BABYBLUECORONET
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Hello, I just got my first classic Mopar, a 1966 Dodge Coronet 440. It happens to have a 440 (not original) with a 727/355. I bought the car online with not a lot of information to go with it, the door keys didn't even work. Bought a new key kit (ignition, trunk, doors) off eBay for $60 and solved that problem. Anyone swap the trunk lock out on a Coronet? I had to get my kids to help... not easy. My parking brake pedal is on the floor currently and will not release, I'm not quite sure how to tell if it's simply engaged/locked in place or not hooked up. I don't even have plates for it yet so it's not a huge deal. It did roll forward in my driveway when I placed it in neutral. It does drive/reverse but does require some gas. I do have a highly rated shop in the area that specializes in classics and that will be my first stop to give it a safety inspection. I want to make sure there is nothing glaring that could result in costly repairs. Other than "Get ready to get your hands dirty", any advice? What oil should I use? What gas would work best? Should I start low with regular or start with premium? It's a 440 with I'm told a 484 camshaft. I do not know the compression ratio. Thanks for reading and taking us first timers under your wings.