http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive The AMC Mailing List RSS feed at AMCGremlin.com en-us postmaster@amcgremlin.com (AMCGremlin.com) Copyright (c) 1997-2010 AMCGremlin.com as a compilation work postmaster@amcgremlin.com (AMCGremlin.com) 2010-09-06T12:21:19-05:00 http://www.amcgremlin.com/images/chromegremlinmansm.gif http://www.amcgremlin.com http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52559.html Marc Montoni 2010-09-06T11:49:31-05:00 As I recall, Kanter Auto Products sells complete front end kits for just about anything, including AMC's: http://www.google.com/#hl=en&source=hp&q=kanter+auto+products&aq=f&aqi=g1&aql=&oq=&gs_rfai=C8gxc1ueETKvaLamMzAS26cjtBAAAAKoEBU_QWR3U&pbx=1&fp=5673716... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52558.html Marc Montoni 2010-09-06T11:49:29-05:00 - no voltage to ign - primary wiring connector not fully engaged - coil open or shorted - cracked distributor cap - defective rotor In my experience some other possibilities come to mind. Dave Stohler mentioned the rod-actuated switch attached to the stee... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52557.html russ hathaway 2010-09-06T05:08:44-05:00 Thanks all, thats a good start.......Russ _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@xxxxxxxxxxxx http://list.amc-list.com/listinfo.cgi/amc-list-amc-list.com http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52556.html Ken Ames 2010-09-06T01:23:04-05:00 It's a red one running from the starter relay into the harness where it's soldered into other wires. It'll be wrapped in tape with a bunch of other colours. Ken Quoting russ hathaway <russh97309@xxxxxxxxx>: _______________________________________________ A... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52555.html russ hathaway 2010-09-06T01:02:22-05:00 Ken; I don't have my shop manual with me. Where is the wire and how do I ID it. Most of them are pink, I believe.....Russ _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@xxxxxxxxxxxx http://list.amc-list.com/listinfo.cgi/amc-... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52554.html Ken Ames 2010-09-06T00:44:49-05:00 It's actually a resistance wire, not a stand-alone resistor like Chryslers. Ken Quoting russ hathaway <russh97309@xxxxxxxxx>: _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@xxxxxxxxxxxx http://list.amc-list.com/listinfo.cgi/... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52553.html Ken Ames 2010-09-06T00:43:00-05:00 TSM (81 - 78 should be the same) says the pickup coil resistance should be between 400 and 800 ohms (orange and purple wires). Ken Quoting russ hathaway <russh97309@xxxxxxxxx>: _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52552.html russ hathaway 2010-09-06T00:36:41-05:00 I replaced the ign switch when this first started. The coil was replaced because it was bad, but this was a couple months ago. I'll open up the coil and check out things. I see no ballast resistor in the circuit at all, and I have a Chryco style sitting ar... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52551.html d stohler 2010-09-06T00:34:38-05:00 i beleive those are column ignition systems. every column ignition system, the key pushes a rod down the steering column. the actual switch is at the bottom of the column. fords and chevy's do this ALOT as they get old. that rod will weaken, and get a litt... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52550.html russ hathaway 2010-09-06T00:28:07-05:00 Thanks Ken; I'll check that. I'd rather yard out a tranny than figure electronics out.......Russ _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@xxxxxxxxxxxx http://list.amc-list.com/listinfo.cgi/amc-list-amc-list.com http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52549.html Sandwich Maker 2010-09-05T22:57:12-05:00 " From: russ hathaway <russh97309@xxxxxxxxx> " " I have a 78 Concord 304 that is driving me nuts. It won't start. When " I release the key from the start position it tries to start and if I " am lucky it'll fire, but the key returns to off too soon. I hook... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52548.html krausseakrauss 2010-09-05T21:58:09-05:00 Hey thanks for all the info, funny, I thought that it would be 50 / 50, but all the responses I got for this its 33% all poly, 33% all rubber and 33% half poly and half rubber. I like the idea of the poly kit because its all there and If I decide to go ru... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52547.html Eddie Stakes 2010-09-05T20:41:02-05:00 More new stuff...... http://www.planethoustonamx.com/amx_parts/amc_parts.htm Eddie Stakes 713.464.8825 eddiestakes@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx www.planethoustonamx.com _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@xxxxxxxxxxxx ht... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52546.html Ken Ames 2010-09-05T20:36:39-05:00 I had a 79 6 cylinder that would do that. The pickup coil in the distributor was bad. It would fire once when you let go of the key but that was it. Ken Quoting russ hathaway <russh97309@xxxxxxxxx>: _______________________________________________ AMC-list ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52545.html Greg Taylor 2010-09-05T19:06:49-05:00 Hey guys, I have 2 new (new old stock) chrome valve covers for the inline 6 engines, made by TD Performance. One has excellent chrome on it.  $25 for it.  The other has some light pitting in the chrome, so that one is $15 (or I'll blast and powdercoat it f... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52544.html russ hathaway 2010-09-05T17:43:43-05:00 I just looked at the kit offered. It will definitely cost more than 112 bucks to piece one together. Looks like the ticket. However..... They show a TF tranny mount if I'm not mistaken. I will call them on Tuesday to talk about the kit......Russ __________... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52543.html russ hathaway 2010-09-05T16:31:37-05:00 I have a 78 Concord 304 that is driving me nuts. It won't start. When I release the key from the start position it tries to start and if I am lucky it'll fire, but the key returns to off too soon. I hooked up one of those spark testers and I get no spark w... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52542.html Mike Kindle 2010-09-05T04:07:56-05:00 I did two American fronts with the Prothane kit and the difference was amazing. I was replacing pretty worn out bushings so perhaps new rubber would have felt as good too but I was pleased with how the prothane kit tightened everything up. Hey wait, I rem... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52541.html Ken Ames 2010-09-05T00:50:34-05:00 http://bc.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-classic-cars-Rare-74-Bricklin-W0QQAdIdZ227321474 Ken _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@xxxxxxxxxxxx http://list.amc-list.com/listinfo.cgi/amc-list-amc-list.com http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52540.html Ken Ames 2010-09-05T00:39:02-05:00 The T-14 has a 6-bolt top cover, the 150T has 9 bolts. The shifter bosses are semi-circular on the T-14 ( D ), full circles on the 150T ( O ) Ken Ames 39Master85w.partscar,67Marlin343,68AMX343,70Machine,73Matador2drht401, 73Hornet4dsd,73-74-75-76GremlinXs,... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52539.html wrambler242 2010-09-04T21:46:53-05:00 Russ. Those cars have a soft spot for many of us. Some say it is in our heads! You have to look at them as they are. One year cars. 66 looked close! But enough trim differences to drive one mad! My 65 will be either my ho trod sled or my coffin... Dependin... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52538.html russ hathaway 2010-09-04T18:38:35-05:00 So some guy in Venetta calls me up and asks if I want a free 327 engine and tranny, out of an old Rambler. I ask if it is complete, easy to get to and not frozen. He says yep on all three. So off I go. Foolish rabbit, sez I, it can't be that easy. Now the ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52537.html russ hathaway 2010-09-04T18:18:44-05:00 Wrambler; Just don't spill the espresso on that nice plush pile carpet. Tell the chauffer to drive real easy over the speed bumps while you go in to check on your portfolio. Just kiddin'. I was going to do polys on my 68 Ambo when someone made me an offer ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52536.html Sandwich Maker 2010-09-04T17:43:38-05:00 " From: Richard Estermyer <javelinman74@xxxxxxxxxxx> " " " Have someone looking for lockout plate and we are sending the whole " transmission. They are looking for a Borg Warner T14 3-speed trans. " How do we tell the difference. Se read that the 75-76 use... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52535.html George Graham 2010-09-04T12:19:15-05:00 Ross (and whoever else may be interested): I'm still alive. Just finished my retirement move out to the Texas hill country, so my contact info has changed. Still unpacking stuff, and trying to get the garage sorted out (and the house; but first things firs... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52534.html Richard Estermyer 2010-09-04T11:34:31-05:00 http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130426574443&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMESELX%3AIT is for the dealership showroom Spirit sign. Also Autorama calendar, and car show posters, plus a few Micro Machines left. Thanks for looking... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52533.html wrambler242 2010-09-04T11:06:37-05:00 Russ. I suspect MY Ambo WILL have poly on it! ;). Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless device from U.S. Cellular -----Original Message----- From: russ hathaway <russh97309@xxxxxxxxx> Sender: amc-list-bounces@xxxxxxxxxxxx Date: Sat, 4 Sep 2010 07:49:51 To: Ram... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52532.html russ hathaway 2010-09-04T10:49:45-05:00 The first car I did a poly front end on was my 70 AMX. With Koni shocks and larger sway bars fore and aft that car handled like no ones business. I had to scrape together bushings from Ford, CJ and Chryco to complete the job and some I had to alter or twee... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52531.html Marc Montoni 2010-09-04T10:44:38-05:00 An article popped up in my news search today, thought you guys might have some interest: http://westislip.patch.com/articles/the-old-esso-gas-station-pine-lake-garage Apparently this story touches on a former AMC dealer in West Islip, NY. The money line: ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52530.html Armand Eshleman 2010-09-04T10:42:50-05:00 The only thing I can add to this conversation is that I've had poly bushings mixed with rubber on the white Javelin now for at least five years. Yes, it does seem to have a bit harsher ride, but it's not really that noticeable. I put poly in the strut rods... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52529.html wrambler242 2010-09-04T09:57:46-05:00 He just posted last week sometime about an item someone was selling. I don't pop these off my online account and delete most after I read them or I'd find it for you. He'll probably reply in a day or two. If not check the archives at amc-list.com. ------Or... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52528.html Ross Guistino 2010-09-04T02:18:51-05:00 George, if you're out there, please reply. I have a couple of our Club Newsletters that I'd like to send you but all three of your email addresses that I have on file have bounced back. Hope all is okay with you. Ross Guistino President, NorCal AMC Auto Gr... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52527.html Jim Blair 2010-09-04T00:43:36-05:00 Probably more of interest to a Jeeper than AMCer, but here it is: Front frame from a '73 J4000. I cut it off the truck I rolled a few years back (right behind the firewall cab mount brackets) Currently it has the springs and power steering box (with that ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52526.html wrambler242 2010-09-03T22:02:44-05:00 I totally disagree with Frank. Have 8-10 year old Prothane bushings in my 69 American. . I don't have squeaks, cracks or moans. The ride is on par with most mid size imports as far as I can tell. I'd stick to Prothane as mine have held up great Just my $.0... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52525.html wrambler242 2010-09-03T21:47:10-05:00 Wrapping will work. I also placed a piece of PVC pipe over the input to prevent it being driven back into the case. ------Original Message------ From: Richard Estermyer Sender: amc-list-bounces@xxxxxxxxxxxx To: amc mail ReplyTo: AMC, Rambler, Nash, Jeep an... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52524.html Richard Estermyer 2010-09-03T14:12:29-05:00 Have someone looking for lockout plate and we are sending the whole transmission. They are looking for a Borg Warner T14 3-speed trans. How do we tell the difference. Se read that the 75-76 uses a different one than 77-78 (larger). Any details to look for... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52523.html Frank Swygert 2010-09-03T10:49:37-05:00 You know what they say about opinions... but here's mine! NO to the poly bushings if this is a street car and you will be driving it a good bit. I use poly bushings on my sway bar but nowhere else. Poly will probably last longer, but they are known to squ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52522.html Eddie Stakes 2010-09-03T10:23:11-05:00 Welcome back to the dark side. Paul Dywer long gone from AMC I believe, his website was abandoned, sort of left up by itself on skidmore.edu. I got ahold of him by accident, as the old amxfiles.com vendors list had tons of dead folks on it, and places long... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52521.html Jim Blair 2010-09-03T10:02:44-05:00 My son's was a later model 232 (could have been a re-power) in a '77 DJ-5 with the M12 (?) trans we put in my room mate's '67 Rebel with 290. (it had the weak trans that only drove 2 blocks before locking up and going to neutral. If I shut it off and wait... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52520.html krausseakrauss 2010-09-03T07:56:21-05:00 Hey guys, Street Performancehas an all urethane busing kit for the front of my 69 American for$112.00. I know if I bought all of them separately it would be waymore, but I also heard that they ride much harder them the rubberones...Which is better, I prob... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52519.html Sandwich Maker 2010-09-02T22:11:39-05:00 " From: Jim Blair <carnuck@xxxxxxxxxxx> " " " I have a 6 cyl ('72 up) BW flexplate that was in good shape last I " looked. $25 if anyone needs it. from a postal jeep? i thought all the bw-auto ones were small bell [with starter under manifolds] like pre-'7... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52518.html Jim Blair 2010-09-02T21:45:59-05:00 I have a 6 cyl ('72 up) BW flexplate that was in good shape last I looked. $25 if anyone needs it. Jim Blair, Lynnwood, WA '87 Comanche, '83 Jeep J10, '84 Jeep J10 From: adh@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx (Sandwich Maker) To: amc-list@xxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: Re: [AMC-li... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52517.html Jim Blair 2010-09-02T21:33:11-05:00 Jim Blair, Lynnwood, WA '87 Comanche, '83 Jeep J10, '84 Jeep J10 Isn't Jen on here? ________________________________ http://www.cardomain.com/id/quakerstate _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@xxxxxxxxxxxx http:/... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52516.html Eddie Stakes 2010-09-02T21:26:23-05:00 http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/pts/1933099380.html not my geamlin! Eddie Stakes 713.464.8825 eddiestakes@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx www.planethoustonamx.com _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@xxxxxxxxxxxx http://li... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52515.html Robert Sliko 2010-09-02T21:18:48-05:00 36930493039365 Good until 26 September -----Original Message----- From: amc-list-bounces@xxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:amc-list-bounces@xxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Ken Ames Sent: Thursday, September 02, 2010 4:49 PM To: AMC, Rambler, Nash, Jeep and family Subject: [... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52514.html Greg Taylor 2010-09-02T17:33:58-05:00 I think those are being sold by Pierre Bouchamp at AM Racing Enterprises up in Canada.   Sincerely, Greg Taylor  Rochester Hills, MI 1989 Jeep Grand Wagoneer "TRMN8R2" 330-CID AMC Stroker V8 ________________________________ From: Eddie Stakes <eddiestakes@... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52513.html Eddie Stakes 2010-09-02T17:21:04-05:00 http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/pts/1860488676.html not mine but figured someone might be interested in them, give them a shout at the phone number in the ad if you are interested or know of someone who might want them. Eddie Stakes 713.464.8825 eddies... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52512.html Ken Ames 2010-09-02T16:48:45-05:00 Anyone have the current discount code? TIA Ken _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@xxxxxxxxxxxx http://list.amc-list.com/listinfo.cgi/amc-list-amc-list.com http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52511.html Major Malfunktion 2010-09-02T16:15:40-05:00 Hi guys! It has been an insanely long time since I last posted anything on the List - I was flying with Eagles at the time... I dropped out of the AMC hobby shortly after I inherited my granddads Plymouth - I've long since gotten rid of the Eagle wagon. I ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg52510.html Eddie Stakes 2010-09-02T12:23:10-05:00 http://montana.craigslist.org/cto/1929178104.html Eddie Stakes 713.464.8825 eddiestakes@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx www.planethoustonamx.com _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@xxxxxxxxxxxx http://list.amc-list.com/list...