Search results for query: *

  1. moparspares

    Duster Brake Pedal Freeplay

    I have had this issue for a while on my Duster. I have almost 1.5 inches of brake pedal freeplay. I have measured and adjusted master cylinder pushrod to recomended .020 gap. Still the same so I adjusted pushrod .020 the other way giving it a little preload. Still the same. From what I can...
  2. moparspares

    Slow Returning Brake Pedal Driving me nuts.

    I have had this ongoing problem with my slow returning Brake pedal and locking up if I hit pedal to hard on my 73 Duster. I have thrown money at the problem after suggestions from many. Had the Booster redbuilt Swapped out the Original prop valve to an adjustable Willwood. Recod master...
  3. moparspares

    Unlock frozen engine

    I want to remove the bell housing on this Gen1 Hemi but its stuck solid. Need to spin to get to all the flywheel nuts. I removed all the plugs today and they looked pretty good except cylinder 1 which was rusty and was the most difficult to remove so I would say that has had water in that...
  4. moparspares

    Engine Builder on these pages

    What is the name of the guy that builds engines on these pages. He has written tech articles and you can subscribe to him. I have bought the kit to correct push rod angles on a small block from him. Whats his name and username. I think his first name is Mike. Its driving me mad trying to...
  5. moparspares

    Wire for Brake Distribution block - 73 Duster

    My cable for brake distribution block is missing. What is the routing of this cable, I assume it ends up at the brake light switch and what does this thing actually do.
  6. moparspares

    Duster Brake Combinbation/ Prop Valve

    My first job on my newly installed hoist was removing this valve. Was still a pain in the *** because of headers but a lot easier than lying on floor. Anyway after stripping the combo valve this is the damage i discovered on one of the pistons/valve?. It is butchered and obviously it has been...
  7. moparspares

    Duster Rear Wheel Cylinder Size

    What are the standard bore size for the rear wheel cylinders on a 73 Duster. Its a stock Disc/ Drum setup. My back brakes are savage and lock up on hard braking. My brother mentioned he had the same problem on one of his cars and said that the rear cylinders were to big.
  8. moparspares

    lying under cars is gonna be a thing of the past

    I have an arthritic back and shoulder and now in my mid 50's I finally invested in a 4 post hoist now I have the room to put one. Picked it up yesterday and cant wait to install. I am so looking forward to not lying on the floor and hurting my back, shoulders and knees and make those jobs...
  9. moparspares

    Muscle Car Research - Distribution Block

    Want to order one of there rebuild kits however this is the message on his site Please note that the USPS has temporarily suspended package delivery service to Australia and New Zealand: I got something sent to me from elsewhere using USPS on 8the November and it is still in transit. So I am...
  10. moparspares

    5.7 Crank Tight Spot

    I put the crank in this engine and torqued it all down. i could turn the crank by hand however it just felt a little tight in one spot. I could still turn it by hand but it felt like it was grabbing slightly. I pulled it all apart and inspected the bearings and there was no obvious scuffing...
  11. moparspares

    5.7 Hemi Rebuild

    Mine is from a 04 Ram I think. I pulled it down and it had a spun bearing on one of the mains. I had cylinders honed, new cam bearings, new mains and rod bearings and also using ARP Studs. In early stages of putting back together. Any advice on cam, intake, throttle body to get another...
  12. moparspares

    73 Duster Brake Booster

    i bought a rebuilt booster from Rock Auto for my duster and it’s junk. Where can I buy a new booster. Everything I find is universal which is ok. But I want to ensure It bolts straight on to my car. Any ideas. I have checked usual places summit, Mancini, speedway, classic industries etc...
  13. moparspares

    Air Bleeds

    Are air bleeds standard sizes across Holley and Quickfuel carbs. I bought a range of them from BLP and wanted to check before using them.
  14. moparspares

    Spring On Quick Fuel

    What is this spring called so I can order a replacement.
  15. moparspares

    Fastner Question

    Why the slots in this nut which is original from a rear spring shackle/hanger. I assume it has something to do with gripping better to bolt and prevent unwinding but not sure. I notice now many aftermarket spring hardware comes with nyloc nuts instead of these slotted nuts.
  16. moparspares

    Aeroflow Pipe Flaring Tool

    These look like a pretty trick flaring tool however I have seen them at Eastwood and all over Ebay at much less cost. They all look the same to me or does anybody know if the Aeroflow ones are any better than the cheaper ones.
  17. moparspares

    Pad Handle

    I found this the other day at my local mens shed. It wont hold a hack saw blade as it doesnt tighten down on blade. Were these things meant to hold a wider blade or is there something missing from it. Its good quality made in England and I would like to use it.
  18. moparspares

    Aussie thinking about buying real estate in USA

    I currently live in Australia but my wife and I have always tossed the idea around of buying a modest property in the USA. I am sick of the Aussie harsh humid summers and it plays havoc with my health. It would be nice to escape to your winter for 3 months of the year. The place my wife and...
  19. moparspares

    Molding Clips Coating

    Anyone know what this is on the back of some molding clips I purchased. Its like a rubber coating but still soft and flexible enough for the clip to be installed. Doesn't feel like a silicon based product but I could be wrong.
  20. moparspares

    Hand Rivet Guns

    I have had a gutfull of cheap chinese Rivet guns so I went out a bought a $70 Lobster branded one which I am still not happy with. Ok with small rivets but 5/32 rivet I had 3 pulls before snapping rivet with 2 hands. I did some research and found a Malco 2N1 which looks quite good and a lot of...
  21. moparspares

    Welding Helmets

    I have a cheaper $70 generic self darkening helmet but I see helmets as much as $500. Is there big differences in their performances the more you pay or are more or less paying for a brand name.
  22. moparspares

    Front Runner and how they affect ET and Speed

    Like some info on front runner size and how it affects ET MPH and 60ft. At the track today and my brothers challenger ran 11.34 at 121.7MPH 1.67 60ft. I noticed he was only running a 24" front runner and 28" slick on rear. How different would these stats be with a 28" front runner. Thought...
  23. moparspares

    Wheels Painted Body Colour - Opinions?

    Hi Folks My Duster is painted Tahitian Gold (Metallic Bronze) with a black vinyl roof. I usually have rallye wheels on it. I also have a set of steelies with dog dish caps and am thinking of painting these wheels body colour. I know the sensible thing is paint it black to match the vinyl...
  24. moparspares

    OE throttle cable to Quick Fuel 4 Barrel

    Im done with my Lokar Cable. What bracket do you guys use to adapt OE style cable to 4 Barrel carb. Doesn't need Kick down attachment as I have Manual VB.
  25. moparspares

    Connectors in Tailight Socket

    Anyone know what these button like connectors are called. Need to find some and dont know what they are described as. Copper thing im talking about not the whole socket.
  26. moparspares

    Wiper Motor Conversion

    I have swapped my 3 spd wiper motor to a 2 spd on my 73 Duster so it wont interfere with Distributor. If I now buy a 2 spd switch is there a harness I can purchase to simply plug it all in or will I have to wire it. Not very good with wiring so prefer the harness option if available.
  27. moparspares

    Thread sizes below 1/4 confusing

    What is a No 10, 8, 6, 5, 4. What does this mean. Do metric threads fit these. I want to buy 10 - 24 nuts however most of these sizes i find are metric. I have read M5 .8 will also thread on. Is this true?
  28. moparspares

    Hemi Bellhousing and Small Block

    Is a 331 Hemi bellhousing the same bolt pattern as a small block Mopar.
  29. moparspares

    Check my contact pattern 8 3/4

    First one I have ever put together with info from Larry Shephards book and the Eaton owners manual booklet I got with the Locker.
  30. moparspares

    5.7L To line Hone or not main studs

    Tossing up weather to use ARP main studs or standard OE replacement bolts in my 5.7L. There is differing opinions on to line hone or not. I downloaded the ARP instructions and it does not mention line honing. Ant thoughts? Sorry does mention line honing in footnotes but only if necessary...
Back
Top