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classsic · classsic

I'm going to buy four new tires for my 1981 Chev pickup. The brochure says it came with FR78-15R tires??????? I am now running 235 R75 15. Do you think this is a good replacement size? Thanks

wuga · wuga

I am looking for some ideas for an overflow canister for the Bantam. I can't use anything glass or like a beer can. It must be traditional. It must be able to pass NHRA tech inspection It must be sealed except for the vent It must be able to mount on the passenger side of a Model A rad/rad shell. It probably n...

Homer · Homer

How do I identify the size of an Edelbrock card I think it is a 600 but want to make sure before I sell it

GhostPost · GhostPost

These are the numbers I got...and this is what I found....any more help appreciated. Cast # 3970010 which is 1968-1979 350, possible 2 or 4 bolt main, came in car, truck or vette 185hp-370hp Heads are 333882 which are 350-400 heads 1.94s/1.50 The other stampings on the front of block is where Id lik...

Cuddles · Cuddles

Hello: Please forgive my ignorance in these matters. I do not understand the measurements listed for buying rims. Perhaps it has something to do with converting from or to metric? Currently I have P20575R15 on the front and P23570R15 on the rear. This is on the rubber. I get that. But if I want to b...

Redneck Rydes · Redneck Rydes

Has anybody used a hidden antenna,can it be mounted under dash,hidden under body,any ideas?

Nickeleye · Nickeleye

I'm trying to learn something - I see lots of differing opinions when I read about the topic. I'm sure many here will also have different opinions as well - hopefully we can all discuss without any arguments. lol Battery disconnects and if the switch should be on the ground side or opposide ground side...

two tone 56 · two tone 56

Just got a notice from CPP that the pitman arm I purchased from them two years ago has been recalled,if you have installed one of their arms over the last few years you may want to contact them at 1-800-522-5004.

Randyr · Randyr

It shows way past full all the time. Pulled the power supply to the sender from the gauge and measured the voltage. It was 8 volts. Pulled the ground wire from the sender off at the ground post on the frame, put a voltmeter in series to the ground and got no volts. Sounds like the sender is pooched. Not looki...

ChrisW · ChrisW

Hi all. My name is Chris and I'll introduce myself by way of my background. After university, I tried a couple of jobs but ended up working for J Craft Boats in Pefferlaw, learning composites building these great boats. The company is gone now, although I do know of one shop that is still making one model...

Cuddles · Cuddles

Good morning all. I recently had a discussion with a friend who seems to know all there is to know about muscle cars. I mentioned to him that I hoped to one day put a blower on my 289. I confess, racing is not my cup of tea at all and my friend recognizes that I much prefer cruising to racing but I am build...

DJD · DJD

preferably in the scarborough / pickering area what I want to find is someone or a shop that can bend and flare a number of sizes of stainless steel line .. I don't want hoses , just some lines bent up I want to make copies of the o-e lines used for water and oil to my turbo , the steel line for my heater hose and...

Jeff66 · Jeff66

would like to fit one of the small denso type alternators to the SB Chevy. Also want to mount it low down. anyone done this? What brackets will I need, at the moment the alternator is up high. Ugly on a fenderless, hoodlles rod.

Hyper Henry · Hyper Henry

Starting to round up parts for my 38 Dodge pickup project that I will start on again this winter. Wondering what most do for steering columns, ignition switch/key, gauges etc. its going on a Dakota frame but no steering column came with it and dash is completly gutted. Was thinking of getting a univers...

Jeff66 · Jeff66

Anyone know what these are for? Some a hole sold me them, telling me they are SBC covers. well they don't fit my motor! -- Edited by Jeff66 on Thursday 24th of August 2017 05:43:10 PM

Gazoo · Gazoo

Long story short...I've recently committed to the purchase of a '56 Dodge truck sight onseen, because it has a 354ci Hemi with two deuces, it has the perfect hot rod look for my '38. The issue I have, is that the truck is in New Brunswick, I have to pick it up, and it's a 5 ton truck. I can't find any info on th...

2inchestoolow · 2inchestoolow

As a follow up to the other thread that lurks here somewhere, I thought I would post an example picture that clearly illustrates the rust removing power of feed grade molasses. This axel (yes, it's a tractor part) was put in the mixture about a month ago and forgotten...I never touched it until today wh...

Ike · Ike

Looking for 36 " threaded 3" black pipe with cast iron end caps in KW area .Ike Ike

hotrod-steve · hotrod-steve

Im thinking about a Crown Vic front end for my truck. Anyone know what years they came in? I think Im looking for the aluminum one that bolts in.

Cuddles · Cuddles

Good afternoon: I managed to acquire a cluster gauge out of a 1951 Ford F100. Would anyone happen to have a schematic for this instrument?

Bradshaw · Bradshaw

Hey guys looking for help on a bottom rad hose . I need a sharp 90 degree mandrel bend 1 3/4 inch. I have the hose coming off the water pump and the rad need to marry them together. Any other suggestion would be nice.

Pete Moss · Pete Moss

It's been a little quiet around here lately so I thought I'd post pics of a tool I just made (after screwing up my first attempt at installing one of the pressed-in SBC oil pump screens). The problem I had with the homemade "cutaway tube" installation tool is that it only pressed on one side of the oil pump...

ram1976 · ram1976

Hi, I'm a new owner of 1951 Packard 400, which has 1976 Dodge 440 engine. I found there is a leak from transmission pan and I'm not sure what type of transmission is there in order to get a new gasket. The car still have the column shift and it is automatic. Any help? thanks in advance.

Rockhauler · Rockhauler

Hi, anyone have knowledge with replacing a single phase electric motor with a VFD and a three phase motor. Looking for help selecting motor voltage and HP and then getting correct size VFD for a wood lathe to have variable speed. For starters the lathe turns too fast for out of balance rough blanks, l...

kruzr · kruzr

Hi , bought an 86 ford pickup , when try to start the truck , the ignition is so hard to turn ,almost need pliers to turn it so I can start it . I 've heard there is a problem with these , suppose to be an actuator in the column that breaks . Its a tilt column ,anybody ever run across this or changed one ? Is it a hard j...

Cuddles · Cuddles

Hello: I am anxious to get a quick release steering wheel hub for my ride but cannot find information I would consider credible on which make to buy and how much to spend. From the research I've done so far, it appears I can get a shallow (1") unit or a unit about 2" or 3" deep which is nice for me as I'd like to...

Cuddles · Cuddles

My brother-in-law tells me that because my engine is from 1966 when gas was leaded, I may now have to put in an additive every time I gas up. Please tell me, is he right?

Bones · Bones

I topped up the rad apparently forgetting that there's no expansion bottle and ran around town for a while. When I shut it off at home the coolant ran out the tube made a small puddle then stopped. Now I'm thinking I should order one of them long shinning tubes to stop this. My question is are they really ne...

kruzr · kruzr

Hi everyone......... I am trying to get gas gauge to work . Its on the empty mark or below . there is 12 volts at the gauge but no power going to the S post . I tried a continuity tester to check across the I post and the S post . no continuity on the multi meter . Should there be continuity between the posts ? Tha...

Cuddles · Cuddles

Good morning: Please tell me where I may get upholstery done to my seats for my 29 model A rod in the Peterborough area? Thank you

Cuddles · Cuddles

Good morning: I have reached the point of piecing together the remnants of 5 windshield frames to make one good one. So far I have restored and salvaged the top, two sides and the bottom and marked where I think I should cut the sides. I plan to make horizontal cuts to the sides about one inch above the b...

Redneck Rydes · Redneck Rydes

Does amyone know who is a reputable rear end rebuilder,started to clean out the 70 Chev real end,been sitting for about 15 years,and it does not sound good,might as well put a posi unit in it,like to find some one in the area of Belleville,Kingston area.Thanks

Seeker1056 · Seeker1056

What is out there that's like or better than POR 15 that is readily available locally and not horrendously expensive?

Livetodrive · Livetodrive

Thought I'd share this little piece of advice. Not sure if any of you have tried the new LED upgrade bulbs that simply pop in to your 1156 or 1157 sockets. They are pretty cheap at Princess Auto and work pretty good although your flasher may not like them. Anyway, what I found is that unlike a regular bu...

Cuddles · Cuddles

We are trying to decide where to mount the fuse panel and electrics in my chopped Model A Tudor. We find there isn't a great deal of room up under the dash or anywhere else for that matter. My seats are on the floor so nothing can go under there. Putting it under the dash isn't so hard but accessing it for...

Cuddles · Cuddles

I am hoping someone can tell me where to find the small metal hold downs that turn to allow removal of a cloth/material/canvas roof or turn to prevent the removal of a cloth/canvas cover. I never found the small button fasteners very reliable. Thank you.

Cuddles · Cuddles

Good morning: I should have the floor panels in shortly but wonder where to get the carpeting normally installed in cars? It is very low profile and has a nice trim to it. I'd like to custom fit it if I can find where to get it and how to trim it? Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks to all.

Torquewar · Torquewar

So I'm into some brake line rework etc. Have the master off and was thinking about the bench bleed technique. Done this many times but i have a reverse bleeding system. Basically you pump fluid through the bleeders up into the master . This works great for the standard line clearing but i thought why n...

Windsor · Windsor

hey guys What wiring harness have you guys used or were you happy with? Or not happy with? did you buy it locally? im thinking about the rebel 9+3 harness. what do you think? thanks

supernash · supernash

OK, I know this might take a bit to explain, but anybody that has rebuilt a carb will understand. This is about the Kleen flo Carb and Parts cleaner. I'm talking the stuff that comes in a 5 gallon bucket sealed with a heavy plastic bag when you buy it. I think the last bucket was around $180 or so. I'm thinki...

Roboticist · Roboticist

Hey guys. I am in the midst of buying a donor truck to use the frame for my '52 Mercury build. I'm looking at a 96 Ranger at the moment. I'm also looking at a 1969 Inline 6 to put in the truck. It comes with a 3 speed manual, but I need an automatic (For various reasons). So here's the questions: What transmi...

henrys57wagon · henrys57wagon

Has anyone used Delo Diesel oil by Chevron? It is on sale at Walmart US for 11.28 US. RotellaT is 13/ gal. Both are 15-40. Cosco has Delo 3 gal for 32.99.

South Shore · South Shore

I want to do a thorough cooling system flush on my motor to get all the rust and acumulated crap out of the engine cooling system. The motor is fully assembled SBC sitting in an engine cradle on the floor on casters. It is much easier and far less messy to do it before I put it into the car for sure. Don't want...

henrys57wagon · henrys57wagon

Helping my buddy trying to figure what is the reason for one of his headlights is dim on L/beam and when switched to H/beam the opposite light is dull. The H/beam indicator is on regardless of which position the dimmer is in. There is always power to outside pin of the connector so I'm thinking that the di...

Blu Impala · Blu Impala

I am looking at this air conditioning system for my 67 Impala 2 door hardtop. I have had the car for 37 years and have been keeping it up to date.. The car is riding on a 68 Station Wagon Frame due to the fact the station wagon had disc brakes and the original frame was severely rusted out. The original 283...

Homer · Homer

I am installing a FiTeck 30003 go street EFI system in my 34 which has a 1986 302 mustang motor in it. My problem is that I have put in electronic ignition, what it has to have. they say that I now have to have 12 volts to the distributor and coil as the old ones where not a full 12 volts and there is a resister in...

knuckles · knuckles

Does anyone here or know of anyone that can punch two rows of louvers in a hood? Thanks! Steve

henrys57wagon · henrys57wagon

Here is a front park/ signal light diagram that 2d_willys on the HAMB posted for me. For some reason it will not load here? In the park lamp wire add a 20ohm, 1W resistor and in both wires add a # 1N4001 diode. Use a 1129 or an 81 bulb. -- Edited by henrys57wagon on Friday 18th of November 2016 09:17:04 AM

Bones · Bones

The glass doors on my coupe have started filling up with water from washing. I can't be the first guy having this issue with fiberglass cars and not sure as to why there aren't drain holes drilled. Anyone see a reason not to do this? Or can I just drill a drain hole in the lowest point up under the door and put...

Bones · Bones

Looks like a good place to start . Had this for years. Ran the #s tru Muncie sites but can't come up with anything to confirm if it is or isn't. Any help would be great -- Edited by Bones on Wednesday 2nd of November 2016 12:45:17 AM

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	Tire Sizes (Preview) I'm going to buy four new tires for my 1981 Chev pickup. The brochure says it came with FR78-15R tires??????? I am now running 235 R75 15. Do you think this is a good replacement size? Thanks	classsic	6	2044	Apr 12, 2018 by classsic
	Overflow cannister (Preview) I am looking for some ideas for an overflow canister for the Bantam. I can't use anything glass or like a beer can. It must be traditional. It must be able to pass NHRA tech inspection It must be sealed except for the vent It must be able to mount on the passenger side of a Model A rad/rad shell. It probably n...	wuga	15	2161	Mar 3, 2018 by wuga
	Edelbrock carb (Preview) How do I identify the size of an Edelbrock card I think it is a 600 but want to make sure before I sell it	Homer	3	2107	Feb 12, 2018 by jarvis1
	Help:Decode SBC (Preview) These are the numbers I got...and this is what I found....any more help appreciated. Cast # 3970010 which is 1968-1979 350, possible 2 or 4 bolt main, came in car, truck or vette 185hp-370hp Heads are 333882 which are 350-400 heads 1.94s/1.50 The other stampings on the front of block is where Id lik...	GhostPost	11	3279	Feb 3, 2018 by 51 Styline
	rims (Preview) Hello: Please forgive my ignorance in these matters. I do not understand the measurements listed for buying rims. Perhaps it has something to do with converting from or to metric? Currently I have P20575R15 on the front and P23570R15 on the rear. This is on the rubber. I get that. But if I want to b...	Cuddles	13	2689	Jan 1, 2018 by Cuddles
	Hidden antenna (Preview) Has anybody used a hidden antenna,can it be mounted under dash,hidden under body,any ideas?	Redneck Rydes	4	2042	Dec 30, 2017 by henrys57wagon
	Battery Disconnect (Preview) I'm trying to learn something - I see lots of differing opinions when I read about the topic. I'm sure many here will also have different opinions as well - hopefully we can all discuss without any arguments. lol Battery disconnects and if the switch should be on the ground side or opposide ground side...	Nickeleye	11	3677	Dec 27, 2017 by letsgo
	1955-57 Chevrolet Pitman Arm Recall (Preview) Just got a notice from CPP that the pitman arm I purchased from them two years ago has been recalled,if you have installed one of their arms over the last few years you may want to contact them at 1-800-522-5004.	two tone 56	0	1617	Nov 19, 2017 by two tone 56
	fuel gauge not working (Preview) It shows way past full all the time. Pulled the power supply to the sender from the gauge and measured the voltage. It was 8 volts. Pulled the ground wire from the sender off at the ground post on the frame, put a voltmeter in series to the ground and got no volts. Sounds like the sender is pooched. Not looki...	Randyr	3	2522	Oct 4, 2017 by parklane
	Olds 455 marine engine for a jet boat, best setup and looking for a builder (Preview) Hi all. My name is Chris and I'll introduce myself by way of my background. After university, I tried a couple of jobs but ended up working for J Craft Boats in Pefferlaw, learning composites building these great boats. The company is gone now, although I do know of one shop that is still making one model...	ChrisW	9	3868	Sep 30, 2017 by Pete Moss
	is it worth it? (Preview) Good morning all. I recently had a discussion with a friend who seems to know all there is to know about muscle cars. I mentioned to him that I hoped to one day put a blower on my 289. I confess, racing is not my cup of tea at all and my friend recognizes that I much prefer cruising to racing but I am build...	Cuddles	23	4443	Sep 28, 2017 by 1934 FordLover
	someone/shop to make stainless steel lines ?? (Preview) preferably in the scarborough / pickering area what I want to find is someone or a shop that can bend and flare a number of sizes of stainless steel line .. I don't want hoses , just some lines bent up I want to make copies of the o-e lines used for water and oil to my turbo , the steel line for my heater hose and...	DJD	7	2265	Sep 28, 2017 by DJD
	Alternator fitting and brackets (Preview) would like to fit one of the small denso type alternators to the SB Chevy. Also want to mount it low down. anyone done this? What brackets will I need, at the moment the alternator is up high. Ugly on a fenderless, hoodlles rod.	Jeff66	2	1826	Sep 12, 2017 by shawn63
	Steering column and ignition suggestions (Preview) Starting to round up parts for my 38 Dodge pickup project that I will start on again this winter. Wondering what most do for steering columns, ignition switch/key, gauges etc. its going on a Dakota frame but no steering column came with it and dash is completly gutted. Was thinking of getting a univers...	Hyper Henry	4	1986	Sep 4, 2017 by 77
	Valve covers (Preview) Anyone know what these are for? Some a hole sold me them, telling me they are SBC covers. well they don't fit my motor! -- Edited by Jeff66 on Thursday 24th of August 2017 05:43:10 PM	Jeff66	10	2407	Aug 25, 2017 by RWW
	Help me find specs. (Preview) Long story short...I've recently committed to the purchase of a '56 Dodge truck sight onseen, because it has a 354ci Hemi with two deuces, it has the perfect hot rod look for my '38. The issue I have, is that the truck is in New Brunswick, I have to pick it up, and it's a 5 ton truck. I can't find any info on th...	Gazoo	24	4151	Aug 15, 2017 by Pete Moss
	Molasses -take that rust! (Preview) As a follow up to the other thread that lurks here somewhere, I thought I would post an example picture that clearly illustrates the rust removing power of feed grade molasses. This axel (yes, it's a tractor part) was put in the mixture about a month ago and forgotten...I never touched it until today wh...	2inchestoolow	19	4483	Aug 14, 2017 by Pete Moss
	Gasser Bumper (Preview) Looking for 36 " threaded 3" black pipe with cast iron end caps in KW area .Ike Ike	Ike	0	1626	Aug 8, 2017 by Ike
	What about these Crown Vic front ends (Preview) Im thinking about a Crown Vic front end for my truck. Anyone know what years they came in? I think Im looking for the aluminum one that bolts in.	hotrod-steve	2	1820	Jul 31, 2017 by fraso
	cluster gauge schematic (Preview) Good afternoon: I managed to acquire a cluster gauge out of a 1951 Ford F100. Would anyone happen to have a schematic for this instrument?	Cuddles	4	1928	Jul 26, 2017 by Cuddles
	Bottom Rad hose (Preview) Hey guys looking for help on a bottom rad hose . I need a sharp 90 degree mandrel bend 1 3/4 inch. I have the hose coming off the water pump and the rad need to marry them together. Any other suggestion would be nice.	Bradshaw	5	2537	Jul 16, 2017 by letsgo
	SBC Oil Pump Screen Installation Tool (Preview) It's been a little quiet around here lately so I thought I'd post pics of a tool I just made (after screwing up my first attempt at installing one of the pressed-in SBC oil pump screens). The problem I had with the homemade "cutaway tube" installation tool is that it only pressed on one side of the oil pump...	Pete Moss	2	1720	Jul 9, 2017 by Pete Moss
	Finding a transmission model (Preview) Hi, I'm a new owner of 1951 Packard 400, which has 1976 Dodge 440 engine. I found there is a leak from transmission pan and I'm not sure what type of transmission is there in order to get a new gasket. The car still have the column shift and it is automatic. Any help? thanks in advance.	ram1976	13	2845	Jul 6, 2017 by DJD
	Variable Frequency Drive need some help (Preview) Hi, anyone have knowledge with replacing a single phase electric motor with a VFD and a three phase motor. Looking for help selecting motor voltage and HP and then getting correct size VFD for a wood lathe to have variable speed. For starters the lathe turns too fast for out of balance rough blanks, l...	Rockhauler	16	3624	Jun 21, 2017 by 123pugsy
	1986 ford f150 steering column help (Preview) Hi , bought an 86 ford pickup , when try to start the truck , the ignition is so hard to turn ,almost need pliers to turn it so I can start it . I 've heard there is a problem with these , suppose to be an actuator in the column that breaks . Its a tilt column ,anybody ever run across this or changed one ? Is it a hard j...	kruzr	1	1681	Jun 15, 2017 by Rockhauler
	quick release steering column hubs (Preview) Hello: I am anxious to get a quick release steering wheel hub for my ride but cannot find information I would consider credible on which make to buy and how much to spend. From the research I've done so far, it appears I can get a shallow (1") unit or a unit about 2" or 3" deep which is nice for me as I'd like to...	Cuddles	1	1596	Jun 10, 2017 by wuga
	old gas (Preview) My brother-in-law tells me that because my engine is from 1966 when gas was leaded, I may now have to put in an additive every time I gas up. Please tell me, is he right?	Cuddles	11	3400	May 31, 2017 by Pete Moss
	Radiator expansion tank or not (Preview) I topped up the rad apparently forgetting that there's no expansion bottle and ran around town for a while. When I shut it off at home the coolant ran out the tube made a small puddle then stopped. Now I'm thinking I should order one of them long shinning tubes to stop this. My question is are they really ne...	Bones	8	2224	May 28, 2017 by Ground Pounder
	Gas gauge 1957 Chev (Preview) Hi everyone......... I am trying to get gas gauge to work . Its on the empty mark or below . there is 12 volts at the gauge but no power going to the S post . I tried a continuity tester to check across the I post and the S post . no continuity on the multi meter . Should there be continuity between the posts ? Tha...	kruzr	3	1829	May 15, 2017 by kruzr
	Uphostery (Preview) Good morning: Please tell me where I may get upholstery done to my seats for my 29 model A rod in the Peterborough area? Thank you	Cuddles	2	1819	May 13, 2017 by Cuddles
	1929 Model A Tudor windshield frame (chopped) replacement (Preview) Good morning: I have reached the point of piecing together the remnants of 5 windshield frames to make one good one. So far I have restored and salvaged the top, two sides and the bottom and marked where I think I should cut the sides. I plan to make horizontal cuts to the sides about one inch above the b...	Cuddles	1	1697	May 9, 2017 by 30-S6
	Need a rear end rebuilt (Preview) Does amyone know who is a reputable rear end rebuilder,started to clean out the 70 Chev real end,been sitting for about 15 years,and it does not sound good,might as well put a posi unit in it,like to find some one in the area of Belleville,Kingston area.Thanks	Redneck Rydes	2	1847	May 5, 2017 by Ziggy
	Sealers (Preview) What is out there that's like or better than POR 15 that is readily available locally and not horrendously expensive?	Seeker1056	5	2136	May 5, 2017 by 72endurawagon
	LED Upgrades (Preview) Thought I'd share this little piece of advice. Not sure if any of you have tried the new LED upgrade bulbs that simply pop in to your 1156 or 1157 sockets. They are pretty cheap at Princess Auto and work pretty good although your flasher may not like them. Anyway, what I found is that unlike a regular bu...	Livetodrive	8	2542	Apr 23, 2017 by toomuchjunk
	wiring and fuse panel (Preview) We are trying to decide where to mount the fuse panel and electrics in my chopped Model A Tudor. We find there isn't a great deal of room up under the dash or anywhere else for that matter. My seats are on the floor so nothing can go under there. Putting it under the dash isn't so hard but accessing it for...	Cuddles	5	2280	Apr 20, 2017 by Cuddles
	hold downs for a cloth roof (Preview) I am hoping someone can tell me where to find the small metal hold downs that turn to allow removal of a cloth/material/canvas roof or turn to prevent the removal of a cloth/canvas cover. I never found the small button fasteners very reliable. Thank you.	Cuddles	2	1625	Apr 7, 2017 by Cuddles
	Flooring/carpet ? (Preview) Good morning: I should have the floor panels in shortly but wonder where to get the carpeting normally installed in cars? It is very low profile and has a nice trim to it. I'd like to custom fit it if I can find where to get it and how to trim it? Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks to all.	Cuddles	2	1491	Mar 31, 2017 by Cuddles
	Brake bleeding (Preview) So I'm into some brake line rework etc. Have the master off and was thinking about the bench bleed technique. Done this many times but i have a reverse bleeding system. Basically you pump fluid through the bleeders up into the master . This works great for the standard line clearing but i thought why n...	Torquewar	2	1485	Mar 16, 2017 by Torquewar
	Wiring harness (Preview) hey guys What wiring harness have you guys used or were you happy with? Or not happy with? did you buy it locally? im thinking about the rebel 9+3 harness. what do you think? thanks	Windsor	16	2640	Mar 16, 2017 by Bradshaw
	Parts cleaner (Preview) OK, I know this might take a bit to explain, but anybody that has rebuilt a carb will understand. This is about the Kleen flo Carb and Parts cleaner. I'm talking the stuff that comes in a 5 gallon bucket sealed with a heavy plastic bag when you buy it. I think the last bucket was around $180 or so. I'm thinki...	supernash	8	2328	Mar 4, 2017 by gkent
	engine/tranny question (Preview) Hey guys. I am in the midst of buying a donor truck to use the frame for my '52 Mercury build. I'm looking at a 96 Ranger at the moment. I'm also looking at a 1969 Inline 6 to put in the truck. It comes with a 3 speed manual, but I need an automatic (For various reasons). So here's the questions: What transmi...	Roboticist	27	5016	Feb 21, 2017 by Roboticist
	delo vrs rotella (Preview) Has anyone used Delo Diesel oil by Chevron? It is on sale at Walmart US for 11.28 US. RotellaT is 13/ gal. Both are 15-40. Cosco has Delo 3 gal for 32.99.	henrys57wagon	14	4367	Feb 21, 2017 by Gwillyville Kid
	Cooling System Flush (Preview) I want to do a thorough cooling system flush on my motor to get all the rust and acumulated crap out of the engine cooling system. The motor is fully assembled SBC sitting in an engine cradle on the floor on casters. It is much easier and far less messy to do it before I put it into the car for sure. Don't want...	South Shore	8	3093	Feb 21, 2017 by fraso
	99 ram headlight problems (Preview) Helping my buddy trying to figure what is the reason for one of his headlights is dim on L/beam and when switched to H/beam the opposite light is dull. The H/beam indicator is on regardless of which position the dimmer is in. There is always power to outside pin of the connector so I'm thinking that the di...	henrys57wagon	9	2607	Jan 10, 2017 by henrys57wagon
	Considering Classic Auto Air #20-233-3I (Preview) I am looking at this air conditioning system for my 67 Impala 2 door hardtop. I have had the car for 37 years and have been keeping it up to date.. The car is riding on a 68 Station Wagon Frame due to the fact the station wagon had disc brakes and the original frame was severely rusted out. The original 283...	Blu Impala	8	2950	Dec 20, 2016 by slim
	Need help electrical (Preview) I am installing a FiTeck 30003 go street EFI system in my 34 which has a 1986 302 mustang motor in it. My problem is that I have put in electronic ignition, what it has to have. they say that I now have to have 12 volts to the distributor and coil as the old ones where not a full 12 volts and there is a resister in...	Homer	6	2267	Dec 8, 2016 by DJD
	punching Louvers (Preview) Does anyone here or know of anyone that can punch two rows of louvers in a hood? Thanks! Steve	knuckles	2	1909	Nov 29, 2016 by Ground Pounder
	How to wire a single bulb for park/ signal usage (Preview) Here is a front park/ signal light diagram that 2d_willys on the HAMB posted for me. For some reason it will not load here? In the park lamp wire add a 20ohm, 1W resistor and in both wires add a # 1N4001 diode. Use a 1129 or an 81 bulb. -- Edited by henrys57wagon on Friday 18th of November 2016 09:17:04 AM	henrys57wagon	4	1738	Nov 18, 2016 by parklane
	Glass doors filling up with water (Preview) The glass doors on my coupe have started filling up with water from washing. I can't be the first guy having this issue with fiberglass cars and not sure as to why there aren't drain holes drilled. Anyone see a reason not to do this? Or can I just drill a drain hole in the lowest point up under the door and put...	Bones	7	2044	Nov 16, 2016 by Petebil
	Who can help identify this 4 speed More pictures if we need em (Preview) Looks like a good place to start . Had this for years. Ran the #s tru Muncie sites but can't come up with anything to confirm if it is or isn't. Any help would be great -- Edited by Bones on Wednesday 2nd of November 2016 12:45:17 AM	Bones	6	1914	Nov 3, 2016 by Bones
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