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by DieselRam
Mon Oct 16, 2023 11:01 am
Forum: GENERAL CHIT CHAT (NON-TECHNICAL)
Topic: Anyone from Winnipeg, Manitoba that can look at a truck for me
Replies: 0
Views: 1719

Anyone from Winnipeg, Manitoba that can look at a truck for me

Hey Guys,

I am looking at buying a Sweptline in Winnipeg, Manitoba but I am in Alberta. Is there anyone that might want to go check it our for me? Will pay..

Regards
by DieselRam
Fri Mar 11, 2016 9:18 am
Forum: *ELECTRICAL/GAUGES/LIGHTING HELP*
Topic: Help with Stock 5K Sun Tach
Replies: 1
Views: 384

Help with Stock 5K Sun Tach

Anyone know where you can get a Transmitter and wiring for the stock 5K tachometer? I have the tach but don't know where to get the stuff?
by DieselRam
Sun Oct 26, 2014 1:31 pm
Forum: **GENERAL TECHNICAL HELP**
Topic: Backspacing Question
Replies: 3
Views: 535

Re: Backspacing Question

Thanks...That gives me some much needed info..Appreciate it!
by DieselRam
Thu Oct 16, 2014 8:10 am
Forum: **GENERAL TECHNICAL HELP**
Topic: Backspacing Question
Replies: 3
Views: 535

Re: Backspacing Question

Anyone? What is max backpacking on rears?
by DieselRam
Mon Oct 13, 2014 3:07 pm
Forum: **GENERAL TECHNICAL HELP**
Topic: Backspacing Question
Replies: 3
Views: 535

Backspacing Question

Hey guys, I am ordering new rims for my 1971 D100..I was wondering if you can have too much backspacing in the rear. I am looking to fit a 255/45/18 tire and the rims have a +24mm offset and 6.44 inch backspacing. I am trying to measure and cant quite figure out if the backspacing will cause tires t...
by DieselRam
Tue Sep 30, 2014 12:12 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 51909

Re: new box power steering

Anxiously waiting for a release date to order one!!
by DieselRam
Fri Aug 22, 2014 10:43 am
Forum: *BODY/TRIM/PAINT/OPTIONS HELP*
Topic: Jim Megee's DODGE SWEPTLINE RESTORATION CD!!
Replies: 121
Views: 22988

Re: Jim Megee's DODGE SWEPTLINE RESTORATION CD!!

I just ordered my Sweptline Restoration CD today! Very excited to receive it. I am also from Canada and just used Paypal...Thanks Jim!!

Shayne
by DieselRam
Tue Aug 05, 2014 5:59 pm
Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
Topic: new box power steering
Replies: 394
Views: 51909

Re: new box power steering

This is awesome news...What power steering pump is the best to use? Are the pump and fittings all available from CPP also?
by DieselRam
Tue May 06, 2014 10:12 am
Forum: GENERAL CHIT CHAT (NON-TECHNICAL)
Topic: Parts Honey Hole
Replies: 1
Views: 297

Parts Honey Hole

Just wanted to let you guys know I found a sweet parts Honey Hole here in Alberta...Found a guy with a bunch of NOS parts. I picked up some NOS back up light lenses, NOS 1971 Grille inserts (he had 4 sets) and some various other lenses and such. I also picked up a good used tailgate with the embosse...
by DieselRam
Sat Apr 13, 2013 5:33 pm
Forum: PHOTO GALLERY
Topic: Interior Complete !! Carpet and sill plates
Replies: 25
Views: 1396

Re: Interior Complete !! Carpet and sill plates

You have a gorgeous truck...I am using it as the inspiration for restoring my 71 Orange Sweptline! Thanks for the great pics!

Did you have any trouble with the pistol grip shifter hitting the seats or the dash when shifting?
by DieselRam
Fri Apr 12, 2013 4:09 pm
Forum: PHOTO GALLERY
Topic: Interior Complete !! Carpet and sill plates
Replies: 25
Views: 1396

Re: Interior Complete !! Carpet and sill plates

Looks awesome!! Where did you get the carpet? What transmission are you running in your truck?
by DieselRam
Mon Apr 08, 2013 8:54 pm
Forum: PHOTO GALLERY
Topic: Alberta, Canada - New Guy with New Truck
Replies: 8
Views: 823

Re: Alberta, Canada - New Guy with New Truck

Ya..It was in a Farmers Field....pretty crazy...I would say the overall condition is pretty good and like I mentioned only a couple bad rust spots (Drivers floor, cowl on drivers side, passenger door) but came with a new hood and passenger door...I agree, the wheels do suit the style of truck very w...
by DieselRam
Mon Apr 08, 2013 7:59 am
Forum: GENERAL CHIT CHAT (NON-TECHNICAL)
Topic: New Guy from Alberta Canada
Replies: 1
Views: 175

New Guy from Alberta Canada

Hey guys...I have been browsing the site for a couple months now and been looking for a sweptline for a while. I finally found one and on Friday I went and dug it out of about 3 feet of snow in a farmers field in Saskatoon, Sask. The truck is pretty straight. Needs a drivers side floor patch, driver...
by DieselRam
Mon Apr 08, 2013 7:51 am
Forum: PHOTO GALLERY
Topic: Alberta, Canada - New Guy with New Truck
Replies: 8
Views: 823

Alberta, Canada - New Guy with New Truck

Hey guys, I have been on the site for quite a while and have been looking for a Sweptline for a while. Well, on Friday I drove to Saskatoon, Sask. and picked up a 1971 Sweptline Custom. I had to pull it out of a farmers field but it is in decent shape for the year. Originally a 318 car it now has a ...