Got the new brake lines ran and installed an adjustable proportioning valve, twice. I bought one on ebay after a couple tries to get the right fittings I found the holes are drilled to deep. Threw it away and bought one from Jegs which came...
older fella in charlotte,ncgot a 1974 f100 with rebuilt '71 302 with 2 barrel carb and electronic ignition, currently working on electrical issues with an additional list of "to dos". enjoying working on something i understand
Agreed. The original that I pulled was already gone or I'd have included it in the pictures. When I get the other pulled if I remember I'll get a picture of it in here for posterity. There isn't a huge difference in the feel of the rubber seal...
The Dennis Carpenter seals arrived today. I won't have time to deal with them before going out of town tomorrow, but by the time I get back the Fairchild seal on the passenger side will have been in place for about 3 weeks and I'll know what I'm...
Thanks for your reply. Yeah, the Fairchild brand seemed highly regarded, but... 🤷🏻♂️I had not thought of eBay for this. I've found interior trim pieces and hardware and other niche items but didn't think of trying to track down OEM that way...
Hmmm, I have found going with the cheapest brand from Rock Auto not the way to go. Doors should close nice and not requiring any force. I would try to find stock OEM weatherstripping. eBay is a good place to find NOS parts.
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Got a NOS cigarette knob and element from my local Ford Dealership to replace the missing one. I don't smoke, but it has been bugging me that it was missing, lol!