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Don't forget that prices varied widely from one area to another and also depending on the brand. In north Alabama in 1970 gas was regularly 24.9...
I'm thinking that would be traditional.................. if he used a pre-65 ratchet.
Lame? Not to me. I'm liking the satin finish/less chrome look. I've seen enough chrome to make me tired.
Is this the body that's $6,900 on their website?
I'd try to find the part I need in Calif. Lots of parts there.
The Scat stuff must be pretty good because there are multiple reports of counterfeit Scat products. Buy from reputable sources only.
On racing engines I ALWAYS run a gear drive and have never experienced any problems. However I don't run the cheap dual idler units. The one on my...
Wiseco has a great product, not cheap but great service and when you call them they have the time to talk to you. If you're going to run it hard,...
I've built, repaired and tuned a few blown engines (only small and big block Chevy). If you're going to run boost, that's great. Lots of fun and...
Call it what you want. I know what a traditional hot rod looks like. To me if it's really fast and I mean FAST, I'll call it a hot rod and you can...
I would expect to run about 34-36 degrees total timing on an engine like that. Add some advance.
I'm no expert on how low is too low but I ran over a ground hog yesterday in my OT car. A little more clearance would have been better...........
I've seen enough polished aluminum to develop an allergy.....the pic is before installing belt guard, vent tubes and bigger zoomies.
I just re-discovered this build. Now I have to find a VW, or maybe NOT! Anyway, the patience and dedication resulted in a body that is the very...
It must be nice....owning a chain of gas stations! Good luck, hope you have a great time.
sold it!
I'm lucky if i get 2 oil changes between tire changes. Like falcongeorge said, use the pedal to the right a little more.
Just because you can't find a match on the good old inter-web doesn't mean you read it wrong. For example I have a 1968 302 Chevy . The only...
I'd tell them to worry more about their car and less about mine.
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Engine is a 1968 427 with 2 Holleys, 4 spd. a real head turner., Diamond pleated interior, electric exhaust cutouts. Drives very well for a...
Well wtf.......LOL There's a pic of the car and my phone number but it may be the most screwed up ad ever. The pic is on top of the...
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ok thanks, I appreciate it. pulling out my hair I followed all the instructions...seems pretty straightforward just won't happen
I have been trying for about an hour to post a car for sale and each time I'm asked to log in. Well, OK. I logged in every time. Can someone help...
Geez...you Aussies have all the fun !
If you really want to frag the guy and IF he leaves his vehicle unlocked, press the "juice" out of a saltwater fish and pour it on his carpet. The...
The next time just pour the beer in the radiator. Sorry....I couldn't resist that one.
Before you tear it down.........do a leakdown test. First, do it with the rockers on. Make sure the valves are both closed on each individual...
If it's been that long since it last ran I would make sure the entire fuel system (including the pump and nozzles) is as clean as a whistle. The...
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