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Expert: Kevin Pilotte - 7/30/2006


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Any idea where  I could find Hood Hinges for this car, Did Nash /amc make it's own hood hinge, is it possible it purchased the part from another mfg.? I am currently looking for a parts car or car  in a junk yard for the hinge. thanks

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Brain,
Nash made their own body parts.
Here's a few places for you to call that specialize in used Rambler parts:
1) Collier Motors - Pikeville, NC- 919-242-4462
2)Eddie Stakes Planet Houston AMX - 713-785-1375 (11a.m. - 1 p.m. CST only)
3)Kennedy American - West Jefferson, OH - 614-879-7283
4) Webb's Classic Auto PArts - Huntington, IN - 219-344-1714

Hope this helps.
Kevin

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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.

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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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