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  1. Thanks Dan, I've added that to the list of items for my mechanic to check out!
  2. Dan, Just looked that up in the service manual... "The effort required to turn the steering wheel though its mid-position should be from 1 to 2 1/2 pounds when measured with pull scale at the rim of the steering wheel, provided the worm bearing adjustment is correct." I sure hope that the shims were replaced and that no damage as you mentioned to the steering box has happened!! (Gulp)
  3. Great info...thanks Andy! I'll have everyone's input printed out and in the car when it goes in the shop on Tuesday...Cheers!!
  4. Earl, Thanks, from most feedback it seems that the radials have nothing to do with my issues. I'm glad to eliminate that from the equation! Your advice is my next step...thanks!!
  5. AndyDodge, I've got the same size tires and run at 36psi. The suspension parts were all new from Rare Parts INC. All tie rod ends, bushings, etc were replaced. The kingpins were greased when put back together, and have lubed all of the grease fittings several times in the 6,000 miles. I haven't yet seen the steering box, but that was suggested as a possible contributor, so that's next and a check of the adjustment in the steering box as well. When I bought the car the front suspension was completely shot, so it's hard to compare with the new. The car tracks straight on the freeway. Someone else mentioned camber adjustment. Is there camber adjustment on the P15?
  6. Well, that was my thought too. I'm running the tires at 36 PSI, as a friend suggested that lower air pressure would cause more resistance. That didn't change anything. I'm taking it into a shop next week with the service manual and have them go through each component until we get this answered!
  7. OK, I need some help! I had my front suspension rebuilt about 6,000 miles ago. The parts (kingpins) were from a quality provider, but when the suspension was put back together the steering really takes a lot of effort. There is more. Because I never take my time when doing things, at the same time I put radial tires on the car. The mechanic who did the work said after the rebuild that it would loosen up with some miles on it. It seems to me that 6,000 miles should have been sufficient break in? I'm also told that the radial tires have more resistance at stop to rolling (5-10mph), and that bias ply tires would not provide as much resistance. My conundrum: Have the suspension taken a part, additional tapering of the kingpins? OR Ditch the expensive radials and put bias ply tires on to improve steering? I have looked in the service manual under "hard steering" and the check points are: 10 Steering knuckle bushings (new, so n/a?), 2) Steering knuckle thrust bearings (new again n/a?), 3) Tie rod ends (new), 4) Cross shaft (?), 5) Worm and tube assembly (told that it's possible this is original and has gummy junk in the box...?), 6) Jacket and jacket bushing (there doesn't seem to be any issue here as there isn't any noticeable binding). Either way, I am looking at significant expense (front end again) or bailing on the radial tires (expensive Cokers). HELP! I'm really in need of suggestions and would appreciate any feedback to get me in the right direction for a solution!! Oh, and I should also mention that at freeways speeds the car tracks straight and requires little steering adjustment.
  8. I've found a backup light off a 46-48 Plymouth that I would like to add to my car. Is there a switch that is activated when the trans is put into reverse OR did they have a aux switch to turn on and off? Thanks!
  9. Tod, I get the same situation with www.forwardlook.net as well. Bummer.
  10. Like using the P15-D24 forums, I also have used the forward look forums for my 58 Belvedere. It was www.forwardlook.com, but that doesn't seem to work. Anyone know anything about this site? Thanks!!
  11. Thanks Gents for the recommendations. I tried Forward Look, but ran into dead ends finding the stuff. I'll try Restoration Specialties and a local glass shop. Cheers!
  12. Anybody have a source for the window "whiskers" for a 58 Belvedere? I'm having a heck of a time finding a source! THANKS!
  13. "Classics By Steve" shop sponsors a cruise-in event at the Kwik Way Drive In every second Saturday of the month. All types of cars welcome so if you have a classic ride and are in the East Bay come join us! The Kwik Way has fantastic food; burgers, rotisserie chicken, ribs, and milk shakes to die for. Search for Kwik Way Drive In on Facebook, or info at this link: http://www.kwikwayoakland.com/index.html Also, check out Steve's shop in Emeryville: http://www.classicsbysteve.com/home.html Lots of fun!
  14. Rodney, I'm very envious!! Have always had a soft spot for Studebaker Hawks - yours is a BEAUTY!! Unfortunately I have met my "toy" limit with SWMBO (She Who Must Be Obeyed) having two Plymouths - a 47 Club Coupe and a 58 Belvedere. Love em' both.
  15. Rodney, Sweet 55!!! Oh, and thanks for sharing the DeSoto pic...love those cars!
  16. Robert, I hear you...it's really annoying when you want to keep original parts on your car and this could be the one to set it off right. But $324.99 to be exact, really? IMHO, the thing with eBay is to be as patient as you can be; know "true" values for what you collect. Good things come to those who wait...I too was searching for an acceptable Head Light knob some time back, and waited, and waited, and waited some more. Eventually I found one; still paid a crazy price of $85.00, but not $324.99!!! And one last thing... I have found that within the Plymouth owners world, there are really good people out there who have done me good deeds either in trade or reasonable pricing to let go of a "spare" part to a fellow Plymouth owner. For me, there is the real value!!
  17. Hopefully someone snaps this one up and gives it a full restoration!!! http://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/carsforsale/chrysler/town_and_country/1426236.html No room in my corral for another car, but if I could...
  18. Bob, use the "Wayback Machine" as a recliner too! Your car can be excellent reinforcement on your road to recovery. My thoughts are with you to quote a line in one of my favorite movies, "Never give up! Never surrender!!"
  19. Thanks Tim, I guess I suffer from a limited imagination. Thought there might be a simple reference list or something, with optional equipment manufacturer names, or numbers or some such info. Too much to ask I guess... I'll just have to imagine harder.
  20. So, are there no other distributor options besides the Autolite that came with the engine or the slant 6 distributor? I'm hearing that the slant 6 distributor requires 12v, and I don't want to change everything from the 6v system that I already have in the car. Any other distributors that work? Looking for as many options possible, and trying to maintain all of the other systems...am I up "you know what creek?" ;->
  21. So, can anyone tell me the model number/brand of distributor that works? Also, was Delco or any other brand of distributor used versus the Autolite that I currently have in my flattie?
  22. P-15 D-24 has been a valuable resource for me in understanding my 47 Special Deluxe. So much information in one place!! Does anyone know of a similar forum for newer Plymouths? I just purchased a 1958 Belvedere with a 318 V8 and auto trans with only 28K miles on it; all original condition!! I would love to find another source of information for my new car... any suggestions? THANKS!
  23. Thanks Rick!! Looks to be many pictures (helpful for a knucklehead like me). Let me know how yours turns out! Thanks, Kirk
  24. I believe my distributor is an Autolite...anyone know if there is an alternate brand? I want to have the Petronics HEI conversion, but they don't do my existing distributor. Any ideas? Anyone have one they would like to sell?
  25. Mine is 6v. The coil is the only thing that has not been replaced. Good idea to go ahead and replace, and keep the current one for a back up, along with a spare condenser, points, rotor, cap, and wires!
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