Author: DasBoot
Need new ignition switch, sources?
Hey folks,
71 New Yorker needs a new ignition switch (the one on the column activated by the little steel rod).
Having one hell of a time finding it even online. Can you guys share where you found yours? Or does anyone have a spare, working original f…
Front shock install/removal
Hey folks,
Since I couldn’t find a decent set of visual instructions on compressing the front shocks for install/removal, I’ll show how I did mine this weekend.
Need: Bailing wire
Here is the setup I created to hold the front shock in place.
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Note the simple hoop at the top. This has to be small enough to fit a pair of dykes into the shock tower hole so don’t make it several…
1971 Chrysler New Yorker
Hey folks,
I’m at the point where I need to sell this gal. I have nothing but the utmost respect for this forum and the monumental task we all have of restoring these cars. There is simply no aftermarket support so we all rely on each other which has been a true highlight of my Mopar career.
That said, I’m planning on posting the car to craigslist but wanted to offer the car to the forum first. I will offer a FCBO price of $3800 or best offer since I have received a ton of help and…
Need tilt/telescope ignition switch
Hey folks,
Im looking for a working ignition switch used on the tilt/telescope steering column. Should look like this:
https://i.imgur.com/hBvJxA8l.jpg
Need new ignition switch, sources?
Hey folks,
71 New Yorker needs a new ignition switch (the one on the column activated by the little steel rod).
Having one hell of a time finding it even online. Can you guys share where you found yours? Or does anyone have a spare, working original f…
Emissions tuna can under fender
Hey folks,
Anyone know what the tuna can lookin deal is up under the passenger front fender on a 71 Yorker? It has 2 very tiny vacuum hoses on it.
Is it a primitive charcoal canister? I’m very familiar with the A-body type cans and know they help prevent the garage from filling up with gas vapor when parked overnight. The good news is, this car is too big for my garage so it parks outside.
The vacuum hoses running to it are cracked and likely causing idle/drive issues and would rather…
Front shock install/removal
Hey folks,
Since I couldn’t find a decent set of visual instructions on compressing the front shocks for install/removal, I’ll show how I did mine this weekend.
Need: Bailing wire
Here is the setup I created to hold the front shock in place.
Imgur: The most awesome images on the Internet
Note the simple hoop at the top. This has to be small enough to fit a pair of dykes into the shock tower hole so don’t make it several…