Author: luigi164

RetroSound Radio

Hi,

Is there anybody here ever installed a stereo from RetroSound ?
I’m thinking of getting one for my Newport.
Just curious..

Here’s a link: RetroSound Radios

Idle mixture-gas milage

I’ve read many threads about adjusting carbs, timing etc etc..
Now I have a question about adjusting the idle mixture. I know the further the screws are out the richer, further in is leaner.
Now, does this adjustment also effects the overall gas-milage ?

Luigi

How to restore a (truck) alternator…amazing skills

I can watch this kind of stuff for hours. It’s amazing what these guys can do.

Modern “classic” distributor

While surfing on YouTube, I came across this. Anybody seen this before ? Expensive, yes but how easy can it be ? Adjusting your timing etc, behind the steeringwheel …
https://progressionignition.com/

Torsionbar adjustment..

Does somebody know how many full turns of the adjusterbolts are needed to let us say raise or lower the vehicle 1 inch ?

Backup lights not working..

Checked the bulbs first and they are oké.
Checked if I got power when trans in reverse and ignition on: no power

Mmm, the neutral safety/backup light switch is the next suspect..
I know, true this forum, that the 2 outer pins of the switch are for t…

Big car models….big money too

Came across this on FB : Big Scale Cars

I cannot afford it but I would really like to have a model of my Newport…

And hé, Made In Holland