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by chilort
Sun Sep 03, 2023 8:58 am
Forum: GENERAL CHIT CHAT (NON-TECHNICAL)
Topic: Replacement Raidiator Sources
Replies: 15
Views: 4533

Re: Replacement Raidiator Sources

I custom ordered a 4 core aluminum radiator for Griffin (in South Carolina). It allowed me to move the radiator forward and gave me more room for a big fan with a clutch. I then made a fan shroud and added a puke tank. I'm running a 440 punched out .080 (or .100 - don't remember) and everyone swears...
by chilort
Sat Aug 19, 2023 1:23 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: Help pulling the steering box
Replies: 2
Views: 997

Re: Help pulling the steering box

PwrWgnDrvr wrote:
Sat Aug 19, 2023 12:12 pm
chilort wrote:
Sat Aug 19, 2023 11:52 am
Do have to pull the steering column?
Not totally, but it does need to be lifted up a couple inches.
Thank you! Now to get the penetrating oil started
by chilort
Sat Aug 19, 2023 11:52 am
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: Help pulling the steering box
Replies: 2
Views: 997

Help pulling the steering box

Okay, I feel really stupid, but I can't figure out how to pull the steering box out. There's just no room to get it out. I've got the pitman arm free/off, the 3 bolts to the frame are off, the bolt through the collar attaching the rag going to the steering box is off, and the 2 bolts through the rag...
by chilort
Wed Aug 02, 2023 6:50 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: Flaming River
Replies: 11
Views: 3093

Re: Flaming River

I'd take a look at a power steering conversion kit, which includes an integral power steering gear, that can be had for that kind of money--maybe even a bit less. My preferred vendor has been black listed from this site, easy blank blank street llc, or CPP (Classic Parts) offers them. I'd avoid the...
by chilort
Tue Aug 01, 2023 3:37 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: Flaming River
Replies: 11
Views: 3093

Re: Flaming River

Hobcobble wrote:
Wed Jul 12, 2023 10:20 am
chilort wrote:
Wed Jul 05, 2023 5:51 pm
BigBlockTrucks wrote:
Tue Jul 04, 2023 9:32 pm


I’m pretty good at fabrication but a don’t think there is any easy way to use that box in a sweptline.
Well, my budget likes this answer
www.dodgesweptlineparts.com

Bud Thorp rebuilds Saginaw boxes for our Sweptlines. :2cents :Thumbsup

John
I'll have to check em out
by chilort
Wed Jul 05, 2023 5:51 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: Flaming River
Replies: 11
Views: 3093

Re: Flaming River

Here is the part they originally claimed would fit: https://www.flamingriver.com/steering-box-accessories/fr1540-mopar-manual-steering-box-small-sector-quick-ratio I’m pretty good at fabrication but a don’t think there is any easy way to use that box in a sweptline. Well, my budget likes this answer
by chilort
Tue Jul 04, 2023 3:34 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: Flaming River
Replies: 11
Views: 3093

Re: Flaming River

Here is the part they originally claimed would fit:
https://www.flamingriver.com/steering-b ... uick-ratio
by chilort
Tue Jul 04, 2023 3:10 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: Flaming River
Replies: 11
Views: 3093

Re: Flaming River

Series1Utiline wrote:
Tue Jul 04, 2023 5:33 am
I for one, was not aware they had one for our trucks. Do you have a link to their product?
I saw one years ago. I don't see it on their site now. I'll need to call them, I guess.
by chilort
Mon Jul 03, 2023 7:26 pm
Forum: **GENERAL TECHNICAL HELP**
Topic: Which shocks for a 67 P.W short wide 8 lug?
Replies: 14
Views: 1871

Re: Which shocks for a 67 P.W short wide 8 lug?

Necro thread but I wouldn't mind trying QA1. These seem like they'd work: TN901 or TS901
by chilort
Mon Jul 03, 2023 7:11 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: 1969 Sway Bar Bushings?
Replies: 3
Views: 1019

Re: 1969 Sway Bar Bushings?

I realize this is an old thread but I replaced mine for new bushings and housing when I put the '69 bar in my '68. I grabbed something from the shelf at the local parts store that included a poly bushing and housing. I put them in a decade ago but am only putting miles on them now. So far, so good. ...
by chilort
Mon Jul 03, 2023 7:05 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: Flaming River
Replies: 11
Views: 3093

Flaming River

Anyone ever try out the Flaming River steering gearbox replacement? Feedback? I need to replace my steering gearbox (have tried adjusting it)
by chilort
Fri Apr 21, 2023 4:50 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: Do I Need New Rear Springs?
Replies: 7
Views: 1429

Re: Do I Need New Rear Springs?

I had my rear springs rebuilt by a driveline shop. No regrets. I had helper springs before the rebuild that a previous owner added and I was able to get rid of those. Much better ride overall. Seems like you're there
by chilort
Mon Apr 03, 2023 2:33 pm
Forum: *ENGINE/DRIVELINE/FUEL SYSTEM HELP*
Topic: HELPPPP - 64 W100 Motor Mount ASAP PLEASE
Replies: 14
Views: 1931

Re: HELPPPP - 64 W100 Motor Mount ASAP PLEASE

The folks at PolyBushings (https://polybushings.com/pages/moparmounts.html) do great work. I don't know that they have exactly what you need. I have one of the early production truck trans mounts.

My 440 is currently secured with their locking slant 6 mounts.
by chilort
Mon Mar 27, 2023 8:38 am
Forum: *ENGINE/DRIVELINE/FUEL SYSTEM HELP*
Topic: Stalling issue w/ a 318
Replies: 9
Views: 1241

Re: Stalling issue w/ a 318

Can you describe the stall a little more? If you're cruising along and get into the gas a little does it lie down and then pick up? If that's the case, your accelerator pump may need adjusted (this is a pretty easy job and Holley has videos). If it adjusted properly then the diaphragm may be old and...
by chilort
Wed Mar 22, 2023 1:59 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: HEADER OPTIONS FOR A CROWN VIC IFS SWAP
Replies: 13
Views: 1960

Re: HEADER OPTIONS FOR A CROWN VIC IFS SWAP

Looks nice. Also, what extra cross member??! I feel less bad about chopping mine out now. :lol: Hooker used to make them. Doesn't look like they offer them any more but maybe you can get some clearance: https://fcrcmachine.com/hooker-headers-super-comp-header-1967-1974-dodge-d100-d200-d300-5810hkr/
by chilort
Tue Mar 21, 2023 8:13 pm
Forum: *ELECTRICAL/GAUGES/LIGHTING HELP*
Topic: Where did you mount your tach?
Replies: 26
Views: 4712

Re: Where did you mount your tach?

Cool to see all the pictures. Mine isn't very subtle on tbt dash but it is working out well so far
by chilort
Tue Mar 21, 2023 8:12 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: HEADER OPTIONS FOR A CROWN VIC IFS SWAP
Replies: 13
Views: 1960

Re: HEADER OPTIONS FOR A CROWN VIC IFS SWAP

The 68 and older is a pain because of the extra cross member. I used Hooker Headers but no longer see them available. On an RB block, the difference in height makes for interesting exhaust routing. I cut out the extra cross member and it still took some work. Some pictures in my build thread from my...
by chilort
Tue Mar 21, 2023 7:54 pm
Forum: **GENERAL TECHNICAL HELP**
Topic: In dash shifter issues
Replies: 18
Views: 3603

Re: In dash shifter issues

Broken cable?
by chilort
Tue Feb 14, 2023 4:03 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: Front axle (2WD) disc brake conversion
Replies: 17
Views: 3703

Re: Front axle (2WD) disc brake conversion

It would be nice to be able to get some specs on the new brackets but as mentioned, that would likely only happen when someone is able to get a set and copy them. I wasn't even aware they had come out with a 2nd design that used other caliper assemblies. The main problem with the earlier Scarebird ...
by chilort
Fri Feb 10, 2023 10:19 am
Forum: *ENGINE/DRIVELINE/FUEL SYSTEM HELP*
Topic: Fuel Cap?
Replies: 5
Views: 917

Re: Fuel Cap?

I have been using NAPA part 703-1221, fit just fine, 70 to 62 trucks 703-1220 and 703-1221 appear to be the same except the exterior finish (satin vs chrome). Both have a diameter of 1.5" that doesn't fit my truck. Looks like I may be doing some "fitting." Thanks for confirmation on the PN. The loc...