1970 Fury I stripper!
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Triple Pickle
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I’d go along with that, but one new wheel cylinder with no rust? The master cylinder is original and is about as bad as they get. It ain’t pumped any fluid in a long time. The internals of the engine look like they came out of the back up generator for the Edmond Fitzgerald.
You have to remove the shoes to get the wheel cylinder off. So he would have known. Tires that were installed in 1983 that
still have “tits”… this wheel cylinder was put on long after the tires. The time lines just don’t match up with a lot of stuff on this car. Most things look like a well cared for 20k mile car,
like the interior ,keep it immaculate. But the engine? F*ck it, pour a pot of soup beans in the crankcase! Those are just two of the odd things about it. I’ve got a laundry list of other head scratching things defy logical explanation on this thing!
Triple Pickle
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New video!
PH27L7
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Just watched your video...damn good! Can relate to that in multiple ways...my dad was a WW2 vet, smoked Pall Mall non-filters & owned 3 new Furys: 66, 68, & 73. He's long gone now but the memories remain!
73Coupe
Senior Member
A cheap ****.
Triple Pickle
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I think the new wheel cylinder was installed long after the engine had locked up and towards the end of its 35 year hibernation. It could have been an attempt to get some kind brakes on the car not for driving, but for the purpose of being able to at least stop the car while pushing it around. They probably gave up after realizing the entire brake system had returned to dust.
Triple Pickle
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You old guys can probably smell this picture.
Triple Pickle
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Put some new shoes on today. Waiting on a few rubber lines and seals to finish the job.
The_Eagles’_Nest
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I have a good rebuildable engine if you are interested. It’s disassembled, but it is in good shape. Has a head, rods, pistons and a crank that go with it. PM me if you want it. I would love to see it go to a good home.
Triple Pickle
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Got lines and seals in today. I’ll be making my own brake lines out of this stuff. It’s a little pricey but man is it easy to work with and I’ll never have to worry about it rusting out.
Still waiting on the master cylinder.
One thing is for sure, ya better have deep pockets if you plan on fixing up an old car. This brake system is going to end up being 4-500 bucks and I didn’t even need drums. It adds up quickly!
Still waiting on the master cylinder.
One thing is for sure, ya better have deep pockets if you plan on fixing up an old car. This brake system is going to end up being 4-500 bucks and I didn’t even need drums. It adds up quickly!
rags
Senior Member
quaker state oil.
Triple Pickle
Senior Member
Here’s what the MC cap looked like. I figured I’d mess with it a little. I soaked it in vinegar to remove the rust. Then I put a gazilion coats of silver wheel paint on it, followed with a dusting of metallic gold. Looks like ****. Lol
Triple Pickle
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More like McDonald’s biscuits and gravy!
Triple Pickle
Senior Member
Gotta have brakes! I always make the brakes my first priority on these old car projects. I hate working on them only slightly less than having a system that doesn’t function at 100%.
I will be driving this car on the interstate, country roads, on city streets and the occasional cow pasture. They have to be the best that they can be!
I will be driving this car on the interstate, country roads, on city streets and the occasional cow pasture. They have to be the best that they can be!
73Coupe
Senior Member
Interesting. Where did you get that coil at? I was considering stainless for my car but It's a biotch to work with....and expensive. I like the idea of a more malleable product as long as it's safe to use. The Ni-Copp probably forms a better flare seal too. Do you still need a tubing bender with this stuff?
Triple Pickle
Senior Member
It’s available at most parts stores. I got this at advance. No tubing bender needed with this stuff. Try it! You won’t go back.
cuda hunter said:
I hope the original numbers block is worthy of saving.
I know, it's just a slanty, but it would still be great to keep the original!
Does the motor have the correct vin stamp on it that match's the car?
It’s not on the deck, if that’s where it should be.
Look for a machined boss behind where the coil mounts.
The /6 is one tough motor. My money is on saving the one you have.
Omni
I hope the original numbers block is worthy of saving.
I know, it's just a slanty, but it would still be great to keep the original!
Does the motor have the correct vin stamp on it that match's the car?
It’s not on the deck, if that’s where it should be.
Look for a machined boss behind where the coil mounts.
The /6 is one tough motor. My money is on saving the one you have.
Omni
I'm no slanty expert as I have only had one so far.
from what I understand I have read that a 69 will have a vin stamp on the passengers side oil rail, where as a 70 and up I believe the VIN is stamped into the head gasket deck on a data plate. It is on the low side of the deck surface below plug #6.
from what I understand I have read that a 69 will have a vin stamp on the passengers side oil rail, where as a 70 and up I believe the VIN is stamped into the head gasket deck on a data plate. It is on the low side of the deck surface below plug #6.
barnfind
Old Man with a Hat
Im grabbing a roll to have on hand, it has many good reviews. thanks triple
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65sporty
Old Man with a Hat
Looks like it was severely overheated, torn down part way and left to sit. Interesting car
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