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Chevy Vortec heads
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Will the newer style vortec heads work on an older ( 1986 ) 350 ?
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hotrod-steve
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Need advice regarding trim pieces on 62 Nova
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Guys I have a 62 Chevy 11 Nova, the trim pieces I am talking about go on the doors right beside the window where your arm would rest if you had it out the window and on the small window in the passenger area same place, The pieces I have now are in nice shape and have polished up perfectly but the problem I have...
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Hibred
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Antifreeze Question
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Do you use the same hydrometer to check green antifreeze as pink antifreeze?
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South Shore
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trailer brake controller
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Hi all have a trailer brake controller installed previously in my 76 regal,how can I removed it.
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taz 76regal
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Flex-A-Lite Elecric Fan Install ,..????
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Has anyone had any experience with installing a ( Pusher ) Flex-A-Lite electric fan on their radiator, ?? They come with a set of 4 plastic bolts, and fast nuts. I have a problem with the idea of feeding a small philips screw driver through the core of a brand new aluminum radiator, ( as the installat...
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cheyenne
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TH 350 Trany Rebuild
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What upgrades should be considered when getting a mid 70's 350 TH transmission rebuilt for street use?
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South Shore
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looking for a scanner
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I have a snap-on m2500 but it won't work on the 07 chevy and I don't want to spend a lot of money for the cables and cartridge. I have a code reader but am looking for a decent scanner that will give me live data that shows tps etc. and not cost me a lot of $$$$. Any suggestions?
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Rustynuts
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Brake drums for 9"
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Gidday folks, I have a small bearing 9" rear diff from a 67 Fairlane with 10"x 2.5" brakes. I got the rear end w/o the drums. I'm looking for drums to fit and I can get the proper ones but the money they want for them is outrageous ( Carquest $173 per). Are there any late model drums they w...
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willys392
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Ford 302 EGR plate gasket fit
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Hi folks, I bought the Edelbrock 4 bbl EGR plate for the 302 and have found that the gasket that goes under it has an opening that is a bit too long on the supply side to the EGR valve and extends to the downstream side by about 1/8 of an inch, creating a situation where exhaust gas can bypass the EGR valve enti...
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Randyr
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Father & Son In Need of Help With Their 72 Dart Swinger
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http://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/city-of-toronto/72-swinger-looking-for-...
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Whitey
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1934 Plymouth PE
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Just had a call from a guy about his 34 Plymouth he just got, he's trying to find out what the PE model stands for??? I remember when I worked for Chrysler back in the late 60's that they had a P series some ended in a F ?? Anybody know the answer?? Thks Pete
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dualquadpete
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Dual Exhaust Inline 6 - Split Manifold or Headers
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I am considering options for an upcoming engine swap. I want to add dual exhaust to a 235 Chevy I6. I like the look of a split manifold, but I'm concerned it won't flow well enough. I also don't have the ability to weld cast iron so I'd have to find a shop to do it. Of course, I could bolt on Fenton headers and be...
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wbeaton
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51 Merc
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After months of research and measurements I think I have found a donor car. 1976 Ford Cougar, Florida car. wheelbase is very close side to side. saved everything, power windows, brake booster heater core & fan etc. will post some pics once I get the body off. -- Edited by stang on Monday 28th of Marc...
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stang
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Lizard Skin
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Has anyone ever made their own sound deadener?? I've done a little web search and apparently this stuff is easy to make, just thought I would ask if anyone here has tried and if it worked out as expected or advertised? Angelo
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V2addict
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AIR / FUEL Meters
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I 've seen these meters shown in magazines -- Is it just a matter of installing an O2 sensor in header and connecting it to the guage ?? Somehow it all sounds too simple -- But , I have zero knowledge of these things -- Would enjoy some pointers --- THANKS in Advance -- DON / Fleet 51
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fleet 51
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custom wheels
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does anyone know of any companies still in business who still make custom offset wheels?
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Seeker1056
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Lift on '54 Ford front end.
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Anyone have any experience adding some lift to a '54 ford front end ?? Nothing too radical,..( approx. 2" ),..don't want it looking like a " Gasser ". I can jack the ass end up by using Gabriel ( Rear ) air shocks manufactured for the car,..can't seem to find any for the front, and I don'...
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cheyenne
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Noisy 3.8 buick ultra motor
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I am on my 3rd. buick supercharged motor (all different years) they all have motor knock under load, gas milage is good, no oil burning. put 60,000 klix on last one.anybody else have similar problem?
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sherlock
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bolts
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anyone out there know how to take the hardness out of a bolt I have several control arm bolts seized into the sleeve/bushings and will have to use a sawzall to cut them out - problem is they are Grade 8 hardness and eat sawzall blades like no tomorrow is there something I can do on the car to remove some or al...
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Seeker1056
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WANTED
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Looking for a 57 Chev 2dr. builder. No motor and transmission ok. Not looking for perfect but don't want junk.
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tc
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windshield squirters
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my 90 chevy pu needs more pressure since it only sprays at the bottom ....I have new adjustable nozzles and are pointed as high as they will go. probably pump is worn being 25 yrs old but would rather use a pump unit from a newer vehicle. Any ideas ?
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Rustynuts
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To bag or not to bag
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I have an after market parallel leaf kit in my 39 Ford coupe and the springs ride flat which results in a rather stiff ride. I like the ride height so I don't want to re arc the springs so my plan is to remove a couple of leaves and install air bags to retain the ride height ,hoping this will smooth the ride. Ha...
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hotrod-steve
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motor/cab interferance help
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So I go to put my cab on the frame today as I had some extra people around to help. As you can see in the pictures the cab hits the dist. before the mount holes line up. I still need to move the cab forward about 2-2 1/2". Currently the motor mounts are welded in line and on top of the front cross member....
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Marten
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Carbon fiber hood
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I was at a buddies shop a couple years ago. He runs Quick32 @ 7 seconds or some such. Anyway, we were having a beverage or 10 putting the car back together for it's morning load and go. First time I even saw his new car btw. When we're all done, except a door, he says grab that door hanging on the wall. Ya full do...
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supernash
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Glass
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Can anyone tell me if there is a way to refurbish original glass, I have the original front windshield out of my 1956 F-100 and it has a line where the windshield wipers were, it is as if the blade was worn out and the wiper arm was allowed to sit on the window. Thank you, Angelo
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V2addict
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load levelers
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I have a 2014 F250 diesel crew cab short box. I am towing a large 5th wheel with a hitch weight of about 2000 lbs. When I hook up, my bumper drops about 4". I would like to install a set of load leveling shocks to prevent the drop and as well stop the up and down oscillation on bumpy roads. Does anyone...
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wuga
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Trany Dyno
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Does anyone know of a shop that has a trany dyno that can check the operation of an automatic transmission?
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South Shore
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Learning how to weld!!
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Iam learning how to weld from this awesome new school. The rates are cheap and in a few months your a certified welder. You can what ever you want have your own business or get a job right away. just thought id say something because I find its an awesome help now when Iam fabricating or welding something on...
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rusted rotors
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I've seen this happen on so many late model cars. The rear rotors rust up because the sliders seize. The pads are like new but they say the rotors must be replaced. How do you get around repairing the surface of the rotors so the rear brakes function, which they never do and that is why the problem in the...
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wuga
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cat converter question
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my 90 chevy has been noisy lately so today I see that there is a small about 1-1/4" dia plug that is on the bottom of the cat that is loose rusted and rattling. Why is there such a plug on a catalytic converter?
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Rustynuts
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Adjustable Air Shocks
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Hi guys, I am trying to decide which way to go with the rear suspension of my '59 Apache. I want to keep the leafs but I am wondering if anyone has used air shocks. I am looking at the Monroe Max-Air shocks. The description indicates that they are more meant for leveling a load for towing or heavy loads...
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apachomatic
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S10 rearend swap
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Well the rearend seized up on my sons s10 pickup. I hve been reading that the way to go on this is to pickup a Ford Explorer rear and the bonis is it bolts up and has disks as well . There is talk about the offset pumpkin causing issues and others say no problem. I understand the bolt pattern is different and it...
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flatblack55delivery
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454 Chev to a 700R 4?
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I have a 454 and want to use a 700R4. What flex plate do I use? The motor is stock and the trans has been beefed up.
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hotrod-steve
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Can't access all the replies to my antifreeze question?
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I put a question on the tech forum about antifreeze. Got some good replies, thank you. I was unable to access more than half of them. Still getting email notification on people replying but when I click on them to see them they are not on the forum page. People tried to help me access them with numerous su...
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South Shore
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wiring harness
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Anyone out there know of a reasonable supplier here in Ontario for hot rod wiring harnesses? 12 circuit or more also looking for someone who does the LS motor harness rewire service new project is going to be modern efi and automatic OD if it kills me lol
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Seeker1056
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Antifreeze Question?
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Here is a question I am going to throw out to readers. I have a 1969 Chevy 327 motor, it has an iron block and heads,the water pump is aluminum, and the radiator is copper. What are the opinions on the different types of antifreeze to use here, and why? What is the difference in using the pink GM Dex Cool as op...
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South Shore
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Looking for a Mechanic :-1948 Chrysler Windsor
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Hi, Could someone help me to find a mechanic to do some engine work for my 48 Windsor? Car is running condition. Need some tune up. Thank You
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ram1976
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How to fill a Ford 9"
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Hi guys, could someone tell me how to fill a Ford 9" and what type/weight of oil? has limited slip. Thank you, Angelo
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V2addict
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welder
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days.http://www.lincolnelectric.com/en-us/Equipment/Pages/product.aspx?product=K2471-2(LincolnElectric)
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Marten
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Drive Shaft
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Could anyone tell me where I can have a custom drive shaft built, preferably in the Barrie area? Thank you, Angelo
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V2addict
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Ford 9in
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I have a 9in center section and the pinion gear has been removed .I want to put it back but want to check the setup. Does anyone know how?
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hotrod-steve
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wiring harness
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HI guys and gals man im confused on my wiring my 57 bel air needs to be wired correctly from fuse panel to all under dash acc no tail lights no head lights no nothing please help just would like to have all lights turn signals thanks Jay.
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Scroggins71
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trying to ID this vintage front grill guard
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trying to ID this vintage grill guard, probably fits @1936-46 , I thought maybe 1940 Dodge ?
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Larry
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Wiremaster Power Panel schematic for Chev steering column??
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My 1938 Ford coupe has a Wiremaster Power (fuse panel) with a Chev steering column. I am looking for a copy of the schematic for the deluxe Power Panel. There is no power to wire 18 to wire 24. If anyone has information, contact Bob at 705 359-1172. If need be call collect. E-mail: jowett66@i-zoom.net
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Jowett
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Getting a Car Painted
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I'm thinking about getting the wagon painted because its starting to blister on the bottom of the doors and there are a few war wounds here and there. I went to a local body shop who I've dealt with in the past because they actually did bodywork and not just replaced panels. He said he's out of that game n...
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Grumper
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motor painting
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I would like to paint my engine block gloss red. I see there is high temp paint at Canadian Tire, made by VHT. When I look at the instructions it is all very normal stuff, clean first, light coats of paint, etc. It then says to cure it at 300 degrees for 2-3 hours. How are you to do that and is it important?...
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Marten
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setting up a coilover for softer ride
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My buddy just picked up an 88 Camaro that has a 4 link and coilovers and is coming over tonight to see if we can soften the ride. I don't know what coil/ shock is on the car but if someone can point me in the direction to get any info or has experience setting it up let me know. One fellow at a show told us to loosen...
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henrys57wagon
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Headers
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need help finding the right set of headers for 57 chevy bel air bbc 468 with motor and mid plate lowered 4 inches rear and 2 inches front please help thanks Jay.
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Scroggins71
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1969 to1971 Dodge D100 front brake drums
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Hello all I have a question as to my Dodge Sweptline front axle that I have acquired. It has wheel bolts instead of wheel lugs what gives.... anybody? I would like to convert to disc brakes was wondering how to separate the drum from the hub any thoughts appreciated Thx as always Frank
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FrankT40dodge
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GM Water Pump Question
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How do you distinguish a regular rotation GM V8 water pump from a GM reverse rotation pump? Is it in the casting number?
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South Shore
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