Recent content by Ridge911

I was under the impression (looking for the post where I read/mis-read) that the pre-'67 A-bodies had a narrower rear end than the newer ('73-'76) A-bodies. If the width is the same then I will just locate and install one of the newer rear ends. Does everyone agree that the rear end width is...

Cool. Nice response time by the way! What kind of shop would do this kind of work? Driveline specialty shops?

Hello all, I have a 1964 Valiant, slant 6 motor with an A-904 trans (I think). Its an automatic, its slow, and I'm keeping it that way. I assume it has the stock rear-end. I'm upgrading my brakes in the front to discs from the 73-76 a-body. That involves the ~11 inch rotors with slider...

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While getting my radiator leak fixed, I was wondering what types of coolant everyone uses? I am interested to see if anyone widely agrees on any certain type... (Searched, but couldn't find anything useful or remotely related)

74Dusted is correct. The "star" washer underneath the knob must be unscrewed in order to remove the plactic bezel from the dash.

I did the install with the 16 gauge fuse holder and some other weak gauge wiring in a couple places just to test my wiring setup. It started and ran fine. The next day, I took my time and reran everything with at least 14 gauge wire, usually using 12 gauge. Car runs pretty much just like before...

I got an inline fuse holder that is prerun with 16 gauge wire. I'll run most of the length with 12 gauge, but that little bit is still 16... Think I'll be okay?

I'm about to do the HEI upgrade, and I have a NOS Mopar single pickup electronic ignition distributor with vacuum advance that I got from Old Car Parts Northwest. In my '64 service manual, it recommends lubricating the stock (points type) distributor in a couple places... Is there any place I'm...

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What do you mean "one of the ball joints is tack-welded into place"? also, are those the slider or pin type calipers?

Just to bring some resolution to this thread, I sent my gauges to RedFish (Ben) and he got my stock gauges fixed up and looking great. I strongly recommend him. He is very fair in price and communicates very promptly. I will be praising him to all who ask, and recommending him to those who may...

I got my first estimate: Gary's body shop in Decatur estimated $12K. That's for a media blast, metal repairs, with me stripping most of the parts myself. Ouch... Apparently the rear quarters are bent up and need work. Gary has been around for quite a while, and does excellent work. His shop...

A new pan from auto specialty (.com?) Is only $120. I will have it replaced when I get the body work done, but I will just wait until then. Thanks to all for your help. I'll post the website when I get home as a reference to anyone who may be interested.

Thanks to everyone who contributed to help me resolve my problem. I am humbled by your knowledge base. I kowtow as I back away from your presence. Last question: how can I change the name of my post to say "solved" ? I like bringing resolution to questions I pose.