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    1968 Barracuda Formula S Convertible Existing?

    I think I'm going to sell my 68 Barracuda FS drop top. I know that a total of 193 were built. Mine is a 340 and there were BB also built, I think a few Hemi also. How can I find out what the actual amount of these Formula S cars are still out there?
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    Front brake rotors

    Have to replace my rotors 69 Barracuda. These old rotors are Century made and both sides are 7/16 x 20 right hand thread studs w/small bolt at 11". Not sure if these hubs are Century or original, being that driver side is now right hand thread studs. Can't locate new rotors with hubs. Do I need...
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    Remove convertible top cylinders 68 Barracuda

    My shop manual doesn't explain the process removing the cylinders. When the top is down in the well not much access to remove the power link clip to pull the top pin out. Any information on a manual or step process would be helpful. Going to purchase the cylinders and replace the hoses from Classic.
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    1968 340 timing

    Trying to set timing....the #1 spark plug wire on the cap is at 3 o'clock and I think its should be at 6 o'clock. When I use the timing light the reading on the blancher reads. 1 .8 0 right on the 5 degrees mark. I cant see the one straight line on the balancer at all. Do I need to...
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    Vacumm line 727 B Torqueflite

    Is there a vacuum line off the intake manifold/carb. that connects the transmission? I thought it just has throttle and gearshift linkage.
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    Car Authentication help

    I have a 1968 Formula S Barracuda convertible. I do have the fender tag and the vin number matches with the transmission. Can't locate the engine vin number, did find a casting numbers 1969 and the car came with a 1969 stock intake manifold. I think its a warranty block? Can I obtain any info...
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    [FOR SALE] Seat belts

    Nice set of seat belts. Not sure what they fit as they will not work in my 1968 Barracuda Formula S droptop. The color I think is emerald gold the same as mine. These were part of the purchase of the car along with other boxes of parts the previous owner purchased 15 years ago and sure they are...
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    Brake lines get hot?

    Just got my 68 Barracuda brakes completed and the car finally stops. Had to replace the distribution block ( inlinetube ) perfect match. Anyways the brake lines from the master cylinder get hot from the exhaust manifold. I have power brakes and the booster and master cylinder above/side of the...
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    lower trunk lid panel retainers

    Need the 8 retainers for the lower trunk lid panel for 68 Barracuda. These retainers are different from the upper panel. They look the same, but the lower retainers are just a little larger. Chris
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    heater hose bracket for small block

    Looking for the heater hose bracket that mounts next to the alternator/intake manifold for a small block. Chris
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    Found Proportioning Valve

    Located the distribution block for A-Body 67-74 at Inlinetube. They manufactor the exact factory replacement BLK250 for disc/drum. No adjustment to brake lines bolt right in. Has anybody tried this block? I have the PL100 GM proprotioning valve that has been used for awhile as a...
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    Proportioning valve replacement?

    Hey, Just bought a proportioning valve from Master Brake. Not the same as the one on my 68 Barracuda. It will work with a few tube bending and fittings and mounting. Lots of work in a tight area. Wanted to know if there is a closer match to the original valve out there. Just thought I would...
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    brake Light On ?

    I have a 68 Barracuda Formula S with power front disk brakes. The manual states that the safty switch in the metering block displays the red brake light on the dash and that the brake system has a problem. I don't know if this is a proportioning valve or distribution block. Just states a...
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    Bad Restoration Project

    I sent out my 68 Barracuda grilles, surrounds, trunk lid mouldings. Had a very bad experience with this company. I would like to warn members about the company. How should I post this. Chris
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    1967 California Regs. Tag

    I started removing the existing pile of regs. tags on my license plate and look what I found. The original 1967 blue California regs. tag. All the other tags came off easy, but this 67 stayed on. Pics.
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    340 exhaust manifold studs leaks coolant

    1968 Barracuda 340 block My passenger side exhaust stud located in the head leaks coolant. Just got the car running and noticed that the exhaust manifold had a small hole. So I remove the manfold to repair and noticed some liquid on the threads on the far back stud ( eight bank ) off the head...
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    Gold Fish Went Swimmimg After 2 Years

    Just drove my 1968 Barracuda Formula S Convertible for the 1st time after a 2year restoration. Still need to install the grille, ect. But the sun was out and took her for a ride. I love it. After all the time and work it's all worth it. Pics.
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    Trunk lid moldings 68 Cuda are both the same.

    Are the upper and lower trunk lid moldings the same. Is their a difference. Seems like the support brackets are different with single holes for the upper and a double hole set for the lower. Chris
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    Need exhaust stock manifold 68 Cuda passenger side.

    Just started the engine for the 1st time after my restoration and the exhaust manifold on the passenger side has a pin hole and a crack starting. Never saw it. 340 Casting number on my manifold passenger side is 2863549. A -body Dart, Duster, Barracuda 68-70 will also fit.
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    Exhaust pipe repair ?

    I have stock exhaust manifolds. The exhaust system has tail pipes. To remove my exhaust system, I had to cut the pipe 3" pass the end of the muffler, because the rest of the pipe ran above the axels out to the rear valance and there was no other way of removing the system. No car hoist. I...
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    1968 Barracuda Rallye Wheels ?

    I got a 68 Cuda convertible formula S with steelie wheels. Fronts are 5.5'' on 4 14" wheel 31/2" back space I think are standard for this car.195/70 tire, going to a 205/70. This is all good. Backs are 7" on 4 14" wheel 41/2" back space. 235/60 and the back tire rubs on the leaf springs...
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    Old style hose clamps

    Need 2 hose clamps for the radiator and 2 for the bypass hose for 1968 340. Looking for the old style wire type, that was originaly installed back in the day. Thanks, Chris
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    spark plug wire retainers for small block

    I need 4 spark plug wire retainers that each hold two wires at a time. The retainers themselves cilp onto the metal mount on the valve cover. Two retainers per valve cover. Have pictures. Thank, Chris
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    1974 Dodge Challenger Project Car

    I bought this car in 05 has clear title with a non op. Started on it for a couple of months cleaning and just checking it out. Over all good enough to restore. Surface rust and bondo in a few spots no big deal. Bought some inner front fenders and a floor pan for the drivers side. Rolling...
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    1968 Barracuda grille plastic insert

    In need of the plastic grille insert for the passenger side for 1968 Barracuda.
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    Steering wheel/column levers

    I have 727 tans. with a column shifter. Both the shift lever and blinker lever move a little when I rotate the steering wheel to either side. Is this common for a 40 year car or is something differently wrong. thanks chris
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    1968 Barracuda grille

    Looking for a 1968 Barracuda passenger side plastic grille insert, probably like everyone else. Also 2 metal head light rings/retainers that hold the head lights in place. 2 front fender support braces. Their located inside the fender, center above the wheel wells. thanks chris
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    Transmission cooler question

    I'm going to reinstall a trans. cooler in 68 Barracuda. The previous owner had mounted the cooler on the front side of the radiator behind the front grill. The existing trans. lines were cut to connect the hoses to the cooler. The cut/connection was down around the base of the radiator. Anyways...
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    torgue converter oil

    Just had the transmission rebuilt 727A and I drained the old oil out of the converter about 1 quart. Do I need to add any new oil into the converter before install to the transmission or just add oil to the transmission only and allow the converter to fill. I just can't rember thanks chris
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    340 oil pan gasket

    I need a tip on what type of sealer to use on the rubber seals and the cork gasket that I just bought from mopar. I used Permatex #2 gasket sealant on my 440 block to keep the gasket inplace. The 340 with the rubber flap seals at the ends of the pan not sure if I use Permatex Hi-Temp Silicone...
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