Author: thethee

Speed servo measurement please

Been working on getting my speed control back up and running and I have found the issue with my servo unit. The vacuum inlet on this is actually a press in fit. Unfortunately, at one point mine came out of the housing. As there isn’t a clear depth indi…

Ball joints grease

Last weekend I got around to installing the new front shocks on my ’75 Imperial (which was easier than I thought) so the front is on jack stands with both wheels removed. Got a good look at the ball joints and steering linkage and noticed all the greas…

Wetsand, cut, and buff – how to?

Recently I painted my 1975 Imperial myself. It was the first time I did something like that so while I’m super happy with the results, the finish could be better. There’s bugs, dust, overspray, and orange peel. It was recommended to me that with wetsan…

I painted my first car today!

It’s just primer for now, but I’m really pleased! I mean it when I say I’m not a body man so it took some time to get here (and will take plenty more time). Can’t wait to get final colour…

Windshield sealant

The vinyl top on my 75 Imperial was in bad shape and looked like some rust bubbling underneath. Luckily, metal is in good shape, no holes! Getting all the remaining bits of vinyl off however proved difficult, mainly around the windshield. I ended up pu…

’75 Imperial windshield trim clips

Been working to fix up the roof on my 1975 Imperial and pealed off the vinyl that was on there. Had to remove the windshield trim obviously but the trim clips have pretty much disintegrated.

If anyone has s…

Power steering shaft seal

Okay just one more for now

Among other things, my power steering pump is leaking badly. I replaced the large O ring on the reservoir, hoping that would be enough, but unfortunately the shaft seal is shot as well. I’m stumped as to how to change it, th…