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    Am Radio help

    A 323 model AM radio like I had in my 66 Charger had a 3 watt output. Not sure, but think the original dash speakers in these era cars had a 8 ohm rating. Many years ago, I found a very good condition used correct AM-FM model radio I installed in my Charger. For what you are stating what you...
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    Temp and Oil pressure gauges not working

    The fuel, temp and oil pressure basically all work in a similar manner. Like the mechanical voltage regulator previously described, a small coil of a special resistance wire is wrapped around a flat bi-metal strip. That coil is connected to the rear, screw terminals of the gauge. The 5 volts...
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    EL needle repair

    For what you describe on the needle problem, that may or may not solve your problem. You may want to check out,, Todd's Restorations – 66-67 Charger restoration He does gauge repair and restoration for our 66-67 Charger gauges as well as other models.
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    Temp and Oil pressure gauges not working

    In the 66-67 Charger gauge cluster, the temperature, oil pressure and fuel gauge uses the 5 volts provided by the mechanical type regulator which is inside the fuel gauge. This mechanical-thermal points type regulator has a coil of special resistance wire wound around a bi metallic strip which...
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    New Vibration at 60mph on 62' Dart

    Might be you have a bad U joint ,bearing or cup that's seized up in the yoke. Last fall I had one go bad on my 66 Charger. Started out making a slight metallic grinding sounding noise at certain speeds and eventually got bad enough that it caused a vibration even at 30 mph.
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    Low voltage to coil

    On the ignition switch, when key is twisted to "start", or cranking position, a full 12 volts ( battery voltage) is applied to the coil. The ignition switch, in this start or, cranking position electrically bypasses the ballast resistor. When key is in the run position, the ballast resistor is...
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    Electronic distributors and tuning them.

    I had converted from points using the Mopar Performance distributor / electronic ignition system back in 2011 on my 383. Was fine for about 6K miles and became problematic. Engine started running erratically. Checked reluctor clearance, perfect. Swaped orange box with a spare I had, same...
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    Proper 1975 period replacement spark plug cables/boots question

    I bought wires from Lectric Limited. Great quality and everything fit my 383 perfectly. Lectric Limited | GM Mopar Ford Corvette Wiring Harnesses / Spark Plug Wires / Battery Cables / Switches
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    Disaster - Major Fuel Tank Issue

    Yep, new tank needed. Spectra seems to be a good choice. Calibrate your sender before you install it. And, new straps and proper bolts to hold it up.
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    Looking For LED headlights for 76 Cordoba

    I researched many LED headlamps and decided on Holley Retro Brights. Pricey but think they will be worth it based on many good reviews. Going to install em as soon as I get my 66 Charger out of winter storage in a few weeks. Retrobright Official Site: Sealed Beam LED Headlights
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    Not that it matters….

    Not positive on this.. But I think I read somewhere that the yellow marks indicated that there was indeed lube in the rear end ???
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    I need a Time Machine.

    I took my Charger to the 50 th.annivesarry of the 66 Charger at the CEMA celebration / cruise in Auburn Hills. MI in 2016. If I recall correctly there were some 85 first gen Chargers there. Mix of mostly 66's but many 67's as well. Thought that was a large collection of Chargers...
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    I need a Time Machine.

    Nope.. Don't think I had ever seen or heard about this before, but it's quite amazing. Think of what it cost to get all those transported to Miami. Wonder what the did for or about license plates and registrations ?
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    fuel gauge needle fell off

    Hey DaveK, Contact Todd.. [email protected]. He repairs / refurbs gauges and gauge clusters.
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    The Dawg

    I still run with drum brakes, dual MC / booster and brake components from Muscle Car Brakes. The ceramic shoes they sell perform quite well. It's an alternative to doing a total conversion that gives good results with little hassle. musclecarbrakes
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    Smart toilet by Kohler. WTF is a smart toilet?

    Cheapest one is $ 2500.00. Probably need to connect to the internet. I'll keep what I have.
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    Blk and Red wires on the AMP gauge?

    Don't know if this helps... but schematics of my 66 Charger shows alternator gauge with the red wire coming from the bulkhead connector and black wire going to the welded junction for "battery power" to ignition switch, headlamp switch, and battery feed to fuse block. You got a 50/50 chance on...
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    Where is Everyone Staying at Carlisle this Year?

    I remember the first time my brother and I went to Carlisle, Think it was like 2012 ? Never having been there we just had no idea how extensive it was.. We decided to go for just for a day. Living in Pittsburgh, the plan was to drive to Carlsle very early that day, take it in and head out at...
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    Happy 92nd Birthday "Big Daddy"

    I have the honor of the inside trunk lid on my 66 Charger autographed by "Big Daddy" Don Garlits. Previous owner told me that Big Daddy was at a car show in Michigan and had a keen interest in his 66 Charger. They struck up a conversation, he said that Big Daddy would have bought the car if he...
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    Cordoba sells for almost 40K at Mecum

    It's that " Rich Corinthian Leather"...
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