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I new a lead on a front outer wheel bearing please. New Departure 909701 I see listings, but nobody has one. Little help? I can accept a used...
Striking out in my search for a diff cover gasket. 1939 Pontiac Series 25. Little help?
Installing power brakes on the 39 Poncho. Keeping drums all around. Looking for a suitable master cylinder. Will the Dorman 39052 work? Is...
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I’m having issues finding a suitable gas tank for the 39 Pontiac, so I’m considering building my own. I need one narrower than stock so I can...
Just thinking ahead a bit.. The frame on the 39 Poncho is nearing completion. Is there any reasoning involved in where to locate the mufflers? Any...
Now that Fatman fab is defunct, I am seriously considering modifying my own set of dropped uprights for my 1939 Pontiac. The plan would be to...
How much movement is realistically expected for the slip yoke? I’m running a 200r4 in the 39 Poncho. The yoke I have bottoms out with about an...
In search of drop spindles for my 39 Pontiac Series 25. Fatman is no more… Any suggestions on where to look?
I could use some good reference pics. I’m back to work on the 39 Pontiac. It’s a Series 25, which is basically a 39 Chevrolet coupe body with a...
Advice on this this setup? In attempting to locate an SBC engine /2004r tranny into the 1939 Poncho frame, I’m attempting to find that “sweet...
Anyone have experience with Sanden “style” compressors? Amazon & EBay both have them at a good price point and with good reviews. You have to...
I've been chasing this R4 vibration FOREVER. It used to do it only around 800rpm idle, so I upped my idle to 1000..but now its back with a...
I want to lower the 39 Poncho 2” but can not find lowering blocks that are 2” wide. Anyone have a reference? I’ll also probably be needing...
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I have located the engine where it needs to sit on the frame. I've bolted up the transmission to the engine. With everything in place, the body...
Anyone ever mount AC with double hump heads? (with no accessories holes).. yeah…I’m a pussy, but I’m a pussy in Florida and July -August they...
I have the 39 Poncho that needs an engine. I want it to bolt up to a 7004r. I borrowed a 70 Pontiac 350 to see if that BIG frigging monster...
Anybody ever figure out the secret for removing the outer chrome shell from vintage hubcaps? I have a couple donors I'm experimenting with to see...
So I have an SBC lying around which had a cracked head(s) causing it to steam heavily out the exhaust after startup. I ended up junking the...
So my buddy acquired a 283 in trade. The engine “ supposedly” runs well and has low hours, but PO snapped off the crank bolt, and in turn, an easy...
I want to insulate the roof of the 39 behind the headliner. I've had issues with the butyl rubber/ foil backed products not adhering when used on...
I'm attempting to save a ratty rear fender on the 39 Poncho. It has a large brazed on patch panel no doubt a valiant attempt by some PO...but its...
My 55 is a true daily driver and has been for the past 39 years. As such, the trunk is actually used daily to haul anything an everything. I...
How about some radical ideas for eliminating water grom my shop air? I'm in NE Florida with humidity in the air that most folks could not even...
Getting close to mounting some fenders on the 39 Poncho, so today's questions- Did these use fender welting? My shop manual doesn't mention it. If...
I have a Ford 9” that has been slinging oil since the day I put it in…years ago. I think I’ll finally give up and attempt a fix. It’s evidently...
While cruising the local scrap yard yesterday, and in days past, I stumble across some gems heading for the crusher. Recently I spotted an old...
Searched to no avail…. Any idea how the tumbler comes out of a 39 GM door or trunk .
I think I’ve recovered from the Rod run. Spent three days roaming amongst the cars, vendors, & after hour shows. My ass was worn out....
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