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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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LT
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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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SLR
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Need to pick a gear for 1/8 and 1/4 mile. I read the SLR should be 10, but that puts my trap rpm lower than I wanted. Why is 10 a good SLR ratio? REBEL’s Gear selection Trap Rear Gear RPM RPM RPM FT Traveled FT Traveled RPM...
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REBEL
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Question on Torque Converters
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Just wondering if you guys can help me out here and give me some answers on torque converters, I have a truck that I bought recently that came with a crate 502 and has fast fuel injection, the trans is a built turbo 400 and it has 3:73 gears in it and Dana 60 spool with strange axles, now to the converter que...
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Hibred
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Buggy Spring bind up question
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Question . Later this year I,m gonna be doing some work on my gasser project . It has buggy transverse frt an rear springs . This chassis is all ready built , been on the road and drag strip . Uses like a 5 foot long ladder bar set up , with adjustable panhard , for rear end . My question is , it sure looks like thi...
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Taking lifelong Dents out of my 1953 Matchless Motorcycle tank..
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so, I have had this bike on my possession since I was 16. It belonged to my fathers youngest brother who was killed in a pLane crash before his 19th birthday and the bike remained in my grandparents basement until it became mine. The bike is very nice and original with exception to a tank full of bad debts t...
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Chris Stapley
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Should put on emission equipment
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Was talking to an ex-cop the other day and he said the MOT has brought in some new young hot shot, going to save the world, ass-kicking LEOs to the Sarnia area to catch hot rods with no pollution equipment. I can put them on but I need some direction on vacuum hose routing for the EGR and the evap system. Ther...
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Randyr
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Emissions Legal....... How is it Done?
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Does anyone know how I would go about making the pre-emissions 1969 SBC 327 in my street rod meet the 1980 emissions standards that the MOE regulations require to be legal? Has anyone done it yet with success? What would I have to install on my motor to make it 1980 emissions legal?I want to be able to driv...
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South Shore
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What Oil?
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The big oil debate. What oil is best to use in my 61 Sunliner 352 and where can I get it and an oil filter?
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Dusty Olkar
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Carb Tuning
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Well time to learn some more stuff I should already know how to do... I changed plugs/wires/cap/rotor on the weekend and the plugs look way to lean. (Bought wires from summit. $39US, they look great! 90* boot is smaller than the taylors I had so a little more clearance from the headers and easier to get o...
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Nickeleye
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Automotive paint
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Does anyone know who carriers R-M paint in our area ? (Toronto to Kingston ) I'm looking for a R-M paint, single stage known as UNO. From what I'm told it's the best single stage paint and has survived the VOC regulations. I miss the good old days when I used centari, but those days are long gone. I'm not a P...
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40bowtie
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A cry for help-1954 chev 210 4 door handle locking plates
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I am trying to help my neighbour with his 1954 chevy 210 4 dr door handle locking plates. The door handle seems to go in flush and the locking plate goes in behind the tabs but the plate seems to be a long way from the grooves in the front and back of the door handle itself. Does anyone have any insight into ho...
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apachomatic
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looking for a machinist
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Does any one know a shop that will cut a curved spline. Small job total size is 2 1/8" by 5/8" Homer
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Homer
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4 post car hoist questions
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If you were looking to buy a 4 post car hoist what make and model would be the best to buy, want to be able to store a full size truck underneath and would be nice to be able to change tires on it and also which one would have the widest ramps to drive up on as if ever a narrowed rear car with wide tires to be able to f...
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Hibred
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Louvers in Hamilton
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Looking to get some louvers punched in the Hamilton area. Anybody have a contact? I know Neil does them but Kingston would be a road trip Thanks
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GMDad
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Can anyone tell me what this car is ??
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This car belonged to the brother of a buddy of mine,..he and I thought it was an old Austin of some sort,.,,,( not ) .I have looked through every european make of vehicles I could find,..and could not find anything identical,..some were close to it,...but closer inspection proved othewise. The car...
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cheyenne
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Whats your home remedies for unclogging engine blocks
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I picked up a decent looking 250 in liner for a project my dad is into. We took it apart today to clean it up and put new gaskets in it. This is where we found a small, gunky problem. The weather jackets are rather plugged up with sludge. Its loose, for the most part, just looks like it would cause a real over he...
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pistinbroke
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Quiet 2 1/2" mufflers?
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Anyone know of a quiet 2 1/2" muffler? I'm swapping the 406" small block from my T into my new '63 Chevy 11 and I'd like it to be pretty quiet. It'll have 2 1/2" pipes from the headers all the way to the back bumper.
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Ragtop
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