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BillGrissom replied to the thread 273 Commando - UTG.Hard to imagine a 318 couldn't run <10 sec qtr mile, at least with mods, since a slant-six ran 9.09 sec: -
BillGrissom replied to the thread 273 Commando - UTG.If he is, likely just a viewer. He would need a thick skin to tolerate the abuse he takes from other "experts" here. I like his...
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BillGrissom replied to the thread Parts Cache Value….A flatbed car trailer will work, if you don't need the car enclosed while moving it. I bought a big one (Class III hitch) to move all...
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BillGrissom replied to the thread 273 Commando - UTG.Depending upon the exact numbers, that fender tag alone could be worth more than the car. I've heard of people buying a rusted-out car...
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BillGrissom replied to the thread Parts Cache Value….It is the swings in temperature which cause condensation. If the metal gets cool at night, water vapor may condense on it in the...
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BillGrissom replied to the thread 273 Commando - UTG.Similar to the Ford 289 the same years. 4.5L isn't considered a small V-8 in Euro world, especially today. Of course those have better...
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BillGrissom replied to the thread Parts Cache Value….In Missouri, you will likely get condensation on parts in that uninsulated sheet-metal building, unless protected in sealed bins. I got...
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BillGrissom replied to the thread Electronic ignition upgrade..Best to detail your engine and car whenever asking an engine question. I had to scroll down to post #46 to learn. Easiest is the 8-pin...
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BillGrissom replied to the thread Street Outlaw star dies in wreck.."... where street races are held at least once a month" Is this a public road and not closed for racing by authorities? If so, strange...
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BillGrissom replied to the thread 76 breaks problem.A 4th option is to install a Ford 8.8 rear-end. That is mostly done by drag racers and not needed for a slant-six. It gives disk...
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BillGrissom replied to the thread 76 breaks problem.slant6dart76 has an 8-1/4, as is junkyardhero post 28. Just count the 10 bolt (5 below in post 26). A 7-1/4 has 9 bolts. Oops. Just...
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BillGrissom replied to the thread HEI conversion benefits.Often true that those GM-style coil-in-cap distributors are too wide, so interfere with the firewall. Also pricey. GM changed to an...
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BillGrissom replied to the thread HEI conversion benefits.If picking parts, you also grab the GM coil and the cable which connects the 8-pin module to the coil, so no custom-wiring for that...
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BillGrissom replied to the thread HEI conversion benefits.Easiest and cheapest is the Ningbo "ready to run" distributor on ebay. I put one on my 1965 Dart 273 ($45) with the e-core coil ($20)...
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BillGrissom replied to the thread Off idle hesitation - solved.Thanks for splaining your setup. Is that WWC carburetor correct PN for a slant? volaredon above said that some Super-Six came with a...