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I'm a total newb on electrical things. A few weeks ago, the 300 wouldn't start (1969 300, 440 K motor). Didn;t leave anything on or open, just turned the key and got two slow turns and that was it. The battery's about four years old, I haven't driven the car but maybe 5,000 miles since I got...

So I pulled the trigger a couple of weeks ago and pulled the vinyl off my roof. It wasn't pretty. Vinyl covers a multitude of sins. I hope I managed to at least stop the spread with some sanding and primer, but obviously gotta patch the holes. I know about as much about body work as any guy...

Should there be any differential between the front and rear ride height? I have a 69 300 and always noticed a bit of a rake in the car's profile. I remember the revious owner telling me he had planned to make it a low-rider (to each his own...) and may have already begun by lowering the front...

Hello, I'll be the first to admit I only know slightly more than the average bear when it comes to engines and near null on carburetors. Quick backstory: I had a minor engine fire last year that melted some ignition wires and damaged the coil and carb beyond repair. I has the wires and coil...

Greetings everyone. Looking back at my car after I parked it (a rather common occurrence), I noticed just how low the front end it. I'm not scraping speedbumps with it, but I wouldn't mind it sitting a bit higher, especially with 15 inch 235/70s in the near future. The previous owner told me he...

I'm in the process of replacing the rear drums on my '69 Chrysler 300. The only thing I'm stuck on is the horseshoe clip and wave washer for the parking brake lever. It SEEMS pretty straight forward, washer and then the clip, but is there any special procedure or tool I would need to make sure...

Good evening, While spending some quality time underneath my Chrysler today (rear brakes, yay!), I noticed gas leaking from my tank. I've been able to narrow it down to the vent tube where it comes out of the tank. The left hose bends easily whereas the right does not, so I'm wondering if...

I was recently able to locate a hard to find item for my 69 300 by searching for Newport parts (a 300 search always kicks back the new ones, even with the year specified). That noted, I am planning to replace/upgrade the front buckets. They're a little ratty and I wouldn't mind a headrest. Which...

Hello, I have a 1969 Chrysler 300 and am looking for two things mainly. One is front buckets with head rests, preferably white, preferably a pair. Another is heater controls with A/C. I prefer dealing face to face so I can see what I'm getting (so fairly local to me; Carolinas, Southern VA...

Hello, I recently posted a question about putting some slightly wider tires (and ergo, wider rims) on my 1969 300. I'm leaning heavily towards 235/70/15s up front and 255/70/15s on the back, running on seven or eight inch wide rims. I know it may depend on what brand/type I get, but will I need...

I'm thinking about putting some wider tires on my 1969 Chrysler 300. Right now, it's running 225 75's on 15 inch rims. Whitewall looks pretty sharp, but they look like bicycle tires. I did some figuring and looks like 255 60s or 235 70s are pretty close to outer tire diameter to maintain the...

Hello, I'm thinking about doing a little exploratory surgery on the headlight door motor for my 69 300. It keeps spinning after it opens the headlights. I'm also kind of hoping that maybe the old "take it apart and put it back together" repair trick will work. What would I need on hand, besides...

The headlight doors on my Chrysler open when I turn on the light, but do not close when I turn them off; that was an issue when I bought the car 3 months ago. Now, when I turn them on, the doors open completely, but the motor continues to spin and makes this loud fast clacking noise. Confession...

I'm currently considering getting an Edelbrock Pro-Flo model 1002 (the triangular shaped air element) for my 1969 Chrysler 300 (440 VIN - K). It currently has a single-snorkel air cleaner with a hose running from it to the oil breather cap. Can I safely replace that cap with a closed version?

Hello, I have a 1969 Chrysler 300 with a Federal power steering pump. I'm having a tough time finding a reasonably priced replacement. Trying to stay under $25 if at all possible. Thanks

I'm just learning about carburetors, so my knowledge on the subject is limited. To borrow a phrase from Mr. Van Zandt, "I know a little bit". About two months ago, I purchased a 1969 Chrysler 300 with the base (K) 440 and aftermarket Edelbrock 600 CFM Performer 4 barrel (which I've learned is...

Yeah, it's me again. And sorry in advance for my naivette. This is uncharted territory for me. Does anyone have any suggestions for removing old weather stripping from around a windshield without removing the glass (it's a bit beyond my skill set)? My plan is to get the old stripping out and lay...

Greetings, everyone. I'm planning to tackle the leaking windshield on my 1969 300. After soaking it with a garden hose and a solid rain event, I know it is leaking near the top of the windshield, based on water drops on the dash, steering wheel and front seats. I am NOT planning to remove the...

hello again. I had posted an earlier thread about fixing a leaking windshield, but wanted to start a fresh thread since I now know what I'm dealing with. Thanks to all who replied. After talking to some people and reminding myself as to why I bought the car (to work on with my son, not have it...

Hello, I recently bought a 1969 Chrysler 300 Coupe and the seal around the windshield is all but gone, causing it to leak during heavy rains. I have tried to find out if it uses a gasket or ribbon seal and have not had much luck trying to find out via Google or a couple of Facebook groups. I get...