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i have recently purchased a ramble marlin and it needs a lot of work. i am having trouble finding replacement parts for the engine and brakes. the engine is the 287 cid. i would like to rebuild the engine and automatic transmission. where would be a good place to start

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The best thing you can do is talk with others who also have a Marlin.
Google "AMC Marlin" and check out the numerous sites dedicated to the Marlin. Here's one for example: http://marlincarsite.com/
The Marlin is basically a fastback Rambler Classic.
Also, join a couple AMC/Rambler car clubs. You can get a lot of information from other members, including where to find spare parts.
Good luck with your project. The Marlin is a cool car!

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Kevin Pilotte

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I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.

Experience

I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.

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I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.

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I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.

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I have a certificate I printed out from a website.

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