Project '71 Gold Duster
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I like KYBs
one of the few things that is actually a bit better than the price indicates it should be
made by a company that builds suspension/shocks for dumper tucks and jumbo jets
solid and dependable I think is the term i'm looking for. not necessarily refined but pretty damn good
Dave
one of the few things that is actually a bit better than the price indicates it should be
made by a company that builds suspension/shocks for dumper tucks and jumbo jets
solid and dependable I think is the term i'm looking for. not necessarily refined but pretty damn good
Dave
The Greater Knapweed near the Mugwort by the Buckthorn tree is dying
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I've just fitted KYB's on the Dodge. Yet to sample the ride though.
The last couple of cars i've had, i've fitted Monroe air shocks. Very handy if you're carrying a few people.
They've always made a massive difference to the rear of the car. Especially on my big Buick. Made it feel like a new car, and gave it much more stability when fully loaded. Plus you can get the ride height how you want it.
The last couple of cars i've had, i've fitted Monroe air shocks. Very handy if you're carrying a few people.
They've always made a massive difference to the rear of the car. Especially on my big Buick. Made it feel like a new car, and gave it much more stability when fully loaded. Plus you can get the ride height how you want it.
"If its a job no man can survive, he's the man for the job"
KYBs get a from me.
Made the front feel a bit firmer compared to the battered originals. Doing all the ball joints helped too!!
Made the front feel a bit firmer compared to the battered originals. Doing all the ball joints helped too!!
Dave Tildesley.....MMA-081
72 Dodge Dart
73 Plymouth Duster - SOLD
I wanna go so FAST i think i'm going to DIE!..........Then i'll shift into second!
"My Car is a work in progress, Probably never gonna get finished, never gonna have the money to Bananarama!!"
72 Dodge Dart
73 Plymouth Duster - SOLD
I wanna go so FAST i think i'm going to DIE!..........Then i'll shift into second!
"My Car is a work in progress, Probably never gonna get finished, never gonna have the money to Bananarama!!"
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Dave Billadeau did all the bushes on mine just before the NEC show with all new Moog bits throughout. Very worth while. Sharpened it up quite a bit.Dave81 wrote:KYBs get a from me.
Made the front feel a bit firmer compared to the battered originals. Doing all the ball joints helped too!!
Still a bit boat like to drive - but now more dinghy than paddle steamer.
It all moves it in the right direction I guess!
-Jon.
Put the new/old wheel on today, a lot of swearing and a bumped head but got there in the end. The grant one looks ok, but i prefer the classic stock look.
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Hopefully will have the front bench done tomorrow, but gave the car a really good wash and wax/polish earlier today. Took the best part of 5 hours, but came out really good, probably saved a few quid compared to the local detailers.
Had a small problem with the tires though, not sure if anyone else has had this problem. In the last few months, the rubber sidewall around the lettering has become lighter, scrubbed and washed and even used AutoGlym and Meguiars tires cleaner and its still discolored slightly. Kinda takes away from the look a little bit.
Had a small problem with the tires though, not sure if anyone else has had this problem. In the last few months, the rubber sidewall around the lettering has become lighter, scrubbed and washed and even used AutoGlym and Meguiars tires cleaner and its still discolored slightly. Kinda takes away from the look a little bit.
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Over here we have bleach white works great, but you might consider bleach if you cant get this tuff,be careful.
One of these days I will have get my scanner out and post up some pics of my gold duster every time I see yours it brings back some old memories, back some 30 plus years ago ,love your car keep up the work
One of these days I will have get my scanner out and post up some pics of my gold duster every time I see yours it brings back some old memories, back some 30 plus years ago ,love your car keep up the work
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WD40 and an old toothbrush works well on the white letters, just make sure you rinse it all off afterwards. You used to be able to get a product called tyre slik for the black wall part of the tyre. It gave them that just off the forecourt wet look.
'68 Dodge Charger
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'93 Toyota Hilux Surf
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Finally got the seats done after almost a 8 months of being messed about by a local trimmers. Looks a little wonky in places and very stiff folding it forward, but i think it looks a lot better than the buckets. Next up is carpeting.
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