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  1. Catfish-65

    Is it time to replace my Oil Pump

    Hello all, I have a question regarding my oil pump. When I first start my car (65 Polara with a 361ci auto) cold the oil pressure on the gauge is right at 40#s. After it warms up to180 degrees at an idle it drops to about 20#s, when I put it in gear it drops to about 12#Oil is clean and the car...
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    Oil Gauge Question.

    On my 65 Polara 383 I have an idiot light on the dash, that comes from back of block drivers side. A few inches toward the passenger side roughly same location on block is an Allen plug, Can I remove the plug and use a proper oil gauge and line to mount inside below the dash, My guess is yes so...
  3. Catfish-65

    1965 727 Trans kickdown cable

    When the gas peddle is push down should the trans linkage begin to travel back at the same time or should there be a delay before it starts to move, when I kick it down when driving it does not seem to go far enough to engage the passing gear, info would be great,, Dave (Catfish65)
  4. Catfish-65

    Oil flow Question.

    With the valve cover removed and the engine revving approximately 1K.. should the oil flying around or just be a slower drip and flow around the rockers, it does not throw oil out toward the inner fender. Checking to see what would be considered normal,,, Dave (Catfish-65)
  5. Catfish-65

    Power Steering Issue,,

    Hooked up the power steering pump on my recent engine install 383. pump is on engine, after installing I filled with new fluid to bottom of neck (cold) I have the engine running now up off the ground and when running, the pump make the wheels travel to the left side on its ownI can return to...
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    Distributor Replacement Question

    Looking to see if anyone has had experience with Proform 66993 Electronic Conversion Distributor kit,, For 361, 383, 400, etc change from original equipment,, Catfish 65 (Dave)
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    Engine won,t Crank over at key,,,

    Went to start my 65 Polara and had nothing at the key.. Have lots of battery and it will crank over and start when the terminals on the starter ar crossed,, Where would a good place to search for the problem start, Not real familiar with the starting system for Mopars, Appreciate any help...
  8. Catfish-65

    Intake insulation pad,,,

    Anyone know where I can find an isulation pad that goes between the intake and the tappet windage tray on a 383 ???? Catfish65
  9. Catfish-65

    Timing Chain back lash,,,

    How much backlash should there be on a timing chain and sprocket,65 BB mine seems like a fair bit when moved with a bar and socket,,just wondering if it is time for a replacement,,, Dave
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    2 four Barrel Intakes..

    Looking at 2 intakes.. 1/ date code 6 26 69 #2951736 2/ Casting # 3830733 Both are 4 barrel intakes,, will they both fit on a mid 60s 383 and what would be considered a fair purchase price I,m looking at buying both,,, Dave (Catfish) Pic to Follow
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    Removing oil pump on 361 -383

    I have removed all bolts from the pump and removed the filter it turns around freely but will not pull out of block. Am I missing a step.. THX
  12. Catfish-65

    361 CI Motor Opinions

    Have a friend that has a chance to acquire a strong running 361 CI motor and trans,, He,s not real familiar nor am I with this particular engine,, Any input would be welcomed, ie. comparisons to 383,s and 400,s interchangeable parts etc, Have seen the 361ci listed on line with the other big...
  13. Catfish-65

    Wanted 8 3/4 Sure grip in central Florida

    Anyone in the central Florida area have a solid 8 3/4 Sure Grip pumkin, that they are willing to part with, wanted for my 65 Polara,,,Catfish 65
  14. Catfish-65

    361 and 383 1965 Dodge...

    What parts are interchangeable on these two motor,, ie. starters ,, intakes,, exhaust manifold etc. basically anything that will swap Thanks in advance Catfish 65 (Dave)
  15. Catfish-65

    318 Poly Engine 4 Barrel Intake,,

    Looking for a good 4 barrel intake with or without carb,, 1965 Dodge , Plymouth,,, the more complete the better,, I,m presently wintering in Lakeland Florida area so something in that general area would be great.
  16. Catfish-65

    1977 440 into 1965 Dodge Polara

    I have located a strong running 1977 440 engine and trans and would like some input. I would like to replace my 318 poly-727 auto in my 65 Polara Convertible, with some more power. My 318 is a healthy runner, but I want a boost.. Are there any obvious problems or impossibilities that I could...
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    Bellhousing and trannys?,,,65 Polara Vert

    With a 318 Poly engine can I use a for speed tranny in place of the 3 speed tranny on the same bell housing,, also for the peedle set up what is needed to be done, to mount the standard brake peddle to my power brake cylinder??? Any help would be Great,,,
  18. Catfish-65

    383 Install

    Hello People. I would like some input please.I am going to change motors in my 65 Dodge from a 318 Auto to a 383 Auto. also 1965 from the motor back what parts can I keep and use and what parts are 383 specific... Any help would be Great....Catfish-65 (Dave)
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