General Car Talk

flatblack55delivery · flatblack55delivery

I just read where Jacksons is closed or cloing and he is haulin cars.What a shame but really most of the stuff he had was not going to be restored anyway.It had been picked thru for years but was still good for some parts.I have baught a lot of parts for projects over the years from that place and if this is...

workin class · workin class

My son was interested in one of the 65 ford 4 door cars for parts but was told they wanted $1500.00 each. This is why kids are not in the old car hobby. He was thinking $500.00. Am I a low baller or should he just give up on fixing his car and sell it ? Im almost done with the pricing of the car hobby. http://ott...

Hotrodron · Hotrodron

Can you guys help me out ? I have a chryco 8 3/4 center section , it is a 489 case with 4.30 gears, anyone have a idea whats it is worth ? Thanks RR -- Edited by Hotrodron on Saturday 11th of May 2013 05:43:00 PM

fatchuk · fatchuk

http://www.standard1320.com/Ivo/Buicks/TwinBuick/TwinBuick.html

Beachcat · Beachcat

v8nova64 · v8nova64

Hi,i am 17 years old and am looking at buying a project car that is about 16 hours away from me. I really like this car and it my dream vehicle but cash is tight and i have no way of getting it down here. Car is a 72 vega located near owen sound ontario. I am in northern ontario. I was just wondering if there was an...

hemikev · hemikev

Who's going, any 1 vending there. Looks as if weather gonna be nice..

fatchuk · fatchuk

http://www.nz-hotrod.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?8914-LVVTA-Aftermarket-Steering-Column-Safety-Alert..

Molten · Molten

Looks like account deleted???? too bad, enjoyed reading his posts.

Seeker1056 · Seeker1056

Who knows of a decent Chevelle parts supplier here in Ontario I have googled several - but the prices seem high, and the reviews seem not so good. The best one for price just closed the doors last week in between orders - that was Performance Car in Marysville I want to buy a complete new white bench seat in...

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

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Jacksons Closed (Preview) I just read where Jacksons is closed or cloing and he is haulin cars.What a shame but really most of the stuff he had was not going to be restored anyway.It had been picked thru for years but was still good for some parts.I have baught a lot of parts for projects over the years from that place and if this is...	flatblack55delivery	11	959	May 12, 2013 by 2inchestoolow
	cool projects BUT (Preview) My son was interested in one of the 65 ford 4 door cars for parts but was told they wanted $1500.00 each. This is why kids are not in the old car hobby. He was thinking $500.00. Am I a low baller or should he just give up on fixing his car and sell it ? Im almost done with the pricing of the car hobby. http://ott...	workin class	20	1474	May 12, 2013 by Ziggy
	Chrysler 8 3/4 diff center section value ??? (Preview) Can you guys help me out ? I have a chryco 8 3/4 center section , it is a 489 case with 4.30 gears, anyone have a idea whats it is worth ? Thanks RR -- Edited by Hotrodron on Saturday 11th of May 2013 05:43:00 PM	Hotrodron	7	714	May 12, 2013 by Hotrodron
	Some Tomy Ivo Nailhead history. (Preview) http://www.standard1320.com/Ivo/Buicks/TwinBuick/TwinBuick.html	fatchuk	6	1794	May 12, 2013 by fatchuk
	Going with a Florida motif this year (Preview)	Beachcat	3	499	May 11, 2013 by jarvis1
	New ontario rodder needing car relay (Preview) Hi,i am 17 years old and am looking at buying a project car that is about 16 hours away from me. I really like this car and it my dream vehicle but cash is tight and i have no way of getting it down here. Car is a 72 vega located near owen sound ontario. I am in northern ontario. I was just wondering if there was an...	v8nova64	12	952	May 11, 2013 by OldGuy 71Acadian
	Rocton this weekend. ( old waterdown )swap meet/carshow (Preview) Who's going, any 1 vending there. Looks as if weather gonna be nice..	hemikev	3	965	May 10, 2013 by Cat in the Hat
	After market Steering columns..read this..Safety concern.. (Preview) http://www.nz-hotrod.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?8914-LVVTA-Aftermarket-Steering-Column-Safety-Alert..	fatchuk	13	1601	May 10, 2013 by henrys57wagon
	Wheres Hemi43? ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Looks like account deleted???? too bad, enjoyed reading his posts.	Molten	51	3274	May 9, 2013 by 2inchestoolow
	Chevelles? (Preview) Who knows of a decent Chevelle parts supplier here in Ontario I have googled several - but the prices seem high, and the reviews seem not so good. The best one for price just closed the doors last week in between orders - that was Performance Car in Marysville I want to buy a complete new white bench seat in...	Seeker1056	5	804	May 8, 2013 by Ziggy
	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	990	May 8, 2013 by Ragtop
	Anyone going to Billetproof in Michigan from Southern Ontario? (Preview) Anyone going to Billetproof in Michigan from Southern Ontario? I am planning on going and am seeing if we can get a caravan going...	RacerRick	6	706	May 8, 2013 by Rochie
	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	2296	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	1856	May 8, 2013 by fatchuk
	Talladega.......is (Preview) one of my favourite race tracks and watching the race now.	Rustynuts	9	779	May 7, 2013 by Ziggy
	Indy 500 (Preview) 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...	v8deuce	5	751	May 4, 2013 by Gazoo
	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	1828	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	501	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	751	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	696	May 3, 2013 by janies dirty 37
	Anyone want to go halvsies with me? (Preview) 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	Grumper	2	966	May 3, 2013 by v8deuce
	3 0r 400 pictures (Preview) the NSRA Western Nationals http://www.highway99hotrods.com/Events/NSRAWest13/index.htm	jarvis1	0	469	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	5161	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	1453	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	3559	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	1306	Apr 29, 2013 by fatchuk
	Ontario Rodders plaque mounting options (Preview) 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...	oldkoot	1	446	Apr 29, 2013 by fatchuk
	Meeting People at Ancaster Swap Meet (Preview) 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.	Chevypkup66	9	1198	Apr 29, 2013 by fatchuk
	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	3719	Apr 29, 2013 by shag766
	ACC carpet (Preview) Looking for local ACC carpet dealers. Post 'em up.	DaveM	3	775	Apr 29, 2013 by oldkoot
	Since I LL be with Dave Scott tomorrow (Preview) I bought that Rossetta Stone langage program ,, also got my scottage slang dictionary ,,..any thing else i need ....	hemikev	6	601	Apr 28, 2013 by sasquatch
	Drive Clean fun (Preview) 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...	Lightspeed Mike	49	11456	Apr 28, 2013 by Ragtop
	A word of warning to those attending Autofest in Oshawa this year !! (Preview) This year's T-shirt logo will be dispaying a picture of a Dodge with shinny paint, so some of you may be offended !!	hemi43	21	1569	Apr 28, 2013 by canucktruck
	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	1152	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	581	Apr 27, 2013 by v8deuce
	exhaust shops (Preview) 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.	77	2	611	Apr 27, 2013 by 77
	Hey Rustynuts! Check this out..... (Preview) Found this pic of your car back in the day.	Ratmotor	1	639	Apr 26, 2013 by Rustynuts
	I hate this guy (Preview) http://www.youtube.com/embed/IL6AiMdX36I?feature=player_embedded	poncho62	9	908	Apr 26, 2013 by oldkoot
	My first rodder visit (Preview) 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.	Dave Scott	15	1184	Apr 26, 2013 by Cat in the Hat
	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	768	Apr 26, 2013 by Fordy Acres Car Farm
	Don Cloake are you out there (Preview) 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	hemikev	7	6511	Apr 25, 2013 by mredford
	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	866	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	773	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	2159	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	1092	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	1583	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	791	Apr 17, 2013 by oldkoot
	Lemon Aid car show circa 1991 (Preview)	58Chev	0	755	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	2265	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	749	Apr 16, 2013 by henrys57wagon
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