Doug&Deb
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The latch mounted to the pillar is adjustable. Try moving it and see if it helps.
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Disc brakes need a 2lb valve and drums need 10lb.
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49 plymouth drum brake wheels don't fit disc brakes
Doug&Deb replied to 1949 p17's topic in P15-D24 Forum
I have 15x7 Mopar police wheels on my Coronet. -
I did a front disc conversion on my 52 Coronet. I removed the residual valve from the original mc and plumbed in a 2lb valve for the front and a 10lb valve for the rear. I’ve put about 8000 miles since with no problems. My conversion is the simplest way and by no means the safest way of upgrading the brakes.
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I stopped driving the Coronet to work because of the deer but I’ll keep driving on the weekends till they start salting the roads.
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I used a Scarebird kit on my 52 Coronet. Check the search feature on the forum. There are several threads on the subject.
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A small capsule of lube usually comes with the tune up kit from Bernbaums. Not sure what it is though.
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Radio Delete Plate Application: Is this from a '51-'52 Dodge?
Doug&Deb replied to JerseyHarold's topic in P15-D24 Forum
I have a 52 Coronet and that looks like the right size. Mine has a radio so I’m not sure. -
I was always under the impression that you have to install the engine and trans separately. Unless you have the front clip off you won’t have room.
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New pumps are available with ethanol resistant diaphragm from multiple suppliers. Low pressure electric pumps are available also depending on your preference. Check Rock Auto for a mechanical pump. Just make sure that anything you buy is ethanol resistant.
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The alignment specs are different for radial tires but I’m not sure what changes. Hopefully someone will chime in.
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1950 Plymouth Special Deluxe build thread
Doug&Deb replied to bartenderfloyd's topic in P15-D24 Forum
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I use the port on the intake. Electric wipers on my Coronet.
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I normally would do the same except that I have the M6 trans that is idle sensitive. When I set the timing with the vacuum gauge I had to back off to stop the detonation. I’m probably just overthinking this. It’s a bad habit of mine lol. It’s running good and it ain’t broke so I’ll leave things alone.
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Some days I get those kinds of ads also and I don’t visit porn sites. I think it’s just random. The type of ads changes every day. I’ve learned to ignore them and get to the important stuff on here lol.
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I’ve read several threads where manifold vacuum of 18-20 inches is normal for these flatheads. I’m only able to get 16 inches of vacuum. Timing is correct and dwell is within spec. Idle speed is 475 rpm’s. There are no vacuum leaks that I can find. The car runs fine with no drivability issues. Am I overthinking this or is there anything else I need to check?
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Something is out of whack. I drive to work before the sun is up and I have plenty of illumination. Check adjustment and grounds for sure.
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Do you have a service manual and parts manual for your car? If so there should be a picture that you could hopefully match up to see if you have the original distributor. I got a rebuilt vacuum advance from Kanter.
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I’m thinking the problem is the accelerator pump. The carb was rebuilt and then sat for months. If I had re-soaked the pump plunger it probably would have been fine. Oh well it’s running fine with the old carb lol.
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Thanks, I’ll check it out
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I’m always guilty of trying to fix what doesn’t need fixing lol. I swapped because the old carb has more wear. I ended up putting the old one back on. There is a drip on the newer one so a tear down is in order. The car is running good again so I’m done lol.
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It was running good with the old carb. It bogs all the way up hill and runs better once the load is off. I’m suspecting a vacuum leak. I’ll spray some carb cleaner today to check. I also lowered the float to compensate for ethanol gas. Could I have lowered it too much? It’s a crappy day today so a good day to spend in the garage.
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I have a 52 Coronet with a Stromberg BXVES . I have another carb with less miles on it so I switched them. Under load the car seems to bog especially pulling a hill. I set the mixture with a vacuum gauge but I’m only getting 15-16 inches. I didn’t have this with the old carb so I’m wondering what’s different. Both carbs are rebuilt. Timing is tdc not pinging anymore lol. What am I missing?
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YNZ Wiring and Rhode Island Wiring are the two I’m familiar with. Pricey but good quality. I’m surprised that the trans worked properly with negative ground. It’s hard to understand what previous owners do to these cars.
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I’ll go the o-ring route. I work at a machine shop that does hydraulic repair so I’m sure we have something that fits.
