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Windsor59
Posted 2014-01-14 4:48 PM (#422067 - in reply to #422065)
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Looks very good, really nice 300F.
(and he is honest as you say it is not a genuine conv, above seen how nice it is)

You say (maby) it comes to finland for 5 years ago
I remeber it comes a bad 300F cupe for abouth 10 years ago to Finland.
Michael from stockholm (DeSoto 60) say it, you know him


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Adventurer 60
Posted 2014-01-15 5:00 AM (#422154 - in reply to #346594)
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Location: tailFinland		Well, actually Joakim I have to correct, real F coupe was not bad at all, actually very good but 64 convertible was rusty at the bottom and rockers. It donated all possible conversion parts. He has had several F:s so this not a same F than 10 years ago.

Here is one pic when it was in rotisserie. Tuo can see rockers are cut open and there are reinforcements inside them at this point.
Thouse should be even stiffer than original conv structure, wich is not stiff (I know as a conv owner)

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firedome
Posted 2014-01-15 10:15 AM (#422183 - in reply to #346594)
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Location: NY & VT		Jan Fridberg is right: we should type less on the computer and work on our cars more... now if it would just warm up!

This is the best thread on FL.net.

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LD3 Greg
Posted 2014-01-15 6:03 PM (#422239 - in reply to #422183)
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Posted 2014-02-01 3:24 PM (#425337 - in reply to #346594)
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Chrys 68
Posted 2014-02-07 2:46 PM (#426268 - in reply to #346594)
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Back home in the snow and cold again after a very enjoyable holiday in the U.S.
We met many nice people and visited interesting places but missed even more.

Already longing for the next trip.

The picture shows me and Marilyn an afternoon in Hollywood. Everything is big in the U.S.!

Will try to update the thread with some pictures from the trip (for all Swedes) and what has happened in the workshop when I was away.


Thanks for all the credit about this thread!

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Chrys 68
Posted 2014-02-08 10:24 AM (#426390 - in reply to #346594)
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Here are some pictures from the trip.
You Americans have a great country and when you are a visitor, it is easy to feel welcome everywhere you go.
This time we visited AZ, NV and CA, perfect winter climate for us Nordic residents.
Thanks to all nice car enthusiasts we met on our trip!
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Chrys 68
Posted 2014-02-08 11:22 AM (#426395 - in reply to #346594)
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Fridberg have not been lazy! G is no longer topless, F is almost there, Hernando is in the paintshop.

The latest project, 57 Dodge Custom Royal Convertible, has got a flying start, the frame is already ready for assembly!!
New strong convertible "rockers" is made by Fridberg according to the original appearance.
The body need a new healthy bottom. This car will become something extraordinary!

The other day an old known warrior showed up. (Previously discussed here on the forum)
Obviously to ordinary for U. S. :) it will secure a good future here in Sweden.

We have also taken up a new slave in the workshop as can be seen

Enjoy!

 



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The Chrysler Kid
Posted 2014-02-08 12:12 PM (#426400 - in reply to #346594)
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Posted 2014-02-08 12:54 PM (#426405 - in reply to #346594)
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At least someone is willing to take those ordinary 300's and do something with them.... I heard they're only good for parts cars...
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Chrys 68
Posted 2014-02-08 2:02 PM (#426416 - in reply to #426400)
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The Chrysler Kid - 2014-02-08 6:12 PM

Wow great work! Where do you find all these 300s and convertibles?


It's just about vacuuming America, there are lots of great projects out there that are just waiting to be taken care of.



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Chrys 68
Posted 2014-02-12 3:33 PM (#427009 - in reply to #346594)
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Some bonus pics from our U.S travel. Hope to return again soon!

 

Enjoy!

 



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jimntempe
Posted 2014-02-12 8:36 PM (#427078 - in reply to #346594)
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Posted 2014-02-13 5:13 AM (#427125 - in reply to #346594)
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ToMopar
Posted 2014-02-13 6:34 AM (#427131 - in reply to #346594)
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You visited Gary's place (netparts) as well? I like his 58 Explorer.
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Windsor59
Posted 2014-02-13 7:24 AM (#427137 - in reply to #427131)
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Location: Upplands Väsby, Sweden		Super nice pics from your Road Trip.
I go to the United States in October of the same gang (her brother in law and his dad).
Do a similar road trip to the 2012 state CA, AZ, NV.
October trip starts again in Pomona. Doing the planning for the trip.
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FIN ME
Posted 2014-02-13 8:39 AM (#427145 - in reply to #346594)
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Great photos! It looks like you "wild and crazy guys" had a TON of fun!

Thank you for taking the time to post your pic's!

Gets me in the mood to do some traveling!

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ronbo97
Posted 2014-02-13 11:55 AM (#427171 - in reply to #427145)
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I'd love to find out some information about the pictures you posted.

Who's the older guy looking at the parts book and scratching his head ? I really like that photo.

Where did you see the 56 Desoto convert ? Is that a museum ?

Who is doing the 57 Desoto convert restoration ? The one on the rotisserie in the building ?

 

I recognize the copper brown 57 300C. That's the one from Detroit.

Ron

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Posted 2014-02-13 12:28 PM (#427177 - in reply to #416907)
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Chrys 68 - 2013-12-17 1:01 PM

The work continues! Want to tell you that the 4 door donor car was already beyond saving.
Someone in the U.S. robbed it of its trunk floor and rear wings, and cut apart the whole back end.
 It was waiting for the crusher when we found it.
This operation is a really good deed when the owner Martin actually
 saves a scrapped Michigan Newport Convertible to a new and better life.
Martin is the young guy that owns the gold 300 E Convertible previously pictured in this thread.
Fridberg makes the rough part of sheet metal work, the rest does Martin himself.



Actually, Jan was the first one to talk me into parting out that car a few years ago. Rust took the trunk floor, but a lot of the other parts went to Sweden first. Yes, the rest of the car was solid as you can see, but it had no title. It definitely went to good use. Only the roof and the top of the right tail fin are left if anybody needs them! I've been to Jan's shop and I've met Martin, too. Great guys, great workmanship. They are true enthusiasts. I was happy to be of help with some parts.

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christine-lover
Posted 2014-02-13 1:01 PM (#427183 - in reply to #346594)
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Location: Sept. 1958		Great pics. The red and white 57 Coronet is in Bo Malefor's shop. He's got some awesome cars.
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Chrys 68
Posted 2014-02-13 1:36 PM (#427190 - in reply to #346594)
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Location: Malung, SWEDEN		Thanks for all the appreciation regarding our holiday pictures!
Not hard to shoot when you are away from everyday life!

The gentleman and Moparman are Bob, you'll find him at Netparts,
where he helps Gary to keep order. That company is a gold mine for all of us enthusiasts! Would highly recommend!

The 58 Explorer is sold to Sweden ... The DeSoto conv is for sale in Las Vegas, www.autocollections.com
The Rotisseripic is from copperstateclassiccars.com in Phoenix.
The copperbrown 300C is from Detroit and came to Sweden since it was much discussed here on the forum.

Finally I want to say hello to you Andy, remember we ate "bulle" when we met in Fridbergs garage!
Please say hello to the Burkes on occasion!

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d500dodge59
Posted 2014-02-13 1:57 PM (#427194 - in reply to #427190)
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Hallo magnus guess who found out his username and password after 4 years so now i can write myself nise to se that andy and ron is follow the thread how are you doing with your 59 dodge ron???
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Chrys 68
Posted 2014-02-13 2:15 PM (#427195 - in reply to #346594)
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Location: Malung, SWEDEN		Best news in ages!
Jan F writes himself. Now we need to equip him with a camera too.
One such to have on head from Go Pro is preferable. Perhaps live on the Internet!

Now I am celebrating my retirement!
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d500neil
Posted 2014-02-13 2:59 PM (#427201 - in reply to #346594)
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Location: bishop, ca		Just want to acknowledge Jan Fridberg's FIRST, post, above and welcome him to the madness!

Sad to see cars 'go', but they are going to a good home.

Welcome back; now get to work.



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Posted 2014-02-13 3:02 PM (#427202 - in reply to #346594)
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ronbo97
Posted 2014-02-13 3:03 PM (#427203 - in reply to #427195)
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Chrys 68 - 2014-02-13 2:15 PM Best news in ages! Jan F writes himself. Now we need to equip him with a camera too. One such to have on head from Go Pro is preferable. Perhaps live on the Internet! Now I am celebrating my retirement! :)

Better not give Jan a camera. He'll be too busy taking pictures and not get any work done !!!  :laugh:

Hallå Jan ! The Dodge is still sleeping quietly in my garage.

Ron



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d500dodge59
Posted 2014-02-13 3:41 PM (#427206 - in reply to #427203)
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let us se some pictures ron and as you know i allways look for 2door 59 royal and custom royal parts
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ronbo97
Posted 2014-02-13 4:52 PM (#427212 - in reply to #427206)
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No real changes from what's on my website. Things move slowly around here. :-)

Ron

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d500dodge59
Posted 2014-02-25 4:08 AM (#428879 - in reply to #427212)
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Hallo everybody jan fridberg here i bougth a 57 300 and one of the valvcovers is missing so i need one 300 dimpel valvcover for solid lifters and please dont be worried that it will end up in sweden i will work and take care of it as it was my baby.
So now get back to work on your cars everybody
P.S. i need 59 dodge partscar or builder prefere custom royal or royal 2 door let me se what you have in your barns
i have had a flue last 2 weeks but will be back in my shop this week working on the 57 dodge hopfully magnus will come with his camera and keep you updated
Good luck in your garages everyboudy JAN
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firedome
Posted 2014-02-25 9:49 AM (#428896 - in reply to #346594)
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Location: NY & VT		Halla Jan, and Vallkommen till FL.net!
Many of us here in the us are amazed at your fantastic workmanship on our beloved FL cars, we only wish we could have our cars in your body shop. My Grandfather is from Goteborg, I would love to visit Sverige someday.
Roger Anderson, NY



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Posted 2014-02-25 10:42 AM (#428905 - in reply to #346594)
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Chrys 68
Posted 2014-02-25 4:41 PM (#428958 - in reply to #346594)
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That information came too late .......... !

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Chrys 68
Posted 2014-02-27 2:41 PM (#429195 - in reply to #346594)
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Chrys 68
Posted 2014-02-27 2:44 PM (#429196 - in reply to #346594)
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Jan F took the opportunity to renovate some engines when he is still handicapped by the flu.
Sheet metal job on the Dodge goes at half speed but goes ahead anyway and it gets really good.

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d500neil
Posted 2014-02-27 8:34 PM (#429223 - in reply to #346594)
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Location: bishop, ca		If it is not too late, on that Dodge(?) Hemi engine, Magnus, that paint color (on my confuser, anyway) is very much
too gray in color.

The Dodge engine color is a shiny bright light silver, but not an 'aluminum' shade (too shiny).




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d500dodge59
Posted 2014-02-28 2:25 AM (#429257 - in reply to #429223)
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the coullor on the engine can look like aluminium in the ligths but it is silver
JAN
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d500neil
Posted 2014-02-28 3:20 AM (#429265 - in reply to #346594)
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Location: bishop, ca		Very good!

What is its engine number, and its casting date?...something 25th or 26th?


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Chrys 68
Posted 2014-02-28 1:15 PM (#429297 - in reply to #346594)
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Location: Malung, SWEDEN		Good that you make us pay attention to the color, Neil
I myself think that it will look slightly darker than the color from the color chart, which in turn is the right Dodge engine silver.
We have to mix a new sample and compare properly.
Do you know if there might be different color codes from the factory?
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d500neil
Posted 2014-02-28 4:12 PM (#429326 - in reply to #346594)
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Location: bishop, ca		This probably won't help much, in Sweden, but Krylon High Heat Silver is dead-on for the Chrysler Engine Silver color.

Somebody with more of a Trailer Queen or a fresh restoration can send you their engine pics and/or
paint brands, but here is how Horrie's 'winter'-dirty engine looks; the Silver is light and moderately
shiny, but definitely not as 'bright' as "Aluminum" or "Nearest-Thing-to-Chrome" finishes are.
Also, can't tell from your pic, above, but the exhaust manifolds were installed and painted in the same high-heat
Engine paint.

Here's a shot of engines leaving the paint booth....



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Chrys 68
Posted 2014-03-07 2:03 PM (#430251 - in reply to #346594)
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Here's the update on the Dodge, the floor is now in place and work on replacing rear fender is in progress.

F gets its power seats in place and G is waiting for fitting front fenders.

The engine has a new modified layer with M1824 Metallic, a industrial heavy duty mixture very close to the original color chart
 and reference engine block. We are pleased with the outcome.

Thank you for your attention Neil!
Appreciated!

The work goes on ....

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d500neil
Posted 2014-03-07 3:32 PM (#430261 - in reply to #346594)
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Location: bishop, ca		Magnus, if your Dodge's trunk suffers from "The Heartbreak of LDS" [Limp Deck Syndrome]....where it does not hold
itself in any intermediately-opened position, like it SHOULD....Can you let us know how you fixed it?

I have a theory wherein the vertical trunk supports might not be aligned properly, which might prevent the torsion bars
from exerting enough leverage against those supports in order to keep the trunk raised.

I, even, bought a set of NOS torsion bars, thinking/hoping that maybe the OEM bars might have lost their temper, and/or
might have been too weak, to begin-with, but, those new bars (inserted in the strongest-rearward mounting slots) STILL
made no effective difference in the LDS symptoms.



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d500neil
Posted 2014-03-07 4:02 PM (#430266 - in reply to #346594)
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Location: bishop, ca		Actually, LDS was not an unknown malady, in 1957, as these two Technical Service
Bulletins attest/address...

Unfortunately, these fixes are best able to be done during a pre-painting restoration
protocol, instead of on a post-painted nice-looking trunk.

...Note, on the second TSB, that the cause of the LDS might be due to the :" Hinges Spreading Outward".




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d500neil
Posted 2014-03-07 4:11 PM (#430271 - in reply to #346594)
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Location: bishop, ca		Magnus, you can PM me with this information, but what is the VIN, the P/T image (if I already don't have that!), and the
engine's casting date and its stamping number on your Dodge?


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Posted 2014-03-07 4:33 PM (#430272 - in reply to #346594)
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if you take the other end (not the hinge)were the torsionspring ((bar)goes, It`s the spotwelded u-profil drill it out or cut it ,move it 1/2" forward and weld it back, it put a heavier twist on the torsionbar and then the trunklid stays open,99 times of 100, guess it`s better to do do it before painting ,hope you understand..Arne
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d500dodge59
Posted 2014-03-20 6:17 PM (#432179 - in reply to #430261)
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niel i need pictures of the hemi so i can se all pullys in front of motor it have to be engine witout ac
can you help me with that???
Thanks JAN
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d500neil
Posted 2014-03-20 6:25 PM (#432183 - in reply to #346594)
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Location: bishop, ca		This is the result of collaborative research work with Greg Leggatt; this is his car's execution
of proper chassis detailing.

Everything on the engine block, except the motor mounts and fuel pump (and P/S pump & fan & starter--duh--),
are painted in Chrysler Silver.

No gold-anodization of/on carburetor, either.

This is what your convertible frame/chassis should look like.










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d500neil
Posted 2014-03-20 6:50 PM (#432188 - in reply to #432183)
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Posted 2014-03-21 4:08 PM (#432322 - in reply to #432183)
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d500neil - 2014-03-20 6:25 PM

This is the result of collaborative research work with Greg Leggatt; this is his car's execution
of proper chassis detailing.

Everything on the engine block, except the motor mounts and fuel pump (and P/S pump & fan & starter--duh--),
are painted in Chrysler Silver.

No gold-anodization of/on carburetor, either.

This is what your convertible frame/chassis should look like.












Would the hose connections on the thermostat housing, water pump inlet and heater hoses also have been painted? I learned long, long ago, that painting those surfaces pretty much ensures a coolant leak, regardless of how tight the clamps are. Paint is a great enabler of leak paths.

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Posted 2014-03-21 4:29 PM (#432329 - in reply to #432322)
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Location: bishop, ca		Don't doubt that for a moment, but if you scroll up a-ways, to the engines leaving the paint dryer station, you can see that all
of the thermostat was painted.

As for my engine, that is a replacement thermostat installed, and the coolant is weeping from around the passenger's side
mounting bolt....and, from directly underneath the immediate-underside of the thermostat's 'neck'.

So, yeah, my T-stat is weeping, but, I'd like to find/create a slightly longer upper hose.

Paint, huh?


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ronbo97
Posted 2014-03-21 6:01 PM (#432350 - in reply to #432329)
Subject: Re: Looking for info on a white 300 F Conv from Texas


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If the T-stat housing is weeping, use Permatex RTV to create a better seal.

Ron

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