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    74 big block idler pulley with factory air.

    Want to replace idler pulley. Car has two belts. Original pulley about 1.5 inches wide, diameter 4 inches.Ordered “correct “ pulley from Rock Auto diameter right, width 1 inch, would work with single belt. Napa part same. Any idea who might sell correct one ? Think part # is 3830 162, if I read...
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    Thermoquad fast idle loss.

    About four weeks ago set up fast idle and curb idle. I got it dialed in perfectly and worked fine. Then yesterday after sitting for a week fast idle gone and had to feather the throttle to avoid a stall. The carb was never touched. The battery is weak and need to replace soon, would that have...
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    Thermoquad curb idle solinoid hangs up

    OK, got fast idle set right and set curb idle with solinoid.. However when I hit the gas engine revs up off the pedal and doesn’t drop. The plunger doesn’t retract automatically have to pop with screwdriver to release. What’s up? Choke issue ? I’m baffled.
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    Thermoquad fast idle and curb idle set up, kick down problem.

    Need advice how to set up, hopefully with illustrations, properly these adjustments. Problem is choke works fine @ cold start (1500-1700 rpm) but as engine warms and I kick down on throttle it doesn’t disengage. I have to manually increase the throttle and release the fast idle screw. What’s up...
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    Sub frame repair/ 74 Satellite

    Want to replace subframe bushing (4) unfortunately driver side rear location has severe rot ( see attached photos). Being searching for a replacement sleeve that would allow cutting out rotted area and weld in new piece, to no avail.This seems to a common problem. Any suggestions where to find...
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    Compressor not running

    A few months ago had my factory A/C serviced and converted to 134. Service included new drier, new low pressure switch, adding Pag oil and fixing leak on schrader valve on compressor head, full evacuation recharge.A/C worked well. Last week turned it on just to run it, nothing, compressor did...
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    Subframe & crossmember bolts

    Getting ready to replace K-frame isolators as well as the isolators on the crossmember. Want to replace the bolts as not sure what shape the originals will be when I extract them. Anyone has a source for these ( 4 for k-frame 2 for crossmember) been searching to no avail. If anyone has the...
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    TQ fuel leak at fuel supply line

    Help ! If by chance you’ve see my recent posts I was dealing with an internal fuel, which with advice of many you guys I fixed that problem.I carefully reassembled and put it on the car today. It started right up and fast idle perfect. Checked it and fuel was almost gushing where fuel line...
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    Thermoquad replacement suggestions

    With the helpful advice and encouragement of you guys, repaired ( fuel bowl leak) my thermoquad, thanks again to all. But if it acts up think I ready for something brand new. Do not want to change the stock intake, which is a spread bore. Looking for something that will bolt right up and...
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    Alternative to gas solvents

    Have my Thermoquad apart and with a suspected internal fuel leak. What can I use besides gas to fill the wells to test for leaks. Thanks
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    Thermoquad dry fuel bowl at cold start and restart

    Seems fuel bowls are dry on cold starts and restarts after a few hours.When cold have to crank for 8-10 seconds to fill, then it starts quickly. Holds steady idle (1000 rpm) and NOT running rich. No evidence external leak. So would think an internal leak, but plugs are clean and given not...
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    K Frame isolator replacement

    Realize this task is well above my skill level and tools. All (4) isolators are intact but showing age. Talked to local reputable repair shops, but most seemed reluctant to do it. One shop said yes, labor about $400 . I have all new isolators and hardware. Wondering if it worth doing or just...
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    Vapor Lock Remedy/ Advice

    Had car out to local cruise in Saturday. Cold start fine, drove about 30 minutes to event, arriving @ 8:30. Decided to leave @ noon. Crank and crank no start. Carb getting no fuel, had more than 1/2 tank. Pulled fuel filter, clean.fuel pump working. Put one short shot of starting fluid in carb...
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    Mystery whirling noise ?

    Just had clutch replaced inclusive of new flywheel, throw out bearing. Hear a slight whirling sound when I’m accelerating, let off the gas and it seems to disappear. No noise when at full stop in neutral. Shifts are crisp and positive, no slips. Any insight to this appreciated. Something to...
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    Thermoquad choke pull off spring

    Does anyone have an illustration showing where this spring attaches? Also advice how to adjust choke pull down so as to have 5/32 opening on cold start. Problem I have is choke is closed at start. Any help especially photos or drawings most helpful. Thanks Charlie
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    Ignition upgrade advice

    Have 74 big block with completely stock mopar ignition set up, runs fine,but has a tendency to foul plugs. Carb leaned out, timing set right, wires good, rotor and cap good. Just wondering if spark is weak or on the edge. Wondering if putting in a MDS box or something similar would help to...
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    74 K frame isolator replacement cost ?

    Would like to replace these four as well the two on the outer cross member. I have all the “Biscuits”, sleeves and washers. Job is well above and beyond my skill set. Any idea what this might cost to have done? One other issue is the rear driver side tab has some rot, so welding a patch would...
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    Ram clutch package 88773

    Has anyone installed one of these ? Thinking of putting one in my 74,400. The specs line up perfectly. Yes I know it’s an old school set up (B & B) car is all stock and think best to keep it that way. Any opinion or in use experience appreciated. Thanks.
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    Luk clutch

    Has anyone installed Luk clutch in a 74 400 big block ? Searching the site seems some have used a Luk 05-029 The Mopar factory parts book I have shows an 11” disc. Searched the Luk catalogue and don’t see any for a 74 400 big block. Think I’m down to a Luk or a McLeod 75108 ,or 109 dependent on...
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    clutch kit recommendation

    Will need to replace my clutch shorty, and would appreciate recommendations or what to stay away from. Trans is 4spd A-833 Engine 400 big block Car is a cruiser no racing Seen McLeod 75109 and 75209 (which seems like overkill) Seen Luk, any good? Any opinion on diaphragm vs 3 finger ? 130 tooth...
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