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Wheels, Tires, Brakes, Suspension & Steering / Re: Which type of subframe con...
Last post by MoparLeo - May 08, 2024, 10:55:18 PMUS Car tool. Follows the contour of the floor pan. Weld along the whole length to get best rigidity.
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1971 AMC Javelin SST
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Cuda & Challenger General Discussion (ROSEVILLE MOPARTS) / Re: Rear window defroster - wo...
Last post by 71vert340 - May 08, 2024, 09:46:55 PMInteresting about rear window defrost. My 74 Charger Rallye came with the electric heat tape on the window. It was the first year Dodge offered it. I also found out it's a rare option. My guess is that it was also offered in the 74 Challenger. I'll incllude a photo or two of it in my Charger.
Terry W.
Terry W.
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Wheels, Tires, Brakes, Suspension & Steering / Re: Which type of subframe con...
Last post by 71chally - May 08, 2024, 09:29:40 PMI'd use a piece of square tubing and go over it with the bent weld to floor ones.
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Wheels, Tires, Brakes, Suspension & Steering / Re: Dana 60 or 8 3/4 build for...
Last post by RUNCHARGER - May 08, 2024, 08:32:08 PMIMO, you'll be fine with the automatic. It's the shock loads from the manual clutch drops and power shifts that break them.
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Wheels, Tires, Brakes, Suspension & Steering / Re: Dana 60 or 8 3/4 build for...
Last post by TripleBlk70 - May 08, 2024, 08:18:50 PMok, so everyone agrees that the Dana 60 is best for 700+hp, so I don't feel like I'm thread-jacking too much ere when I ask "what about an 8 3/4 for a 392 (485hp)? My car will have the 6.4 hemi with an 8spd auto trans and 8 3/4 2ith 3.23 sure grip...which seems like it should be just fine?
I'm not going to drag race the car or anything, but I will definitely won't be afraid to get on the go-pedal from time to time.
I'm not going to drag race the car or anything, but I will definitely won't be afraid to get on the go-pedal from time to time.
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Wheels, Tires, Brakes, Suspension & Steering / Which type of subframe connect...
Last post by TripleBlk70 - May 08, 2024, 08:09:56 PMMy car is a convertible and I'm putting a 392 hemi in it, so there's no question I will be doing what I can to make it as structurally sound as possible.
I've seen a couple different types of subframe connectors. One is tubular and is welded or bolted (I will be welding regardless) to the existing front and rear frame components. The other is more contoured to fit along the floorpan and welded in place.
They both seem to do the same job but is one better than the other? I'd like to hear from people with experience here, I need to make a decision and start this part of the project soon.
I was also thinking aftermarket torque boxes, and wondering if the kit I've seen that goes under the radiator support is also a good addition?
Any advice is appreciated.
I've seen a couple different types of subframe connectors. One is tubular and is welded or bolted (I will be welding regardless) to the existing front and rear frame components. The other is more contoured to fit along the floorpan and welded in place.
They both seem to do the same job but is one better than the other? I'd like to hear from people with experience here, I need to make a decision and start this part of the project soon.
I was also thinking aftermarket torque boxes, and wondering if the kit I've seen that goes under the radiator support is also a good addition?
Any advice is appreciated.
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Cuda & Challenger General Discussion (ROSEVILLE MOPARTS) / Re: Rear window defroster - wo...
Last post by 7212Mopar - May 08, 2024, 07:52:29 PMWhen glass surface temperature is colder than the dew point temperature of air, moisture will condense on the glass surface. You can remove the air moisture in the air by turning in AC in full recirculation. The moisture on the glass will evaporate and absorb by the drier air. Air movement will make it go faster. If you have no AC then you can turn on the heater in recirc mode. Warmer air can hold more moisture and moisture on glass will evaporate. Again air movement by the glass helps. So yes, the rear air defroster moving air helps but don't do much by itself only.
Modern car has electric resistance heater on glass. Defrost mode turn on AC to remove moisture and run the heater to reheat the air to maintain cabinet temperature setpoint.
Modern car has electric resistance heater on glass. Defrost mode turn on AC to remove moisture and run the heater to reheat the air to maintain cabinet temperature setpoint.
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E-Body stuff found on Ebay, Craigslist or anywhere else / Re: 426 HEMI air cleaner lid f...
Last post by mccannix - May 08, 2024, 07:27:33 PMThat particular lid was inadvertently assembly line installed Bob L's shaker optioned 71 black Hemi Challenger,
..you remember that car Floyd, from your home state.
When the car sold years back, the family installed a correct one and kept the lid being it is so rare, deciding to ebay it last year.
In the 80's I owned an NOS N94 base with of these lids and only know of two others who had the same lid.
As stated, quite the unicorn.
I saw a prototype reproduction and a limited run may likely be done, may hear more about that on here.
..you remember that car Floyd, from your home state.
When the car sold years back, the family installed a correct one and kept the lid being it is so rare, deciding to ebay it last year.
In the 80's I owned an NOS N94 base with of these lids and only know of two others who had the same lid.
As stated, quite the unicorn.
I saw a prototype reproduction and a limited run may likely be done, may hear more about that on here.
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Cuda & Challenger General Discussion (ROSEVILLE MOPARTS) / Re: Rear window defroster - wo...
Last post by dodj - May 08, 2024, 06:44:00 PMI have the parts to send you.
I'll probably toss them soon. Let me know if you want them. Not looking to make a bunch of $$. Just don't want to toss them in the trash.
Just so you remember.....I'm in Canada...shipping MAY make it unfeasible.....economically.
I'll probably toss them soon. Let me know if you want them. Not looking to make a bunch of $$. Just don't want to toss them in the trash.
Just so you remember.....I'm in Canada...shipping MAY make it unfeasible.....economically.