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  1. briwill70

    How to remove rear window trim 65 Dart?

    I have to say that the rear window trim on these cars is not a high point in Mopar design history. Part of the rear window trim was pulling away from the window so I pulled on it and the bottom strip came right off but the rest is on there pretty solid. Are there clips holding it on or just...
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    [WANTED] 65 Dart Candy Cane trim

    Looking mainly for driver's side but would gladly take both if they are decent. Does not have to be perfect. The ones I have are pretty beat up.
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    Headlight switch issue

    My headlight switch stopped working on my 65 Dart. Ordered one from Classic Ind. and it appears to be slightly larger than the original. I tried to insert the switch shaft/knob and it slides in but does not lock in place. Has anyone had this issue? Wrong switch or just a defective one? Is...
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    Change 8.25 rear axle to big bolt pattern

    I've got a 65 Dart that has a post '73 7.25 rear end. I found a 8.25 rear axle from a 72 scamp that has a better rear gear ratio. How hard is it to convert that to the big bolt pattern? Is it hard to find axles?
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    [WANTED] 1965 Dart drivers side fender and passenger trim

    Looking for a good rust/dent free driver's side fender. Non-GT 270 style. Also looking for the passenger side 270 quarter panel side trim. Would also be interested in bucket seats and the candy cane trim pieces for around the grill. They don't have to be perfect.
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    65 Dart leaf springs and ride height

    Going to buy new leaf springs for my 65, Probably from ESPO springs n things. My factory springs are sagging a bit and with passengers the tires rub. Wondering if anyone out there has purchased ESPO springs and are they happy with the ride height. I'm afraid it will sit too high with the...
  7. briwill70

    Best year for a 318 build?

    I'm currently rocking a slant 6 in my Dart but would like to eventually build a 318. I just came across a running 318/904 combo out of a 68 car for cheap. Would this be a good start for a performance build or are other years more desirable? Not going to race it but would like 300ish HP and...
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    [WANTED] 1965 Dart drivers side fender

    Looking for a non-GT driver's side fender. Would love to find a white one but open to any color if it's in good shape.
  9. briwill70

    65 and 66 A-body console and bucket seat differences

    I've got a 65 Dart that currently has a bench seat. I'd like to convert to bucket seats and I also have a 66 console. I found some 65 seats but will they work with the 66 console? From photos the 65 seats don't appear to have room for the 66 console. Are the 65 and 66 seats the same?
  10. briwill70

    Mini starter crapped out already

    Bought a Napa mini starter for my slant about 3 weeks ago after my original starter died. I heard warnings from others that only the Denso starters were reliable. I could not find one so went with a Napa version. ($120) It has probably started without issue 50-60 times. Last night went to...
  11. briwill70

    Dual cable 904 sticking in Park

    I rebuilt my 904 several months ago and it's been working great. Recently (6-7 times) if I put it in park on even the slightest hill, It will shift into park but the parking detent will not disengage. The only way I can get it out of park is to rock the car back and forth while I shift from...
  12. briwill70

    [WANTED] 1965 Dart 270 drivers fender

    Need a good solid 65 Dart fender. 270 non-GT trim. Hope to find a original paint white one to match the rest of my car. Thanks
  13. briwill70

    Rough idle issue

    Trying to diagnose rough idle on new engine. New HEI ignition, tested wires, NGK ZFR5N plugs, Weber 38 adjusted to best lean idle and timing at initial +15 degrees. Also snugged down all intake bolts and does not appear to have any leaks. Runs and accelerates great but stumbles a bit when...
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    Starter died so I had a beer...

    Finally got my newly build slant back on the road. Running/sounding great! Was running errands for a couple hours in 90 degree heat yesterday. Parked at the market and when I returned the car would not start. A little click when turning the key but that's it. I checked cables and I'm sure...
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    Bypass resistor question

    Getting ready to fire up my newly built Slant six and have a question. I built a HEI system using the Mopar HEI dist, GM module and E core style coil. I know people suggest running a jumper or soldering a wire on the resistor to bypass. Is there any reason why I can't just pull the wires...
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    [WANTED] 1965 Dart drivers side fender

    Looking for a non-GT front fender for a Dart 270. Would prefer original white paint to match the rest of my car. Thanks
  17. briwill70

    [WANTED] Flexplate for a 70s slant 6 904

    Need a flex plate for my 73 Slant hopefully in the Oregon/Washington area
  18. briwill70

    Add partial throttle kickdown to my 65 904?

    Getting ready to pull my transmission to add a PTK. I have a 73 904 for parts and pulled the valve body. I think I read somewhere that some of the PTK valve bodies won't fit the early 904s. Is that correct? Hate to pull my transmission and discover that it doesn't fit.
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    Cam Degree help

    I have a Oregon 2106 cam that I'm trying to degree. I have DD's book but does not explain this very well. Is there an easy way to verify that the timing set is accurate? I'm marking when IN/EX valves open and close but can't make sense of the numbers. Measured true TDC and marked on wheel...
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    strange block markings

    Inspecting and cleaning up what I was told was a 51k mile engine out of a 73 Dart. Everything looks to be original (water pump, hoses, head gasket) but found these weird markings on the block. Suspect it may be from a salvage yard. Doubt it is factory. Thoughts?
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    Stock 73 cam or 2106?

    While waiting for the machine shop to even look at my 65 225, I found a 73 engine with 50k original miles for $300. I've got the engine on the stand and looks to be legit. Everything inside looks clean. I already had my 65 cam reground by Oregon Cams to a 2106. Plan to shave the head and bolt...
  22. briwill70

    65/66 trunk filler panel interchangeable?

    Found a 1 piece trunk filler panel from a 66. Wondering if it will fit my 65 trunk. I read there are some differences with the tail lights/trunks so not sure.
  23. briwill70

    [WANTED] 65 Dart trunk trim panel

    Looking for a trunk trim panel for a 65 Dart. The one that goes between the tail lights. Please let me know what you have. Also would love a rust-free trunk lid but those seem hard to come by.
  24. briwill70

    Worth pulling /6 to "freshen up"?

    I'm in the process of installing a super six intake/Weber carb and electronic ignition in my slant. Already have a 2.25 exhaust. Engine ran well and doesn't smoke but was lacking power. I just picked up an engine hoist cheap so considering pulling the engine to replace the timing chain, oil pump...
  25. briwill70

    [WANTED] Slant six distributor for EFI conversion

    Looking for a good solid '75+ distributor to do a HEI conversion. thanks
  26. briwill70

    A904 not downshifting, dark film in bottom of pan

    Recently rebuilt trans and removed the pan to inspect the linkage movement. Car was also not downshifting when throttle is wide open but throttle kickdown is connected and appears to be working. Dark film at the bottom of the pan and I've only driven about 40 miles. Transmission was fried...
  27. briwill70

    904 Linkage seems off?

    Rebuilt my 904 and added a shift kit. The new valve body plunger came with instructions on how to align with the shift mechanism. Everything is back together and the car goes down the road and shifts nicely but a couple of issues. The kickdown linkage is connected but does not downshift when...
  28. briwill70

    Power steering frustration

    Got my 65 Dart running well and driving before the power steering pump blew a hose and started making terrible noises. It's a TRW pump so no chance in finding a replacement. Found a rebuild kit and went through the process which seemed to go ok. Now the pump is quiet but turning the wheels...
  29. briwill70

    Dash power running through Alternator gauge?

    I recently pulled the gauges out of my 65 Dart to clean and paint the bezel. I thought the car had never been messed with but there was some modern, large gauge wires going to the Alternator gauge. One was hot coming from the wire bulkhead in the firewall and the other side went to what...
  30. briwill70

    Blew power steering return hose

    After rebuilding the transmission, brakes and front suspension, I finally got my 65 dart back on the road this weekend. Power steering was working intermittently and fluid was foaming but not making any noises. Was about 15 miles down the road when the steering started to bind up. I pulled...
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