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    Backing Plate

    Have a 1965 Dart GT that I had to pull the differential out. Saw that the wheel cylinders are leaking and noticed on tear down that the wear pads that the lower part of the brake shoes ride on are looking worn. There is a ridge that you can feel. Is there a way to tell when to replace the...
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    Lug Nut Question

    Having trouble finding lug nuts that will fit my Cragar Mags. Measurements of the lug nuts are: Length: 1 1/2 inches, Shank length: 3/4 inches, Hex head: 11/16, and I think the shank diameter is .592. Anyone know where I can find some?
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    Grinding Noise!!

    I have a 489 8 3/4 differential with I believe Borg Warner Spin Resistant that needs to be rebuilt. Is this something that I could do or is it best to let someone who rebuilds rearends do it. It has been 50+ years since I have messed with a differential and just not sure about tackling this...
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    Tags

    Had a senior moment!! I am sure that this question has been asked before, and I may have even done so, but I am going to ask again. Are the numbers on the vehicle number tag supposed to match any numbers on the fender tag? If so, which numbers should match up? Decoded my fender tag and...
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    Exhaust Tips

    Need to replace both exhaust tips on my 1965 Dart GT. The ones on it right now are chrome and the chrome is looking bad. Prices for them are all about the same so I guess the quality is all the same. (?) Have looked at Classic Industries, Year One, Summit, Jegs, Mopar Plus. Any suggestions...
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    Control Arms

    Can someone please tell me the difference between the left and right upper control arms for a 1965 Dart? Are the arms marked "L" and "R" or some other identification? If you were to install the left on the right side and the right on the left side, how would you know?
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    Someone Knows!!

    I am sure that a member knows the answer to this question. What type of plastic was used to make the hood ornament for the 1965 Dodge Dart? Talking about the cup part that has the silver and white Chrysler star at the bottom. I think that the cup was filled with a clear acrylic, or perhaps...
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    Parking Brake Cable Routing

    I have a 1965 Dodge Dart GT that I have been working on and driving for about 18 years now. Last year it began to make a noise that sounded like metal on metal when I would back it up for the first time that I would take it out for a drive. Now it would not make a noise every time which made...
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    Wiper Blades

    Trying to find replacement wiper blades for my 1965 Dart GT. I have 13-inch Anco Anti Lift Red Dot wipers and the rubber blades are falling apart. Have not been able to locate any refills for them. I did find some wiper blade strips that you cut to length and was wondering if anyone has tried...
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    Location?

    This question has probably been asked before, but I am going to ask again. I have a 1965 Dodge Dart GT hardtop. Am I correct that there is only one place the VIN number on a hardtop is found and that is on the stainless-steel plate located on the left door hinge pillar post?
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    LED

    Thinking of changing #57 dash lights out to LED. Good idea? If so which bulb do I use?
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    Where To Get Seat Covers

    Need to get new seat covers for my Dart GT. Want to go back with original style again. I got a set from Layson's 10 - 15 years ago and they are now coming apart where the stitching is and a tear has started on the side of the seat. Look at SMS and given a price of $749 for the bucket seats...
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    Tire Clearance

    My 1965 Dart Gt has a problem with tire clearance. Thought I would see if anyone else has had this problem and could tell me what I need to do. Have been trying to figure out why there is so much difference tire clearance on the driver's side compared to the passenger side. Anyone have an...
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    What Year Did Cover Change?

    The olddman has a question! I have a 1965 Dart GT with the Charger 273 engine. Last year I had to replace the timing chain cover and discovered that you have to remove the timing chain cover in order to replace the front seal. After replacing the cover, I read somewhere that the timing chain...
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    How Hard Is It To Do?

    Took my Dart out for a ride today and when I got out I noticed a tear (cut) in the front of the back seat cover of the bucket seat. Had new seat covers from Legendary installed on the bucket seats in my 1965 Dart GT about 15 years ago. Now will have to either have new set installed or do it...
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    Tach likes to read less than 0

    Just got through making new wiring harness for engine and forward harness. Took my time. followed wiring diagram and surprise, surprise, everything works. Everything except the tachometer. When I turn ignition run position or start the engine, the tach shows reading less than zero. Removed...
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    Spindle Replacement Question

    I just got through cleaning and repacking the bearings on my 1965 Dart. Got to looking at the spindle and noticed that there were small, what looked like hairline cracks, where the inner bearing rides. Is this an indication that the spindle is in need of being replaced? How can you tell when...
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    Can I Use This Wire?

    I have a previous post that started off with flickering lights and has now moved on to where I am in the process of making a new wiring harness for my 1965 Dart. I have already made the forward light harness and am about to finish the engine harness. Has been a chore getting the correct...
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    Squareback Connection to Electronic VR

    Making repairs to engine wiring harness. When I removed the tape from wires I found that there was one wire from field terminal of alternator to F post of VR and one wire from second field terminal of alternator to I post of VR. Neither wire was wire was connected to ignition side of ballast...
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    Flickering Lights

    Just got finished making repairs to wires going to the bulkhead connector in my 1965 Dart. What I thought would be an easy fix (!!) to flickering interior lights, and headlights that would dim at idle and brighten when rpms went up. When I pulled both connectors from the bulkhead three wires...
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    Screw Holders

    I took apart the headlight buckets on my 1965 Dart GT last week to clean up the grounding point and general cleaning. When I was installing the inner and outer trim rings a couple of the mounting screws would not tighten. The plastic insert that the screw screws into I guess is worn out. Can...
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    Packard 56

    Trying to repair some bad connectors in my wiring harness. Have some 14 gauge, 16 gauge and 18 gauge wire. Connectors are the Packard 56 ones and I this is my first time to replace this type of connector. Is there a different Packard 56 connector that is used with each wire gauge or will a...
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    Headlight Buckets

    Removed the headlight bulbs on my 1965 Dart GT and found one bucket to be rusted. Plan on treating the rust and repainting both of them. Looks like they are zinc coated. Is this correct? If so I will go ahead and use a zinc spray paint.
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    Need a little help

    So, I am having to replace some of the bulkhead connectors on my 1965 Dart. Have pulled the top and bottom plug from the firewall and am a little confused. Looking at the wiring diagram either numbers or letters for the connectors. Is the plug with the numbers on the top or bottom? Is the...
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    Roller Coaster Lights

    Having problem with dash lights, dome light getting bright then dim when rpm is increased. Could this be a ground problem? Would like some suggestions as to what / where to look. Remember reading about this on the forum, but cannot find thread. Got out my voltmeter to do some checking, but I...
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    Voltage Regulator

    The electronic voltage regulator in my Dart has bit the dust and thought I would ask y'all where to buy one. Should I just go down to the parts house or is there a good place to buy online? Seems like I can remember reading about looking for a certain number (?) on the regulator! Anyhow...
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    Has Anyone Used These?

    I have been looking for some replacement washers for my Cragar SS wheels. The ones that are on them now are needing to be changed out due to wear and tear over the years. Have not had any luck in finding new washers so I am thinking about using Belleville washers. Wondering if anyone has...
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    Seat Covers

    Need to buy new seat covers for my 1965 Dart GT. I installed new ones form Legendary about 12 years ago and they are starting to come loose at the seams and a split has started on side bolster. Want to go back with original type covers. Can I get some recommendations where to buy them or go...
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    Is Your Car Shining?

    Needing to get some more stuff to put a shine on my 1965 Dart Gt. Before I buy something I thought I would ask for some suggestions as to what I should buy. Wax, polish, ceramic coating sprays, ceramic wax, or something else. Seems there are so many products out there and so many different...
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    Powder Coating

    Thinking of having wheels powder coated. Has anyone had this done? General thoughts on doing this, pros and cons.
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