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...he result? Clutch seized so solid he thought he might have to take the engine out to get at it. Seized brake calipers. Blocked accelerator jets in the carbs. Twelve hours of labour at £45/hour...
...on the car. But nothing else happened. There was no loss of control, no careening. Cautiously he set the brakes and brought the two vehicles to a stop. Investigation revealed that one of the trailer t...
...carburettors. Other upgrades included revised suspension with adjustable Koni shocks and ventilated disc brakes all round, a larger anti-roll bar, wide five-spoke Fuchs forged alloy wheels and a more ...
Hi own a 86 VW Iltis Army Jeep and the rear brakes are worn to the rivets. Does anyone know if a person can rebuild brakes shoes? I doubt very much my local parts store will have brake shoes for an Il
...s great. About 125K miles. 4-door, slant 6, pushbutton transmission, white w/red interior. I've had some brake work done on it in the past year or two. Anyway, I'm considering selling it (or perhaps...
.../2 only components still in place. Car is not running at this time as it needs carburetor (original) and brake work (master cylinder blown from being stored). This car is not folding in half but it do...
A friend of mine has these wheels. They are 21' with Buick center caps and have the brake drum on them. We are trying to Identify about what year they are and their worth. Please view the photo and gi
...cts? If so, how was the quality of the parts and the service? I'm working on a '59 that need front end & brake work and was going to be placing a $1000.00 order with them but wanted to be sure of the ...
Quick question. I have a 1940 Plymouth (117' wheelbase) and I can purchase pre-bent stainless steel brake lines for a 1940 Dodge (119.5' wheelbase). Anyone have any experience with the two models and
I need a power brake booster for my 57 Chevy. Thanks, Terry in Texas
...e not working. I thought it was blown fuse, but after replaced with new fuse the problem still remained. Brake lights work, as well as the horn and windshield wiper. I suspect it was the flasher unit,...
Hey, I was wondering if anyone out there could tell me if I should use any special fluid when honing my brake cylinders, or if I should just do it dry. Thanks- Ian
Hey guys, I was wondering if there is a good modern brake fluid that anyone knows of that will substitute for older brake fluid (Delco Heavy Duty) for mid-fifties Buicks. -Thanks- Ian
...il change. Said it ran good; he took it up to seventy and said everything felt fine and it sounded good. Brakes are a little mushy and he is going to bleed them. States there are no oil or tranny leak...
Anyone have a set of plans for building a sheet metal brake, or know of a decent one for short $$$? I need to build some pans for my '59 Cad. I've looked at places like Harbor Freight or Northern, and
I'd really appreciate any advice on mounting the master cylinder for a Model A to '40's Ford hydraulic brake conversion. I'm finishing a conversion started by someone else that has the old Ford master
...que auto down the road with a carload of family members. Safety is nonexistent with it's mechanical drum brakes, lack of seat belts and a steering column that will spear the driver. Chic!...
...Of Changing) Gyromatic Transmission Radio Heater Does Anyone Know Of Any Parts Resources? I Need Brake Parts, Drums, Shoes, Etc, As Well As Chrome Trim Pieces. Also, Does Anyone Know Where I C...
... and i don't know what the likely suspects are... 1. Steering pulls to the right a hair, except when i brake. Then, the car turns the steering wheel to the right about 10 degrees. When i let up off ...
...ddy flattop 4 door and I had a couple of questions: How did people stop this 4800 pound car with those brakes? Is there any way of improving them w/o going to discs? Someone mentioned getting a two-...
Anyone know what years/models of disc brake setups will work on a 67 Polara? Thanks for any help
...storation ** Power pack V-8 with Harden valves for use with unleaded gasoline ** Power steering ** Power brakes ** Power seats ** Automatic trans ** Dual rear antennas ** Radial wide white wall tires ...
... - bench seats.. - re-built slant-6 engine with 50k on it.. - all fluids replaced (engine, transmission, brakes, differential, cooling system).. - complete tune-up with new wires, plugs, cap, rotor an...
I have a 1955 Chevy pickup and I need to know how tight to set the brakes when i first put new shoes on? Is the hub suppose to rub, rub some, not rub, or what? I am putting new everything brake relate
...have access to a friend who's got a pretty good inventory of tools (and knowledge). Anyway, here goes: Brakes - I'd like to replace the original drums with a new set of power disc brakes. I understa...
... unit in place.) Put the interior back in,(if you don't like it, now is the time to change it) bleed the brakes, and maybe a couple of minor things that I can't think of right now. You'll have to ask....
...d remove the sealer so that the epoxy can penetrate? I tried using muriatic acid, paint thinner and even brake fluid with no success. The water still beads. On the other hand, has anyone tried succe...
...57, 1961, 62 LeBarons. I need some general info on a 1948 LeBaron. Good and/or weak points, Engine type, Brakes (they were always lousy in the 1961's), transmission, etc. Can anyone help???????? Or st...
FOR SALE Dodge Power Wagon w/ Braken winche. Engine recently rebuilt. Good rubber. Email back to me for photo
...NEW: reupholstered seat, correct headliner, shocks, plugs, points, condenser, distributor, rotor button, brake system complete overhaul, drums turned, fuel pump, tires, oil pan drailed, hoses, all doo...
... parked it (probably never heard that one before, huh?) and it'll run again with some tinkering, but the brakes were going bad. Decent body, convertible top frame (no canvas top), California black pla...
It's 10'x2' (passenger side, for what it's worth). Prefer used, but will pay for new if I can't find it. Also, I'm looking for recommendations for places to buy shoes and cylinders. And throw in a sou
... automatic transmission, rebuilt rear differential, new tires, newer exhaust, alternator, ball joints, & brakes, fender skirts (not currently on, but in very nice shape). Have receipts for work done. ...
...lthough i do like impalas and the like. If you were starting from the beginning - I've done some minor brake and suspesion work, tune up, etc - what would you be looking for? What is the easiest e...
...rs. of age (2003)If I can keep it under 50000 miles?Thanks for any Info. P.S. It only has power steering&brakes.And is a 2dr....
...ses, and most of the tubing. I have bleed this system until I'm blue in the face. I still cannot get the brake pedal to have pressure behind it. It always goes to the floor. I've taken the master cyli...
...eling pretty full of myself for not grinding the gears while using the trans to slow down instead of the brakes. Then the examiner handed my the evaluation form, right at the top was the box for 'poor...
Selling fully restored '38 Desoto S5 Sedan. Six cylinder, lt/dk gray, suicide doors, new brakes, recent upholstery, recent servicing. Buyer to transport from Southern Oregon. $6,500.00 OBO.
1969 Pontiac Firebird Matching Number Rebuilt Original 350 Motor & Automatic Trans, Front Disc Brakes, A/C, full Interior, Bucket Seats, Full Set Of Rally Wheels, Nice Set Of Inner Fenders To Go Wit
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