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    65 New Yorker, first project car

    Very nice.
  2. J

    65 New Yorker, first project car

    Drums work fine, just not as fine as disc, but just fine none the less. Check the new or just machined used drums with a dial indicator before they are installed. That's the source of most of the dissatisfaction associated with otherwise good drum systems. Close to round isn't close enough...
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    65 New Yorker, first project car

    You mentioned the cost of repair and maintenance. It will need a lot of parts, now and later. Explore the RockAuto web site and get familiar with how the site works and their combined shipping and wholesale closeout offerings. A decent complete set of good basic tools will save a lot of...
  4. J

    Any opinions on Liquid Tape?

    1/8 inch or 1/4-inch Fine Line tape, from the local auto paint supply store. It's a very pliable plastic tape and will follow the curve for you. Tape one side, then the other. Then pinch them together.
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    Restoration parts companies rant! Van's & Mr Moparts

    The items I bought from Vans through eBay were shipped out the same day. Their gas tanks have been running 60% to 75% of other suppliers for the same tanks. Everything has been in stock, no drop shipments yet, that would be fine too. All things considered, I'm thrilled with the parts and service...
  6. J

    Rectangular Steering Wheel?

    Yep, that's my 64 New Yorker tilt column p/s steering wheel. The top horn ring obstructs dash vision. Very nice otherwise.
  7. J

    Rectangular Steering Wheel?

    Dads 64 Newport had a triangle circle, inverted V two spoke, flat spot rim on bottom, with single horn ring around bottom. Solid rim all the way around, no little chrome rings around the 1-inch diameter rim of the wheel. My 64 New Yorker has a round, horizontal two spoke wheel with top and...
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