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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

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...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	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	1668	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	2202	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	1470	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	1592	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	1911	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	1766	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	2533	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	1331	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	1511	Apr 24, 2018 by hotrod-steve
	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	2300	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	2342	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	2264	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	3659	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	2897	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	2205	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	3909	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	1785	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	2743	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	4210	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	4628	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	2435	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	1997	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	2166	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	2579	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	4373	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	4669	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	1778	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	1989	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	2113	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	2767	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	1916	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	3057	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	3822	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	1859	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	1749	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	3608	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	2385	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	1987	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	1961	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	1847	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	2045	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	2342	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	2710	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	2461	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	1764	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	1629	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	1663	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	2826	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	2536	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	5242	Feb 21, 2017 by Roboticist
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