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    Re-pin locks

    My 71 Scamp has 3 different keys. 1 for ignition, 1 for door locks, 1 for trunk lock. Is it possible to re-pin one of the locks to match the other so I only have 2 keys?
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    Swapping Hood Hinges

    I need to swap mine for a better set. It looks like I can remove the splash shield and get to everything that way, but Im not 100% sure so thought I would ask. Has anyone ever replaced a hood hinge with out removing the entire fender?
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    Hood Hinge Repair

    Has anyone ever successfully repaired there 67-76 style hood hinges? I found this thread on Big Block Dart and was wondering if it would work. He is not using the hood spring and I would need to retain the spring. taking play out of hood hinges
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    Has anyone tried using SprayMax 2K

    Looking at picking up a couple cans of this. http://www.repaintsupply.com/spraymax-3680212-2k-urethane-hot-rod-satin-black-paint-aerosol-p5205.html I've read mixed reviews about it, mostly concerning splattering. Im wondering if anyone has tried it out? Otherwise any recommendations...
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    How would you repair this?

    Alright so my little adventure of folding up the lip in the rear wheel well did not go so well. It dimpled and pushed out the metal above the wheel. How or what is the best way to go about fixing this?
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    Rear Wheel Well Trim

    I need a close up picture of the rear wheel well trim on a 71 Dart/Scamp. Could someone snap a pic of it for me? Thanks
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    Detailing method and tools

    After buffing the car I have compound stuck in between the body panels, such as where the fenders and doors meat, fender and cowl etc.. all are hard to reach places. What is the best cleaning method, tool, brush, solvent, etc?? I dont want to scratch the paint trying to get it all out of...
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    Fixing chips in the paint

    I have some chips in my paint that are only down to the primer. They bug me and I want to fix them but not sure how to go about doing it, its BC/CC. I know we have a lot of good paint guys on here so hoping for some input.
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    Adjusting doors

    When I had my 71 Scamp apart for paint I inspected my door hinges and pins. I ended up replacing the pins and then aligned my doors, which shut nice. That was 2 years ago. I've noticed this past summer that the drivers door sags just enough that the door doesnt shut correctly. Unless I pull the...
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    Door Glass Chrome Trim Coming off

    My 71 Scamp has some chrome trim that wraps around the glass on the back end opposite the vent window. I can get pics if needed. Anyways, when I roll the window down that trim tends to stay put and not go down with the window. I have to grab it and push it down. My question is what...
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    Help clean the junk in my trunk

    Not like that you sickos!!! The person I bought my car from decided to use some sort of undercoating in the trunk space. He sprayed it everywhere. When I was sitting in my trunk while wiring my car I noticed that it was still fairly soft and tacky. I would like to get this stuff out of my...
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    Fiberglass hood scoop question

    Has anyone ever bought from VFN Fiberglass? Im looking at picking up a dual snorkel hood scoop and trying to decide who to go with. I just dont know much about them.. The other is AAR Firberglass. So please if anyone has any input other companies or opinions that would be great!
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    Max Wedge Hood Scoop

    Has anyone ever installed a Max Wedge Hood Scoop on there Dart, Duster, Scamp? I cant picture if it would look good or what it would like but was always curious. If someone has some pics that would be great or if someone could photoshop on for me that would be awesome also.
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    Hate to ask

    I hate to ask this question but I honestly I dont know enough about them. I have a lead on a Factory Go-Wing and would like to know what its worth. Sorry no pics but assume average condition. Also is there anything I should look for on it that would stear me clear of it. Thanks everyone.
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    Trunk and Quarter Extension Trim

    My 71 Scamp has the Aluminum trim along the trunk lip and on the quarter panel extensions. I've searched a few of the restoration sites and no one seems to list it. Is it available or does anyone have a good way to clean up oxidized/pitted aluminum trim?
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    Help calm my nerves

    So Im finally ready to install the tail stripe on my Scamp. Im nervous as heck to tell you the truth. I've been told to use lots of soapy water, similar to installing window tint. As long as its wet it will slide, until you squeegee it out.. Although I have no starting point or measurements and...
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    Plymouth Duster and Scamp Grills

    While I was at the Mopars in the Park show a couple weekends ago, I noticed that some of the Plymouths (Dusters and Scamps) had there grill below the cross member/core support and others had it above. By below it I mean the upper lip of the grill was below the support. I have mine above, Im...
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    Aftermarket Snorkel Scoop

    I have a line on the aftermarket dual snorkel scoop. Does anyone have any knowledge of these, quality, how they hold up etc.... Just wondering if I should pass.
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    Radiator to K Member support

    I have a 71 Scamp, that did not come with a lower radiator to k member support brace. So I have a few questions. Is it necessary and does it truly serve as a needed piece?
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    New Challenger hood scoop

    I know this isnt for the purest on the site, but has anyone ever thought about trying to mount one of the new Challenger hood scoops onto your A body?
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    Door Window Frame Gasket

    I replaced all of my gaskets on the doors of my 71 Scamp with the exception of the vent window. There is one gasket that Im wondering if its available. Im looking for the seal or gasket for the leading edge of the main door windows where it touches the vent window frame. Right now I only have...
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    Buffing Streaks

    What is the best way to remove the streaks left over after buffing? You know the streaks you cant see until you get it in the sun and then the car waves at you as you glance down the side of it. Will a simple waxing take care of it?
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    quick question on the trunk seal.

    I picked up the metro soft seal weather strip for the trunk and just want to verify how to install it. I believe the it goes on with the groove or slot to the outside of the car and on top of the lip right on the edge of my trunk, and not in the channel. This is on a 71 scamp. Can you...
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    Pics needed of Scamp Decals

    Im finishing up my 71 Scamp and thought it might be kinda cool to put some of the original decals back on the car. Im looking for the ones on the core support or engine bay, trunk (if there are any) and doors. My car never had them so Im not sure what to get. If someone has a Scamp and could...
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    76 Dart Fuel tube location

    On a 76 Dart does the fuel fill tube flange mount on the inside of the trunk or outside by the cap? Reason I ask is because the gasket on the one I have is on the back side of the flange and would make sense for mounting on the outside. Just dont seem right so wanted to ask.
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    71 Scamp Quarter Window Skips

    Im reassembling my car and went to roll up the drivers side quarter window. As I started cranking its like the handle skipped a tooth. It did this a few more times on the way up. It does not do it when I roll it down. What is causing this and how can it be fixed. Thanks
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    Fender Mount Top Turn Signals

    I have a 71 Scamp and it didnt come with the fender mounted turn signals, the holes where there just no signals. I picked up a pair of them at a junk yard and compared them to many others that were there. They all looked the same. So I went to install them and I noticed that they do not cover...
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    Outside Door handle adjustment

    Why hello everyone! I started to reassemble the car after paint and have all the new paint gaskets going on. Well I installed new ones on the outside door handle of my 71 Scamp. Bolted the door in and tried it out. It would not unlock the latch. I had to open it from the inside. I've looked and...
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    rebuilding the grill, how to prep?

    Im in the process of repairing my grill and just waiting until this weekend to sand down the ABS/Acetone repair areas I did. Once the grill is all smoothed out I would like to paint it. Im not sure if there is something I should spray on the grill first, for paint adhesion or just paint it up...
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    Antenna Options

    Im starting the reassembly of my car and was thinking about my antenna. The original one was broken and I didnt really like that telescoping, thick, non flexible antenna anyways. I was debating about a power antenna but not sure if they will fit. Otherwise what have some of you used or did you...
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