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  1. Dartndude73

    Cleaning a fuel tank

    For what it's worth. I've used a 50/50 mix of vinegar and water on motorcycle tanks that were rusted like that. After power washing the inside best I could. I would fill the tank. I added a bunch of old nuts and bolts. Let it sit for 4 or 5 days shaking it every time I got a chance. They have...
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    Distributor Pickup test

    Ok I wanted to update this thread. I pulled the distributor first thing I found was the pickup would touch the reluctor with just light pressure against it. Once I broke the connection it was set correctly at .008. I lightly pushed on it again and it stuck to the reluctor again. I took out the...
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    Distributor Pickup test

    Got ya. Thanks
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    Distributor Pickup test

    Thank you for the replies. As usual alot of good advice. I've done a lot of work on this cars electrical system. It was a total trainwreck before I started. Looked like an explosion in a spaghetti factory under the hood and dash. I relocated the battery to the trunk. I had some brand new 2/0...
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    Distributor Pickup test

    Hi, I have a 73 dart 340 with a mopar performance Distributor, msd 6al. I want to test the pickup. Engine won't fire I have done extensive work on the entire ignition system. Tested and retested everything. Looks like the pickup is no good. I have a 73 Chrysler service manual. Basically they...
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    340 carburetor selection advice

    Ok, I found a great deal on a barely used quick fuel 750 with mechanical secondaries. It looks brand new. Not a scratch on it $375.00.
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    340 carburetor selection advice

    Great replies to my post. And again thank all of you for taking the time to help me out! It’s obvious to me that the 750 is the way to go. I’m really looking hard into all your suggestions. I got a lot more solid info than I had expected. The tuning #’s you all shared will be real helpful. While...
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    340 carburetor selection advice

    That definitely got my attention.
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    340 carburetor selection advice

    Thank you all for the replies!! Right now I’m leaning towards the 750 Holley 3310. I have more experience with holley’s and I can pick one up pretty reasonable. The thermoquad I did some research on I have checked out prices and everything Bewy said is on point. Olmanmopar and rumblefish advice...
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    340 carburetor selection advice

    I know there is a ton of information out there. I’ve gone over many many posts, checked out all kinds of info online, talked it over with other car guys and checked with carb manufacturers and so on. So here’s the deal. I’ll try to be as detailed as possible. I have a 73 dart sport. I’ve had the...
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    I'm new

    Hey from Florida, like the yellow.
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    8.25 to 8.75 swap. is it worth the effort and $ on a street 73 dart 340.

    thanks for the imput. kinda what I was figuring.
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    8.25 to 8.75 swap. is it worth the effort and $ on a street 73 dart 340.

    Thanks for the reply. Sorry, Just trying to use "xx" as a reference - "I get your point!" I am used to alot heavier vehicle hence the HP and time numbers. Should have said will not exceed 375 to 400 hp. This deal just came up so haven't had much time to research. Again thanks.
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    8.25 to 8.75 swap. is it worth the effort and $ on a street 73 dart 340.

    Hi, I I'm new to the site and own my first Mopar. Up until now I've had all GM cars. I have the chance to purchase a 8 3/4 posi rear end out of an a body for my car for $1000.00. I bought the car with the original 8 1/4 rear 355 posi gears. I'm not planning to go out of control with the car...
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    new 1st time dodge guy says hi.

    that's awesome you have those pictures. by the way nice bikes. them old Hondas were bad a--. how about you with them groovy glasses looks cool. I had these two bikes can't remember the age probably about the same as you. then I bought a Harley 125. one of the Italian ones with the square tanks...
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    new 1st time dodge guy says hi.

    Dude that's funny. My dad worked as a contractor for sears. I always had the best mini bike they made until I got my first dirt bike. About a year ago I was able to go into my grandfathers old place. I couldn't believe it my 1st and 2nd mini bikes were still hidden in the back of the barn. I was...
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    new 1st time dodge guy says hi.

    nice car! ill bet that was sharp. always liked a car with a white interior. My dad and most of his friends were weekend gear heads. All of them had cool cars. On a good weekend barbeque there was my uncles 70 charger, next door neighbor had a 32 ford with 427 chevy in it, my dads buddy had a...
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    new 1st time dodge guy says hi.

    thanks, me too. gota ask, who had the quicker car?
  19. Dartndude73

    new 1st time dodge guy says hi.

    ok cool. now I see how its installed looks like I have the correct seal. thanks
  20. Dartndude73

    new 1st time dodge guy says hi.

    thanks, I really don't see a lot of them around. any chance I could get a picture of the trunk seal foam. it had been removed but I have a lenth of new that came with the car. not sure if its correct and what sides up. looks short to me but just don't know.
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    new 1st time dodge guy says hi.

    thanks, ill get some pics on soon. thanks, yeah pretty cool car. got lucky with this one.
  22. Dartndude73

    new 1st time dodge guy says hi.

    thanks, ill get some pics on soon.
  23. Dartndude73

    new 1st time dodge guy says hi.

    thanks! yeah for sure. im kinda clueless on mopar stuff. need to get up to speed on whats what. got a bunch of questions. cant wait to get it wrong and get schooled. lol
  24. Dartndude73

    new 1st time dodge guy says hi.

    thanks, ill get some pics soon. car under cover now. i am ready to build my new garage in a couple weeks. cant wait to get started.
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