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I have a '69 A-108 van (that's an A body right?). I did the standard battery/alternator test. Put the multi meter across the bat terminals. Engine off reads 13 volts. Engine running . still 13 volts What does this indicate? I know the voltage should go up with the engine running. Thanks.

I have a '69 A 108 van (technically an "A" body?). Anyway it's about the engine (225 slant six) I currently have the recommended plugs but when it gets to normal temperature it pings like crazy. I think I need cooler plugs but can't find part numbers for the various heat ranges. The ones...

I finally got it back together. The problem was that the new right side bearing was a tighter fit in the bore.Everything came apart so easily that I was reluctant to use too much force to get it back in there. The left side went in with no resistance and I've destroyed a few parts using...

I have a '69 A108 van with a 8 3/4 diff. I replaced the bearings, seals and gaskets. I installed the left axle with no problem and tightened the nuts that hold the retainer on. When I went to the right side ( the one with the adjustable retainer) The axle won't go all the way in. It wont go in...

I'm going to stretch the definition of A-body. I have a dodge A-108 van. It has the differential in the above title of the post that's used in lots of old mopar vehicles. I'm replacing the wheel bearings along with the seals and gaskets. The gaskets are thin metal and they replace paper gaskets...