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I found my tool that looks like a two prong fork type pryer. Put it behind the trim at the clip and it popped right off, without damaging the...
Thanks evintho for the pics and info. Helps a lot. Were the replacement clips hard to find? I'm hoping I can reuse mine since most parts are hard...
Thanks j.a. I have the tool kit that is designed for removing the door handles along with a couple of other tools. I will have to find them again,...
I'm trying to take the stainless off my 4 dr Capri and can't find very many nuts holding it on. I started with the front fender and see just one...
It's a 1/2" by 20 threads count. They screw on and in perfectly.[ATTACH]
I'm trying to hook up the fuel line to the tank on my 54 lincoln. I checked the threads on both pieces using proper size nut and bolt and they're...
Is it possible to start an engine on a regular engine stand? I have an engine stand and a hoist. Is it possle to use either of these things to do...
Thanks for the info. I don't have a break in stand, that's why I didn't break it in when I got it back. I'm trying to figure out the attachment....
It is a 54 lincoln capri
I did change out the oil pump and dizzy. Want options for carb.
I had my 317 lyb rebuilt about 9 months ago by a pro. It's been sitting since and I haven't done anything to it. It's on a stand. I've been...
Thanks all. Found one.
I decided to get the set from Kanter so I'm all set. Still need the oil tube from the pan to the pump.
But I can use some help locating the oil tube from the pan to pump. I ruined mine taking the engine out. If someone knows someone parting out a...
My mechanic found what he needs. 135 for the set. Now we're looking for the oil tube from the pan to the pump
I'm hoping someone on here knows someone parting out a Lincoln 317 engine. I need the oil tube from the pan to the pump. Also, is this part...
I tried asking this on yblocksforever but not getting any response. I have a 54 Lincoln Capri and need push rods. I want to buy all 16 of them....
Can't find any at a reasonable price. $70 at Kanter is more than double the price for rears. Anyone have any or know where to look? Also looking...
Well, I finally started into the engine. Once I took the valve cover off, I saw the innerds of the head. There was an awful lot of just thick...
Hey Jimmy six. You said earlier that you have a carb off an older car. Are you saying it's for sale or your car has that carb? Can you give me...
I've decided to go ahead and so the conversion on my 54 Lincoln Capri. I think since I have to replace most of the wiring due to rodent gnawing,...
It does look like a misplaced Harley, doesn't it?
That's good to know. I think I just might try that. I did take the screws out of the door panels and a few interior accessories and they actually...
Yeah, that's what attracted me to this car. Very solid and all brightwork was there. There are two emblems missing. One on the hood and one on...
Pretty shabby, but still pretty together for sitting 57 years.
Here's some pictures of the car I picked up today.
Well, I got the car home. Here are a few pics for now. Got a lot of mouse crap to vacuum up. Gonna gut the interior first, get it ready for redoing.
Thanks dtr. The car I just bought has been parked under a hay barn since 1965, has 68k miles. It's missing the carb. Does have an ac system in it...
Good to know. Been all around this hamb finding some kinda touchy about where I post questions.
Great, thanks. I will keep your offer in mind and. Just going to need a little time to wrap my head around the car and figure out where to start....
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