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    Help needed with sb 318

    Just ckd the dipstick on my 318 rear sump truck. Dipstick tube has 13" above entry point on block. Dipstick is 34 1/2" seated. Full mark is 2 3/4" off tip. Add mark is 1 3/4" off tip. Hope it helps.
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    1989 5.9

    I would grab the entire wiring harness, including the dash harness., all sensors trans controls everything on the engine. Be aware if you go with aftermkt fuel sys. and ignition, it is much simpler wiring - BUT the AC thermistor, fuel pump safety cutoff, purge canister, trans kickdown, lockup...
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    Hi! stripe question

    I have purchased from Phoenix Graphics previously and been pleased with both product and service. OP - Seems pretty simple. You have the original. You have the new. Open the can and compare the two. If they don't meet your requirements deal with vendor. These pissing contests over a picture of...
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    Rust prevention

    I too have used Rust-Mort with good results. It can be sprayed, but should be top coated when completely dry.
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    Using PVC Conduit boxes for switches and relays

    Its been a 9 year driving restomod. Pulled it out of a North Carolina snowdrift in 2010 and drove it back to Cumming GA. Running orig 318 rebuilt with procomp heads, comp roller cam, FiTech, A-500, 3.91SG. Engine dyno'd @ 347hp/358f#. Just putting it back together after custom fitting a new Cold...
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    Using PVC Conduit boxes for switches and relays

    After installing a variation of Trailbeast's A500 control system for OD and LU, I wanted to clean up the look of the engine compartment on my Shelby Dakota. Ended up using various size PVC boxes to hide the pressure switches, relays and vacuum switches. Also modified one to hide all of the...
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    Hello from Georgia

    Welcome from Cumming. Hope to see you at some of the area events. Always glad to have another Mopar amongst the bowties and blue ovals. Just look for the blue 67 Dart GT or a white 89 Dakota Shelby.
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    Bolt kits.

    I'm partial to the hex head and locally purchased grade 8. Many of the aftermarket sets are put together without consideration of different accessory bracket combinations or flange thickness differences on factory vs aftermarket intakes and exhaust headers. You can end up with a lot of leftover...
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    1973 Duster Fuse block mounting

    While waiting for one of the guys to find some pictures, you might want to check the mymopar.com site. The reference section has downloadable service manuals for some Plymouths and I saw the 73 dodge manuals are there. The Dodge Dart is the same platform so you can find a lot of info for...
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    Everything You Wanted to Know About Ignition Advance

    One of the best I've seen. Both the theory and how to apply it.
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    Zinc Rich Oil for Flat Tappet Cams

    Might want to look at Amsoil Z-rod synthetic. Supposed to be 1400 zddp Not cheap, but can get free grd shipping or get preferred cust membership eligible for 25% discount.
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    Chrysler /6 performance book dutra

    Ordered. Looking at a D100, 4spd, /6. Always like having something a little different.
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    Launching front tire camber? And shock travel.

    Similar info here. http://www.mymopar.com/downloads/DC_Suspension_Race_Manual.pdf
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    what is a Dodge Shelby ?

    This one is my other Dodge.
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