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    Are OEM HD Police parts worth it?

    I am looking to do some suspension work and such, and originally was going to go all OEM, or as much as possible for my 83 Mirada - HD Torsion Bars, HD Sways, new shocks, the 11.75" Rotor upgrade - and was wondering if sourcing and refurbishing these factory parts was even worth it given that I...
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    What's fun without being expensive?

    I know it sounds like an oxymoron. Looking at swaps, and am not sure what or even if I should do one. 1983 Mirada with gutted interior, less creature comforts like the A/C and am looking for something thats streetable and fun. I don't drag race and hope to be able to corner better than stock...
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    School me on used auto part shopping!

    I have a Mirada with a 2bbl Lean burn 318, and came across this ad. I presume the carb needs a rebuild, but does this look worth inquiring about? 1974 Dodge/Chrysler 318 340/360 4-barrel Intake and Carb | Engine & Engine Parts | Oshawa / Durham Region | Kijiji I am a bit new to buying used...
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    How Low can the J go?

    I am curious how low the J body can go. I have seen the Nascar builds and presume that is a body on tube frame, but am curious how low the conventional cars can get. I notice there is drop spindles for the front, and am curious how low the rear can get. Anyone have pics of their car lowered? At...
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    Selling whole interiors

    So I have decided that after a long winter, and getting my interior prepped to go back in, that I am going to go in a different direction and not reinstall it. I've gone so far as to even obtain new headliner material for it. Now I am faced with what to do with my interior. I suppose the...
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    Mirada Shop Manuals - 1982 vs 1983

    Would a 1982 Mirada Service manual work for someone who has an '83? Or are there too many differences?
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    Hidden/Stealth Head Unit in Mirada

    Hi all, I would like to leave the stock radio in my dash and install an aftermarket head unit that is not visible to people passing by. Anyone tried this? If so, what locations would you suggest? The usual dash and centre console are too small in our cars and I'd rather not chop anything...
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    Pulling a Jbody Headliner - Mirada Headache

    In order to pull my headliner for repair, I have to remove the trim pieces around the roof in my Mirada. All went well until I got the the rear pillars around the back quarter window and rear window. These large panels seem to be hung up on the trim around the small window and am unsure how to...
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    Carpet Underlay/Padding

    So i am looking to replace some of my underlay. The carpet has been washed but the padding still has a bit of funk to it. What do you folks use as replacement? What should I be looking for? Dynamat is too pricey for me, and want to do it on a budget. I've saved my existing underlay as a...
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    Radiator Rotted - Replacements for Mirada

    Going over my Mirada and the lower bit of the radiator is gone... so it looks like a new ones in order. What options do I have? Is it worth buying a new one that is aftermarket? I assume its wise to run new lines too? What are my economy and lower mid options? Stock or better is desired but i...
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    Mirada Speaker Layout?

    Hello, Is there a way to find out where and what size speakers are in my 1983 Mirada? Reason I ask is that I am curious if there are door speakers or just the obvious dash ones. The logical thing is to turn on Radio and check, but my car does not have electrical at the moment. Apologies if this...
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    J Body Wheel Offset

    Hello, I am curious, when looking for wheels for our cars, what offset or backspacing should I be looking for? Mine is an 83 Mirada. Its a 5x4.5" bolt pattern, IIRC. Thanks
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    318 - Intake, 4BBL, Cam - Who regrets the upgrade?

    I have read a few posts online from some folks who made the above small upgrades to their 2BBL 318. While the consensus is that you will gain some power, there has also been some posts concerning a drastic decrease in mileage. A few mentioned wanting to go back. I suppose my question is who out...
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    WTB: Looking for some 5 on 5 wheels

    Hi All, Looking for a set of four 5 on 5 wheels. I live in Ontario, Canada - so somewhere relatively local would be a bonus, but am open to suggestions and possibilities. I have borrowed a photo, though if you have some, you likely know what they are. Thank you
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    Aftermarket Wheels for 1983 Mirada

    Hello all, I am considering new wheels for my Mirada, as new tires are a must. I have seen many photos of Mirada's with factory wheels off of other Chrysler's and Dodge's but not many aftermarket wheels. There are a plethora of beautiful wheels out there, but have a hard time picturing them on...
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    Pulling my 1983 Mirada from Storage - Ew!

    So I have decided the Mirada needs to come out of storage for some TLC. Here's the rub... it's been sitting for about 6 years and was put away a bit hastily when young and dumb. :eusa_wall: While the body and such appears to be sound and rust free, there is likely a list of engine/fuel removal...
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