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    [FOR SALE] 1971 Duster numbers matching

    I have decided to sell my Duster. I am the 2nd owner, clear title in my name, and Ive had it for about a year. The car is in such nice condition, and Ive spent so much time and money on keeping it original, that now I dont have the heart to tear it all apart for a hotrod build. Id rather sell it...
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    what types of primer can be used under single stage lacquer paint?

    I removed the battery tray from 71 Abody, it had some battery acid corrosion in the paint. Luckily no rot or damage to the tray. Ive sanded to bare metal and will repaint it with some single stage lacquer, but I do not know what type of primer to use. Any suggestions?
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    Heater box foam adhesive

    I've prepped the metal flap doors for new foam in my 71 non ac heater box. I've got the foam kit from Detroit Muscle Technologies. Kit says to use 3m super 77 for adhering the foam, but I've read people saying to use 3M 90 spray adhesive, 3M yellow weatherstrip adhesive, and permatex black right...
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    How to scuff and paint metal inside cowl?

    So on my 71 duster I have the heater box off, and am taking the vent box off the driver's side to clean up and add new seals/foam etc. My cowl is in really good shape, just some degradation of the paint on the inside trough, and the beginnings of some very light surface rust. I'd like to get in...
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    Current 'best' aftermarket non ac heater core?

    I'm restoring my heater box in my 71 duster, and was going to get my original heater core rebuilt, but the wait list at the shop I want to send it to is months out. I'm debating whether to wait or not.. Regardless, id like to hear if anyone has had any experience with the common aftermarket...
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    When switching from 18" to 22" radiator, are new cooler lines needed?

    I need to take out my original 18" radiator to get it rebuilt, and the shop is backed up and I was quoted 5 months. I'm going to get a replacement aluminum radiator in the meantime. The car is a 71 duster, slant six, 904 automatic, non a/c. I was about to order a 22" Champion cc527, but it...
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    Did any year of Duster come with a stock coolant overflow tank?

    Considering the idea of adding a coolant expansion tank to my 71. If I did I'd prefer it to be stock. Did dusters get expansion tanks? Where were they mounted? Anyone have a part number?
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    1971 slant six 225 no spark or weak spark at plugs?

    I just finished refurbishing the completely stock 225 in my duster. Took it down to long block, then cleaned & painted everything, replaced all seals & gaskets, and rebuilt oil pump/power steering pump/carb/alternator etc. It ran fine before I did the work, but was getting to the point where...
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    Which primer for enamel paint

    I have some Bill Hirsch engine enamel I'm using on my engine. The directions say that on cast iron parts, the paint can go on directly without primer. But, when painting smooth surfaces like oil pan and valve covers, that it's a good idea to use a primer. I have some of their high temp...
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    1971 Duster exhaust smell in cabin after new muffler and tail pipe

    Hello all, My 71 slant six duster's muffler was noisy, buzzing and rotted through, so I took it to a local exhaust shop to get it replaced. They replaced the muffler and tail pipe. I paid and left. Within a couple miles the air in the cabin felt stuffy, thick and my nasal passages started...
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    off the shelf rods/pistons for 470 B stroker for best rod ratio

    I have a 400 block and want to make a 440 crank stroker,and I'm leaning towards the 470 with the offset ground rod journals vs a 451. Because this is a street combo and I want it to last as long as possible before rebuilding, I've been advised to try and achieve a rod ratio of 1.8:1 or close...
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    switch to HV oil pump with dual remoteoil filter?

    Is it necessary and/or helpful to switch over to high volume oil pump when you install a dual remote oil filter setup on a stock small block with mild heads/cam?
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    [WANTED] Need 440 Stealth Heads

    looking for new or slightly used 440 Source Stealth heads
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    Rollmaster CS5110 big block timing chain

    I cannot find any parts store online or on Amazon that carry the timing set. Did they discontinue the single bolt Romac big block timing chain? I just bought a rollmaster for a buddy's Cleveland online so I know they're available. Where can I order one?
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    [WANTED] 1970 - 1972 Duster wanted near WA State

    Hi im from Tacoma, looking for a duster, willing to travel across wa state or down into Oregon. Im looking for a project to rebuild from ground up. Current drivetrain isnt too important, automatic preferred, most important is that rust in panels or around windows is non existant or minimal, and...
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    total timing reading accurate with no load?

    I have a completely stock 1986 318/727 from a ram. I converted the ignition over to electronic with a Standard LX101 ignition control module and stock replacement vacuum advance distributor WPS brand, all for a 1975 318 from parts catalog. Got everything hooked up and engine runs beautifully...
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    [FOR SALE] 699 oil pan for BB swap

    I am switching the oil pan on my 73 440 to a 7 quart, so my 699 is for sale. Decent used condition. $80 plus shipping. Will post picture soon
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