Recent content by jwyp

I'm looking for a mechanic in El Paso for my 63 Valiant. Anyone know anyone? Also will be traveling north to Las Vegas, then south again to Arizona and west to California. If anyone is out in this area or knows of mechanics just in case, I'd appreciate a head's up. thanks.

I am driving a 63 Valiant across the country and wonder if anyone has contacts for mechanics (pro or shade-tree) along the route, just in case. I have been pretty lucky so far, but would appreciate any tips, for now, between Wichita, KS, and Oklahoma City; OK straight through Texas down to...

I have a 63 Valiant 170/6. The problem you describe at the very beginning I have had when either the idle is set too high or when I have failed to tap the accelerator to knock the idle down a bit after it runs for about 30 sec. or so. The other problem you describe, when it will drive 4 or 5...

Hi, I'm late to this, so probably you have figured out the problem. If so, I'm curious. I was having a similar problem (minus the brake issue) last year, where the car was rough and cutting out sometimes when I came to a full stop. It improved after I had the choke adjusted (also following a...

Anyone have any leads on finding just a single bumper guard? I have the bumper and full assembly and one guard, but the other was mashed in an accident. That accident also messed up my right fender and the hood. I've got replacements, parts of which can be used, but they are not as good as they...

hi, I don't have a factory service manual, and I haven't checked the cable to the transmission, but the accelerator pump is working fine now. Is there a source you can recommend for the service manuals? thanks. j.

Hi, I'm new to this site, though I've owned a 1963 Valiant convertible since 1987. I'm interested in talking to someone or ones who might be particularly astute/knowledgeable/obsessed with the 63 Valiant, its particular merits and weaknesses. I'd also be interested if there is anyone out there...