaugural special issue of Nostalgia Hot Rods by Canadian Hot Rod Magazine totally stoked

dodgy canuck · dodgy canuck

So, I had the windshield installed last week in my '72 C10. I took it to the glass place looking to have the seal re-done, but the didn't really want any part of removing the glass. Sounded like they thought it would break when trying to remove it! So, I took the glass out myself and wouldn't you know it... C...

hemi43 · hemi43

http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=4fe_1371886014

pistinbroke · pistinbroke

So, there I was sitting in my booth at the Stirling flee market this spring. Minding my own business, dreaming of the warm summer days to come. In particular that day I was dreaming of running my Mustang at the up coming Arm Drop races in Picton. Boy, I had a lot of work to do to pull that off!!!! I had finally...

entourageguy · entourageguy

Just got these from the family. Now just need that engine finished !!

Swag · Swag

Hey Yall I am finally getting a chance to post the new OR Gasser club plaques. They are the same deal as the Roaster plaque $30.00 painted and finished and a flat $12.00 postage anywhere in Ontario. Anybody interested outside of Ontario should shoot me an email or PM for postage rates. The roaste...

slim · slim

Killing some time on Friday afternoon avoiding most things a responsible adult doze. I decided to take a wander threw the local u pull. Among the late model stuff sat a 65 ford galaxie . Pretty far gone but still has motor in it. not 100% sure what it is but its big . Not much else worth saving except glas...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Insurance for New Purchase Without an Appraisal (Preview) What can I get for insurance for a 50s car without an appraisal?? Just want to cover my a$$ for the price of the purchase price of a car before it gets appraised.	parklane	24	1283	Jul 25, 2013 by Flatduck
	late 70's ranchero (Preview) would this car have come with a 9 inch rear? its like a 78 ranchero with the 460. i can get the rear diff for cheap. it looks like a 9 inch but its not easy to see it where its sitting. rest of car/truck is junk	fatstax	12	1002	Jul 25, 2013 by Flatduck
	Prep Guy/Gal required (Preview) I am sending this out to any who are interested in prep work. I have a friend who owns his body shop, he is a 1 man shop but is busy. He has hired guys in the past but they fail to deliver quality work. His shop is in Burlington. He says he would need somebody say from 9am-2pm roughly, daily. I dont know th...	30AV8	0	439	Jul 24, 2013 by 30AV8
	NSRA North East (Preview) Anyone else heading to the show , Sept 20-22 in Burlington VT.	oldkoot	0	383	Jul 23, 2013 by oldkoot
	more cars scrapped (Preview) While at Odessa a fellow saw my HJ wanted sign and told me about a fellow down by Cardinal, ON that has one. I got his number from a guy on Hwy43car club FB site and called but had to leave a message. No one called me back so I called my buddy who live in Johnstown and he said that Russ got fed up with kids smashing...	henrys57wagon	13	1398	Jul 23, 2013 by mike b
	Need more storage (Preview) Currently looking at options for a storage building probably 24 X 40. Has anyone any input on FUTURE BUILDINGS all steel pre-engineered . I'd appreciate if you have had any experience with this type of structure. Thanks Larry	3 deuce	12	1021	Jul 23, 2013 by 3 deuce
	Lead Wheel Weight ban: (Preview) Never heard of this comming in Ontario yet. Got this from another site: Back in july/2005 the european union enacted a ban on new vehicles and after market wheels from using lead wheel weights. In the USA it is estimated that about 65,000 TONS of lead weights are used and approx. 2000 tons are lost due to...	sasquatch	24	1667	Jul 22, 2013 by jarvis1
	Small show (Preview) I just got back from a small show at the local Ford dealer.I think I had the the only Chevy car there .Saw one Chevy truck and a Viper representing the Dodge boys.Was more of a promotion for there new performance division .Some of those new Mustangs are really powerful 700hp +.They even had a supercharge...	flatblack55delivery	1	529	Jul 22, 2013 by Fordy Acres Car Farm
	Rat rod - hot rod Mexican blankets (Preview) http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-other-Mexican-Blankets-Sarapes-and-Ponchos-W0QQAdIdZ473757079	hemikev	0	1080	Jul 21, 2013 by hemikev
	an engine install to piss off DaveM (Preview) saw a gto with a new engine with carbs on it this weekend passed and all i could think was dave would not like this. the gentlemen said it was a new crate engine from gm with msd ignition. he said depending what chip he put in he could get awesome mileage or performance. chris58 spent a hour talking to him to g...	Sacotu	19	1289	Jul 21, 2013 by bygddy
	A question (Preview) I am selling a nice 77 Ventura hatchback.I have it beside my shop with a forsale sign in the window.At night i put it behind the shop and bring it out when i am open.It sit there most nice days with the drivers window open and like I say with for sale signs in the windows.Now the question ,today I caught a guy o...	flatblack55delivery	28	1386	Jul 18, 2013 by Iwannagofast
	Atlantic Nationals 2013 Saturday (Preview) http://www.flickr.com/photos/96924547@N07/9281141784/	groberts1931	6	726	Jul 18, 2013 by Chris58
	Atlantic Nationals 2013 friday downtown (Preview) http://www.flickr.com/photos/96924547@N07/sets/72157634612793778/	groberts1931	8	1229	Jul 18, 2013 by Chris58
	Dave Scott as per our discussion at the metal shaping meet. (Preview) Well as we were discussing at the hogtown meet...The yellow door I was working on there was off a Neon and you wondered if overlapping the patch as opposed to butt welding the patch would show a raised area. The car is a 2003 and I paid $350 for it with a wrecked front end. I said it wasn't worth butt weldin...	slab	13	998	Jul 17, 2013 by 69SS454
	Sweet motorhome/hauler (Preview)	hemi43	4	647	Jul 15, 2013 by Gazoo
	Looking for a telphone # for Ken in orr lake (Preview) Hello I am trying to find out where ken mclean shops is in orr lake ont. I wanted to call him about doing some work for me on my nomad.	r680680	2	642	Jul 15, 2013 by Model A Guy
	Lindsay (Preview) Went to Lindsay today had a great time lots of cars,even saw shorts and his better half we discussed what made the world go around and all that good stuff! A new business just started up in town and they were giving out cold water,did I mention lots of cars!!This one of the bike had a 5th wheel hearse behind...	v8deuce	1	600	Jul 15, 2013 by Fordy Acres Car Farm
	I remember doing stuff like this !! (Preview)	hemi43	11	947	Jul 15, 2013 by 77
	Dukes Of Hazzards 2005 (Preview) I didn't realize Bo and Luke were still doing this stuff !! At least no Mopars were destroyed during filming. http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=177_1373417173	hemi43	4	586	Jul 14, 2013 by atomsplitter
	Those Duke Boys are at it again !! (Preview) YeeHaa !!! http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=f76_1373548795	hemi43	3	787	Jul 12, 2013 by v8deuce
	car show marco polo land. P.E.I (Preview) http://www.flickr.com/photos/96924547@N07/sets/72157634567007447/-- Edited by groberts1931 on Tuesday 9th of July 2013 07:18:36 PM	groberts1931	4	776	Jul 10, 2013 by Model A Guy
	Dave Scott , sorry to hear about your Dad (Preview) Thoughts and prayers to you and your family...See you when you get back .. take care Kev - Tamara	hemikev	11	1015	Jul 9, 2013 by Dave Scott
	License plate survey (Preview) So how do you have your hot rod, musclecar, classic or whatever licensed for the road in Ontario	oldkoot	33	2204	Jul 8, 2013 by janies dirty 37
	Very cool 15min video (Preview) Make sure you watch in full screen. Enjoy.	hemi43	4	559	Jul 5, 2013 by DaveM
	Rat Rod parking sensor (Preview) You'll need to use a flat-black balloon instead of a red one !! -- Edited by hemi43 on Thursday 4th of July 2013 07:01:29 PM	hemi43	3	579	Jul 5, 2013 by fatstax
	COE (Preview) I saw this last weekend and remembered someone was looking for a coe.I thought this one was bang on as everything was proportioned just rite! I have saw lots with a flat deck but this is the first with a p/u box. Randy	v8deuce	4	601	Jul 5, 2013 by janies dirty 37
	How do you know when you've got the most you can get from your brakes? (Preview) In this economy, it's important to get the most you can from your replacement parts. Some times when we take our cars in for a repair, we'll get a list of other things that could use replacing. Sometimes these parts will easily last a few more months. In this case, the owner must have thought: "I'll...	Fordy Acres Car Farm	24	1140	Jul 5, 2013 by Lightspeed Mike
	spray chrome check this out kool (Preview) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Up_CLJXRyaM take 5 mins to watch this awesome	hemikev	2	882	Jul 5, 2013 by slink
	Ladies Choice Award! (Preview) I'll take it!	Beachcat	12	1062	Jul 4, 2013 by Modfather
	Club in Kincardine? (Preview) We are retired, moving to Point Clark next April. Wondering if there is a rod club in the area? Cruise nights, shows? Like to meet some new friends. Thanks Doug	Youngoldguy	14	1658	Jul 3, 2013 by 72endurawagon
	mopar super stock (Preview) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J65FxT8q_W4	hemikev	0	413	Jul 3, 2013 by hemikev
	light weight 63 galaxy (Preview) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0F4MukHK8UU	hemikev	0	455	Jul 3, 2013 by hemikev
	Hurst Racing Tires Video (Preview) http://www.hurstracingtires.com/	atomsplitter	4	663	Jul 3, 2013 by sasquatch
	A/C Lines Ends Installed (Preview) Anyone know of a place in the GTA that can crimp/swage/install or whatever you call the process of attaching the ends to my new a/c lines? Got to get the new a/c running soon.	123pugsy	13	1679	Jul 2, 2013 by 123pugsy
	Retired and nothing to do? Not the guys from Boeing! (Preview) http://www.michiganhotrod.com/look-at-this-all-aluminum-1941-willys-coupe/-- Edited by Atomsplitter on Sunday 30th of June 2013 04:45:23 PM	atomsplitter	4	1186	Jul 2, 2013 by sasquatch
	Realman stuff !!! (Preview) Amazing the vision some people have making something cool from very little.	hemi43	10	855	Jul 2, 2013 by DavyJ
	Cool auction and story .. (Preview) http://autos.yahoo.com/blogs/motoramic/scores-chevys-hidden-50-years-finally-sale-160911547.html	fatchuk	8	976	Jun 29, 2013 by sasquatch
	Car shows (Preview) How long do you guys and gals stay at a car show.Do you get there early or like me roll in around 11 or so stay a couple of hrs and then hit the road unless its one of the shows at a race track ,fall fair or someplace with lots going on.Do you stay till 3or 4 and if you do why,friends,trophies,a day out.Do you stay...	flatblack55delivery	15	2248	Jun 28, 2013 by oldkoot
	Hardware (Preview) Hey guys I don't get much time to work on my rod since my son was born, but I've been trying to. But I am really interested where all you guys buy your metal and hardware/fasteners?	Newagerod	30	1387	Jun 28, 2013 by Newagerod
	Well The WIfe thinks i have gone car carzy (Preview) Been working at home in the garage for a few days, trying to fix a couple little things on the cars but wow it is to hot. So went out this morning and got ac for the garage. She thought I was nuts a few years back when I told her the cars where to cold in the winter so I heat the garage now . But now I tell her the ca...	r680680	11	823	Jun 27, 2013 by flatblack55delivery
	Straight axles and weatherstripping (Preview) Recently I've been thinking it's time to sink some money into my falcon and adding some power. However, the front end is quite weak and would need all new v-8 spec parts that aren't cheap so I'm leaning towards a gasser style straight axle. (The extra room for a big block really helps too) Thing is, all th...	Gas Mask	15	2441	Jun 26, 2013 by flatblack55delivery
	Where to buy steel window channel? (Preview) [URL=http://s110.photobucket.com/user/47convert/media/windowchannel2_zps026e8485.jpg.html][IMG]https://i110.photobucket.c...	Ragtop	6	690	Jun 24, 2013 by shaggn
	Insurance Spy in your car (Preview) http://www.desjardinsgeneralinsurance.com/d-on/en/insurance-products/auto-insurance/pages/auto-insurance-program.aspx	Fred Winterburn	19	1545	Jun 24, 2013 by slim
	Cover of Canadian Hot Rod (Preview) seems one of my old hot rods from the 70s was picked for the cover of the inaugural special issue of Nostalgia Hot Rods by Canadian Hot Rod Magazine totally stoked	Seeker1056	11	1392	Jun 24, 2013 by deluxe
	windshield install (Preview) So, I had the windshield installed last week in my '72 C10. I took it to the glass place looking to have the seal re-done, but the didn't really want any part of removing the glass. Sounded like they thought it would break when trying to remove it! So, I took the glass out myself and wouldn't you know it... C...	dodgy canuck	21	1587	Jun 23, 2013 by 427CARL
	How to get cheap fuel!! (Preview) http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=4fe_1371886014	hemi43	0	780	Jun 22, 2013 by hemi43
	Called out (Preview) So, there I was sitting in my booth at the Stirling flee market this spring. Minding my own business, dreaming of the warm summer days to come. In particular that day I was dreaming of running my Mustang at the up coming Arm Drop races in Picton. Boy, I had a lot of work to do to pull that off!!!! I had finally...	pistinbroke	7	991	Jun 22, 2013 by pistinbroke
	My fathers day / birthday present (Preview) Just got these from the family. Now just need that engine finished !!	entourageguy	8	559	Jun 20, 2013 by entourageguy
	Ontario Rodders Gasser Plaque (Preview) Hey Yall I am finally getting a chance to post the new OR Gasser club plaques. They are the same deal as the Roaster plaque $30.00 painted and finished and a flat $12.00 postage anywhere in Ontario. Anybody interested outside of Ontario should shoot me an email or PM for postage rates. The roaste...	Swag	0	436	Jun 18, 2013 by Swag
	Big Ford Motor (Preview) Killing some time on Friday afternoon avoiding most things a responsible adult doze. I decided to take a wander threw the local u pull. Among the late model stuff sat a 65 ford galaxie . Pretty far gone but still has motor in it. not 100% sure what it is but its big . Not much else worth saving except glas...	slim	21	3630	Jun 19, 2013 by workin class
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