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Cuddles · Cuddles

Hello: Yes, I know, focus on one thing and get it done and move on. I should but I can't help it. I do all different portions from day to day. Anyway, I have been making some progress on a headliner (I think) but I am not all that familiar with spray foam (Great Stuff). I used a can on the house once or twice...

Cuddles · Cuddles

I hope I didn't already post this project. I forget. But if not, here goes. I built two spark plug wire harness covers after I saw them on a few rods at a show last summer. I used two flat sheets of stainless steel from an old bar-b-q and cut them to size and shape. Then I found a style of font I like from th...

classsic · classsic

My 1981 chev pickup was side swiped in the winter storage compound and now needs a repair to the box. I have been to a dozen auto body shops and they can not help me because all they do is collison work and insurance work. Does anyone know of a body shop in the Ottawa or the surrounding area that may do repai...

Cuddles · Cuddles

Well it isn't much and the welds look really bad and it is a little crooked even though I tried to weld it straight but the important thing is ... IT WORKS ! It works great ! I just tried making 3 tucks to see how it went and all 3 were exactly the same, exactly where I wanted them and were just the size of tuck I...

Seeker1056 · Seeker1056

bought a power window kit - has the chrome single and 4 gang switches no templates for cutting out the switch holes supplied anyone out there with templates or know where I can get some? would rather be precise rather than by guess n by golly

Dustman · Dustman

Anyone use a donut wheel? I'm talking about the skinny steel spare wheel only put a real tire on it. Off a gm midsize car (cutlass, monte, Camaro, etc.)I'm thinking they'd be much cheaper than ordering from wheel vintiques or someone like that.

hotrod-steve · hotrod-steve

Does anyone know of a supplier who can get early Chev brake parts? I am using a mid 60s van axle on my truck project and need front hoses and wheel cylinders.

Iron-Man · Iron-Man

92 sierra 3 sp with over drive. New engine, removed computer, transmission has electronic over drive. How do I bypass the computer so over drive works? Or is it even possible?

Iron-Man · Iron-Man

I have a 383 stroker and just curious on what spark plugs and gap people are using. Platium vs reg vs v groove.

Luckylou · Luckylou

does anybody know were I can get an original 1930 Ford axle dropped locally,, I tryed a few on the states side but the shipping is more than the work,, thanks for your time

supernash · supernash

Guys, working on this weapon replacing timing belt, trans filter etc, small floor board repair and a carb rebuild. The 2bbl Holley has this EFE base gasket for emissions. The kit does not have it with the wires/heating thing as in the pics, just a normal base gasket. Anybody ever come across this befor...

Sniper · Sniper

I had tried various alternative cleaners in the past with dismal results. Years ago we had the carb dip that came in the 2 gallon pail. Worked great, but was wicked stuff. You always ended up with at least a trace of it on your hands. The stench would last for about three days. Just handling the pieces afte...

Iron-Man · Iron-Man

Can I use my existing in tank fuel pump with a Edelbrock 650 carb? Orginal engine was throttle body sbc. What pressure range will I need? Thanks

Jeff66 · Jeff66

anyone have the rear seat dimensions for a Wrangler. Just trying to workout if a bench will,work in the car.

lmcair · lmcair

I have a 1952 GMC truck with a frt independent suspension from a 1974 chev truck. have a 1969 nova rearend under the back. want to use the same bolt pattern as the rear diff on the frt. Can S10 frt spindles be used with the A arms from the 73 suspension if S10 ball joints will work in the ball joint mounts of the...

ram1976 · ram1976

Hi all, I'm looking for someone who can able to diagnose and fix the starting issue on the engine. Would like to check the following... Vacuum leaks Bad Plug wires Spark Plug, Low compression Starter (it is new, but would like to check it out) Ignition issue idle issue Preferred in Scarborough or Aj...

Cuddles · Cuddles

I need to find someone reputable to work on a 1989 Corvette in the Dorchester area. My in-laws both have dementia and their daughter needs to get a safety for their car. It sat in their garage for a while but he had taken it out from time to time. It could be done over the winter as a project for someone with...

DJD · DJD

gotta be industrial /life time (me) quality - must allow full 360* ++ rotation of pickup screen at end of tube must be oil proof seals of course I'd swear mopar used to have a stock looking pickup tube with a swivel on the pick up pan at the end but I can find no trace they ever existed the milodon stuff wo...

Sniper · Sniper

I run wide whites, and raised white letter tires, and have had my share of grubby smudges and brake dust to contend with. Tried a lot of the cleaners out there, the typical Simple Green, Fantastic, SOS, Scotchpads, bleach etc. etc. Even tried the so called commercial tire cleaner sprays, foams and so f...

Redneck Rydes · 77

Its kinda car related trailer lights . I,ve bought bulbs from several different sources and I,m getting broken filaments On both my utility and miska tandem car trailer the miska tows fairly smooth loaded / unloaded The utility has the heavier spring sets and bounces a bit . Lights are mounted secu...

Jeff66 · Jeff66

Stood in the garage last Sunday with my son, looking at the front end of the Prefect.. I have a 3 core rad, with a electric pull fan. The motor is a 350ci with wrapped headers. As you can imagine, it gets kinda hot under the hood. The hood has a cal custom scoop, (something I don't really care for). Anyway, w...

ram1976 · ram1976

Hi all, I have a 47 Chevy 2D on a 1988 Oldsmobile cutlass frame with SBS 305. Noticed oil leak under the dashboard. I see some oil sports on the steering column, driver side carpet and center of dashboard. its basically damaged the radio too. But could not find where is it from? no evidence on the firewa...

Iron-Man · Iron-Man

I recently swapped out my 305 for a 383 stroker. I'm not reading anything on my temp guage in the truck. I used the same temp sensor by the thermostat housing and what I believe is the temp switch in between number 1 and 3 cylinders. Do I need the temp switch if I'm not using an electric fan at the moment? Than...

Iron-Man · Iron-Man

Hey guys, if anyone in the london area is looking for some extra cash or even the barter system with some welding etc please contact me. Basically I just swapped out my engine from the orginal 305 to a 383 stroker. I basically need help with getting the guages working properly, timing and just cleaning u...

Jeff66 · Jeff66

so, looking at going for the sixties gasser look on the car. At the moment, it has no door internals or glass or anything.i am thinking up/down system, or sliding two piece, like the TLB 55 Chevy. Anyone done this? Have any tips, plans? Want it to look tidy, and I don't want winders at all. -- Edited by Jeff...

DJD · 77

Hey all . I have some blocks and cranks that I have to bag and store in my garage until my drag car , The Little gremlin , is sold The cranks and blocks will be wrapped in heavy plastic and taped . BUT I need some tips on what I could aerosol spray them with to deal with rusting on fresh metal . I cant paint or thick...

RumblingBolts · RumblingBolts

My buddy has a 76 square body. It is his first old vehicle. The truck has the old big steel farmer bumper on the back. He wants something nicer but doesn't have a lot of money. The local junk yard has a mid 80's truck with a good front bumper. Has anyone try to put a front bumper on the back of one of these trucks...

Cuddles · Cuddles

Hello: I imagine most here already know the procedure for using a tube bender but for any novice out there who, like me, doesn't know the key to using a tube bender, I highly recommend watching this short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Qc-80jdinM Apparently, using a vise is crucial...

Nickeleye · Nickeleye

Good Morning Everyone, I've been reading a lot lately about superchargers. I have a question.... Is compression just plain compression and doesn't matter how it got there?. Does a bottom end know in which way the compression was achieved? For example if you have a blown motor with a static compressi...

supernash · supernash

I'm scratching my head on this one guys. This truck had no whirl/noise etc from the tank/pump so I thought the pump was done. I kinda thought maybe froze up so left it in the shop to thaw over night. Next day it fired up fine but it wasn't soon after, the pump sounded like it was trying to pump gravel. I took it...

Livetodrive · Livetodrive

Many years ago when I was an apprentice, my boss told me to always check true top dead centre before installing a vibration dampener. The advice finally paid off on this 1970 351 Cleveland. It had apparently never run properly, lacked power, high fuel consumption etc. It looks like the factory bal...

Member with lathe needed · 77

Hey all , need a small job done . I,m making new wheels and axle for a small hunt camp trailer I have . I have two 2 ft long pieces of steel cold rolled that I need milled down about a 6 inch length to fit into the rims . . The round is approx. 1 inch dia and needs turned down IIRC about 60 thou . Any one near Barrie are...

Sniper · Sniper

I have a pickup that likes to slobber trans fluid during the winter months when it's parked for extended periods. Likely the O ring on the filler tube is the culprit, once the convertor drains back it makes it's way past, and to the floor making a big mess. This tip doesn't fix the drool, but it will contai...

henrys57wagon · henrys57wagon

My buddy won it on an auction and it is listed as C-450-DW. I looked up the number but could not get any info on it. We pick it up next week. Thanks

Northern 52 · Northern 52

I have a crate 5.7 Vortec engine and for fuel lines have so far figured out I need -8AN and -6AN fittings (or JIC 8 and JIC 6) to connect to the existing engine fuel lines to the spider injectors, but then what? I picked up a new gas tank (2000 Sonoma replacement) that has what appear to be plastic push on conn...

Hot Rod 123 · Hot Rod 123

I wonder if anyone knows anything about a Ford-Smith two post hoist I got it and it was already taken down and I'm having trouble figuring out the low pressure air lines that operate the controls Anyone have a diagram of how it is connected? Thanks

Steves29 · Steves29

Any good guys in the Cobourg area good with convertible tops of the 70s?

Cuddles · Cuddles

Hello: I recently had a small, narrow screw brake in half while screwing it into my frame. It broke flush with the frame so I figured I should carefully try to drill it out. I was almost successful but then the drill bit broke flush with the frame. On the bright side, it is only a small drill bit but it s...

Cuddles · Cuddles

Hello: I am soon to paint the inside portion of my firewall in my 29 model A Tudor. It is my understanding that I should paint every surface to keep rust away and that I should also cover nearly every surface with insulation to deaden the sound and in this case, to keep engine heat out of the cab. So my que...

Mattmctree · Mattmctree

Not really hot rod related but I'm looking for some input. I'm changing all the gear oil in the diffs and tranny and t case on my 2009 Toyota Tacoma. and the manual calls for 75-90 but all I can locate at any stores is 75-90 synthetic. always heard that you can't use synthetic after using regular as it dama...

Mattmctree · Mattmctree

Any advice on cleaning out years of crud from cross members and frame rails. They are all boxed design and I can't get access to front or back as openings are welded in by P.O.. has anyone undertook cutting frames open for cleaning and then welding then back up again. I've got an old frame which I can pract...

hotrod-steve · hotrod-steve

Im looking for a fairly narrow 5 bolt chev rear end . Im thinking S10. can anyone tell me the backing plate to backing plate dimension?

Northern 52 · Northern 52

I'm having a difficult time determining the best reference point on a 4l60e transmission to measure the drive-line angle from. Can I use the top of the casing by the gear select electrical plug or is there a better spot? I had to hack the old 4.3 v6 mount out due to the installation of the 5.7 v8 engine. ...

Northern 52 · Northern 52

I can get the rad I need from Summit Racing in the U.S. but would prefer a Canadian source if possible for the same one or similar. Any ideas as to where I might get one or have one made? The Ideal rad is the Summit part number SUM-381324 or at least one with the same dimensions. -- Edited by Northern 52 on Tu...

markc · markc

I am thinking about converting my carb to EFI on a 275hp 350. I really like the idea of ease of start and idle. For those that have done it what system did you use, where did you source and anything else you want to share on it.

Northern 52 · Northern 52

After a long winter (and spring) lack of building progress, I finally got back to my chassis. To recap, I am installing a 1952 Chevy truck body on a 2000 Sonoma chassis. I lowered the engine into place last weekend to see how the engine and trans mounts will work out. With this year of truck, the engine...

Cuddles · Cuddles

Hello: I have to mount my windshield wiper motor in my model A Tudor soon if I am to pass a safety. Is there an exact position I should drill or does it just go wherever I choose? Thank you.

Cuddles · Cuddles

Hello again: I am researching the air bag systems and struts and cantilever and, well , the list goes on. I'd like to be able to lower my ride but still have a lot of research to do. Any advice? My ride is pretty open so I think a lot of options are open to me.

classsic · classsic

My 250ci six cylinder engine, in my 1981 Chev half ton, has a strange looking valve cover. Big humps on top that I assume is for all the engine pollution equipment at that time. I thinking I would like to re-paint it to clean up the engine. The colour is blue.... but is there a paint code for this blue? ...

hotrod-steve · hotrod-steve

I had a car painted last year in a urethane metallic and it has some orange peel. Just wondering if I can sand or buff it out and if so, how to go about it.Any help is appreciated -thanks Steve

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	Spray foam (Preview) Hello: Yes, I know, focus on one thing and get it done and move on. I should but I can't help it. I do all different portions from day to day. Anyway, I have been making some progress on a headliner (I think) but I am not all that familiar with spray foam (Great Stuff). I used a can on the house once or twice...	Cuddles	7	150	yesterday by Iwannagofast
	With all this support, I am compelled to add this (Preview) I hope I didn't already post this project. I forget. But if not, here goes. I built two spark plug wire harness covers after I saw them on a few rods at a show last summer. I used two flat sheets of stainless steel from an old bar-b-q and cut them to size and shape. Then I found a style of font I like from th...	Cuddles	6	295	3 days ago by Cuddles
	Help Please (Preview) My 1981 chev pickup was side swiped in the winter storage compound and now needs a repair to the box. I have been to a dozen auto body shops and they can not help me because all they do is collison work and insurance work. Does anyone know of a body shop in the Ottawa or the surrounding area that may do repai...	classsic	3	181	7 days ago by Marten
	Yeah, I know. It aint much. (Preview) Well it isn't much and the welds look really bad and it is a little crooked even though I tried to weld it straight but the important thing is ... IT WORKS ! It works great ! I just tried making 3 tucks to see how it went and all 3 were exactly the same, exactly where I wanted them and were just the size of tuck I...	Cuddles	11	291	12 days ago by Iwannagofast
	switch templates (Preview) bought a power window kit - has the chrome single and 4 gang switches no templates for cutting out the switch holes supplied anyone out there with templates or know where I can get some? would rather be precise rather than by guess n by golly	Seeker1056	5	194	March 15th by Seeker1056
	Skinny donut spares (Preview) Anyone use a donut wheel? I'm talking about the skinny steel spare wheel only put a real tire on it. Off a gm midsize car (cutlass, monte, Camaro, etc.)I'm thinking they'd be much cheaper than ordering from wheel vintiques or someone like that.	Dustman	7	249	March 6th by tc
	brake hoses (Preview) Does anyone know of a supplier who can get early Chev brake parts? I am using a mid 60s van axle on my truck project and need front hoses and wheel cylinders.	hotrod-steve	5	202	February 21st by hotrod-steve
	Bypassing computer for over drive (Preview) 92 sierra 3 sp with over drive. New engine, removed computer, transmission has electronic over drive. How do I bypass the computer so over drive works? Or is it even possible?	Iron-Man	8	364	February 5th by 123pugsy
	Spark plugs (Preview) I have a 383 stroker and just curious on what spark plugs and gap people are using. Platium vs reg vs v groove.	Iron-Man	3	189	January 12th by poncho62
	Dropped I beam (Preview) does anybody know were I can get an original 1930 Ford axle dropped locally,, I tryed a few on the states side but the shipping is more than the work,, thanks for your time	Luckylou	2	265	November 24th by Luckylou
	1986 Acadian 1.6 (Preview) Guys, working on this weapon replacing timing belt, trans filter etc, small floor board repair and a carb rebuild. The 2bbl Holley has this EFE base gasket for emissions. The kit does not have it with the wires/heating thing as in the pics, just a normal base gasket. Anybody ever come across this befor...	supernash	11	388	October 27th by lmcair
	Pine-sol as a carb cleaner (Preview) I had tried various alternative cleaners in the past with dismal results. Years ago we had the carb dip that came in the 2 gallon pail. Worked great, but was wicked stuff. You always ended up with at least a trace of it on your hands. The stench would last for about three days. Just handling the pieces afte...	Sniper	9	396	October 24th by scotty
	Manual or electric fuel pump? (Preview) Can I use my existing in tank fuel pump with a Edelbrock 650 carb? Orginal engine was throttle body sbc. What pressure range will I need? Thanks	Iron-Man	4	271	October 14th by Iron-Man
	Jeep rear seat dimensions. (Preview) anyone have the rear seat dimensions for a Wrangler. Just trying to workout if a bench will,work in the car.	Jeff66	1	218	October 13th by Sniper
	what is involved in getting a 1990 chevy S10 spindle to work on 1973 chevy full size truck A arms ? (Preview) I have a 1952 GMC truck with a frt independent suspension from a 1974 chev truck. have a 1969 nova rearend under the back. want to use the same bolt pattern as the rear diff on the frt. Can S10 frt spindles be used with the A arms from the 73 suspension if S10 ball joints will work in the ball joint mounts of the...	lmcair	7	358	October 12th by wuga
	Need help on 350 SBS (Preview) Hi all, I'm looking for someone who can able to diagnose and fix the starting issue on the engine. Would like to check the following... Vacuum leaks Bad Plug wires Spark Plug, Low compression Starter (it is new, but would like to check it out) Ignition issue idle issue Preferred in Scarborough or Aj...	ram1976	2	249	Sep 27, 2019 by ram1976
	1989 Corvette i Dorchester (Preview) I need to find someone reputable to work on a 1989 Corvette in the Dorchester area. My in-laws both have dementia and their daughter needs to get a safety for their car. It sat in their garage for a while but he had taken it out from time to time. It could be done over the winter as a project for someone with...	Cuddles	2	273	Sep 22, 2019 by Cuddles
	trying to find swivel suitable for oil pump pick-up (Preview) gotta be industrial /life time (me) quality - must allow full 360* ++ rotation of pickup screen at end of tube must be oil proof seals of course I'd swear mopar used to have a stock looking pickup tube with a swivel on the pick up pan at the end but I can find no trace they ever existed the milodon stuff wo...	DJD	7	434	Sep 12, 2019 by gkent
	Whitewall cleaner....that works!! (Preview) I run wide whites, and raised white letter tires, and have had my share of grubby smudges and brake dust to contend with. Tried a lot of the cleaners out there, the typical Simple Green, Fantastic, SOS, Scotchpads, bleach etc. etc. Even tried the so called commercial tire cleaner sprays, foams and so f...	Sniper	11	1419	Aug 25, 2019 by Chris Stapley
	Trailer lighting (Preview) Its kinda car related trailer lights . I,ve bought bulbs from several different sources and I,m getting broken filaments On both my utility and miska tandem car trailer the miska tows fairly smooth loaded / unloaded The utility has the heavier spring sets and bounces a bit . Lights are mounted secu...	77	3	310	Aug 4, 2019 by Redneck Rydes
	Engine air flow... (Preview) Stood in the garage last Sunday with my son, looking at the front end of the Prefect.. I have a 3 core rad, with a electric pull fan. The motor is a 350ci with wrapped headers. As you can imagine, it gets kinda hot under the hood. The hood has a cal custom scoop, (something I don't really care for). Anyway, w...	Jeff66	17	461	Aug 2, 2019 by 51 Styline
	oil leak under dashboard (Preview) Hi all, I have a 47 Chevy 2D on a 1988 Oldsmobile cutlass frame with SBS 305. Noticed oil leak under the dashboard. I see some oil sports on the steering column, driver side carpet and center of dashboard. its basically damaged the radio too. But could not find where is it from? no evidence on the firewa...	ram1976	7	425	Jul 12, 2019 by DJD
	Temp sensor (Preview) I recently swapped out my 305 for a 383 stroker. I'm not reading anything on my temp guage in the truck. I used the same temp sensor by the thermostat housing and what I believe is the temp switch in between number 1 and 3 cylinders. Do I need the temp switch if I'm not using an electric fan at the moment? Than...	Iron-Man	8	588	Jun 6, 2019 by DJD
	I need engine help (Preview) Hey guys, if anyone in the london area is looking for some extra cash or even the barter system with some welding etc please contact me. Basically I just swapped out my engine from the orginal 305 to a 383 stroker. I basically need help with getting the guages working properly, timing and just cleaning u...	Iron-Man	0	321	Jun 5, 2019 by Iron-Man
	Front side door glass. (Preview) so, looking at going for the sixties gasser look on the car. At the moment, it has no door internals or glass or anything.i am thinking up/down system, or sliding two piece, like the TLB 55 Chevy. Anyone done this? Have any tips, plans? Want it to look tidy, and I don't want winders at all. -- Edited by Jeff...	Jeff66	5	415	May 19, 2019 by Jeff66
	Simple question storing blocks / cranks (Preview) Hey all . I have some blocks and cranks that I have to bag and store in my garage until my drag car , The Little gremlin , is sold The cranks and blocks will be wrapped in heavy plastic and taped . BUT I need some tips on what I could aerosol spray them with to deal with rusting on fresh metal . I cant paint or thick...	77	7	414	May 12, 2019 by DJD
	1976 Chevy truck rear bumper question (Preview) My buddy has a 76 square body. It is his first old vehicle. The truck has the old big steel farmer bumper on the back. He wants something nicer but doesn't have a lot of money. The local junk yard has a mid 80's truck with a good front bumper. Has anyone try to put a front bumper on the back of one of these trucks...	RumblingBolts	5	412	Apr 12, 2019 by RumblingBolts
	using a tube bender (Preview) Hello: I imagine most here already know the procedure for using a tube bender but for any novice out there who, like me, doesn't know the key to using a tube bender, I highly recommend watching this short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Qc-80jdinM Apparently, using a vise is crucial...	Cuddles	1	508	Apr 12, 2019 by jarvis1
	Supercharging vs NA Compression ratios (Preview) Good Morning Everyone, I've been reading a lot lately about superchargers. I have a question.... Is compression just plain compression and doesn't matter how it got there?. Does a bottom end know in which way the compression was achieved? For example if you have a blown motor with a static compressi...	Nickeleye	3	443	Apr 1, 2019 by GLHS60
	2008 Ford Escape fuel thing (Preview) I'm scratching my head on this one guys. This truck had no whirl/noise etc from the tank/pump so I thought the pump was done. I kinda thought maybe froze up so left it in the shop to thaw over night. Next day it fired up fine but it wasn't soon after, the pump sounded like it was trying to pump gravel. I took it...	supernash	8	515	Mar 17, 2019 by supernash
	Sour Running Engine (Preview) Many years ago when I was an apprentice, my boss told me to always check true top dead centre before installing a vibration dampener. The advice finally paid off on this 1970 351 Cleveland. It had apparently never run properly, lacked power, high fuel consumption etc. It looks like the factory bal...	Livetodrive	3	551	Feb 5, 2019 by 77
	Member with lathe needed (Preview) Hey all , need a small job done . I,m making new wheels and axle for a small hunt camp trailer I have . I have two 2 ft long pieces of steel cold rolled that I need milled down about a 6 inch length to fit into the rims . . The round is approx. 1 inch dia and needs turned down IIRC about 60 thou . Any one near Barrie are...	77	0	441	Jan 30, 2019 by 77
	Got a Hot Rod or Bike that likes to drip and drool? Cheap and easy containment pan. (Preview) I have a pickup that likes to slobber trans fluid during the winter months when it's parked for extended periods. Likely the O ring on the filler tube is the culprit, once the convertor drains back it makes it's way past, and to the floor making a big mess. This tip doesn't fix the drool, but it will contai...	Sniper	6	693	Jan 28, 2019 by DJD
	Canox C-450-DW welder info wanted (Preview) My buddy won it on an auction and it is listed as C-450-DW. I looked up the number but could not get any info on it. We pick it up next week. Thanks	henrys57wagon	0	410	Jan 28, 2019 by henrys57wagon
	Plumbing a 5.7 Vortec with 4L60E (Preview) I have a crate 5.7 Vortec engine and for fuel lines have so far figured out I need -8AN and -6AN fittings (or JIC 8 and JIC 6) to connect to the existing engine fuel lines to the spider injectors, but then what? I picked up a new gas tank (2000 Sonoma replacement) that has what appear to be plastic push on conn...	Northern 52	2	637	Oct 2, 2018 by 427CARL
	Ford-Smith hoist (Preview) I wonder if anyone knows anything about a Ford-Smith two post hoist I got it and it was already taken down and I'm having trouble figuring out the low pressure air lines that operate the controls Anyone have a diagram of how it is connected? Thanks	Hot Rod 123	1	655	Sep 20, 2018 by 427CARL
	Convertible top help. (Preview) Any good guys in the Cobourg area good with convertible tops of the 70s?	Steves29	0	654	Aug 14, 2018 by Steves29
	desperate for help on this one (Preview) Hello: I recently had a small, narrow screw brake in half while screwing it into my frame. It broke flush with the frame so I figured I should carefully try to drill it out. I was almost successful but then the drill bit broke flush with the frame. On the bright side, it is only a small drill bit but it s...	Cuddles	3	710	Aug 13, 2018 by Cuddles
	firewall paint (Preview) Hello: I am soon to paint the inside portion of my firewall in my 29 model A Tudor. It is my understanding that I should paint every surface to keep rust away and that I should also cover nearly every surface with insulation to deaden the sound and in this case, to keep engine heat out of the cab. So my que...	Cuddles	3	616	Aug 11, 2018 by Cuddles
	changing oils in newer vehicles regular or synthetic (Preview) Not really hot rod related but I'm looking for some input. I'm changing all the gear oil in the diffs and tranny and t case on my 2009 Toyota Tacoma. and the manual calls for 75-90 but all I can locate at any stores is 75-90 synthetic. always heard that you can't use synthetic after using regular as it dama...	Mattmctree	4	690	Aug 1, 2018 by Lightspeed Mike
	Cleaning put cross members and frame rails (Preview) Any advice on cleaning out years of crud from cross members and frame rails. They are all boxed design and I can't get access to front or back as openings are welded in by P.O.. has anyone undertook cutting frames open for cleaning and then welding then back up again. I've got an old frame which I can pract...	Mattmctree	13	1096	Jul 3, 2018 by Ground Pounder
	S10 rearend (Preview) Im looking for a fairly narrow 5 bolt chev rear end . Im thinking S10. can anyone tell me the backing plate to backing plate dimension?	hotrod-steve	8	897	Jun 29, 2018 by Larry
	Transmission / diff angle. (Preview) I'm having a difficult time determining the best reference point on a 4l60e transmission to measure the drive-line angle from. Can I use the top of the casing by the gear select electrical plug or is there a better spot? I had to hack the old 4.3 v6 mount out due to the installation of the 5.7 v8 engine. ...	Northern 52	10	1255	Jun 11, 2018 by Pete Moss
	Rad source (Preview) I can get the rad I need from Summit Racing in the U.S. but would prefer a Canadian source if possible for the same one or similar. Any ideas as to where I might get one or have one made? The Ideal rad is the Summit part number SUM-381324 or at least one with the same dimensions. -- Edited by Northern 52 on Tu...	Northern 52	3	726	Jun 6, 2018 by Northern 52
	Convert to EFI (Preview) I am thinking about converting my carb to EFI on a 275hp 350. I really like the idea of ease of start and idle. For those that have done it what system did you use, where did you source and anything else you want to share on it.	markc	6	918	May 20, 2018 by markc
	Vortec 5.7 mechanical fuel pump mount question. (Preview) After a long winter (and spring) lack of building progress, I finally got back to my chassis. To recap, I am installing a 1952 Chevy truck body on a 2000 Sonoma chassis. I lowered the engine into place last weekend to see how the engine and trans mounts will work out. With this year of truck, the engine...	Northern 52	11	963	May 16, 2018 by Pete Moss
	windshield wiper (Preview) Hello: I have to mount my windshield wiper motor in my model A Tudor soon if I am to pass a safety. Is there an exact position I should drill or does it just go wherever I choose? Thank you.	Cuddles	2	1035	May 2, 2018 by wuga
	In The Weeds (Preview) Hello again: I am researching the air bag systems and struts and cantilever and, well , the list goes on. I'd like to be able to lower my ride but still have a lot of research to do. Any advice? My ride is pretty open so I think a lot of options are open to me.	Cuddles	11	1804	Apr 26, 2018 by Cuddles
	Another paint question (Preview) My 250ci six cylinder engine, in my 1981 Chev half ton, has a strange looking valve cover. Big humps on top that I assume is for all the engine pollution equipment at that time. I thinking I would like to re-paint it to clean up the engine. The colour is blue.... but is there a paint code for this blue? ...	classsic	2	713	Apr 25, 2018 by classsic
	Body and paint question (Preview) I had a car painted last year in a urethane metallic and it has some orange peel. Just wondering if I can sand or buff it out and if so, how to go about it.Any help is appreciated -thanks Steve	hotrod-steve	3	818	Apr 24, 2018 by hotrod-steve
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