| Subject | Date Asked |
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| 1966 CHEV CONVERTIBLE TOP | 11/18/2009 |
Q: MY 1966 CHEV CONVERTIBLE TOP GRINDS OR MAKES ALMOST A RATCHETING NOISE WHEN I TRY TO PUT IT DOWN.. I ...
A: The top mechanism uses a hydraulic pump and two rams, located tat the rear and on either side of the ...
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| upgrade headlights on a 1978 MGB | 11/10/2009 |
Q: I am upgrading my "78" MGB to halogen headlights. I have the new heavy duty wiring harness and need ...
A: Oh, yes. I recall buying parts from them in my Tiger days...that harness is all you need. But you ...
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| upgrade headlights on a 1978 MGB | 11/10/2009 |
Q: I am upgrading my "78" MGB to halogen headlights. I have the new heavy duty wiring harness and need ...
A: Jim, this is a high-amperage-draw item, and your MGB's harness is over 30 years old, and, ...
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| brakes | 10/29/2009 |
Q: I just biought a 51 ford f1 pickup. Runs and drives great, but the brakes went out. When pushing the ...
A: Don't drive it until the brakes have been gone through 100%. You are putting your life and the lives ...
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| 73 superbettle | 10/27/2009 |
Q: First i have been trying to get my backup lights to work. The relay under the seat was damaged and i ...
A: Dave, you don't need an expert... You need Google and a spare half-hour or so to have a look at the ...
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| 1948 Dodge | 10/22/2009 |
Q: Am looking for a supplier of rubber gaskets for a 1948 Dodge four door sedan- gaskets for around ...
A: The best supplier of this type of trim that I have found is Sommer & Maca, who have divisional ...
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| 1951 Mercury 1 T p/u | 10/13/2009 |
Q: I replaced the speedo cable in the truck but it still does not work. I drove the truck briefly with ...
A: Jim, before you do this, drive the truck with the end of the cable sitting out in the open where you ...
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| Rochester 4GC choke question | 10/9/2009 |
Q: Paul: I have a Rochester 4GC, #7026121, on my 56 Chevy Bel Air and have just tried to replace the ...
A: My experience with these is somewhat limited--my '55 Nomad had one and once it was properly rebuilt ...
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| 1977 fiat spider | 9/30/2009 |
Q: Just got this car it has 1000 miles on the new used motor it will crank but not start up.the ...
A: Lisa-- You should start by checking the cam timing. The timing belt is prone to skipping a notch, ...
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| 283 Small Block Oil Leak | 9/29/2009 |
Q: I have a 1959 Corvette that has been "frame off" restored but I have an oil leak that "appears" to ...
A: John: Drain the pan well and let it sit overnight with no oil in it. Remove all of the pan bolts ...
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| 29 Chevy | 9/24/2009 |
Q: My dad and I recently purchased a 1929 chevy sedan, it has missing and or rotten wood. My question ...
A: Roger, Having done a '28 Chevy sedan myself decades ago, I sympathize with your plight and your ...
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| 1940 Chevy brakes | 9/19/2009 |
Q: My stock 1940 Chevy's brakes on the front and rear hubs (pass. side) are dragging. It's like they ...
A: Beautiful and very well-built car, John... Needs driving more often if possible. You need to put ...
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| 1964 Ford Falcon Stalling | 9/15/2009 |
Q: I have a 1964 Ford Falcon Futura Sedan with a 170 Cu. In. 6 cylinder auto-trans that I am restoring. ...
A: Abby, The problem lies with the carb rebuild by the former owner. There are a dozen things that ...
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| speedometer | 9/15/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A 1958 CHEV. IMPALA THAT HAS BEEN RESTORED.THE TRANS HAS BEEN CHANGED FROM A POWER GLIDE TO A ...
A: Cable and housing are new, but are the guts themselves? Old speedos can get touchy; no wonder ...
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| Trans. adjustments. | 9/14/2009 |
Q: How do I adjust the bands on a 2 spd. auto trans., 1953 Chevy Bel Air?
A: To adjust the powerglide low gear band you need to locate band adjustment stud and loosen the nut. ...
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| 1966 Mustang Running after key removed | 9/2/2009 |
Q: I noticed you responded to a similar thread earlier this month, but I need some clarity please. My ...
A: Next thing I'd consider, Troy, would be a harness short between any battery lead (the thick one from ...
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| 1966 Mustang Running after key removed | 9/2/2009 |
Q: I noticed you responded to a similar thread earlier this month, but I need some clarity please. My ...
A: Sounds to me like it was running on, or "dieseling". This happens when there are carbon deposits in ...
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| 1964 chevy engine | 9/1/2009 |
Q: Wilczynski I've got a 1964 Chevy Impala, and I'm trying to find the info on the engine. Decoding ...
A: I'm sure you mean "283", not "289", and these had the ram's head exhaust manifolds, too. That ...
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| electric fuel pump | 8/29/2009 |
Q: I am rebuilding a 1948 F1 ford truck with a 239 flathead V8. I had he enging rebuilt and was told I ...
A: Jay: Consider this: A mechanical pump has no regulation...even at idle, it delivers enough fuel to ...
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| media blasting | 8/28/2009 |
Q: Is there a media that will take off a layer of primer with minimal damage to the body work ...
A: Some pro--he should cover the cost of getting it back into the same shape it was when it arrived at ...
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| gas sending unit | 8/26/2009 |
Q: I need to replace the gas sending unit on my 1962 Chevy Impala but don't know how, is it something I ...
A: You can check to see if there is an access panel in the floor of your trunk. Lift up the trunk mat ...
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| car won't shut off | 8/22/2009 |
Q: I have a 1965 impala with a 350 that the previous owner installed. After the car is turned off and ...
A: Sergio, the person who installed the 350 inadvertently connected the hot coil lead to the wrong ...
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| 1940 ford woody | 8/18/2009 |
Q: my boss just bough a 1940 ford woody all 100% original. He has a problem with the ignition switch it ...
A: This is a matter for a locksmith. You should have two Hurd keys with this car, and one is for the ...
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| 1967 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow | 8/14/2009 |
Q: Just bought car owners didn't know very much about car,I have a problem getting to the battery, the ...
A: Yep. Disconnect the large "hot" cable from the starter motor, and hook up the charger + cable to ...
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| Caddy wont start | 8/12/2009 |
Q: I think the neutral safty switch is out? I turn the key and I have power to everything but nothing ...
A: It's on the left-hand side of the transmission casing. As far as bypassing it, there will only be ...
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| 1970 VW clutch | 8/7/2009 |
Q: My bug will start but wont go into gear. I'm pretty sure it's the clutch but I don't know how to fix ...
A: Vince, this doesn't really take an expert answer from me. You should try Googling, using the ...
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| dist, cap firing order | 8/7/2009 |
Q: cap does the number 1 plug wire go? the cap doesnt have a 1 to look for thank you
A: It goes on any terminal on the cap! But the terminal you want is the one that the rotor is pointing ...
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| 1959TR3A Wire Wheels | 8/6/2009 |
Q: I saw your response to the 57 TR3 about the oliy substance on the wire wheel. I have a 59 and my ...
A: Well, it sounds like you've replaced all the proper parts. If you are not feeling any undue ...
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| vw baja bug | 8/3/2009 |
Q: I just got a 72 Baja Bug running and its spitting out oil out the dip stick. What causes this, the ...
A: Trevor, you've either got too much oil in that bugger, or the crankcase vent is plugged! You should ...
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| Volkswagen Beetle | 8/2/2009 |
Q: i just purchased a 1974 VW Beetle and it has a low rpm skip. It has a hard time Ideling and when ...
A: Three items to check first, Kevin: 1. Ignition: Be sure the distributor is operating properly and ...
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| MG Midget transmission switches | 7/29/2009 |
Q: I have a 75 MG Midget that I am rewiring. It has an earlier model year (don't know what year) 1275cc ...
A: Depending upon the year, this could be a US-mandated neutral safety/seat belt interlock switch, ...
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| brake equalizer valve | 7/22/2009 |
Q: I have a 1956 Ford Fairlane and my buddy has a 55 Customline(same cars mechanically).We purchased 2 ...
A: I think that the warning light is redundant once he brakes have been rebuilt with new parts. Beleive ...
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| brake equalizer valve | 7/22/2009 |
Q: I have a 1956 Ford Fairlane and my buddy has a 55 Customline(same cars mechanically).We purchased 2 ...
A: In an all-drum setup, a proportioning valve (its proper term) is not strictly required. However, no ...
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| 1935 Packard Super Eight | 7/22/2009 |
Q: My question is. This car is negative ground as you know. I put a coil on and was not sure if I ...
A: You are correct, Scott--minus to distributor points. All condensors are not the same, but all have ...
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| gutter trim | 7/20/2009 |
Q: Hello can you help me please I have a 1968 impala fastback and dont know how to get the chrome off ...
A: This is a tough one, Alan. It needs to be pried off, starting at the bottom and levering it over the ...
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| 1955 belair color | 7/16/2009 |
Q: I would like to know approximately how many 1955 chev bel airs were produced in the two-tone shadow ...
A: Having owned a '55 Nomad in this color combination, I looked long and hard for this figure myself. I ...
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| 53 Plymouth wiring | 7/16/2009 |
Q: I have a 1953 plymouth cambridge with wiring problems. I beleive the problem is in the lighting ...
A: Eric, you should start by unwrapping the loom from the firewall forward. Disconnect the battery ...
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| starting 41 Ford flathead V8 after 1 year not used | 7/14/2009 |
Q: starter relay clicks but engine will not turn over. Battery fully charged. Sounds like starter ...
A: Nope. I just have a more analytic way of approaching things. And if this starts and it still won't ...
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| starting 41 Ford flathead V8 after 1 year not used | 7/13/2009 |
Q: starter relay clicks but engine will not turn over. Battery fully charged. Sounds like starter ...
A: Pulling off the starter and Bendix, and checking the amperage draw not under load, would be the ...
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| 1970 MGB | 7/11/2009 |
Q: My clutch is making a grinding noise when I try to engage the clutch. Does this mean the plates are ...
A: Clutch or gearbox, Damian? If you're getting the grinding the gears noise, then it could be clutch, ...
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| '74 vw beetle | 7/8/2009 |
Q: what can i check or look for to stop the fuse from blowing on my windshield wipers. they ran ...
A: First, Joyce. make sure that the fuse is the correct amperage value. One of too low a value will ...
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| 52 MG TD Won't Start | 6/30/2009 |
Q: I own a '52 MG TD. The last time it was driven was 2 years ago, and has been in our garage ever ...
A: Sounds like a bad ground. This is a positive-ground (earth) car, BTW, so make sure you've got the ...
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| 1970 convertible deville | 6/25/2009 |
Q: i just bought the car and soft top is operated manually,is this possible,or somebody removed parts? ...
A: Dani, You're missing two hydraulic rams, their brackets, and possibly the hydraulic pump, hoses, ...
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| VW 1967 Dune Buggy | 6/23/2009 |
Q: I have an old registration from 1989 - for a VW 1967 Dune Buggy. I have already been ripped off by ...
A: I don't know what state you're in, and state laws vary. However, due to recently-enacted laws on ...
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| front bumper protection | 6/17/2009 |
Q: .what are some good products you could recommened to protect a front bumper from rock damage. i have ...
A: James, Usually a couple of good coats of wax go a long way toward helping a painted surface to ...
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| flat head ford | 6/15/2009 |
Q: I have a 34 ford with a flat head it has a 2 barrel carb all of a sudden it started to make a loud ...
A: Then it would appear to me that any leak in the gasket is between a cylinder and the bolt hole. Have ...
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| flat head ford | 6/15/2009 |
Q: I have a 34 ford with a flat head it has a 2 barrel carb all of a sudden it started to make a loud ...
A: Hey, Mark! Blown head gasket, my friend. While you're into fixing it, get both heads skimmed flat ...
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| Mark II Jag torque specs | 6/12/2009 |
Q: I have two shop manuals and neither give much bolt/nut torque info. I'm trying to find the torque ...
A: John! Although I'm a Jag enthusiast myself (being the owner of a lovely '99 XJ8 Van Den Plas ...
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| 1966 mustang distributor cap | 6/7/2009 |
Q: we changed the distributor cap on the mustang but now the car won't turn over. It tries but just ...
A: Well, Cindy, if you didn't loosen the distributor and rotate it, then you either put the wires in in ...
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| head light dash switch | 6/6/2009 |
Q: How do I remove and then replace the light switch on the dash of my 56 chevy in order to replace ...
A: Jerry. You'll need to remove the knob, too. Pull it out all the way so it turns the lights on. ...
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| 1964 Chevy Impala Brakes | 6/3/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased a 64 impala from a farmer's barn. It's in pretty good shape, and I've gotten it ...
A: Quinn: You absolutely, positively, do not want to drive this car until the brakes have been ...
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| 69 Nova rapid acceleration problem | 5/30/2009 |
Q: I have a 1969 Nova. The accelerator takes off without me. If I apply firm pressure to the ...
A: OK, have you checked choke operation, carb floats and the accelerator pump? Sounds like gas in ...
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| 69 Nova rapid acceleration problem | 5/29/2009 |
Q: I have a 1969 Nova. The accelerator takes off without me. If I apply firm pressure to the ...
A: Sure! You need to check the entire throttle linkage including the accelerator pedal pivot. Also make ...
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| 235 1955 Chevy Engine | 5/28/2009 |
Q: I've installed this engine (supposedly was rebuilt) in my 49 Chevy. The engine is running a little ...
A: Replace your distributor cap and rotor. Sounds like a problem with the rotor contact not clearing ...
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| to restore or not to restore, that is the answer.. | 5/24/2009 |
Q: I found this good deal on a '59 Chrysler New Yorker. I've just graduated H.S and want it bad, but ...
A: Austin: Expect to donate your time to this project, and hopefully recoup the cost of parts and ...
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| 1962 Impala | 5/11/2009 |
Q: I purchased a 1962 impala with a rebuilt motor. I recently took it on a road trip of 400 miles or ...
A: If this is a 235 six-cylinder motor, the oil filter was an option, installed by the dealer. The only ...
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| 1968 vw horn hook-up | 5/3/2009 |
Q: I have a Grant Steering wheel (just got the car) with one wire coming through it. How am I supposed ...
A: Did you buy a stock VW horn for a '68? I'll bet you didn't--they are very pricey and usually a ...
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| 1968 vw horn hook-up | 5/3/2009 |
Q: I have a Grant Steering wheel (just got the car) with one wire coming through it. How am I supposed ...
A: If you've got the stock horn (hopefully) still on the car, then the horn is set up with the ground ...
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| "74 VW Beetle | 4/30/2009 |
Q: I'm having intermittent starting problems. Battery is good, starter and solenoid are good. Some ...
A: Bill, you're going to need to check the entire circuit for continuity. Offhand, it sounds like a ...
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| 1979 MGB Brakes | 4/21/2009 |
Q: Braking switches unpredictably between all four wheel brakes grabbing with normal brake pedal ...
A: When was the last time the brakes were gone through really thoroughly? The master cylinder is ...
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| citreon radio 1970 | 4/8/2009 |
Q: hey Paul, i am living in Italy and my boyfriend has a Citroen pallas ds 1970 that he loves. His ...
A: I would love a Pallas, too...those seats are finer than the ones on my old Silver Shadow! As the ...
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| 1949 buick steering | 4/3/2009 |
Q: I have a 1949 buick roadmaster, series 71, showcar. when I turn the steering to the right, all is ...
A: Dan looking at your original question, I noticed you said the following: "the steering wheel will ...
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| new battery cable | 4/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 1968 chevy impala and im trying to get it running. I just got the new battery cable( the ...
A: William: The other end of the negative cable is bolted to the body, usually in the firewall area. ...
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| 1962 impala Running lights not working | 3/31/2009 |
Q: My 1962 impala Running lights not working. I have checked bulbs+fuses, changed headlight & ...
A: Jim, it's pretty unlikely that all of the grounds for all the lights would be failing at the same ...
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| How and wher | 3/31/2009 |
Q: do you know any place that I can trust please let me know.my nomber is or you can Email me thank ...
A: Anthony, I know of one excellent Citroen specialist, who I would recommend without reservation, but ...
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| 51 Bentley Oil Pressure Gauge | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I have a 1951 MKVI Bentley. I purchased the car in parts and am slowly restoring it. My question ...
A: Graham: Congratulations on buying a lovely, beautifully-driving, and very well-built automobile. ...
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| Beetle motor- not charging | 3/26/2009 |
Q: I have a early 70's beetle motor that is not charging it has the generator on it. When I got it the ...
A: Devin. I was a bit rusty on the generator tech, as I've only used alternators in my VWs since about ...
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| 1965 VW - seat belts | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I just bought a 1965 VW bug and the wipers do not move when switched on, unless manually forced. ...
A: I don't have a '65 sitting in my office at the moment, BUT there are a quartet of threaded holes for ...
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| compression test 1954 belair | 3/23/2009 |
Q: IVE JUST COMPLETED A COMPRESSION TEST ON MY 6 CYL 235 54 CHEVY. ALL CYLINDERS READ BETWEEN 105 AND ...
A: Vito: If you do a cylinder leakdown test, you'll find that you've got blowby past the rings. Yes, ...
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| My 1964 Chevy Nova II | 3/21/2009 |
Q: I have a 1964 Chevy Nova II with a 230 inline six under the hood. As of today, I noticed that when I ...
A: Brian, my first thought is carburetor. Sounds like a float problem to me, but it could be ignition, ...
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| Banjo Axle ratios | 3/20/2009 |
Q: Will the Mk1 Ford Capri banjo axle ratio 3.09:1 Crown wheel and pinion fit in my MG B's Banjo axle ?
A: My interchange manual has no reference for these two. I have no personal experience in this swap, ...
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| 1965 VW wiper linkage | 3/20/2009 |
Q: I just bought a 1965 VW bug and the wipers do not move when switched on, unless manually forced. ...
A: If you're talking about that full-width sculpted black fiberboard cover, I'm surprised it's still ...
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| 1965 VW wiper linkage | 3/19/2009 |
Q: I just bought a 1965 VW bug and the wipers do not move when switched on, unless manually forced. ...
A: There's little to adjust in the linkage, but a bent connector (look under the dash...) may cause ...
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| Convertible Top | 3/18/2009 |
Q: I have a 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air convertible. The hydraulic top fluid has leaked out and I need to ...
A: The top motor is behind the rear seat, correct. There are also hydraulic rams; one in each rear ...
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| Convertible Top | 3/17/2009 |
Q: I have a 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air convertible. The hydraulic top fluid has leaked out and I need to ...
A: Dave, The first thing that I'd do is determine the cause and source of the leak. If it's a loose ...
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| 1955 ford head liner | 3/16/2009 |
Q: I was reading your information on the instalation of headliner and found it very informative .I also ...
A: I seem to recall a chromed stamped molding covering the edges of the windshield and backlight. If my ...
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| 1954 chevy plug fouling | 3/15/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A 1954 CHEVY BELAIR 235 6 CYL.IT KEEPS FOULING THE PLUGS ON ALL CYLINDERS,(DRY CARBON FOULED) ...
A: Vito: Your engine is running way too rich. This is a carb problem. I'd say get the guy who rebuilt ...
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| Timing on a 79 MGB | 3/11/2009 |
Q: Should the vacuum advance retard the timing and if so how come when theres no vacuum to the dist. ...
A: Doug: It's called vacuum advance because it advances the timing. On some motors (notably ...
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| el camino | 3/10/2009 |
Q: I saw an ad for a 1984 v8 el camino, 150,000 miles I wanted to ask if parts are readily available ...
A: Sue, this is what I'd call a "wide open" question. What are you planning to do with this ...
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| 1966 Mustang - 200 6cyl | 3/9/2009 |
Q: Paul, I have an original # matching mustang with a 200 6cyl. it's not driven much, but I would like ...
A: Andre: Do you know if the original 6 has been rebuilt in the past? If it was, anytime after about ...
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| changing out drive train | 3/8/2009 |
Q: I'm not sure if this is a question that you will have time for but I thought I would give it a shot. ...
A: Matt, there are a few issues here, and detailing them for you, may help you in your decision. When ...
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| 1957 Triumph TR3 | 3/6/2009 |
Q: I have a 57 TR3, I recently noticed oily discharge on my right rear (wire) wheel. I took the brake ...
A: Yeah, Rob. Bad news, but you've guessed correctly. Now you've got to get it to a good mechanic or ...
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| Door adjustment | 3/4/2009 |
Q: I have a four doors 1959 plymouth savoy with very low miles. The all four doors work as new as they ...
A: Maria Teresa: This could be one of two things: A loose hinge mounting, or a worn hinge pin. The ...
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| starter | 3/3/2009 |
Q: I just finished dropping in my new 350 engine into a 1980 Camaro. I have one small problem. I forgot ...
A: Gary! You can download a diagram for this application at: http://www.mediafire.com/?5j1t9xdz1gv ...
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| headliner installation | 3/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 1955 Ford Customline with an 8-bow fabric headliner. the headliner is in place and ready ...
A: Will: Sure. I did the headliner myself in my '54 glasstop Skyliner (why did I ever let that one ...
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| replacing original vacuum and fuel lines | 3/1/2009 |
Q: Replacing the original vacuum and fuel lines in my 1956 Ford Customline seems simple enough. When I ...
A: Will: My solution for this has been the same for the last few decades: Purchase a brake line ...
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| 1962 impala restor. | 2/27/2009 |
Q: would a 350 motor fit with a 700r4 tranny? into the 62.And if so . what would i have to change out?
A: Hey, Tony: Such simple questions often lead to book-length answers! But I'll keep this one short ...
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| vw superbeetle | 2/27/2009 |
Q: I have a 1979 superbeetle convertible. It was parked outside for 4 years..not driven. The bottom is ...
A: Deborah: I think the question here is not "is is worth it?", but rather, "can you get it done ...
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| Carpet DIY | 2/24/2009 |
Q: I'm working on the interior of a Triumph TR6. In Canada, there seem to be very few autoparts stores ...
A: Don't use indoor/outdoor carpeting. It's stiff, tough to install, and looks hokey and non-original. ...
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| 1963 Impala SS Convertible | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I am restoring a 1963 Impala SS Convertible. Car originally had a 283 195 HP engine and I am ...
A: To my knowledge, Ron, there is no heavy-duty passenger car upgrade available for an aluminum-case ...
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| 1955 Buick Inside Door Handle Removal | 2/9/2009 |
Q: Paul: Attempting to remove door handle/widow handles for a 1955 Buick Super coupe. Door window ...
A: Greg! These handles are held on by a "C" type wire clip. This clip is flush with the door panel, ...
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| 1935 chevrolet truck body | 2/8/2009 |
Q: I have a 1935 pickup and am having a hard time finding a supplier for the wood doorposts and other ...
A: Randy, I was up against this when I was restoring a '28 Chevy in 1970, so I bought some tools and ...
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| Polarity | 2/6/2009 |
Q: What was the advantage of positive ground vs negative ground?
A: Great question with a simple answer, partly historic. Oftentimes, stationary electrical equipment ...
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| 1967 CORVETTE HEATER | 2/5/2009 |
Q: PAUL, I HAVE A 67 COUPE ALL ORIGINAL IN GREAT CONDITION. THE HEATER DOES NOT COME ON. MY ORIGINAL ...
A: Hey, Michael...you don't give me enough info to allow me to pinpoint what the problem would ...
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| engine oil additives/gasahol | 2/1/2009 |
Q: I've heard that "older" cars can't use the same engine oil as modern vehicles, something to do with ...
A: Oliver: The best advice I can give you regarding the use of additives in older engines, is that ...
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| Rough Idle on 1965 Ford Ranchero | 1/14/2009 |
Q: My 65 Ranchero runs well when you start her up in the morning and drive her to a set point. If you ...
A: Two things, Eric: When the carb butterflies were re-bushed, did they also do a rebuild? This could ...
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| Door panel removal on a '61 Caddy | 1/13/2009 |
Q: How do you remove the door panel on a 1961 Cadillac Deville? I removed the screws on the bottom, as ...
A: Bruce: GM typically used push-in clips as well as screws to hold their panels onto the inner door ...
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| surges @steady speeds | 1/12/2009 |
Q: I have A stock 1969 z28 302 camaro with a hotter cam and pertronics. The car had bad surges @ steady ...
A: Hey, Mike. Sounds like you've made good progress. You know, if I tell you to leave it alone, you ...
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| windshield replacement 55 chevy 210 2dr | 1/12/2009 |
Q: I am told that when replacing the windshield that the chrome and gasket and windshield all go into ...
A: Rick: Install the gasket on the glass first, with a pull cord around the pinchweld lip slot in the ...
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| Firing orfer and spark plug assembly | 1/12/2009 |
Q: You emailed me saying you had answered this already once? I have only asked this once and I never ...
A: Actually, I did, John. And it was a very long and detailed answer, too. I should save these on my ...
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| 1958 plymouth rear leakly mail seal | 1/7/2009 |
Q: I have a 58 plymouth with a 350 b motor that I had rebuilt about a year ago , now it started to leak ...
A: Tim, if my memory hasn't failed me, this is a "rope" type main seal. You can buy a kit to remove ...
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| 75 GMC Motorhome Paint | 1/5/2009 |
Q: I have purchased a 1975 GMC motorhome which is fiberglass painted, and then decorated with a decal ...
A: Sure, Donovan: There are two methods generally used. You can use one or both. A heat gun and ...
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| carburetor "johnson model" | 12/31/2008 |
Q: on how to adjust this carb. it is on a 1929 cadillac v/8 johnson updraft carb. thanks for any help. ...
A: Richard, I've found a couple of pages of an old Johnson carb manual. Here's the direct link to my ...
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| 1986 buick somerset | 12/30/2008 |
Q: the felt material has come loose from the inside roof of my car,how do i replace or repair it, it's ...
A: Debbie! This cloth piece is called the "headliner" and is actually double-knit synthetic material ...
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| 1964 impala turns but does not start | 12/27/2008 |
Q: i traded a truck i had for a 1964 impala 4 doora while back. i would start it and leave it running ...
A: Rigo. You need two things for it to start: spark and fuel/air mixture. If you're getting spark, ...
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| 1965 chevelle water leaks | 12/26/2008 |
Q: I have water leaks from front winshield, rear window, doors, all over need help bad thanks
A: Hey, Mike! This is SUCH a broad question that I'll give you a general answer, but I'll warn you off ...
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| 1958 Triumph TR3 | 12/24/2008 |
Q: I have a '58 Triumph TR3. My dad and I worked on it when I was a teenager and had it running and in ...
A: Rich! When I did this to my old Rolls-Royces, they called it "recommissioning", and it was ...
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| gauges | 12/24/2008 |
Q: thanks bill
A: Hey, Bill... This can all be traced to one thing--the speedometer cable. It's needing lubrication, ...
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| Hillman/Sunbeam Zenith Carburetter | 12/23/2008 |
Q: I am seeking re-build info on the Zenith type 30 VN fitted to the Hillman Minx 1961/64 model and ...
A: Anthony! This is a fairly easy request. I've got one for a type 34VN; this is the same carb except ...
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| hydraulic brakes | 12/20/2008 |
Q: How can I free up wheel cylinders that have been sitting for 50 years. Of course I would like to do ...
A: Eric! You don't mention what type of car, so Ill keep my answer general. This may not be possible ...
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