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    '65 Cuda, front tires wearing on inside

    Hi Folks, We have a '65 Barracuda that has the front tires wearing badly in the inside. Not sure, but I may have to replace some front end parts as this car has been neglected for many years. So I am wandering which parts are likely to be worn to give this kind of tire wear on the inside of...
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    Headlight switch removal. release button not working, 1965 Cuda

    I am trying to remove my headlight switch on a 1965 Barracuda. I see there is a push button on the top of the switch that should release the stem and knob. But I have been pushing that button like crazy while pulling on the knob, and it won't release. So, is there more to it, or tricks I could...
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    65 Barracuda dash lights

    I am working on a 1965 Barracuda. Only one dash light is working and it is not consistant. It is pretty hard to get behind the cluster and see what is going on. How many bulbs should there be for the gauge cluster? What is the best way to get to them for replacement. Secondly, the...
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    [WANTED] Looking for used Parking parts 1965 Cuda 904

    I am looking for the park cable housing parts at the rear of a 904 trans to fit a 1965 barracuda. Mostly I need the spring that attaches to the park cable, inside the housing at the rear (Yes, I stretched it out removing the housing before disconnecting the cable) Dang! Could also use: the...
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    904 in 65 cuda won't always come out of park

    I am working on a 1965 Barracuda with a 904 torque flight, stock floor console shift. The problem is: With the car parked, I start it up and move the shifter out of park and into drive. Sometimes it feels like the park pawl does not pull far enough out, so it is bearly stuck in park but also...
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    1965 Cuda, put the brake lights on ignition on circuit

    Hi Folks, I am working on a 1965 Barracuda. I would like to move the brake light circuit to a circuit that is only hot when the switch is on. So, my question is, how is the best way and or easiest way to do that. Thanks as always, Rick
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    Slow or hard to engage in reverse or drive

    Hi folks, I am working on a 1965 Barracuda with a 273 engine and a 904 trans, all basically stock. I have posted other questions about this car and received great help from this forum. One thing is the car was missing some of the throttle pressure linkage. I was able to find some linkage...
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    Wrong intake to head angle??

    Hi folks, I am looking for a bit of help and confirmation. I am helping my daughter in law with a 1965 Barracuda that has been in her family many years, but parked for about the last five years. I don't have a lot of MoPar experience, but I have turned a lot of wrenches. After replacing...
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    Looking for an electric fan. 65 Cuda, 273

    Hi Folks, Just wondering if anyone has found a late model car that uses an electric fan that works well on these A Body cars? 1965 Barracuda 273 with auto to be specific. Having overheating problems at low speeds. Or any other ideas... Thanks as always, Rick
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    In need of some Throttle Pressure Linkage for 904

    Hi Folks, It looks like I am in need of some TPL linkage. The Barracuda I have been working on is missing the parts from the carb linkage to the bellcrank near the front of the trans. I took some pictures of the linkage setup I currently have, so... hoping some of you can help me with what...
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    Bands may be slipping? Help please

    1965 Barracuda, 273, 904 auto. Was parked for about 5 years and just got it running again. I think something feels funny with the trans: New trans oil and filter. When accelerating, especially when going from zero up to about 40mph, it feels like it shutters. The car shakes a bit, but if I let...
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    Need some help, startup after 5 year parked

    Well after a few months of tinkering with a 1965 Barracuda 273 auto (904), we finally got it running. It had been parked for about 5 years. Just a couple of issues: 1. After warming up, the engine dies sometimes as soon as I touch the throttle. If I feather it, or ease into it usually...
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    Front suspension torsion rod rear rubber bushings torn.

    Working on a 1965 Barracuda. The front suspension, torsion rod, rear rubber bushings torn and falling apart. What needs to be done to replace them. Just a daily driver. No other plans for it at this time. Thanks in advance for your input, Rick
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    Trans looks overfull after parked

    Hi all, We are working on a 1965 Barracuda, 273, 904 auto. It seems like after it is parked a few days, the trans level actually increases. If I check it without starting the engine, it will be far above the full mark. But, after starting it up for a few minutes, the level looks normal...
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    1965 Barracuda 904 trans dipstick length

    Hi folks, I am missing the transmission dipstick for my '65 Cuda with a 904 trans and 273 engine, all stock. I have a spare stick but from a much newer car and the markings are probably not at the correct spot and length is probably wrong too. Can anyone tell me how long the dipstick...
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    What trans in 1965 Barracuda with 273

    Hi Folks, I am new to the forum and new to mopar in general. I am working on a 1965 Barracuda with a 273 v8 and 2 bbl carb. I am going to need some transmission help, but first I don't even know which trans I have. What should I look for to ID the trans. Thanks in advance for the newbe...
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    273 coolant drip right exhaust bolt hole

    Hi Folks, This is my first post on this site and I am new to mopar in general. I have mechanical experience, but not mopar. So, here is my question. I am working on a 1965 Barracuda with a 273 and auto trans (not sure which trans). I removed the exhaust manifolds to replace the gaskets...
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