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    Over sized Tire 1980 Mirada

    If you don't plan on a host of other upgrades I would run 235-60-15 on all four corners. Now you can rotate the tires. You'll need a different axle and some motor upgrades to spin those tires.
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    383/400 swap?

    Motor mounts and exhaust are your biggest hurdles. The mounts are sold by Schumacher Creative Services at Engine swap solutions for your classic Dodge, Chrysler, Plymouth. Just follow the instructions as the K needs slight modifications. They sell headers too, but they're puny if max power is...
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    Random Pics

    Some garage news. A number of years ago I found a set of stainless A/F/J/M headers on eBay for $120. 1 3/4" or 1 7/8" primary tubes, can't remember, but it's bigger than the standard 1 5/8". Then Dad moved, built a barn and retired. Things are settled down now and projects are moving...
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    2024 Project Log - Let There Be Traction

    Got the 1.25" FF front sway bar installed last night. Changing out the power steering pump at the same time I thought was empty made a computer fuck'n mess under the car. Go figure. Some side-by-side shots of the old AHB front sway and the FF bar.
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    Random Pics

    I'm a cheeky asshole, what can I say?
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    Speedometer gears

    Old style housing works in the later OD transmissions too. I did this when I swapped in a 500 and transferred that to the 518 later. Pulled it out of a first gen Dakota without cruise control and took the speedometer cable as it was long enough to reach.
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    727 swap

    If you want to swap in a 500/518 I've got a driveshaft that is cut to fit you can have. :-)
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    Well This Sucks!!

    I torched mine out and used hardware store grade 8 bolts with nylon lock nuts to replace it. If you want better bolts than that stop by your local CAT dealer. Yes, it is a sphincter puckering experience. One slight twitch and the K can be damaged. I did have the K removed from the car when I...
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    Random Pics

    Mexico got a lot of cool shit we didn't. 90's era Ram Chargers for starters.
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    Rear shock cross member

    Thanks guys. I am NOT looking forward to having to replace that. It's not making any noise....yet. I just discovered it installing a different set of shocks over the weekend. Suppose I'll run it for right now and see how it fares. This will be a next winter project.
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    Rear shock cross member

    Is the rear shock cross member on other cars only tacked to the frame rails? I can't believe it. The damn thing just flaps in the breeze. At first I though the welds to the floor broke, but it doesn't appear to have been assembled that way.
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    2024 Project Log - Let There Be Traction

    Going to be a light year budget wise. I've got other projects that have been waiting patiently for some TLC. The 5A is getting: - Cal Track rear suspension - Viking 16 way adjustable rear shocks - Front 1.25" sway bar - New power steering pump Most of the way finished after almost 12 hours...
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    Random Pics

    Well, that's one way to fix those nonexistent header panels.
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    Dual Exhaust or Big Single

    Completely depends on the intended usage. Personally I like duals out to the bumper, but as said the tanks needs moving over a strap. This was easy on the earlier model cars, but the newer like yours is a pain in the ass. The tank has a hump in the center for the vent and that fits in a...
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    1988 fifth ave rims help ?

    4.0" for 7" rims and 4.5" for 8" rims.....I think! Don't quote me on this. It's been a long time. Someone on here should be able to chime in and confirm.
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