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  1. Mars
    WTF indeed. I'm not too familiar with the oil cooler you are using on your car but you already know that different coolers come with different pressure ratings. Some are equipped with an integral thermostatic oil control valve (ie; oil coolers which have a screw of some sort directly into them) and some have ports that are clearly labeled “IN” and “OUT”, indicating the direction that oil must flow through the cooler. If these lines were mixed up on this type of oil cooler that would definitely cause it to burst immediately upon engine start-up. But, you mentioned the car was running for 600+ miles this way. The only other thing I can think of would be some sort of debris in the lines which caused a pressure backup and 'pop'? This is a good one. Have to give it some more thought...
  2. Mars
    I should have a standard 72/73 style 3 spoker if you want it. You'll have to cover shipping though. I'm in PA.
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    nope. not nuts. just creative and resourceful. this is merely customization. some like it, some don't. do what makes ya happy. post pics.
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    I've seen some pics where the buckets themselves are different. One was 'taller' than the other. Now, the $64k question, can you just put a regular headlamp or full H4 headlamp into one of these euro buckets?? It looks to me like they ARE the headlight and it comes apart in pieces to house the actual euro lighting system. I want to know if I can just take an H4 complete headlamp and just throw it in there. Thanks guys. Messin' with euro buckets/lights is something I've just never done before.
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    Shazaam!! Teamsr, that car is hot. These wheels are slowly becoming my favorites now...
  6. Mars
    cool. wasn't sure as I know there are actually a couple different sizes. Now I need to find out which ones it is. Do you know what size/how deep yours are?
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    Will euro buckets fit on a 68 2002 with deep grilles?? TIA
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    Esty, Check the obvious first. Fuses Battery connections Connections to starter Connections to coil Then we can start looking at the switch. It's possible that it could be the lock cylinder but my money is on the switch itself. Does the key turn over all the way? If the key will turn in it's full range of motion then the lock is probably fine and it's probably the switch not turning fully on the backside of the lock. Assuming it is the switch - For removing the switch just remove the underdash panels and get your head under the dashboard. Use a flashlight and you'll see two flat head screws (usually painted with blue or yellow paint sometimes from factory). Remove the screws and the switch will come right off. Switches are pretty cheap to replace if you buy new but you most likely have a spare laying around as I know you stock a few parts..... If it turns out to be the lock cylinder holler back and I can help you with that too...
  9. Mars
    puro sexo.... what year is this? and also, your attention to detail is flawless and the work is impeccable. Surprised to see you did not weld up the fender top seam....
  10. Mars
    I will be at V@V but not part of any early morning caravans. I won't be leaving until late afternoon/early evening. See y'all there, though.
  11. Mars
    that was awesome dude. thanks for sharing. racing should be fun, competitive second.
  12. Mars
    See? everyone thinks it looks tricked out the way you have it. Black primer = not good enough though. It will wear and fade with washes and the elements. black epoxy primer, however, will go on even (no blotches like you have) and will hold up like any normal paint job. It will be cheap to paint that way and it will hold up fine to the elements while helping to seal your metal. I might steal your idea (especially the wheels) on my next 'project'....
  13. Mars
    Steve, If you are just using the 02 cluster than a signal off of the coil will work just fine.
  14. Mars
    Awesome. Wheels are badass and have old skool flavor to them. 100 points awarded. Paint? Don't bother. I like the way it looks as it is. Leave the flares in gloss black and paint the rest of the car in epoxy black primer. Or, if you are inclined you could paint the car in primer black as I mentioned but then clear the sides of the hood, top of doors and side of the rear trunk to set it off or maybe do a clear gloss and/or carbon fibre hood. Makes for a mean track look.
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    Give it up CJ and Paul Wegweiser! Show us your brights and tell us where we can get them!
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    Little bit of a mid to late 80's euro flavor with the blacked out trim you got going on there. Works nicely. I would do the belt line trim in black to be honest. I think it would look even better and you could leave the bumpers chrome although everything would look good in black. thumbs up.
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    Your original owner's manual has a diagram. If you don't have the manual with the car a Haynes book has it towards the back. There are some images/copies online but I can't think of a link to send you at this moment. I'm sure others will chime in.
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    crazy stuff. I had not heard about it but glad to hear you are alright. freakish weather since the turn of the century. excessive hurricanes, tornadoes, tsunamis and flooding all over the world and in parts where this kind of activity is not typical. Shifting of the Axis? Global warming? Government messing with HAARP? Stay safe all.
  19. Mars
    Well, typically your engine number is the same as the car's VIN. If your block says 278... that IS a valid 74 Tii vin number. As long as the body matches that same number you just provided it is indeed a US spec 74Tii. Nice car and rare-ish color. Looks to be in great shape. $10-$12k definitely worth it if all of the mechanicals check out and there is really no rust. You would spend double that to restore a lesser one. Trust me. A few of us on here have done it several times over so we know what we are talking about. I did a 72Tii back just after 2000 and I spent more back then and the price of parts was CHEAP compared to now! Good luck. Just do your research like you have been doing, test it out and check out the body really well. If you buy it the rest can be sorted out here with your new friends
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    Mike, Good info. Thanks. Sounds like Bluedevil has what I am looking for. It is indeed grey. I don't know how to PM you here but if you can just email me that would be great. Let me know what you want for them. Mars mars_mann@hotmail.com
  21. Mars
    There are several options. Some folks just take a long hose and point it down out out past the tranny to let the breather vent out underneath the car. I find that is messy, though. Some just put a small filter like I did on my white 70 (first pic below). Others have redirected it into a can or even a washer bottle reservoir! Some are even more clever/clean by redirecting it into a Turbo canister. You can get as creative as you like.
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    Anyone know what the part number is for the rubber spacer ring? ETK does not show this for the US spec headlights. This part exists between the headlamp chrome-ish trim ring and the grille. So, you would have: Headlamp > Headlamp chrome trim ring surround > "Rubber filler/spacer" > grille I tried to show it in a pic of where it would be. If anyone knows I would appreciate it. It doesn't show up in the full parts catalog either. Note: Pic shown is NOT my car, just using it for demo purposes so hopefully the owner doesn't mind
  23. Mars
    Dig the wide angle pic of the group. Still love that red car on the far left... ;P Mike Pugh looks cold(?) meanwhile Humberto is wearing shorts!
  24. Mars
    You'll have to remove the door panel. Once that is off peel back the acella film (if it's still there). On the outer edge there should be a phillips screw - undo that. On the inner handle inside the door skin (through from the inside) there should be a 10mm bolt. Grab a 10mm socket and extension and undo that. Whala! Door handle comes out. Then you can remove the lock cylinder for your locksmith to service tumblers, etc.
  25. Mars
    Thanks Bill.
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