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    Seat measurements needed

    Hey guys, I'm putting bucket seats in my 74 Duster that originally came with a bench. I have tried to locate them (the best I could) by eye balling the original locations, but when I FINALLY got my steering column installed, the steering wheel is literally in my lap. Could someone measure the...
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    gas tank filler gasket

    I have installed a new filler tube for my 74 Duster, through the rubber gasket seal, into the tank. I am having a real difficult time getting the seal to line up correctly to the mounting holes. Does anyone have any tricks they might share? - Jon
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    Looking for Recs on a fab shop

    Hey yall, looking for a fab shop near DFW to help put my Duster back together. I need the most help with the interior and electrical. Any leads would be appreciated
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    Let's talk about Small Victories

    I don't know about you guys and gals, but my favorite Forum on FABO is Member's Restorations. It not only shows me just how talented some of yall are, it inspires me to get off my butt and get back to work. Which brings me to my topic. I have been working on my Duster for about 4 years now...
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    DFW help

    Having just moved to DFW, I lost all my help back in the old state. I need some help to put this 74 Duster back together. More specifically, I need help with wiring and interior work. Anyone in the DFW metroplex have a line on someone or a reputable shop they trust? I have parts, like a new...
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    Mini Starter Bolts

    Hey everyone, My 74 Duster with a 727, did not come with a starter. Since I was sans starter I wanted to go the mini starter route and picked one up today. My replacement did not come with bolts and I am trying to track down the correct size bolts. Do I go off the 92 Dakota that the starter...
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    Header brain fart

    Hey ya'll, I picked up a set of Doug's 453's for my 74 Duster with a 360 and 727 from Summit. Before I bought them I looked and read the 453's were the way to go. I SWEAR I read the Doug's 453s were the ones I need. Box finally showed up today and as I was looking at the paperwork I noticed it...
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    Braided Brake lines

    Wondering if anyone out here has used the braided brake lines from the MC to calipers. Yes, I am aware it shows it being for Off Road Use Only. I'm just trying to see if anyone has tried it and if so, what were the concerns. -Jon
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    [Found!] DOOR HANDLE PLASTIC BEZELS

    FABO... I need a set of the interior door handle bezels, the plastic part that goes right behind the door handle. I don't care what color but they cannot be cracked. PLEASE let me know what you have. Thanks Jon
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    [SOLD] Bucket Seats $300 OBO

    Hey FABO, I have a pair of bucket seats that came out of my 74 Duster BUT, they were not original to my car. I have since went to a different direction. They are in REALLY good shape, grey cloth with black vinyl backing, foam feels excellent, also has the sliders (even though they have seen...
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    Which oil pan is needed

    I have the complete QA1 set up for my 74 Duster, just trying to confirm which oil pan is needed. Front / Rear / Middle sump? Thanks
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    [SOLD] MT Valve Covers

    Set of Mickey Thompson valve covers, will fit 318/340/360. The cover on the left is dirty, both are flat black. Does not come with breather(s). Willing to ship to lower 48, I'm located in Vacaville, Ca. $100 obo
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    [WANTED] Wiper linkage

    Need the wiper linkage (arms and pivots) for a '74 Duster. In NorCal. Thanks FABO
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    NEW upper door pads

    Anybody have a line on NEW upper door pads for '74 Duster? I think I have found the end of the internet looking for a set of them. I figured FABO would be the best place to find someone who might know.
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    [Found!] Mounting hardware for rear Shocks

    '74 Duster rear UPPER mounting hardware needed. You know that bolts (whatever they are) that go through the top eyelet of the shock through the hump in the trunk of the Dusters..... I'm missing that. Anyone got a line? I know Lee Robinson is supposed to hit me up but, in case he doesn't have...
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    Sometimes you have to give Kudos to great work

    There are some out here in Mopar land that can do everything themselves. Then there are people like me who, are learning by Forum and YouTube Tech. I have a pretty good grasp on something things and a very short attention span on other but, hey I know who I am. I bring this up to recognize all...
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    I lost some hardware... options

    Hey FABO, Even though I thought I was being beyond careful, (I'm talking zip lock bags with descriptions and what size socket used) I have managed to misplace the rear shocks UPPER mounting hardware for my '74 Duster. I am having a heck of a time tracking down the hardware. I am sure this has...
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    Need brake line installation ideas

    Hey guys, I recently converted my rear drum / 7 1/4 set up to a Dana 60 with disc brakes. I already had disc up front but wanted disc all round. I am looking for visual aides on how you guys out there (that are running similar set ups) are running your brake lines to the rear. Are you running...
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    Are the mounting tabs correct?

    Hey FABO I am converting my bench to buckets and picked up the Cipher seats and mounting frames. However, they did not come with directions and I'm questioning which way the mounting tabs go. Do they go towards the firewall or trunk? Right now I have them towards the firewall but, they seem to...
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    Is this the correct gasket?

    Hey y'all, My 74 Duster needs new gaskets for the taillights. I bought a replacement pack from Detroit Muscle but, I noticed my taillights original gaskets seen to be rubber and the replacements are being foam. Is this the correct replacement for the original rubber piece? Thanks
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    Confirming Engine Mounts

    QA1 Guys, I went with the complete front suspension kit for my 74 Duster, will any 67-72 engine mounts work or is it a Shumaker Only mount? Thanks guys
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    -6AN or -8An fuel line?

    I will be running a 360, Aeromotive Stealth 340 fuel system, and a Quick Fuel 650 carb. My question is will there be a significant drop in performance if I were to go with the -6AN? I feel I am a little out of my depth on this one.
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    Mirrors from other cars on your Mopar?

    So I'm not a huge fan of the way the '74 Duster mirrors look, so I have been looking at other makes and models side mirrors to see if there are any better designed mirrors out there. I have tried a set of 65 Mustang side mirrors (for shiggles) and juuuuust didn't jive. Anyone out there found...
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    Correct length for the sway bar

    Does anyone know that correct length (tip to tip) for the QA1 sway bar for a '74 Duster? I have tried to install mine a few times and I just do not see it being the correct length. To me it is far too long for a 74. I'm at work or else I would post the dimensions I have. -Jon
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    Does it matter which brake kit I go with after swap?

    Hey guys, looking to go from my 7 1/4 to a Dana 60 that I have cut already. I had drums on the 7 1/4 and I was hoping to go to a disc brake set up for the rear. My question is, if I am going to a completely new set up, does it matter which disc brake kit I go with? Would it still be considered...
  26. OCswinger

    Trunk molding help

    hey ya'll, I finally got my 74 Duster back from paint and need to install the trunk molding / weatherstripping but, it's been so long I cannot for the life of me remember how it is supposed to go back on. Can someone please show me picture of how their molding looks?
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    If you could do ONE upgrade...

    If you could get one "upgrade" for your A body, ( stroker kit, cylinder heads, complete wiring, upgraded suspension, you get the point) what would it be? Not saying you could ONLY do one upgrade forever but, what would ya'll splurge on? -Jon
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    So much to do, don't know whats next, need advice

    I have been trying to build this '74 Duster for sometime now, and I have NO idea exactly which order to go in. Right now I have a built 360 / 727 ready to go in, the car is at the paint shop, the front suspension is all done, I have a Ron Francis wiring harness ready to go in, and the rear end...
  29. OCswinger

    Need some help deciding

    Hey y'all, I have my '74 Duster at the body shop right now and I need to decide if I should paint the hood or leave it alone. I do not have hood scoops or anything along those lines. My paint color I'm going with is Toyota's Cement grey, with black bumpers and black accents. I need some...
  30. OCswinger

    Hood pulling away from supports

    Hey yall, Tried the search engine but I couldn't exactly find what I need. I need some advice on how to keep the hood from separating from the underneath braces. Has anyone tackled this issue? Thanks -Jon
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