Recent content by JG1966

I have an update with good news. I went to a different paint shop and got another scan and they told me V2 Hemi Orange was definitely the best match! I believe the issue was the first paint store -- the one that told me Ford Competition Orange was the match -- was searching for a solid color...

Thanks Torred. I guess as long as it matches, that's all that really matters. I'm worried her body might reject Ford paint like someone would a bad organ

Well, my worst fears were realized. I went to the local paint shop and had my paint scanned and they said Ford Competition Orange (CY) is an exact match. They also printed out the V2 formula and we compared them and it's nowhere near the same as Ford Comp Orange. I don't know what to do. I might...

When the supplier matches your aged EW1, is it a paint from a different car company? I might be concerned if they tell me the paint I need is Subaru Orange Delight or something like that.

Thanks #41. That's my thinking too. I'm just pretty sure they are going to scan it and look at the results and say, "Yup. That's EV2 Hemi Orange. We'll mix it up for you."

I'm not sure what brand. I think it might be PPG. The code is EV2

The paint shop that I'm going to has one of those cameras. But when they match the color, does it give them a formula to create that color OR does it just give them the color code that most resembles it? For instance, will it say V2 is the color or will it say V2 plus .02 percent more white (or...

I know Tor Red (V2 Plymouth) and Hemi Orange (EV2 Dodge) were one and the same color back in the day, but are they still the exact same color with modern paint manufacturers? I'm not talking about the "new" Hemi Orange (2008 and up). But if I want a little Tor Red touchup, and the local paint...

Instrument cluster for 1971-74 B Body. Part number 2985402, Non-rallye. Worked when removed. Excellent for parts or rebuild. Had some surgery at some point for aftermarket radio. $75 or best offer, plus shipping from 15229.

Thanks Bob. I did that test. 72 FSM B Body says more than .070 needs to be replaced. I'm working alone and I don't have the dial indicator, so that's tricky to know how much it's moving. It's very, very, very little with the crow bar, if anything. I unloaded the suspension and used a small jack...

Thanks JCC. I don't think wheel bearing play figures into .070 limit. That's strictly lower ball joint movement

Thanks Mike. The bearings are newer too, but I'll check those out

When I do the 12 o'clock/6 o'clock test on my right front tire (car jacked up, suspension unloaded), I'm getting a little wiggle. Maybe an 1/8 inch in and out (it's really hard to tell). When I use a big crow bar under the tire, I am getting less movement, but still a little bit. I know there is...

I have a battery shutoff switch with a fused wire, so I don't lose my radio settings every time I switch off the battery. I have a 20A fuse in there, but it blew (which happens when I turn on the ignition and forget to turn on the negative battery switch). Of course, I have a bunch of buss...

1971-72 B Body OEM fuel tank. Part No. 3404951. Fits 1971 B Body, and 1972 B Bodys built before April '72. Came off a 72 Roadrunner. No leaks or dents, but needs a little cleaning. Includes OEM fuel tank strap J-bolts. $50 or best offer, plus shipping from 15229. Will deliver in person from a...