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    SOLD 1968 Charger w/Hemi, 5 speed manual, Dana 60

    You don't need to remodel. Kitchens are functional spaces, not art. Keep the car.
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    Cordoba sells for almost 40K at Mecum

    Strange days in the motorcycle auction world as well. Las Vegas Mecum Jan 30 2025 - Lot #T15, a motorcycle equivalent of the Cordoba, the mighty Yamaha Radian, 1986 vintage, went for (hold on to your wallets, kids) $33,000!!! I don't care what shape it is in or whose collection it came from, I...
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    KYB vs Monroe vs Bilstein?

    Whaaaaaaaaa?!? They're missing out on a market. I noticed they said "automotive applications" on the website, didn't look any further. They likely cater to european/japanese/late model american stuff.
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    KYB vs Monroe vs Bilstein?

    Kayaba (KYB) is the largest OEM supplier of auto dampers in the world. They're built to a low price-point, which is why they feel harsh to some. They have the same issue in the motorcycle world - under sprung and over damped. I still have OEM Bilstein's on my 07 Toyota Tundra TRD and they are...
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    Road trips: They highlight the strengths and weaknesses of the car.

    Coming from the motorcycle end of the spectrum is the same thing. The more something gets modified from stock, the less versatile it becomes. I think it stems from a position of cost. Engineering teams at an OEM have millions of dollars to spend on R&D, and they take in so many design...
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    Looking for the location of a Bird

    That spreadsheet is nice to have. Does anyone know of a similar spreadsheet for 1970 GTX's? The 1970 GTX registry will only tell me if a certain VIN is in the registry or not. I may have the VIN for my brothers' car a bit wrong (I'm closer than he is, his brain is now lumpy oatmeal) and I...
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    Not a typical 68 Charger

    I am super impressed with this build. I have severe skills envy. Looking at these photos makes me want to go into my garage and burn all my tools.
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    ATF flush for the crankcase??

    If you haven't yet, go down this rabbit hole at Project Farm. No better testimonial for Sea Foam. I've used it on autos, motorcycles, lawn equipment, and generators - all suffering from various forms of neglect. I recommend it highly. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=agAWXnT4-EQ OTOH, if you...
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    Cordoba sells for almost 40K at Mecum

    All I know is this somebody is going to start looking for a pristine, one-owner Reliant K in anticipation of the next overhyped market trend. Wish me many lucks.
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    Bad paint bubbles

    Just as an experiment, leave it in the sun and see what happens. Then later, just before you prep it for repaint, run a credit card over the surface and see if you can get the bubbles to merge, like smoothing out window tint or popping bubble wrap. Might as well have fun with it before you fix it.
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    For Sale - Not Mine - Morphodite 64 Belvedere

    The ultimate in altered-wheelbase Mopars. You want more weight on the rear? Lemme git the sawsall.
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    Steel wheel look with no dog dish?

    IMO, please leave it as is. It looks Period Tough, tires notwithstanding. The thickness of the powder coating screwed up the possibility of the dogs' fitting.
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    Local 72 duster…what’s it worth?

    Jared, from the YouTube channel The Questionable Garage, put an LS, Coyote, and a late-model Hemi in a '71 Duster so he could compete at LS Fest, Ford Fest and MoParty in bowling Green on consecutive weekends. He did some things with that car that may interest you if you buy the '72. Watch the...
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    barring ware with 2 different oil

    *separate* Just thought I'd help you out there, Bob. No malice intended. I love oil threads. I'm certain some of you here are old enough to remember the absolutely foul-assed smell that was given off by fresh Havoline 30wt? FWIW, Motul 4T 7100 is the only oil I have actually felt a...
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    Black spot on cylinder wall…dingleball hone or worse?

    Coming from a motorcycle background - and two-strokes, no less - I've cleaned stained cylinders such as that with - prepare thine selves - muriatic acid. The stuff you get at a pool supply store. Wear gloves and use in a well-ventilated area. Wipe on, wipe off. Neutralize with a baking soda...
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