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My 1966 with new (to me) wheels. I am way happier with this look. The reverse offset filled the fenders perfectly.

Not this clean anymore. This was when it was freshly installed in 2013.

Good to know on the header heat. To be completely honest, my biggest gripe on the headers is ground clearance. And I just think HP manifolds are very nice looking, even though they have their own set of obstacles (changing plugs, cooking valve cover gaskets, and so on).

For sure. I’m not at interested in a flex fan. I can even stand the noise of these electric fans. The kit is pretty high priced. Looks great! But also seems like a restoration part (which my car doesn’t deserve). I’m tempted to try some Hayden clutches for the affordability, but don’t know what...

Carb should be good. Edelbrock 1406 which I initially chose because I read that it’s essentially an electric choke AFB. My friend was extremely careful to not run it lean because of the hypereutectic pistons. Carb has been jetted and checked many times. I have friends that are in love with the...

Certainly worth a shot.

Hmm...aluminum “race housings” for the water pump and thermostat were also installed. So I suppose it’s a matched set?! I never considered your theory though. We were simply trying to rule out water flow as the issue. Still think I’ll try another mechanical fan set up first. Then manifolds...

Thank you so much for your reply and info! -It isn’t an A/C car. Was a stock 2BBL. Now an Edelbrock. I do believe my car still has the rubber strip on the hood. I wrapped my full-tube headers from the get-go. I did buy some HP manifolds recently (I couldn’t find a set in the time I needed years...

Currently has a 160 high-flow thermostat. I was running a 180 for a long time, but after the last attempt to find the issue, changed it. I believe my shroud measures 20”. Does that make it a 19”?

Hello, this is my first post. I’m hoping someone can help! My 66 Newport has a built 383. Flat-top pistons, cam, etc. Shift kit. 3:55 gears. Never could keep this car cool in traffic with the rebuilt motor. Ran the original 4 blade fan for a long time. I did put a 26” radiator in with a...

I’ve owned my 1966 Newport for over 13 years. Long enough for these cars to become rare. I no longer drive it daily, but I did for the first 10 years I owned it. I can’t bare to let this one go. Location: Portland, OR