Author: SF-66TC

Detailing Engine Mopar Turquoise – Specifically

Ok Gents! Found a crack that went straight across the timing gear so while I have everything apart I might as well detail the engine compartment as much as I can.

’66 Town and Country (67K miles) that came with a 2-bbl 383 that pops converted over to…

Transmission Cooler Lines

Anyone order up replacement Transmission Cooler Lines from Summit?
My pops mangled the front going into the radiator when he rebuilt the motor.
It’s been a couple year project having pulled the motor to change the timing chain. While I was at it decide…

YES, YES, YES!!! Firm Feel Rear Sway Bar

Just installed Firm Feel’s Rear Sway Bar on my 66TC.
I’d say it’s probably the BEST upgrade I’ve done other than installing Front Disc Brakes.

Body Roll is virtually gone, there is no longer that "boat" or "floating" feeling, there…

YES, YES, YES!!! Firm Feel Rear Sway Bar

Just installed Firm Feel’s Rear Sway Bar on my 66TC.
I’d say it’s probably the BEST upgrade I’ve done other than installing Front Disc Brakes.

Body Roll is virtually gone, there is no longer that “boat” or “floating” feeling, there’s no more wheel hops going over speed bumps and at speeds of 80 mph on the highway the car feels solid and steady.

If you decide on upgrading to one of these I’ve got some useful tips to make the install easier and more secure….

YES, YES, YES!!! Firm Feel Rear Sway Bar

’66 C-Body Hood To Cowl Seal & Battery Tray

Looking for a Battery Tray & the Hood to Cowl Weather strip (shown covered with overspray)

Found the Cowl strip at Detroit Muscle & Dante’s, but they don’t look quite the same.
Prices pretty steep, but I guess “it is what it is”

Any input appreciated!

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Cowl Weather strip @ Detroit Muscle $34.95 Free Shipping…

’66 C-Body Hood To Cowl Seal & Battery Tray

Transmission Cooler Lines

Anyone order up replacement Transmission Cooler Lines from Summit?
My pops mangled the front going into the radiator when he rebuilt the motor.
It’s been a couple year project having pulled the motor to change the timing chain. While I was at it decided to detail the motor & entire engine compartment including all accessories.

I got a 383 with 727 – Want to know how well new lines match up.

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Transmission Cooler Lines

Mopar Intake Manifold Insulation

So I decided to opt for the "Intake Manifold Silencer Insulation Kit" from Performance Car Graphics. I don’t know what the original OEM pieces looked like, but in real life what was delivered does NOT resemble the photo.

Big Block Intake Man…