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  1. road robert

    '71 road runner 383 purple cam? - how can I find the model/specs with distributor removed?

    Good evening tribe: I'm replacing my worn out distributor with one from Halifaxhops (thanks for the referrals, we spoke this morning) and wondering what type of “purple” cam I have as seen by looking down the hole with the distributor removed. Please see picture below, you can see a purple gob...
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    Distributor Replacement Referral - Joe's Mopar Distributor Restoration?

    Hello Mopar Gurus & Geeks: Has anyone bought from or had refurb dione by Joe's Mopar Distributor Restoration? I found him by Google search and talked with him this afternoon, seems like a standup guy and can give you what you want (stock, OEM/NOS, custom, points or electronic) complete with...
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    '71 road runner Fuse Block Relay/Metal Can Bent Pin???

    Hello B Buddys, I noticed this bent tab wondering if it was done for a reason or should it be straightened and plugged in? It’s been like this for 5+ years since I bought it everything works OK… sort of looks like it is intended NOT to be plugged in and purposesly bent, just another random...
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    Radiator Mounting Bracket Detached - Need A Quick Fix!

    Hello B Buddy's, my radiator bracket is detached from the upper tank, I am planning on using Gorilla 5 minute Epoxy to secure it - think that will work? I'm not worriend about it falling out, the upper hose will also help keep it in place once it's back in... I know it was originally soldered...
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    Where to Buy NEW Radiator for '71 road runner 383 4 speed no A/C

    Hello Tribe, thinking it's time to replace my radiator. It works OK and although has NOT yet overheated, on hot days and in car show/rush hour stop & go the temperature climbs and makes me nervous! *Where is the BEST place to but a stock looking (26") replacement? Thanks to all! road robert
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    '71 to '74 New Dash Pad - Which One Is The Best?

    Hello, my '71 road runner dash pad just cracked all the way through right in my line of site. Started shopping for replacement and wondering if anyone found the best looking and fit. Not interested in a "cap" unless you know one that looks great and can't tell the difference. Thanks!
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    '71 road runner Clutch Fork Adjuster Rod - Did A Nut Fall Off/Missing Or Supposed to be this way??

    I just noticed this and can't tell from the service manual pics - is there supposed to be a nut on the thread as seen in the below pics?
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    TORQUE Specs seem too high for 8 3/4 Third Member & Axle Flange Nuts?!?

    I swapped my 3:91 for a 3:55, the torque spec for the nuts is 45 ft. lbs. and 35 ft. lbs. for axles. I don't own a torque wrench so borrowed one (1/2 inch drive) from Auto Zone. I "bench tested" the torque feel in my workbench vise and 45 ft lbs. seem WAY TOO MuCH and think I can hand tighten by...
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    1971 Charger/Satellite/road runner/GTX Vapor Separator Tank - Is It Needed or can I Bypass IT?

    Hello BBody Buddies: I finally took a close look at this yesterday and it was pretty sloppily done, somebody used all different length 5/16 fuel hose for all four fittings, I also think I have the wrong gas tank for my 71 road runner as the gas tank fittings are 1/4 inch and the vapor separator...
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    '71 road runner 383 - Need New Thermostat Housing (Kit?) ricks-mopars, and Upper & Lower Radiator Hoses

    Greetings, what do you think of this? $28.97 ship comes with 180 degree T-stat. My housing is disintegrating - not concerned if not OEM/NOS. Also want to replace upper & lower hoses, looking for nice fitting good quality hoses (last set from RockAuto terrible quailty)
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    Parts Geek General Quality for Rear Drum Brake Kits and Other Stuff?

    Greetings, always looking for decent Mopar parts source and seeing Parts Geek come up a lot in my searches. Anyone have feedback on rear brake drum kits from them? My brake cylinders and shoes are OK just want to replace all the other rusty items while doing a third-member swap. Thanks! road robert
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    DoctorDiff "Out-of-stock" 8 3/4" 489 Case Third Member Want to Source a 3:23 Sure Grip ASAP

    DoctorDiff "Out-of-stock" 8 3/4" 489 Case Third Member – Seeking New 3:23 Sure Grip ASAP! Oh no! Should have thought about this last Winter - I finally decide to pull the trigger ready to swap my tired (and scary loud) 3:91 with leaky axle and contacted the good Dr. (Cass via text) today and he...
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    8.75 489 Case Swap – Best Place to Buy New Plug & Play (’71 road runner 383 4-speed)

    Greetings Mopar Gurus (& Geeks lol): After nearly 5 years of living with and loving my 3:91 sure grip the time has come to rebuild/replace AND do rear axles seals and bearings (one side leaking for a while). There is a lot of drivetrain noises getting worse and gets scary > 55 mph these days…...
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    '71 road runner 8 3/4 Rear Axle Seals & Drum Brake Hardware Kit

    Hello Mopar Gurus: My left axle seal is leaking, the brake cylinder was also leaking so I replaced it but realize that it is also the axle seal leaking as well. While I'm in there I want to replace the drum brake hardware (shoes are fine - like new but adjuster is frozen and other bits crusty)...
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    '71 road runner 150mph Speedometer Follies

    Hello Mopar Gurus: For a few years now my speedo has a random issue whereby it suddenly starts howling and the needle jumps around. When I come to a complete stop then continue driving it can disappear then suddenly reappear. It went away for a long while now it is back. When it works it is...
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    '71 road runner Non A/C Car Heater Core Removal and Replacement "How To"?

    Hello Mopar Tribe: Last year I flushed the cooling system in preparation for Carlisle road trip (420 miles each way) then the heater core started leaking. I bypassed it at the firewall and decided now that I would like to repair or replace it. I drive the car a lot and need to have a good...
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    '71 road runner Brake Bleeding w/ Power Disk Front and Drum Rear - Do I Need to Have Engine Running?

    Hello Mopar Tribe: I am replacing a leaky rear wheel brake cylinder and will be attempting to bleed by myself and have some questions: 1. Do I need to have the car running in order for the vacuum to run the booster? When the engine is off the brakes barely work under normal conditions... BTW I...
  18. road robert

    '71 Plymouth road runner Leaf Spring Shackles - Where to Buy?

    My '71 bird leans and it appears that the shackles are 2 different lengths! I started to shop around for a pair and wondering where the Mopar tribe recommends the best place(s) to get them? Ebay $50 Fits 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 B-Body Leaf Spring Shackles NEW | eBay Ebay$60...
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    Firestone Wide Ovals RWL on 1971 Plymouth road runner?

    Mopar Gurus: Did the '71 road runner or other Mopars ever come with Firestones or only Good Year? I have been waiting for a new set of 4 Goodyear Polyglas F70-14 RWL Custom Wide Tread since Nov '22 and been driving on bald ones with an overdue inspection sticker. I found that Universal Vintage...
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    '71 road runner 150 mph rallye speedo follies

    Hello Mopar Tribe! It started on Thanksgiving 2021 while driving avoiding highways from Holden, MA to Gouldsboro, PA. Suddenly I heard a loud growling sound that I could not tell where from it was coming from, then noticed the speedometer needle was dancing all over the place. It continued...
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