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    How do I disconnect the two heater cables from the heater box on a 65 Dart?

    Hi All - My heater core went out almost a year ago.. i'm finally deciding to do something about it. My goal at the end will be to completely rebuild the box with new foam, paint it, new core, and reinstall. Hopefully going to photograph the entire process and do a write up because I can't seem...
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    How do you fix/remove rear window surround trim?

    Someone "Helped" me put my car cover on and it grabbed this piece of trim on my back window.. needless to say everyone who sees the car now says "HEY HEY JEFF HEY DID YOU KNOW THIS IS LIKE THIS?! HEY LOOK" and so.. yeah.. everyone yes. I see it. I really do know. I found a new trim piece (even...
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    Be on the lookout during your next RockAuto buy!

    You may see me in the box!!
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    Anyone remake a stock-looking radiator?

    Hey all, I'm testing my options here - I know i could either re-core my stock radiator or get a new one.. re-coring is considerably more than just buying a new aluminum one but I really want to keep the stock look. I found a good option with US Radiator here, but I was curious if anyone else...
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    Carburetor Question - Is this a good call?

    Hi all - Currently on my '65 Commando 273 I have a Holley 4160 and I'm done fighting with it - I've had nothing but issues with adjustments and sputtering, dying at stoplights (no amount of adjustments seem to keep it going) etc.. I found a rebuilt Edelbrock 1406 and since it's similar to the...
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    [WANTED] 4 Barrel Air Cleaner Bottom

    Looking for a 4 barrel carb air cleaner bottom piece. I just scored a top part and need the bottom. Just the round circle with a hole in it.. Even if someone out there has a chrome or black one, dont matter - either will do for the stock 12 inch one. Even willing to trade? I have a bottom for...
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    Back Window Trim Question..

    Hey all, Well, car cover decided to rip a piece of trim my rear window trim.. I can't see exactly how this goes on or off and i don't want to just start taring things apart without asking. Anyone removed one of these yet? Or better yet, have a non screwed version of one for a 63-66 dart? Jeff
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    Best lifters for my 1965 273

    I have some valve train noise and i'll be putting in a new set of lifters. I was just about to hit PURCHASE on a set of Summit Racing SUM-HT2011 hydraulic lifters, but thought I'd ask the experts first. Whats the best lifters to use in my 65 273?
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    Has anyone done an electric fan conversion on their early A?

    Hey All, My plan is to have my original radiator in my 65 Dart (with commando 273) re-cored so I can keep the original look going.. My questions is that I'd like to get a shroud and electric fan installed; does anyone have any suggestions on fan sizes/brands/links to use or even pictures of...
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    Gas Tank Filler Relocation Question

    Has anyone relocated their filler location to the inside of the trunk for modern gas pumps in the early A's? I'm curious if there's products to complete this idea or how others have done so.
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    (NOT MINE) 1965 Dart Candy Canes

    Way overpriced but I haven't seen them around for sale lately so I thought i'd clue you all in.. MOPAR NOS 1965 DODGE DART FRONT GRILL HOOD CANDY CANE MOLDINGS 2584078, 2584079 | eBay
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    PCV Valve for Commando 273 Engines

    Hi all, Had a question - I need to replace the PCV valve on my commando 273 with the chrome cap.. if you go on rockauto theres a few different types and so on.. none SEEM to be the one that would work inside that chrome cap. Where can I find this part (See pic.. heres an example of the one in...
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    Lock Cylinder Broke

    Hi all - a few months ago i put my key into the passenger door lock cylinder, turned the key and heard a *Click* noise.. the lock then sucked the key in and spun in full 360 degree circles (wouldn't release the key till i finally jiggled it out). Now i can only lock the car from the inside...
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    Passenger Side Lock Issue on 65 Dart

    Hey all - This morning I went to unlock my passenger side door and the door stayed locked and the locking cylinder just spun around 360 (took a moment for me to figure out how to get my key out, too)! Does anyone have any diagrams or any info about the locking cylinders on the early A's? I'll...
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    Has Anyone Installed Electric Door Locks?

    Hey all Just curious - i've been thinking of picking up one of these cheap kits that'll put electric door locks into my 65 Dart. Has anyone attempted this yet? I found one kit from A1 Electric (some random Google search hit, pictured below) and it seems like it could be pretty awesome to...
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    Can't Find P185/80R13 Tires Anywhere..

    Hey Guys and Gals I can't find P185/80R13 tires anywhere for sale.. what have you all used for your stock 13 inch rims? Is there another size combo that exists that's easier to find? thanks!
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    273 Commando Top End Rebuild on my 65 Dart GT

    SO happy i'm finally taking care of this. My number 2 and 4 cylinders were reading low compression (driver side bank totally OK) and i've just been limping around. Freeway was always a drag cause it'd smoke, losing power, and generally not fun. But since it was drivable and not my daily...
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    7 1/2 differential seal!

    I've been calling every store in the world.. my 7 1/4 is leaking out the front towards the driveshaft and I cant find anyone anywhere with one in stock or even anyone who stocks the thing Anyone know where I can find it? I'm at a loss. thanks
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    Need 65 Dart driver side, outside rear tail lamp

    Need 65 Dart driver side, outside rear tail lamp with backup lens and bezel. Oh.. and money. Lots and lots of money. If anyone has either one of those two items and wants to give them up, please PM. :happy1:
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    Electronic Ignition Conversion Kit from Jegs. Questions..

    I picked up that Jegs kit (seen here:http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS-Performance-Products/555/40031/10002/-1?parentProductId=1338366 ) and am ready to stick it into my 65 dart. Was curious if anyone else has done this one before, if there was any issues or tips?
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    Car cover question

    I'm looking to buy a car cover for my 1965 dart GT. Does anyone know of a good company (that won't kill me in cost!) that carries them? I'm looking for one of the "waterproof" like covers. Thanks again
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    Rear Diff Cover Gasket Question..

    I went to autozone and picked up a new gasket for my rear diff cover and they sold me one with 10 holes.. (for my 65 dart v8 ) I called them and they said, "nope, that's the correct one" but it obviously isn't. Does anyone know the gasket part number? Because this one is obviously wrong and...
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    Holley carburetor rebuild questions..

    It's time for a rebuild.. but I've never rebuilt a carburetor before! I got my kit from Jeg's last night and the instruction sheet is TERRIBLE! I figured it would come with a step by step that i could follow.. but it is more of a diagram with one picture of the carb exploded... Does anyone...
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    Anyone know a good engine shop in San Diego?

    Just like the title says, I'm curious if anyone knows of a good engine shop in San Diego. I'm looking to take my heads in to get them rebuilt sometime October. thanks!
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    65 Dart Tail Lamp Question:

    I would really like to take my tail lamps apart and separate the lens from the housing to clean and restore them properly. However, i'm scared to death of breaking the damned things considering how expensive it is to get ahold of a good 65 dart tail lamp. my question - anyone know the...
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    rear tail lamps and reverse lamps..

    Question for you guys/gals: My rear tail lamps work fine when you turn on the headlights (as in they glow and light up..), but when i step on the break I get no break lights. Also, when i put it in reverse; no backup lights. The fuse is fine, and considering i'm having the same problem for...
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    (not mine) 66 dart

    http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/949916621.html I saw this a few times when i lived in Santa Rosa. Its gorgeous.. maybe a bit pricey but i really liked it. The end.
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    lugs

    I'll need to get a set of Right and Left chrome lugs for my 65 dart with 10 inch drums soon (getting my new-to-me cragars fixed up) and dont know any of the measurements.. i know summit probably has them.. anyone know off the top of their heads (i'm being lazy) thankkss guys and gals
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    dodge dakota shorty headers?

    Has anyone used these before: http://www.car-stuff.com/carparts/dodgedakota19952003edelbrocke11656421.html ? Any modifications needed to make them work or would they just not work on my 65 dart? I would guess the steering box would get in the way though.. thanks
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    one of those dayyss

    You know one of those days where you hope work burns down sometime between now and tomorrow morning...? Had one of those daaayyss Anyone else had a Monday?
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