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I didn't go this year. First time in many years I had not attended. Went to a friends wedding instead.. Took my MGB last year but it wasn't any different than being a spectator and kind of a pain in itself. The show needs a venue change to one with a track or it will eventually die. It hasn't been the same since the pre track demolition and events held on the track.
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I bought a '50 Plymouth that the flipper owner had just put all new parts in the brakes and a new master cylinder. It would sometimes grab the left really hard. I found the right side front brake was not put together correctly, both new wheel cylinders were leaking and the linings while brand new were no good. I ripped all of that out and put in a Scarebird conversion. Some Mazda parts, some Chevy parts and a few hours time, and it stopped better than it needed to. The kit wasn't cheap, but I bought OEM NOS Ford/ Mazda rotors for cheap and the S10 brake calipers and pads were really inexpensive
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I had basically the same car ( '50 Ply s/dlx coupe ) but unrestored, and the handle was broken.
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Just saw total disregard for other's property
matt167 replied to hkestes41's topic in Off Topic (OT)
I daily drive a Japanese Kei truck ( 1992 Suzuki Carry ). And yeah it stands out. One time, I came back out of the gas station after pre paying to find some guy opened the door to my truck and was checking it out. Naturally he caught that I was just a bit miffed when I confronted him. -
Rebuild Stock Steering Box or replace with Vega style?
matt167 replied to Bob Riding's topic in P15-D24 Forum
A real Vega box probably isn't an issue, which is what would have been available in the 70's but given the popularity they are harder to find. I wouldn't go out of my way to find one when a 525 is available. Although a T bucket even with a big block is still under 3k lbs by a lot. A modern T bucket with 350/350 fully dressed out will weigh about 2,300 lbs -
Rebuild Stock Steering Box or replace with Vega style?
matt167 replied to Bob Riding's topic in P15-D24 Forum
There are quality concerns with those boxes on T buckets ( causing accidents from failure ). I would never consider an aftermarket for anything heavier than a T bucket ( and try to find a rebuilt one instead at that). The GM 525 has a slightly different bolt pattern than the Vega box but is designed for a heavier car and was used in the midsize cars ( A body IIRC ) until '72.. Chevelle, Malibu or Cutlass for instance. Parts stores could get them -
I snapped an original 1951 Chevy cap onto the factory wheels to the 1950 Plymouth that I had. The car looked way better with Chevy rally wheels and police caps ( smoothie ).. Dual bolt pattern rally wheels are stupid cheap and you could paint them any color you want, just normally come finished in silver as GM did them
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Need Ideas for Converting Coins into Paper Money
matt167 replied to JerseyHarold's topic in Off Topic (OT)
you can use a self checkout lane as a free coin sorter basically for free especially if your buying a big ticket item or even just groceries. Once you get close to the amount needed to pay, then just put in a large bill like $100 or switch payment method and pay with a card. You will get bills back as change -
Keep in mind, that General, Firestone or any of the others do not actually manufacture the vintage look tires. Those tires are licensed products built by another company. Coker tire builds many, but there are others.
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Vredenstine has USA based dealers. The Sprint Classic being one that even Coker sells. However the only 16" is a 185HR16 which has a diamater of about 27" which is about right, but a section width of 185mm is extremely narrow. There is little reason to stay with a bias ply if you plan to drive it, a good alignment tech can tweak the adjustments to get rid of any wander and it will drive just the same. I currently have a 1974 MGB, which is spec'd for both cross ply ( bias ply ) and radial ply tires. It gives 2 different alignment specs in the manuals and 2 different air pressure specs in the glove box but drives absolutely perfect on modern tires. The MGB was introduced in 1962 using very old tech and remained mechanically unchanged basically until it was discontinued in 1980. Uses king pin A arm front suspension with lever shocks all around
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ANSWERED My First Car -- P15 1947 Plymouth Deluxe
matt167 replied to NickPickToo's topic in P15-D24 Forum
No real need for LED lights. They add a bit of complexity for almost no reason. Incandescent lights can be just as bright considering the reflectors are designed for incandescent. Your not going to get rid of the boat feel. It's just how it is, and the car is actually too heavy to utilize a Mustang II safely.. I had a stock '50 converted to discs that I intended to daily and I ended up just hating driving it, so I traded it for an 1974 MGB.. It's the kind of car you keep as a second vehicle and drive rarely. I'd suggest borrowing one before spending too much or deciding if you just want to use the body ect.... It's just the reality of it, especially for a new driver. JMHO -
I'll be there, but with my 1974 MGB. I no longer own a Mopar.. I voted for the Dodge in the Build off last year
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Easy way to convert front drums on 53 belv to disc
matt167 replied to Turbo53's topic in P15-D24 Forum
www.scarebird.com Stock wheels on my '50 Plymouth did not fit, but I don't think any disc brake will fit those particular wheels, and if they do it's because the rotor is smaller than 9" which is what the Scarebird Rotor is ( 1993-1997 Ford probe and many Mazda applications ) -
Easy way to convert front drums on 53 belv to disc
matt167 replied to Turbo53's topic in P15-D24 Forum
Can bolt on Scarebirds in an hr or so.. Either are good kits, Scarebird gets you brand new hubs too, but the kit costs $100 more -
My '50 plymouth did the same thing on a hot idle. I just turned the idle screw a tad, now it idles fine.
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My conversion is done and my car is driving again. Brakes stop true and hard. Had a hiccup that's worth noting. The bearings when adjusted like every other bearing I've ever installed ( tighten till tight, back off till castle nut is lined up ) were too loose, and caused a clunk/ bang situation when braking. I put new pads on, then staked the outer pad tabs into the calipers and finally tightened up the bearings one castle notch.
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They probably are close enough to work. The drums are matched sizes, probably 11" in your case. They are only different to accommodate the hub. Other companies used the exact same drums and hardware, front and rear.. That said, rears do not always use the dual wheel cylinder setup like the front. It depends on the year/ model. I'll check my Motors manual to see what you need
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It's the bearing itself bottoming out on the spindle.. I thought it was the seal doing it, but after pulling it apart a few times, looking at it, it cannot be the seal preventing it to go all the way in. The only way to see if it differs from the factory hub, is to pull the inner bearing from the factory hub and see where it lands on the spindle, and then do the same with the Scarebird provided bearing. I think the issue though, is the original hubs had the bearings deeper and the seal went over that rear area. The Scarebird hubs just do not cover it And ditto on the seal being listed twice.. I guess mistakes like that just prove Mark is human running a small shop
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yup. Can feel the seal sliding past when putting the hub on, so it's at least that far in.
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I got the seals in my kit. Timken brand. And yes, it also lists them as '67-'68 Camaro. It goes right behind the rear bearing, cup side in and fits flush with the back of the hub. I think he owe's you a seal I have not finished mine/ hoses not installed. Bummed and waiting for wheels now. I bought both 15 and 17" but I think 15" will work. The line comes into the clip from the top over the frame rail, and the hose comes in from the bottom.. I'll go through my phone and see if I took any pics
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are you sure that it was the hub? my rotors fit right over the hubs, no issue. I have the same gap in the back but deemed it ok after looking.
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Looks buildable enough. Good luck with it. Sure hope you didn't trade your Rebel SST for it though.
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I saw this on another forum. The sad thing is, it works. Never ever see this type of thing anymore but wooden brake linings were once common. Won't last long, but if your in a remote corner of the universe on a sunday, this type of thing will get you home Myself, I just use cheap semi metallic pads
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Scarebird owners? Need help with MC valve ID please
matt167 replied to ebruns1's topic in P15-D24 Forum
I ended up getting Jegs ralleys with caps in 15x6. $257 total and I threw in a t shirt for no reason. -
Scarebird owners? Need help with MC valve ID please
matt167 replied to ebruns1's topic in P15-D24 Forum
Yeah. I just didn't really want to.. I have a couple Crown vic wheels. I might fit them up and just stick them on the front.