Recent content by SIX225

Thanks!

Any part numbers for the boots? I need to replace both my tie rods and ball joints.

I think there was a thread about the OD and ID of bushings not being correct tolerneces for press fits. Lower control arm bushing slides onto pin

When did the problem start? Looks like a few new parts. Were these replaced trying to fix the problem, or did it start after replacing them?

Just a driver? Drop the pan, check the bearings, timing chain and maybe a rear seal. Learned that one the hard way with an Olds 307Y that I put into an Electra I had from great aunt. Most other stuff can be done while the engine is in the car.

Mine had sat for years before the previous owners got it running again. First couple years it probably used a quart every 500 miles. It's better now, but suspect the valve stem seals have crumbled away. Probably only put 1500 miles on a year so I haven't done anything yet.

I'll second the marine gauge pod radio. I have that same one too. The only thing I don't like about it is the push button up/down on the volume is a pain while driving with the top down. I've bought different with a rotary knob, but have yet to install it. Crutchfield has a several...

Did you rebuild the carb or is it a remanufactured one? Just because it was bought as a rebuilt, doesn't mean it was done right. My float on my 1920 was so far off, I'm surprised it even ran. If I recall the float was suppose to be set at about 3/16" and it was more like 3/4".

Project creep, but with the engine out, might consider swapping the K frame due to the one year only idler arm. Also, what do you have for brakes?

Also the trans linkage.

No sticker, but the air cleaner looks big enough to be a super six setup.

Just another thought. I'm not familiar with the 273 at all, but it sounds like differences pre 65. I wouldn't depend on just the model year of the car with what actual 273 may be under the hood. Lots of time has passes since theses cars left the factory.

What are other used 2008s going for? 2800 seams like a low ball offer considering what the used market is now.

Should be some hitch pins on the pistons are shown. Might still have some issues getting the top to latch. My top has shrunk a bit and can be difficult to to latch if its been down too long or is cool outside. I've CAREFULLY taken some ratchet straps to the roof header and then to either the...

I think I had a similar issue when replacing my radiator when going from an 18" to 22". If I recall, I cut parts off the lower hose and used it for the upper.