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Fuel Sending Unit
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I'm trying to determine if my sending unit is pooched or if its wiring. I've got an autometer fuel gauge that goes past full and stayes there. I'm trying to determine if its the wiring or not but I'm into sure how the wiring goes on this sending unit. The tank and unit is out of a mid-80's full size blazer....
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Grumper
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Anyone know of a good upholster? Needs the 57' bench seats redone...
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Anyone know of a good upholster? Needs the 57' bench seats redone... Everyone here in toronto keeps telling me to "buy seat covers and we can put them on". No body make seat covers for my car and I want a non stock color.
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RacerRick
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Pop Quiz!....Brakes
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Here's the scoop, the brake pedal returns in the up position reaalllyy sloooowwwlllyy. I've never encountered this before, it comes back, but way too slow, takes about 3-4 secs. It's a '71 Duster with power brakes, disc at front, Kelsey Hays, 4 piston caliper, this is all factory equipment not retro...
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Gazoo
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Looking for a foot in the door
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I have been dreaming and drooling over vintage and classic cars and hot rods my whole life, and all the while saying some day...well i would like that someday to be sooner rather than later. However, in the last year i have bought my first house, and welcomed my first child into the world, so needless to...
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Chance
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Safety PSA
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One whiff. http://www.brewracingframes.com/id75.htm
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DaveM
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any upholsterers here?
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I want to reattach the seat cover to the foam on the drivers side of my 90 chevy truck. I had thought about removing the seat then the seat cover back far enough to spray some contact cement to both pieces one section at a time and reattaching it making sure that the fabric is well within the grooves. I have a...
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Rustynuts
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1256
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348 and power steering
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I now have a 59 Chev with a 348, The power steering pump bolts to the back of the generator, i want to switch to an alternator so I need a double pulley for the 348 and does anyone know what power steering pump i can use to fit the original steering box or originall lines. If anyone has the parts, pump, alter...
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captainq
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888
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hardwood truck bed
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first spring project is my 50 f-1. i have the hardwood bed out and ready for re-covering. i put the 8 oak boards through a planer on the weekend and want to know if there are any tricks to what and how i apply the varnish. the truck is candy apple red and a very-very small hint of red in the covering would look g...
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shag766
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interesting carb thingy
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anyways i have a two barrel carb on my rat truck engine, i noticed the other day it was flooding at idle somewhat and gas would drip into the engine when i shut it off. i dont have the engine on the angle it was on whe it was in the buick so the carb leans forward. being a carter BBD carb, the floats work in such...
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fatstax
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electric hotrod
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I have just acquired a 29 Ford roadster frame and body. I was thinking of making an electric hotrod out of it. Any suggestions on how I would get started? or do any of you know of any that have been built? Thanks for any help you can offer Fallsguy1955
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FALLSGUY1955
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I needs me a fuel tank!!!
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Hey guys, I hope someone can help me out! I'm looking for a fuel tank that will fit in a 20"x 33" opening, maybe 6-8" thick. I mounted an s10 blazer tank(20 gal) and thought it was going to be perfect. Until I put the body back on and now the tank rides about 6" off the ground. Steep par...
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Dustman
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2531
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u-joint greasing problem
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so how are you suppost to grease a u-joint when the yokes are so close that you can't get the grease gun on the nipple?The opening is only about 5/16 wide. In the past I have ground a small groove on the yokes and managed to get the gun on but not this time.
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Rustynuts
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compression testing question
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going to check my chevy 5.7L. ...so after removing the plugs and high tension lead and connect the tester on a warmed engine, open the tbi ..when you crank the engine over would't the tbi be shooting fuel into the engine? Never done a compression test on a tbi before.
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Rustynuts
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steering box reversal
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at the ancaster meet i bought a chevelle steering box for forty bucks that has corvette guts so im told. i took it apart to see if it could be revered since its not facing the right way for my rat truck. gm is mega simple and i see how easy reversing the box is. i saw a vega box as well but the clown who had it wa...
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fatstax
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1040
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blinking headlights
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Last week we installed a onewire alternator from an Aerostar onto the Comet. Everything went great with one exception. When I put the highbeams on, after about 90 seconds they shut off, then on, then off, on, off, etc. It only happend when the highbeams are on, low beams function fine. Should I have in...
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Iwannagofast
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Steering stops
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While checking things over before I hit the road noticed the front flex hoses have a little wear mark in the outer sleeve, not the hose itself but the rubber sleeve over the hose. When going to full lock the inside of the tire touches the hose, the steering stops are simply a bracket rivetted to the lowe...
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oldkoot
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Emission components??
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I have a 1968 327 sbc that I would like to put in a 53 Gmc pick up, but with all the ministry crap ,I would like to know what emission components would have been used at that time? Anyone know a good website or where I can find this info?
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Mr Samis
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1275
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Chrome
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Today I received the piece of trim I have been looking for some time, its in reasonable shape, I’ve straightened the other out. Once I do some minor tiging on a few cracks I’ll be looking for a good place to get both of them rechromed, and thoughts (I’m in Barrie.) Next question, the general motors truck...
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45GMC
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cowl vent
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just a quick question, i have what i think is all the parts for the cowl vent on my 39 chevy but i cant seem to visualize how it goes together, i might be missing a part. anyone have a picture or drawing of how its suppose to look under the dash?
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fatstax
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Spray guns and paint types
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Question. Can the same spray gun be used for both water based paints and solvent based paints? Is there a difference in gun types, Tip sizes, other?
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2inchestoolow
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Forming heavy gauge steel?
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Ok - so I am constructing an intake manifold for my cummins race engine The design would call for tapered runners that are 1 1/2"x2 1/4" rectangle at one end, and a 2 3/4 or 3" round opening at the other end In the alternative I could do rectangular at both ends, butstill have a taper to e...
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Seeker1056
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wiper motor disassembly help!
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I got all but the small ferrel splined piece that the wiper arm slides over off. Anyone know of a good way to get the last piece apart so I can slide the gear/drive shaft out for proper cleaning and lubrication ? I did soak it well with WD40 to free up the shaft from the corrosion that happens to most rear wipe...
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Rustynuts
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Delco cd player fix!
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http://forums.trailvoy.com/showthread.php?t=77156&highlight=eject
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Rustynuts
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9 inch in a 50 Chebby truck
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I,m considering taking out the rear end in my truck an replacing with a ford 9 inch . I have a 1950 chebby step side pick up , has any one put a 9 under a truck like mine . Whay yr , make an model did it come from . I,m tryin to cheat an save myself , the wet socks with a measuring tape search at the local wreckers ha ha...
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302 Tune help and Etest Pass
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Hey All, Just finishing up a 302 project for my truck and need a little help. Engine is in, runs, and drives, but not great. Has a bit of a stutter when put into gear other than park, can't seem to get idle tuned in properly with set screws and have a exhaust leak thats driving me insane.. I know this isnt m...
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CraigK
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Using a Dremel tool for sharpening tungsten welding electrodes
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As I promised Beachcat, here's how I sharpen my tungsten. I was going to buy a comercially made grinder untill I found out they are over $300. The accesories listed below cost me about $35. You will need; -A Dremel tool -Dremel EZ 406 starter kit which includes a mandrel and abrasive cutting wheels. Onl...
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hemi43
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Tig welder
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Looking to buy a fairly new tig welder in the 200 amp range + or -. Has to have AC and foot control, high freek and pulse would be nice. Something like a Lincolin Electric Tig Welding / Precision Tig 225 or similar. Thanks
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Beachcat
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hurst super t10 shifter help
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took my shifter all apart its factory camaro hurst shifter,now cant remember how to put it back together,any one know how or got a blow up picture?thanks in advance.
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gogglespizomo
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700r4 shifter
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Lookin' for shifter ideas. What have yoy folks used or seen?????
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Dustman
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New tool ..pretty handy little device
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Just FYI...http://www.lubricheck.com/
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fatchuk
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Spark plugs
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Hey all! Wondering if any of you can help me find some spark plugs for my 52 chevy truck with a 216 engine. My local suppliers are no help. Crappy tire has no idea. If anybody could give me a part number or plug number to ask or look for, that would be great!
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FarmerSid
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B&M 144 Blower
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Has anyone had experience using an air induction system other than a stock 3" K&N filter? I would like to use a carb hat and tubes with filters. My concern would be getting enough air flow for the blower. It is all under the hood.
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Modfather
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Lucas hot rod and classic oil
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http://www.lucasoil.com/products/display_products.sd?iid...
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oldkoot
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heater switch 42-48 ford
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My international truck heater switch is long gone. I need a switch that reverses the heater motor. Forward for heat. Reverse for defrost. That's how these type work and I been told the 42-48 Fords were the same..anyone with such a model and what do you use for a heater fan switch? Currently I am using a sw...
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Jazz
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Coil for a 216 Chevy Truck
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A buddy stopped by and had a new coil I could have to try and get my truck running on 12V. Saves me buying a 6V battery as I have a bunch of 12V around. The coil is a flame thrower 12V negative ground with internal ballast resistor. 3 ohm. Would I hurt anything if I used this for just getting the truck running? D...
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FarmerSid
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convertable question ?
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the top on the 67 galaxie is in need of cleaning and i am nervous not knowing how to proceed without maybe doing something wrong. in my mind it is in nice shape with no rips or tears and it fits really snug. i have no idea how old it is but the rest of the interior is in mint shape for the year. just needs a real go...
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shag766
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Any good glass installers, BARRIE area?
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Finally ready for my glass install. I have a heated garage with lots of room and lighting, need someone GOOD! Thanks Don.
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hotroddonnie
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VIN decoding for 52 Chevy Truck
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Hey all! Wondering if any of you can help me out and decifer a VIN and engine serial number. Have been searching but all I can find is info on American trucks. The numbers are as follows: VIN:113140XXXX RIN: 113140XXXX Engine number: 363472 On the door pillar tag: Engine: C429223 Trim: 394 Paint: 132 M...
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FarmerSid
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Metal Polishing ??
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Can anybody recommend a place to take Aluminum & Stainless trim pieces for polishing and small ding repair work. I have some windshield trim pieces and a set of valve covers that all need some TLC. Thanks John
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will
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Looking for help...with everything!
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I have been dreaming and drooling over vintage and classic cars and hot rods my whole life, and all the while saying some day...well i would like that someday to be sooner rather than later. However, in the last year i have bought my first house, and welcomed my first child into the world, so needless to...
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Chance
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1116
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Hubcap IDs needed
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Have a couple sets of hubcaps, knnow theyre Canadian but not sure exact year and stuff. Any ID help appreciated
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canucktruck
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409 rebuilders
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Anyone have the name of a good engine rebuilder familar with the W engines? I'm north of Newmarket in Keswick. Am getting a nice 348 that I want to stroke with a 409 crank.
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entourageguy
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Swapping from a 235 to a 348
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I'm diggin deep for some answers here. I'm planning on swapping out the 235 from my 58 Delray in favour for a 348 tri-power. The car still has the 3-in-the-tree stick and I want to keep it that way. The 348 was mated to a TH350 in an earlier life. Apart from a bellhousing, engine frame mounts and a fan shroud...
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Chris58
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welding aluminum
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Got a new mig welder and going to try welding aluminum. Any pointers? Any help is appreciated.
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Beachcat
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4630
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Paint for chassis & underbody?
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Wondering what everyone uses for painting their frames, undersides of floors, wheel wells, under the hood etc. I know some guys like term clad semi-gloss black for truck frames but wondering what everyone else likes for these areas. I'm talking about a "driver" application, not a show p...
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Gearhead
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72 MOPAR info
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Friend of mine's son has bought a 72 Charger that had a 360 V8 installed with a 904 auto. He has sold that d/line & has a 383 727 combo to install. People have been telling him he either they have to change the "K" member, for B block or get after mrkt. Mount kit, to install the 383 where the 3...
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dualquadpete
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Dupli-Color Paint Shop
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Hey Guys, I am going to paint my sons truck (92 s10) and I was wondering how well the DupliColor Paint shop worked Any help would be great!!!
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48chev
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Fuel filler neck vent !!!!
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Ever since the 52 has been on the road [last sept.] I've had a problem of filling the tank. Kept 'blowing" the fuel back at me!! Yesterday I took the filler neck out of car & sure enough, the vent tube was "plugged" solid with spiders caccoon & other $hit. used a small flex brush...
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dualquadpete
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Led flashlights
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Ok all you tech savvy dudes... I need a new flashlight. Any suggestions on a rock solid, super bright LED flashlight that is small to medium size AND has respectable projection? Getting tired of these old maglites which were never that good and these cheap led units that are useless past 10 feet.
Rec...
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Gearhead
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SBC Casting/Vin Codes?
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I have searched around checking casting codes to try nd date my block (nastyZ28 and other internet sources). The engine ID code is K 09 07 TKB which is st. catherines sept. 7th 1976 or 79 4 bolt. The thing is I'm pretty sure that I've got a 2 bolt lol. So I tried to search what I thought was the engine vin code (...
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scott420p
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