General Car Talk

Ragtop · Ragtop

I have replaced my axle bearings with what I think are called GM style bearings featuring an "O" ring around the outer diameter. The bearings are also sealed. Does this eliminate the need for the traditional axle seal?

RacerRick · RacerRick

Anyone going to Billetproof in Michigan from Southern Ontario? I am planning on going and am seeing if we can get a caravan going...

Chris Stapley · Chris Stapley

Today we have lost another icon, Dean Jeffries has gone to join the ranks of Von Dutch, Ed Roth and Larry WatsoN in his 80th year. I will miss this man, he was yet another of my inspirations ,first as an accomplished pinstriper when he was young and again when he opened his shop in Hollywood right till the...

fatchuk · fatchuk

Yahoo....Yep the sun was shinning and I just couldn't stand it any more...so I'm out..had her out for a nice afternoon run ..had to check for any leaks or ..pulled the engine down over the winter and and freshened up all the gaskets cleaned all the wiring connections ,tightened up all the under body bot...

Rustynuts · Rustynuts

one of my favourite race tracks and watching the race now.

v8deuce · v8deuce

Well another thing on my bucket list is to go to the indy 500 but with my job I never know more than a week or two if I'm working or not but this year I'm clear to go.I know it's late but does anyone know of a hotel close to track? I've goggled some but it's confuzing because I don't know the area so I thought I woul...

Modfather · Modfather

Why is it that when folks have a clone or tribute car they seem to think it is worth what the original is worth? I ask myself this question every time I see an add on Kijiji or simalar sites. I also know that most owners spent quite a bit to clone a car but it still doesnt make it original. I know I wouldn't pay th...

oldkoot · oldkoot

Buddy started his collection about 20 years ago, it's open to the public if your ever on the Rock, and yes he has a Daytona also. http://www.vernonsantiquetoyshop.ca/

IR Mechanik · IR Mechanik

This happened last year but I'll share because I feel I learned a valuable lesson. While the p/u ('68 GMC) was down for the winter I did a few projects. Started with lowering, 3" drop spindles and 4" coils. Front lower control arms needed some rework due to clearance issues with 15" tir...

DaveM · DaveM

Funny, but not really. Play safe fella's http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=acc_1367278543

Grumper · Grumper

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/A-Package-of-550-Plus-Unmolested-Classic-Cars-in-a-Arizona-Storage-Towing-Lot-/171027628789?forcev4exp=true#ht_500wt_1182

jarvis1 · jarvis1

the NSRA Western Nationals http://www.highway99hotrods.com/Events/NSRAWest13/index.htm

spinner43 · spinner43

I jumped at the chance to see George Tackaberry's collection, it was the outing for our 2 day spring meeting in Oshawa. He is a great man, down to earth and is very proud of the collection he has but enthused to have others enjoy it as well. Chris Stapley your a lucky man to have him as a freind. His collectio...

dodgy canuck · dodgy canuck

Hey everyone! I was doing some body repair on my '72 C10 last friday night when I got to thinking... are there any really active car clubs in the Milton area? I'd love to be in a club like the 'Lead Kings', but I don't fit the vehicle profile (for now). I'm looking for a true club... you know... the ones who he...

fatstax · fatstax

anyways i picked upa 2000 suburban today, high miler with a 5.3 vortec. is there any point to saving it or is it not an ls engine like it looks? it quit running and has 480000 on it. it may be a wrecked engine or not.

hemikev · hemikev

I just read on 1 of the mopar forums im on ,, warning vendors and buyers -- The taxman will be at some of the bigger swapmeets to collect their money from both buyers and sellers... They want their money on new and used parts .. wow Is that messed up or what .. Really wtf

oldkoot · oldkoot

Let others see how you're mounting the Ontario Rodders Plaque. Picked one up from Swag at the Ottawa show this past weekend, old Pontiac has a bumper bolt hole in the center so bent up a mounting bracket for the plaque out of 1.5" aluminum, wherever it touched the chrome bumper simply insulat...

Chevypkup66 · Chevypkup66

Went to Ancaster swap meet. Lots of vendors and stuff.I didn't buy much but was good time. Was great meeting Glen, Kevin and others. Thanks guys. If you are ever close to Niagara on the Lake let me know and coffe is on me. Really slick ride Glen...very cool.

scott420p · scott420p

This sled came into my work a few days ago for an exhibit. Just thought it's cool to see and figured some would enjoy. I don't know the year exactly but the auction tag on it says 61-64 ski doo.

DaveM · DaveM

Looking for local ACC carpet dealers. Post 'em up.

hemikev · hemikev

I bought that Rossetta Stone langage program ,, also got my scottage slang dictionary ,,..any thing else i need ....

Lightspeed Mike · Lightspeed Mike

The new drive clean system is up and running all over Ontario. I know everyone hates it. I do inspect and repair for it. Just part of my job, can't say I really believe in it, but I gotta eat. The inspections that are done include taking pictures of the back of the car as well as the VIN tag and dash. What if you...

hemi43 · hemi43

This year's T-shirt logo will be dispaying a picture of a Dodge with shinny paint, so some of you may be offended !!

Lthlwpn · Lthlwpn

I have my 05 jeep up for sale/trade, and have received a ton of great trade offers. More than a few that have had me drooling on my keyboard. I always call my insurance company to get a quote on what my rates would be. I called them about a month ago while I was working on a deal for a dually pickup, and the guy to...

v8deuce · v8deuce

I have seen this before but it still gets my blood boiling. Randy http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=Lvl5Gan69Wo

77

any one now a exhaust shop up around barrie or north of torunna that can do some custom bending an NOT PHUC it up . Just need to fix exhaust on the woman,s 87 trans am . . Thanks ..77.

Ratmotor · Ratmotor

Found this pic of your car back in the day.

poncho62 · poncho62

http://www.youtube.com/embed/IL6AiMdX36I?feature=player_embedded

Dave Scott · Dave Scott

Big thanks to Glen for bringing his rod all the way down to Ancaster to let us see it. As you will see in the photos, it was a big hit with my youngest, lol. Looks and sounds amazing on the move. I'm sure the neighbours will now be "concerned", lol.

sasquatch · sasquatch

Few short videos here you may find interesting. http://www.channellock.com/experience.aspx (I was surprised that the wire cutters were still filed by hand.)

hemikev · hemikev

Today at the show i was told to look for 1 don cloake , he was a hemi guy back in the day maybe still is , heard lived on hamilton mountain , any 1 have any contact info thanx in advance ... -- Edited by hemikev on Sunday 15th of April 2012 11:02:19 PM

Rustynuts · Rustynuts

So I had the newly aquired '90 chevy ck 1500 4x4 on the hoist changing over the 4x4 actuator when I noticed a flash. Here there was a large wire from the battery sparking on an exhaust shield. It was burnt almost all the way through and with no fuse blown. Luckily I caught it before I was stranded somewhere...

69SS454 · 69SS454

Pic #1 is not bad but you have got to check out pic #2…WOOhoo!!! http://thethrottle.thechive.com/2013/04/18/its-friday-time-for-a-dirty-dar-75-photos/ Cool site with lots of good car related stuff. Enjoy

Someone · Someone

I was out walking the dog at 7pm tonight and saw the MOE out cruising Liberty Street in Bowmanville in a white Impala. Just has Ontario on the doors, but driver window was all the way down and saw the uniform.

will · will

Check out this very well done video on this years Riddler Award. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQccO0oygFU

Candy-Man · Candy-Man

I have been after this picture for some time, as this may be one of Canada's first rear engine dragsters built by a couple young fella's in their early 20's in the late 1950's / early 1960's in a small town just west of Kingston, Ontario name Odessa. Instead of repeating everything I know about the drags...

166slingshot · 166slingshot

Question for all you seasoned racers out there. I'm restoring this slingshot dragster I bought in the Fall of last year. I see that there are "L9" bolts and nuts used for all the fasteners on the car. (Steering joints, front axle mounting, etc.) Is this madatory by NHRA or IHRA or can I use Gra...

58Chev · 58Chev

hemikev · hemikev

show was ok , alot of diecast , plastic , some current street cars and a few drag cars from yeasteryear , not much to do with drag racing memories , but i did not see any socks or sunglasses for sale .. not far off im sure ... I did how ever meet the guy whos restoring John petries supercar clinic 70 hemi c...

sasquatch · sasquatch

Dangerous game they are playing with these: http://www.choice-distribution.com/bolts.htm

sasquatch · sasquatch

Just reading about the history of the 401 hwy, and discovered a few things i wasn't aware of: The hiway is 510 miles long , without a stoplight. First started in 1939, progress was suspended with the outbreak of WW 2. Construction began again in late46 and early 47. The right of way for the highway was a s...

fatstax · fatstax

src="http://www.liveleak.com/ll_embed?f=6377f8288a26"

hemi43 · hemi43

http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=1e2_1365795228

Rochie · Rochie

PLEASE sign this and send it on to as many as you can http://www.scrapdriveclean.ca/liberals-ignore-facts-introduce-more-stringent-drive-clean-test/#more-139

fatchuk · fatchuk

http://dragracingonline.com/index.html

166slingshot · 166slingshot

This might be a crazy question but do any of you guys that are racing carry any kind of special life or liability insurance? If so, where can I inquire about it. Just thought I should get some life insurance, so the better half will be happy... not that I'm planning to have anything happen...

will · will

From Don Garlits Dear Friends, My long life buddy, partner and friend died at home this morning at 6 AM. This was the final result of an Airboat accident several years ago, Art was injured severely and never fully recovered. I talked to him on March 27th and he was in good spirits, thought he had lost a l...

flatblack55delivery · flatblack55delivery

I was looking at the stuff for sale on Kijiji and got to wondering if all areas are the same.When a local car goes for sale all the guys notice and say" Buddy" has his car for sale or did you see "Buddys"selling his ride.Would you buy a local well known car .If someone buys it how lo...

fatchuk · fatchuk

Kijiji Ontario > London > cars & vehicles > classic cars > Ad ID 473280881Back to Search | < Previous | Next >1965 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible View larger image Date Listed10-Apr-13Price$95,000.00AddressNewport, VT, USA View mapFor Sale ByOwner...

Grumper · Grumper

Hey Wayne I've sent you a PM.

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	9" Ford rear end question (Preview) I have replaced my axle bearings with what I think are called GM style bearings featuring an "O" ring around the outer diameter. The bearings are also sealed. Does this eliminate the need for the traditional axle seal?	Ragtop	5	976	May 8, 2013 by Ragtop
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	RIP Dean Jeffries Dean Jeffries Jeff pinstriping custom Hollywood (Preview) Today we have lost another icon, Dean Jeffries has gone to join the ranks of Von Dutch, Ed Roth and Larry WatsoN in his 80th year. I will miss this man, he was yet another of my inspirations ,first as an accomplished pinstriper when he was young and again when he opened his shop in Hollywood right till the...	Chris Stapley	2	2223	May 8, 2013 by flatblack55delivery
	I decided to come out... (Preview) Yahoo....Yep the sun was shinning and I just couldn't stand it any more...so I'm out..had her out for a nice afternoon run ..had to check for any leaks or ..pulled the engine down over the winter and and freshened up all the gaskets cleaned all the wiring connections ,tightened up all the under body bot...	fatchuk	42	1842	May 8, 2013 by fatchuk
	Talladega.......is (Preview) one of my favourite race tracks and watching the race now.	Rustynuts	9	764	May 7, 2013 by Ziggy
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	CLONES (Preview) Why is it that when folks have a clone or tribute car they seem to think it is worth what the original is worth? I ask myself this question every time I see an add on Kijiji or simalar sites. I also know that most owners spent quite a bit to clone a car but it still doesnt make it original. I know I wouldn't pay th...	Modfather	22	1815	May 3, 2013 by Beachcat
	Check out this collection (Preview) Buddy started his collection about 20 years ago, it's open to the public if your ever on the Rock, and yes he has a Daytona also. http://www.vernonsantiquetoyshop.ca/	oldkoot	1	486	May 3, 2013 by sasquatch
	Too Many Changes (Preview) This happened last year but I'll share because I feel I learned a valuable lesson. While the p/u ('68 GMC) was down for the winter I did a few projects. Started with lowering, 3" drop spindles and 4" coils. Front lower control arms needed some rework due to clearance issues with 15" tir...	IR Mechanik	4	737	May 3, 2013 by Sloorider
	SBC swap. (Preview) Funny, but not really. Play safe fella's http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=acc_1367278543	DaveM	7	677	May 3, 2013 by janies dirty 37
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	3 0r 400 pictures (Preview) the NSRA Western Nationals http://www.highway99hotrods.com/Events/NSRAWest13/index.htm	jarvis1	0	455	May 1, 2013 by jarvis1
	Tackaberry (Preview) I jumped at the chance to see George Tackaberry's collection, it was the outing for our 2 day spring meeting in Oshawa. He is a great man, down to earth and is very proud of the collection he has but enthused to have others enjoy it as well. Chris Stapley your a lucky man to have him as a freind. His collectio...	spinner43	10	5112	Apr 30, 2013 by henrys57wagon
	Car clubs in the Milton area (Preview) Hey everyone! I was doing some body repair on my '72 C10 last friday night when I got to thinking... are there any really active car clubs in the Milton area? I'd love to be in a club like the 'Lead Kings', but I don't fit the vehicle profile (for now). I'm looking for a true club... you know... the ones who he...	dodgy canuck	3	1413	Apr 30, 2013 by Cat in the Hat
	5.3 ls motor (Preview) anyways i picked upa 2000 suburban today, high miler with a 5.3 vortec. is there any point to saving it or is it not an ls engine like it looks? it quit running and has 480000 on it. it may be a wrecked engine or not.	fatstax	8	3528	Apr 30, 2013 by Hog
	the Taxman at the U S swapmeets - really (Preview) I just read on 1 of the mopar forums im on ,, warning vendors and buyers -- The taxman will be at some of the bigger swapmeets to collect their money from both buyers and sellers... They want their money on new and used parts .. wow Is that messed up or what .. Really wtf	hemikev	17	1283	Apr 29, 2013 by fatchuk
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	1961-64 Ski Doo (Preview) This sled came into my work a few days ago for an exhibit. Just thought it's cool to see and figured some would enjoy. I don't know the year exactly but the auction tag on it says 61-64 ski doo.	scott420p	12	3623	Apr 29, 2013 by shag766
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	Insurance company suggestions? (Preview) I have my 05 jeep up for sale/trade, and have received a ton of great trade offers. More than a few that have had me drooling on my keyboard. I always call my insurance company to get a quote on what my rates would be. I called them about a month ago while I was working on a deal for a dually pickup, and the guy to...	Lthlwpn	13	1137	Apr 27, 2013 by Molten
	It makes you wonder (Preview) I have seen this before but it still gets my blood boiling. Randy http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=Lvl5Gan69Wo	v8deuce	0	568	Apr 27, 2013 by v8deuce
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	Hey Rustynuts! Check this out..... (Preview) Found this pic of your car back in the day.	Ratmotor	1	615	Apr 26, 2013 by Rustynuts
	I hate this guy (Preview) http://www.youtube.com/embed/IL6AiMdX36I?feature=player_embedded	poncho62	9	895	Apr 26, 2013 by oldkoot
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	Channellocks: (Preview) Few short videos here you may find interesting. http://www.channellock.com/experience.aspx (I was surprised that the wire cutters were still filed by hand.)	sasquatch	9	755	Apr 26, 2013 by Fordy Acres Car Farm
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	close call! (Preview) So I had the newly aquired '90 chevy ck 1500 4x4 on the hoist changing over the 4x4 actuator when I noticed a flash. Here there was a large wire from the battery sparking on an exhaust shield. It was burnt almost all the way through and with no fuse blown. Luckily I caught it before I was stranded somewhere...	Rustynuts	10	854	Apr 24, 2013 by Rustynuts
	Wild Thing on "The Throttle" (Preview) Pic #1 is not bad but you have got to check out pic #2…WOOhoo!!! http://thethrottle.thechive.com/2013/04/18/its-friday-time-for-a-dirty-dar-75-photos/ Cool site with lots of good car related stuff. Enjoy	69SS454	3	757	Apr 21, 2013 by slab
	MOE sighting (Preview) I was out walking the dog at 7pm tonight and saw the MOE out cruising Liberty Street in Bowmanville in a white Impala. Just has Ontario on the doors, but driver window was all the way down and saw the uniform.	Someone	40	2141	Apr 21, 2013 by Bruce Rossiter
	Riddler Award from Detroit Autorama - 2013 (Preview) Check out this very well done video on this years Riddler Award. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQccO0oygFU	will	7	1064	Apr 20, 2013 by 33 fuel
	One of Canada's First Rear Engine Dragsters ? (Preview) I have been after this picture for some time, as this may be one of Canada's first rear engine dragsters built by a couple young fella's in their early 20's in the late 1950's / early 1960's in a small town just west of Kingston, Ontario name Odessa. Instead of repeating everything I know about the drags...	Candy-Man	4	1570	Apr 20, 2013 by slim
	Nuts and bolts (Preview) Question for all you seasoned racers out there. I'm restoring this slingshot dragster I bought in the Fall of last year. I see that there are "L9" bolts and nuts used for all the fasteners on the car. (Steering joints, front axle mounting, etc.) Is this madatory by NHRA or IHRA or can I use Gra...	166slingshot	7	775	Apr 17, 2013 by oldkoot
	Lemon Aid car show circa 1991 (Preview)	58Chev	0	742	Apr 16, 2013 by 58Chev
	So at the dragrace memory show today (Preview) show was ok , alot of diecast , plastic , some current street cars and a few drag cars from yeasteryear , not much to do with drag racing memories , but i did not see any socks or sunglasses for sale .. not far off im sure ... I did how ever meet the guy whos restoring John petries supercar clinic 70 hemi c...	hemikev	3	2246	Apr 16, 2013 by 33 fuel
	Counterfiet Bolts!! (Preview) Dangerous game they are playing with these: http://www.choice-distribution.com/bolts.htm	sasquatch	3	733	Apr 16, 2013 by henrys57wagon
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	make it stop (Preview) src="http://www.liveleak.com/ll_embed?f=6377f8288a26"	fatstax	6	801	Apr 15, 2013 by Fordy Acres Car Farm
	Some things are just cooler than cars !! (Preview) http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=1e2_1365795228	hemi43	4	564	Apr 14, 2013 by hemi43
	Here's your chance to have your voice heard (Preview) PLEASE sign this and send it on to as many as you can http://www.scrapdriveclean.ca/liberals-ignore-facts-introduce-more-stringent-drive-clean-test/#more-139	Rochie	32	1959	Apr 14, 2013 by parklane
	Lots of drag racing.. (Preview) http://dragracingonline.com/index.html	fatchuk	0	587	Apr 13, 2013 by fatchuk
	Racing Insurance?? (Preview) This might be a crazy question but do any of you guys that are racing carry any kind of special life or liability insurance? If so, where can I inquire about it. Just thought I should get some life insurance, so the better half will be happy... not that I'm planning to have anything happen...	166slingshot	15	1323	Apr 13, 2013 by 77
	The passing of Art Malone (Preview) From Don Garlits Dear Friends, My long life buddy, partner and friend died at home this morning at 6 AM. This was the final result of an Airboat accident several years ago, Art was injured severely and never fully recovered. I talked to him on March 27th and he was in good spirits, thought he had lost a l...	will	11	29082	Apr 13, 2013 by fatchuk
	Local cars for sale (Preview) I was looking at the stuff for sale on Kijiji and got to wondering if all areas are the same.When a local car goes for sale all the guys notice and say" Buddy" has his car for sale or did you see "Buddys"selling his ride.Would you buy a local well known car .If someone buys it how lo...	flatblack55delivery	15	1521	Apr 13, 2013 by will
	Nice car but ..$95,gs ??? (Preview) Kijiji Ontario > London > cars & vehicles > classic cars > Ad ID 473280881Back to Search \| < Previous \| Next >1965 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible View larger image Date Listed10-Apr-13Price$95,000.00AddressNewport, VT, USA View mapFor Sale ByOwner...	fatchuk	6	757	Apr 12, 2013 by Beachcat
	Rochie to the bat phone (Preview) Hey Wayne I've sent you a PM.	Grumper	9	711	Apr 12, 2013 by sasquatch
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