General Car Talk

Bryan · Bryan

Huron County OPP officers are investigating an overnight theft of a vintage sports car. The 1969 Chevrolet Camaro car was stolen from the backyard of a residence located on Maple Street in Clinton sometime between 11:00 p.m. last night and 7:00 a.m. this morning The restored 1969 Chevrolet Camaro i...

Fred Winterburn · Fred Winterburn

Folks, I heard a nasty rumour yesterday from my brother in law. He told me there is a rumour going around that the Ontario government is going to legislate that car parts can only be ordered and installed by licensed mechanics. He didn't know whether it only applied to safety related parts such as bra...

janies dirty 37 · janies dirty 37

Just supposedly had an earthquake up here. News say's 4.7 or something ???? But I was wondering if Sherwood has fired up his ride and driving it around my neck of the woods and not an earthquake??? lol Janice

JPB · JPB

Next to " Grumpy Jenkins" my other favorite Owner /Driver. Rest in peace Wild Man. http://www.headerflames.com/jungle/

poncho62 · poncho62

hemikev · hemikev

Any one here still into metalflake, toying with idea of flaking my bucket.. Any one ever metalflake a car???????

FALLSGUY1955 · FALLSGUY1955

Hi guys, Did anyone here happen to purchase that 51 ford two door that was offered for sale on kijiji over the weekend? The car was listed for 5500.00 but when I talked to the lady who owned it she said she would talk $3000.00 because someone had told her that it was only worth 2500.00 because it had a must...

BIG DADDY · BIG DADDY

http://video.ca.msn.com/watch/video/the-human-chair/2j6jh9k1?from=en-ca-infopane-- Edited by BIG DADDY on Saturday 13th of...

flatblack55delivery · flatblack55delivery

I am curious aboiut this Mad Frog 27T that keeps comming up on Kijiji.I have noticed the car on and off for a couple of years.It looks like a decent car and can't figure out why it doesn't sell as the price seams reasonable.I remember a couple of years ago it was forsale and then there was an add saying that t...

Candy-Man · Candy-Man

For those of you who may have attended NHRA drag races in the 60’s and 70’s, or watched old footage, you may have remembered the “Canadian Indian” performing his rain dance before each event. Well the Canadian Indian is in fact 76 years young, currently rebuilding his 40/41 Willys coupe to tear up the 1...

v8deuce · v8deuce

I saw this 37 at Rocton yesterday and wanted to take some pictures but I stood staring for so long I forgot(part of the grey hair syndrome) I got one at least and I think it's a boss 429 and it's all aluminum

v8deuce · v8deuce

-- Edited by v8deuce on Sunday 12th of May 2013 10:35:18 AM

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

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	Hey Rustynuts! Check this out..... (Preview) Found this pic of your car back in the day.	Ratmotor	1	679	Apr 26, 2013 by Rustynuts
	I hate this guy (Preview) http://www.youtube.com/embed/IL6AiMdX36I?feature=player_embedded	poncho62	9	978	Apr 26, 2013 by oldkoot
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