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Topic: Bush steals play from Obama playbook and decides.... |
ought2
Replies: 20
Views: 384
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Forum: Off-Topic Posted: 7-19-08 10:45 Subject: Re: Bush steals play from Obama playbook and decides.... |
When in England , at a fairly large conference, Colin Powell was asked by the Archbishop of Canterbury if our plans for Iraq were just an example of empire building by George Bush.
He answe ... |
Topic: How to or buy rear seat delete |
ought2
Replies: 3
Views: 170
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-12-08 08:18 Subject: Re: How to or buy rear seat delete |
| It's a pretty straight forward project. I used pieces of cardboard to mock up the base and rear sections. It helped to tape smaller pieces together as I went to make final measurements on the pattern. ... |
Topic: Air filter help |
ought2
Replies: 12
Views: 254
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-11-08 07:23 Subject: Re: Air filter help - and my nutts are green ! |
| Just wondering if Al Gore's are green... |
Topic: Bumpers - Mounting closer to body on '73 |
ought2
Replies: 15
Views: 357
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-11-08 05:33 Subject: Re: Bumpers - Mounting closer to body on '73 |
| I just went through this myself with my '73. Didn't care for the bumper sticking out so far so I bought a new pair of older style brackets from some guy on the forum and was really pleased with the ne ... |
Topic: trunk shot request |
ought2
Replies: 10
Views: 330
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-9-08 12:53 Subject: Re: trunk shot request |
| Talked to my boss in the upholstery shop about achieving this look. Shouldn't be too difficult if you're handy. It would require some upholstery panels (heavy duty card panels as used for door panels) ... |
Topic: trunk shot request |
ought2
Replies: 10
Views: 330
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-8-08 05:31 Subject: Re: trunk shot request |
| I have some bare metal with minor rust pitting. This is the only area I had considered using POR. Seeing as this is a trunk, what's your take on using rattle can self-etching primer followed by a col ... |
Topic: trunk shot request |
ought2
Replies: 10
Views: 330
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-8-08 04:00 Subject: Re: trunk shot request |
| Those are helpful shots. Did you restore the trunk yourself? I'm on the fence about POR 15. I'll probably use it as I bought it and it ain't cheap! Fortunately, my issues aren't with existing rust. I' ... |
Topic: trunk shot request |
ought2
Replies: 10
Views: 330
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-8-08 08:37 Subject: trunk shot request |
| I'm in the process of cleaning, painting and generally sprucing up my trunk. I'm hoping to see a good clear photo of a clean, well-restored trunk (beneath the panels). I'm not a fanatic about original ... |
Topic: 100 KILOMETERS ON 1 LITER OF FUEL ! |
ought2
Replies: 3
Views: 287
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Forum: Off-Topic Posted: 7-7-08 11:12 Subject: Re: 100 KILOMETERS ON 1 LITER OF FUEL ! |
| Just needs a nice set of bottlecaps... Actually it's pretty charming in a funky sort of way. |
Topic: Steering box blues? |
ought2
Replies: 5
Views: 196
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-7-08 08:12 Subject: Re: Steering box blues? |
| Have you contacted the seller for an explanation? Seems to me from what you described, the unit you bought isn't the one that was pictured. If it turns out you got scammed, I'd like to know who to avo ... |
Topic: WTB: misc. trunk pieces |
ought2
Replies: 2
Views: 111
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Forum: Parts Wanted Posted: 7-7-08 07:47 Subject: WTB: misc. trunk pieces |
| Looking for the cone/dish shaped washer that holds the spare tire down. I know that a spare lug nut is the appropriate fastener. I also need the small bracket and wing nut that secures the jack. Still ... |
Topic: plating wiper arms? |
ought2
Replies: 11
Views: 409
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-5-08 01:00 Subject: Re: How about powder coating? |
| If we can get a group thing going, I'm in. |
Topic: Noob who needs a starting point... |
ought2
Replies: 10
Views: 320
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-2-08 02:15 Subject: Re: Noob who needs a starting point... |
| I was where you are a year ago. There's the temptation to jump right into accessories and upgrades. (My first purchase was a Nardy wheel.) But common sense prevailed and I decided to have the car thor ... |
Topic: HP gains? |
ought2
Replies: 8
Views: 310
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-30-08 06:22 Subject: Re: HP gains? |
| Any problems with clearance for the electric fan on an air conditioned car? If not, can you recommend a source for the appropriate model? And no, I haven't checked the forum search because for some re ... |
Topic: Oh I'm gonna be in trouble... |
ought2
Replies: 15
Views: 600
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-28-08 12:11 Subject: Re: Oh I'm gonna be in trouble... |
| Gee, Wally! |
Topic: Got bored put on some 13x8's and 175/50R13 |
ought2
Replies: 14
Views: 476
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-27-08 03:41 Subject: Re: Got bored put on some 13x8's and 175/50R13 (nt) |
| I kinda like this look... |
Topic: Got bored put on some 13x8's and 175/50R13 |
ought2
Replies: 14
Views: 476
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-27-08 03:15 Subject: Re: Got bored put on some 13x8's and 175/50R13 |
| Glad you're joking. At first I thought, "What are you thinking?!!" Sadly, lots of the boy racer crowd seem to like that look. |
Topic: Newbie with a question...your thoughts! |
ought2
Replies: 5
Views: 213
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-27-08 03:12 Subject: Re: Newbie with a question...your thoughts! |
| I followed this debate closely a few months ago because I had a chance to pick up a 12 year old NOS ANSA system. I can't complain about the quality. It's rugged and the welds are neat. Because of all ... |
Topic: Newbie with a question...your thoughts! |
ought2
Replies: 5
Views: 213
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-27-08 01:48 Subject: Re: Newbie with a question...your thoughts! |
| Don't know about the TEP system, but I run the stock resonator with the Ansa rear dual tip (center outlet). It's an older unit and gives a subdued mellow exhaust note. I've heard some nasty, raspy Ans ... |
Topic: 71 Bumper in great condition + wheels and other parts+PICS |
ought2
Replies: 7
Views: 402
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 6-27-08 04:51 Subject: Re: 71 Bumper in great condition + wheels and other parts |
| Please resend. I didn't receive it. |
Topic: Suggestions on Catch can |
ought2
Replies: 10
Views: 333
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-26-08 08:12 Subject: Re: Suggestions on Catch can |
| Do a search on this forum. "Catch cans" was a pretty lively topic several months ago. Also, if you search google for catch can DIY you'll find some interesting homemade alternatives including one made ... |
Topic: What Say You, Wise Ones??? |
ought2
Replies: 17
Views: 793
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Forum: Parts Wanted Posted: 6-25-08 06:34 Subject: Re: His new check is in the mail. (nt) |
| But are they as effective...? (Just kidding!) Glad to see the problem is resolved. |
Topic: HELLA /OPTILUX VINTAGE REAR FOG LIGHT *SOLD* |
ought2
Replies: 8
Views: 286
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 6-24-08 07:35 Subject: Re: HELLA /OPTILUX VINTAGE REAR FOG LIGHT *SOLD* |
| I felt the same way. In this auction I was the ONLY bidder though. Picked it up for $9.99 plus shipping ($58)!! I figured I'd have to wait months to get it but it took only 2 weeks. |
Topic: HELLA /OPTILUX VINTAGE REAR FOG LIGHT *SOLD* |
ought2
Replies: 8
Views: 286
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 6-24-08 07:16 Subject: Re: HELLA /OPTILUX VINTAGE REAR FOG LIGHT *SOLD* |
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=004&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWN%3AIT&viewitem=&item=140234922328&rd=1
Picked up this NOS rectangular Hella a couple of weeks ago. You might wa ... |
Topic: trunk well covers |
ought2
Replies: 10
Views: 250
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-24-08 07:11 Subject: Re: trunk well covers |
| Washer? I don't have that either. All I have is a threaded rod in the tire well and a threaded rod for the jack. Does anyone have a photo of what it should look like? Someone has also stated that the ... |
Topic: trunk well covers |
ought2
Replies: 10
Views: 250
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-24-08 12:38 Subject: Re: I don't believe you. |
| Absolutely! That's where I keep my lobstah bait!! |
Topic: trunk well covers |
ought2
Replies: 10
Views: 250
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-24-08 12:29 Subject: Re: trunk well covers |
| I'm redoing my trunk starting with removing the roofing tar or driveway sealer a PO applied to all of the metal. I've test stapled using 1/4" staples some luan covered with vinyl and had the staple po ... |
Topic: bumper question (sort of) |
ought2
Replies: 2
Views: 141
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-24-08 11:11 Subject: bumper question (sort of) |
| Does anyone have a good solution for filling the front bumper wing support holes? I don't want to fill them permanently in case a future owner wants to bring the car back to original. TIA |
Topic: Hamad, you've got mail! (nt) |
ought2
Replies: 0
Views: 48
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-24-08 11:01 Subject: Hamad, you've got mail! (nt) |
| (nt) |
Topic: 1-800 Support Number? |
ought2
Replies: 4
Views: 245
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-24-08 10:47 Subject: Re: 1-800 Support Number? |
| I'm no doctor, but it sounds like stage 4 of the car disease. You deserve your wife's sympathy... |
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