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If any of you can, please send a pic of engine looking down at upper hose. I've had the same problem with my '66 Polara 383. It's non-AC, and the the upper hose is on the passenger side (not center like original ones I've seen). It's not the original radiator, was replaced with a 26" Chrysler...

Thanks CBODY67, I had a friend ask me about the core plugs as well. I'm going to hold off on that for now but definitely replacing the pump. Radiator and fan seem fine, but will definitely keep your comments on hand if that changes. Thanks

Yes it was, and I'm definitely putting in a new one. Thanks

I appreciate that! Thanks

I always appreciate reading the informed feedback from this site. Question regarding cooling system maintenance... while replacing coolant, thermostat, water pump and hoses, would you go ahead and remove the water pump housing and replace those gaskets while you're most of the way there? I'm...

Price: $0 Anyone need a new filter? Brand new, never used. Will not ship - if you live near Atlanta and own a car it will fit, we can meet and I'll give it to you. Or, if you're in North Georgia near I-75 I'm headed to Chattanooga July 22nd. Would rather a FCBO member put it to use than deal...

If still available, do you have a spare wheel or jack assembly? Thanks

Appreciate that, and have been feeling a bit uneasy lately after I realized how fast 6 years has passed since I bought it and the small margin of error where I live. Will get this done this month, a cheap form of insurance and peace of mind!

Need to buy tires for my '66 Polara 500 Convertible (383) and would appreciate experienced input. Car runs well, but will need work on interior, top, paint, etc., so just try to drive it when possible to keep everything working until I can take care of that. Current tires are BF Goodrich...

SGVert, great pics. Do you mind passing on info on paints used for various engine bay parts, and any general tips you have. Yours looks great. Photo of mine attached. Red paint a mystery, looks like it's been on there awhile, but I've seen blue underneath where chipping.

Definitely will cbarge, and that's a plausible explanation, as is 68PK21 440.6bbl's. The possibilities are endless in a high production factory back then, or thereafter!

Thanks to all for the info. The 383 engine is red on my 1966. After reading articles that the standard for Mopar big blocks in 60's was turquoise, I thought mine could have been repainted, but doubted that due to the naturally aged look. Davea Lux comments (1/4/19) explain that red blocks were...