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1972 Dodge Monaco wagon, my 1st C body Mopar!
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LocuMob
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I keep my feet as low as possible, then use my shoulders like in on the ground, your results did vary! You could always take the seat out first. 
So all this started today because I swapped in the headlight motor from the parts car. I was pleasantly suprised that the doors opened and closed properly, but the clicking that I was experiencing before when using my headlights returned. Spent the afternoon doing my best to wiggle the dash out to install a new headlight switch. Also figured I'd swap in an uncracked bezel while I had things apart. While unplugging switches I noticed that the nonfunctional clock had already been unplugged at a previous time. And I was really suprised to see that it began working when I plugged it in. My question is, should I put any lubricant in the hole on the back that was covered with tape?
Yeah I was able to wiggle my way into position but was kinda stuck trying to flop out. Figured it would just be easier to get the wifeyI keep my feet as low as possible, then use my shoulders like in on the ground, your results did vary! You could always take the seat out first.
No.... do not oil it! And do not remove the tape seal. It’s there to keep dust out.
It’s actually a very good clock and should keep good time. If it’s fast it will slow down after a few times you adjust it. Same if it’s slow.
They fail because the electric vibrating element usually and eventually burns out not through a fault in the movements. I’ve seen them working for more than 50 years.
The chronometer on my Wagon (a spry 45 years old) has the same movement with a different drive and it still keeps better time than my Rolex which is an actual certified chronometer.
73Coupe
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This is the biggest group of '72 Monaco bumpers in one place, besides Murray Park's yard, probably....
bigmoparjeff
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Awesome! 
The '72-'73 Monacos are one of my favorites.
Just a friendly reminder. Be super, super, super careful removing that windshield. They don't make them anymore. Using the piano wire style tool is usually safer than the hook tool.
You may be able to use some of those chrome push-in hole covers to hide the extra holes in the bumper. One of my cars had holes drilled for fog lights, and that's what I did.
Jeff
The '72-'73 Monacos are one of my favorites.Just a friendly reminder. Be super, super, super careful removing that windshield. They don't make them anymore. Using the piano wire style tool is usually safer than the hook tool.
You may be able to use some of those chrome push-in hole covers to hide the extra holes in the bumper. One of my cars had holes drilled for fog lights, and that's what I did.
Jeff
First off I'd like to say thanks so far for the comments, suggestions, and advice you guys have given me. Not only has it been a lot of help, it has kept me motivated, even if most of the stuff I've been doing is pretty menial.
When I took the dash out I noticed this courtesy light was missing, so I reinstalled a bulb. Now that I've got things back together, it has become apparent why the bulb was missing, as the light seems to stay on continuous.
Before I begin searching through schematics, has anyone experienced this issue and resolved it?
When I took the dash out I noticed this courtesy light was missing, so I reinstalled a bulb. Now that I've got things back together, it has become apparent why the bulb was missing, as the light seems to stay on continuous.
bigmoparjeff
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I'm pretty sure that one is on a timer, which has probably failed. The timer looks like a little aluminum can, about 2/3 the size of a turn signal flasher. It's usually taped to the wiring harness, somewhere in the upper left side of the dash, or near the fuse box.
Thanks Jeff, will go look at it now
That was it Jeff! Took a couple minutes to find it...was taped to the harness like you said, but it was hidden directly on top of a cluster of wires. Quickly grabbed one from the blue wagon and sure enough, it went out after a few seconds. Thanks again, you saved me a bunch of time
bigmoparjeff
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5/16
This afternoon I've been finishing up the installation of a passenger floor vent. Stopped for a break and leaned up against a tree to sit and pet the dogs. While observing a couple of my children play across the street on their roller blades, I captured a picture. Thought it looked kinda neat with the angle of the sun and all, figured I'd share it
After spring replacement that is the next thing I change on my A/C cars. I've done it twice, the pieces aren't easy to find in good shape. Never understood why they eliminate that vent
78Brougham
"Chump"
Great work on your car!
I never understood the logic behind manufacturers getting rid of the floor vents. Kinda pisses me off. I always thought they were great on days when the outside temp was just right.
Just saw this one beep on my radar...available in Texas...think 1700.00. It might be officially in the for sale section.
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