A side note. I can't do heavy work anymore. I had a caliper tie-up on my truck. I took it to an unfamiliar garage, as the people I know have all retired or moved on
This garage was always really busy, so I hope this turns out on the plus side. Replaced a caliper rotor, rear shocks, and one tie rod end for a total of $1700.00. I ran a garage forty years ago and don't recall these prices.
On to the Plymouth. I have the engine compartment wiring harness to clean up, re-tape, and install. The alternator installation, and then the long-awaited start-up.
One semi-big goof. I now need a water pump housing. Bought a used one off eBay. Didn't realize there was a difference in years. I have a 64/65 unit, which is OK, but I invested in aluminum mounts for the alternator and power steering pump. It won't fit the alternator. I have stock brackets, which I have already refitted. I got full of myself, buying these shiny ones would look a lot better, big mistake. They only fit the post years. I ordered a new one for a buck and a quarter, once again from eBay. I won't be taking the time to install it until the winter months. I bought and installed a universal TV cable, but I'm not sure how well it will work. The first time on the road will tell me then.
Good luck with your projects, people.
This garage was always really busy, so I hope this turns out on the plus side. Replaced a caliper rotor, rear shocks, and one tie rod end for a total of $1700.00. I ran a garage forty years ago and don't recall these prices.
On to the Plymouth. I have the engine compartment wiring harness to clean up, re-tape, and install. The alternator installation, and then the long-awaited start-up.
One semi-big goof. I now need a water pump housing. Bought a used one off eBay. Didn't realize there was a difference in years. I have a 64/65 unit, which is OK, but I invested in aluminum mounts for the alternator and power steering pump. It won't fit the alternator. I have stock brackets, which I have already refitted. I got full of myself, buying these shiny ones would look a lot better, big mistake. They only fit the post years. I ordered a new one for a buck and a quarter, once again from eBay. I won't be taking the time to install it until the winter months. I bought and installed a universal TV cable, but I'm not sure how well it will work. The first time on the road will tell me then.
Good luck with your projects, people.
