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    Car Talk Radio Interview!!!

    Don't think it's the same show. "Car Talk" was a hysterical radio show hosted by two brothers, Ray and Tom (click and clack, "the tappet brothers"). They were Italian north east guys(Boston I think). The show probably started in the 70's and ran until the one brother died in the last 10 years...
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    Car Talk Radio Interview!!!

    Car Talk? I haven't heard that show in years (since the one brother died). Is it the same one? I used to listen to that on weekend mornings on my drive to the shop.
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    440 stealth heads.

    Thanks guys. I don't mind lapping and chasing threads, but I have no interest in machining spring pockets, shaft bosses, or replacing seats and guides.
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    440 stealth heads.

    I realize that with many aftermarket parts things change over the course of time. Has anyone purchased a pair of stealth heads lately? And if so, what was the OOTB condition? A general "they suck, buy trick flows" doesn't really tell me much. If you had problems, what needed correcting? This...
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    400 stroker suggestions

    Most of the older TBI set ups work better on single plane intakes. I don't know if the newer sniper is different. Perhaps an old street dominator or torker will clear the hood. On dual planes I've had good results either milling down the divider or adding an open spacer.
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    572 RB Street motor advice?

    Certainly sounds like you're on the right track. Big cubes to keep the revs down, or forced induction would be the way to go. You don't have to worry about octane on a big inch motor more than any another motor. It's always been said that big cube engines are detonation prone. This isn't really...
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    572 RB Street motor advice?

    Another thing that people have to keep in mind is although the bottom end architecture has changed, the top end has not. Even well thought-out modern valvetrains are limited to around .650 lift for true street use/durability. An old, heavy valvetrain design is going to require a lot of spring...
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    383 block strength?

    I really don't understand the reason for the snarkiness, defensiveness, or general belligerent attitude towards the question. I even prefaced it with some relevant background. This isn't a Chevy vs Mopar or whatever thing. It's a basic question about an engine. I have seen many 440 with broken...
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    383 block strength?

    Am I missing something in this thread? I think we have covered everything but the topic. Has anyone ever seen a 383 mopar block fail?
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    Blasphemy

    Since the ad is closed I can't see it. Just an engine swap, or did he do an entire Camaro subframe, steering, brakes, steering, ect?
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    383 block strength?

    So...has anybody seen one break?
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    383 block strength?

    While I have seen plenty of RB blocks with cracked mains, I have never seen a 383 block fail. While the mains are pretty similar I think the shorter deck, shorter stroke, lighter rotating assembly, and smaller bore all help lessen the load on the mains. Have any of you guys ever seen a 383 block...
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    How can I adjust wheelbase?

    First get an actual wheelbase measurement (Center hub to center hub, left vs right). If it's really off by 1.5"... it's not on one side! It's most likely the difference is split between the two sides (one 3/4" forward, one 3/4" back).
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    Eastwood epoxy primer

    it is 2 part. It's a one shot deal. Once you open it you gotta use it up. Not ideal for sure, but it has it's place for some people.
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    Eastwood epoxy primer

    The Eastwood stuff is roughly $25us a can. It certainly isn't the most economical way to go, but it's convenient. Like many guys I don't always have all day to mix, spray, clean guns, etc.
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    Any chainsaw / firewood cutting experts on here?

    I have two friends that both own tree companies. Both guys run Jonsered and professional grade Huskies. Both guys love old Stihls, but have nothing good to say about the newer ones. What in particular they don't like, I don't remember.
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    Eastwood epoxy primer

    Yup. I wish more people weren't scared of it. It truly is the hobbyist's best friend. I see a million cars that never get done. Epoxy primers are probably the single largest gift to the car community in the last 20yrs. Unfortunately most people don't realize how it can make a "HUGE" project...
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    Eastwood epoxy primer

    After reading my previous post I should elaborate, as many hobbyists don't understand what epoxy primers are or how to use them. Epoxy primers are the backyard guys best friend. They allow you to work on manageable sections without throwing your car on a rotisserie. They are available in spray...
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    Eastwood epoxy primer

    I've used Eastwood epoxy a bunch of times. As with all epoxies it's to seal your base work. Lay it on bare metal and take your time. You do your body work on top of it. To get adhesion to your build coat just a quick DA will do. Epoxy primers are not really primers. They should be considered...
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    P7 mopar nascar block

    Yup. Even though they were basically GM SB2 engines it still seemed funny. Those giant corporate blue and white Mopar haulers dragging in cars with Hendrick valve covers.
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    67 GTX/Belvedere/Satellite opinions.

    I honestly don't think I've seen any in this century. To find 3 in a week is crazy.
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    [FOR SALE] 71 Dart project.

    Need garage space, and I would like to sell the whole thing. If not, parting out may be an option. 71 Dart 2 door shell/roller. The body is really good for a Northeast car. It has some surface rust here and there from a previous owners attempts. The only rust through is around the rear wheel...
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    Big *** Spider

    Orb spider. They are really neat to watch. The females get huge, and make really neat webs. I have seen more orb spiders this fall then ever before.
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    P7 mopar nascar block

    I would like to caution anyone looking to build one....know your **** before you dive in. It may seem simple, but it's not. You can pretty much consider any of these engines to be one off prototypes. R9=R9....no way! These things changed almost daily. If you do not have parts from the same...
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    67 GTX/Belvedere/Satellite opinions.

    Well I did buy one, but not one mentioned. He decided to keep the GTX, and there were a few issues with the Satellite. In the end he had a third car...a Belvedere 2. I feel we reached a deal that was fair to both of us. I'll post pics, or start a thread later. I don't want to throw it out there...
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    67 GTX/Belvedere/Satellite opinions.

    I really don't see the point anymore. I'll actually drive it 5-10K a year. Car seats in the back, setting off car alarms, ect. The days of numbers cars sitting in old farts garages is drawing to an end. The market of buyers is shrinking for sure.
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    Problems with FCA on a new truck warranty.

    Direct from Chrysler. Bumper to bumper, lifetime! FCA, consumers, and lawyers have been having fun for years with this warranty. To my knowledge it's only available if you finance through Mopar. They wouldn't give us it if we paid cash(so we financed a small balance through them to get the...
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    67 GTX/Belvedere/Satellite opinions.

    I am not a resto, numbers guy. Either car will get the engine yanked(set in the corner), wheels, spring relocation, ect. For whatever reason I am leaning towards the GTX. I realize that it should be restored ect, but I really think the whole "numbers matching" thing is running it's course...
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    Problems with FCA on a new truck warranty.

    When you buy a brand new Chrysler product you can buy a toilet paper lifetime warranty. It costs roughly $3000 and is transferable. They suckered my wife 3 times into this. It's a no nonsense lifetime warranty. It is absolutely worthless and they will cancel it the first time the wind blows. I...
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