http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive The AMC Mailing List RSS feed at AMCGremlin.com en-us postmaster@amcgremlin.com (AMCGremlin.com) Copyright (c) 1997-2012 AMCGremlin.com as a compilation work postmaster@amcgremlin.com (AMCGremlin.com) 2012-05-16T03:19:53-05:00 http://www.amcgremlin.com/images/chromegremlinmansm.gif http://www.amcgremlin.com http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57301.html Jim Blair 2012-05-16T00:33:24-05:00 I was trying to remember. My son is working on his Jeep up there near Comox. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://list.amc-list.com/pipermail/amc-list-amc-list.com/attachments/20120515/9e331962/attachment.... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57300.html Thomas Garner 2012-05-15T21:09:57-05:00 I have my 1964 Classic. Upgraded the manual brakes to power and front disk brakes. Do I nee a "brake proportioning valve" for the front and rear or just the rear or neither. _____________________________________________________________ Are you prepared for... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57299.html Jeff Reeves 2012-05-15T20:17:59-05:00 Actually, that's a GM H-body under that makeup (Monza, Skyhawk, Starfire, Sunbird). Not an AMC. Jeff Reeves Auburn, GA 01 Grand Cherokee 72 Javelin SST 69 Ambassador DPL 68 AMX _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57298.html Steven F. Brueggeman 2012-05-15T20:12:10-05:00 I've seen this on Youtube. I think it's also called Aquachrome. Wonder how durable it is. I've got some fiberglass bumpers coming and I'd like them to look like chrome. -Steve- ----- Original Message ----- From: "Frank Swygert" <farna@xxxxxxxxxxx> To: quot... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57297.html Marc Montoni 2012-05-15T16:42:54-05:00 I don't know... that looks more like a GM H-body to me (think Chevrolet Monza). -- Marc _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx http://list.amc-list.com/listinfo.cgi/amc-list-amc-list.com http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57296.html reitand 2012-05-15T15:16:30-05:00 An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The go from that point.... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57293.html Frank Swygert 2012-05-15T11:37:05-05:00 Thought some of you might be interested in this: http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=674441 -- Frank Swygert Editor - American Motors Cars Magazine www.amc-mag.com _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-l... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57292.html RAY MICK 2012-05-14T22:29:05-05:00 http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/ptd/2953029618.html -- Sent from Craigslist Pro for iPad Sent from my iPad -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://list.amc-list.com/pipermail/amc-list-amc-list.com/attachm... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57291.html Jim Blair 2012-05-14T17:05:16-05:00 http://newhaven.craigslist.org/zip/2999956193.html PARADE FLOAT - Memorial Day parade float built like a WWII plane to honor veterans of Army Air Corps. Plane has been in the North Haven Memorial Day. Runs but needs work as it has been in extended storage... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57290.html Frank Swygert 2012-05-13T15:07:10-05:00 There might be something else wrong with the 64 suspension -- check it out real good first. Look at the control arm bushings for one thing. Order new coil springs from www.coilsprings.com. Ask for the HD springs for your car/engine. The high spring design... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57289.html Eddie Stakes 2012-05-12T20:28:22-05:00 On the springs, and/or leaf springs, try ESPO & Detroit Eaton both on my VENDORS list: http://www.planethoustonamx.com/AMC_Vendors/amc_vendors.htm "I'm sure it's lower than it was when I first parked it. I went and looked at my 63 and it's sitting higher ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57288.html Sandwich Maker 2012-05-11T17:20:39-05:00 " From: "Thomas Garner" <Tgarner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx> " " I'm sure it's lower than it was when I first parked it. I went and " looked at my 63 and it's sitting higher than my 64. " I was unable to find the coil springs new, so I put in some spacers " for now. T... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57287.html Thomas Garner 2012-05-11T16:28:46-05:00 I'm sure it's lower than it was when I first parked it. I went and looked at my 63 and it's sitting higher than my 64. I was unable to find the coil springs new, so I put in some spacers for now. That seemed to help. I was thinking about taking the one's o... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57286.html Eddie Stakes 2012-05-11T09:42:50-05:00 Hot Rod online newsletter; check out the old school Old Air Products under dash air conditioners. I am big fan of these; AMC had several suppliers of these type units back in the day. AMC had some called American Air, and Air King, (to name a few) this is ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57285.html Jeff Reeves 2012-05-10T18:57:43-05:00 Nick, there's nothing weird or unusual about those lock actuators. They are the same as used on Jeep XJ up through 1996, and besides that it's a GM part that was used in literally millions of GM vehicles. You can buy them new at your local auto parts stor... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57284.html Frank Swygert 2012-05-10T18:36:10-05:00 How low is low? The crossmember in the center under the engine is a bit low on the 63-66 Classic. IIRC it's only 5-6" off the ground. No worry about speed bumps -- the lowest part is right between the front wheels, so it goes up when they do. Crossing one... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57283.html Nick ALFANO 2012-05-10T13:35:56-05:00 Anyone have an electric lock actuator for the drivers door of a mid 80s Eagle.  I believe it is the same on a Spirit or Concord. Thanks, Nick  Alfano Performance 4849-76 st. Kenosha, WI. 53142 262-308-1302 262-942-8271 after 6pm central and weekends ______... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57282.html Eddie Stakes 2012-05-10T10:39:28-05:00 A 401V8 AMC Pacer wagon, you could make a LOT of brand x people miserable with this on street. A factory 304V8 Pacer wagon is mighty quick. This would be a great grocery getter. There was only 3300 V8 Pacer 'wagons' made in 1978-79 so quite unusual. http:/... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57281.html Eddie Stakes 2012-05-10T10:18:04-05:00 Hi & yes, Goodyear Polysteel Radial D78X14 tires were optional on several packages of AMCs, including Gremlin X in 1975 for instance. Usually part of the "X" packages for Gremlin, Hornet, Matador & Pacer Series. You could get them on regular steel rims or ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57280.html russ hathaway 2012-05-10T00:38:05-05:00 A guy from Ariz contacted me about a 63/64 Ambo or Classic wagon rear hatch door, electric window. He is looking for one and for some reason he couldn't get on the list, I said I would pass the word. He is at 602-919-4992 and his name is Tim. I am looking ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57279.html Eddie Stakes 2012-05-09T20:15:20-05:00 Please simply reply here I'll foward it. The felow below is looking for information on the two vac lines to Weathereye AC/heater controls in his Gremlin. The conversation so far: ----------------------------------------------------- I am trying to find a V... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57278.html Frank Swygert 2012-05-09T19:58:11-05:00 A stiff wire (coat hanger!) works fine, but sounds like the edges of the pedal where the hole for the wire was may have rusted away. If that's the case you'll need another pedal. Another solution is to get a cable pedal and cable from a newer vehicle. Jee... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57277.html Kenny 2012-05-09T17:56:17-05:00 Joe, thank you for that description. I think I get it, to a point. There are no "exploded views" of that setup, so I'm at a loss as the actual shape of the things you mention. I've had two Typhoons, which both of these pedals came out of, and both had gone... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57276.html Matt Haas 2012-05-09T16:23:36-05:00 Shocks do not hold a car up off the ground. Assuming that the tires aren't flat, springs would be my guess. Matt On 5/9/2012 9:24 AM, Thomas Garner spouted this sage advice: -- mhaas@xxxxxxx Cincinnati, OH http://www.mattsoldcars.com 1967 Rambler American ... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57275.html Thomas Garner 2012-05-09T09:24:52-05:00 I have 1964 Rambler Classic that has been sitting for a little over 3 years. I was unable to work on on it for a while. Now I'm back on it and I've had it running and have a couple more things to do and it'll be ready. One thing I have noticed, however, is... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57274.html Joe Fulton 2012-05-08T16:43:59-05:00 The "hinge" on the floor is not a hinge.  It's a couple of small tubes that fit in the depressions pedal.  The pedal is retained by a stiff wire clip which fastens into the end of the tubes on each side of the rear of the pedal.A0; You seem to have lost th... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57273.html Kenny 2012-05-08T16:31:10-05:00 Would anyone know a good way to put a gas pedal in a ‘64 Classic? I have two pedals, but no means of installing them. The hinge on the floor is still in good shape, but there are parts on the pedals that have rusted away. Any ideas on a fix? --------------... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57272.html Jim Blair 2012-05-08T16:08:31-05:00 I've done a few upgrades (727/NP229) that aren't totally finished, but it runs and drives under it's own power. It's virtually rust free (about the same as the Spirit Max98059 got from me) but still needs some attention. I have 3.08 gears to go in (non-va... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57271.html Jim Blair 2012-05-08T16:05:00-05:00 Here's a pic of the floor (reason #1 of why it's being parted. Rot is all the way into the frame) http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y209/carnuck/spirit/eaglefloor.jpg Car will be stripped down probably tomorrow. We may not get the trans out, but the 1/4 pa... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57270.html Jim Blair 2012-05-08T15:54:37-05:00 I've done a few upgrades (727/NP229) that aren't totally finished, but it runs and drives under it's own power. It's virtually rust free (about the same as the Spirit Max98059 got from me) but still needs some attention. I have 3.08 gears to go in (non-va... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57269.html Thomas Garner 2012-05-08T12:08:40-05:00 It would figure I'd find this altogether two weeks after I install my Scarebird setup. Anyway's it seems to be all there if anybody's interested. Ebay Item: 290706044962 Online Social Network and Reputation Management for Automotive Dealerships http://www.... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57268.html Jsm auto Mnr restorations 2012-05-08T07:19:53-05:00 Just because i don't case for the body style or wouldn't actively seek one out don't mean its a bad car. Its just simply not the one for me ;-) AMC built many vehicles for the reason of not everybody likes the same thing . . . Some guys like Jeep J10s whil... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57267.html Robert Kapteyn 2012-05-07T22:40:09-05:00 _______________________________________________ AMC-list mailing list AMC-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx http://list.amc-list.com/listinfo.cgi/amc-list-amc-list.com http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57266.html Frank Swygert 2012-05-07T21:14:49-05:00 Rarity doesn't equate to added market value for ANY car. The only reason the "rare" model Mustangs, Corvettes, etc. equal added market value is because everybody and his brother would like to have one just like it. POPULARITY drives market value, NOT RARI... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57265.html Troy McCall 2012-05-07T17:30:23-05:00 Well I bought a 73 Matador 4dr I found in Elfrida Arizona. Interior was darn near perfect with one little tear in the top of the back seat and the end piece of the shifter missing. Starting the tune up with the water pump, hoses, and thermostat tommorow. I... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57264.html Eddie Stakes 2012-05-07T11:00:53-05:00 For those of you who still have a vacuum type AMC fuel dual pump, no one stocks Carter-6906 kits to rebuild them. There are Airtex fuel pumps and cheap but don't seem to be able to keep up with the big carbs. AMK Products has a rebuild kit listed under Ca... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57263.html Eddie Stakes 2012-05-06T19:31:04-05:00 On AMC rarity.....recently Randy Tate sent me a link on a convertible Camaro Pace Car. Someone basically was buying the VIN and data plates is my guess. So I put it on my watch list! $8700 for it: http://www.ebay.com/itm/261005071769?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57262.html markprice242 2012-05-06T18:30:20-05:00 If the casing does come off there are places where you can get 6' or longer lengths of shrink wrap. Slide it on and shrink it, looks like new. ----- Original Message ----- -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <htt... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57261.html markprice242 2012-05-06T18:22:01-05:00 I think I should have one, I know they are not in the car (IIRC). I'll look to see if I can locate one that is good. Wrambler,Mark,etc;... ----- Original Message ----- -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57260.html Frank Swygert 2012-05-06T17:45:30-05:00 How is the cable "bad", Wayne? If it's stiff/hard to move but will still move you can probably save it. Coil it up and soak it in diesel fuel (or tranny fluid) for a couple days. Add a 1/2 pint or so of acetone or paint thinner (shouldn't be more than 1/2... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57259.html Eddie Stakes 2012-05-06T15:38:21-05:00 Thought I would clairfy the rarity does not equate market value when it comes to AMC comment. This is a 71 SC/360 Hornet. 784 made, 113 known to exist. Solid car. So production of 71 SC/360 Hornet a 1/3rd of 70 Rebel Machine and 1/2 of Hurst SC/Rambler. Th... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57258.html Eddie Stakes 2012-05-06T15:27:28-05:00 The 71 base Javelin is up to $3000 on ebay with a few days left. On the comment about the back up lens: yes, a NOS back up lens commands $500 on low end and as high as $800 on high end. It is unique to only 1971. Originally AMC sold them in bags with littl... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57257.html Armand Eshleman 2012-05-06T14:15:42-05:00 I am more fond of the 70 and prior model Javelins and AMXs too. The 70 models to be more specific. However, if I could find a choice 74 with 401 4 speed, in relatively good condition (ie. no rust) and decently affordable, I would go for it. Armand ----- O... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57256.html Wayne LaMothe 2012-05-06T12:21:32-05:00 Does anyone have one? It is for an iron case Flashomatic in a 66 Ambo. I have a spare tranny but it has a bad detent cable to control the downshifts. I want to get it rebuilt and have it ready for a swap when I get the 66 into the garage. The guy that does... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57255.html Jsm auto Mnr restorations 2012-05-06T00:16:02-05:00 The 71 to 74 body style is kinda ugly looking, yet shockingly enough it seems to be the longer production run and more popular one today . . . its an AMC so i must love it ;-) i'd pay 5 grand for rusty 68 to 70 before i'd consider dropping 3 grand on a cle... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57254.html Richard Estermyer 2012-05-05T21:41:11-05:00 Great Lakes Classic AMC Club's & AMCrusiers AMC Riga Spring Dust Off 9:00am - 3:00pm Riga Fire Hall, Riga, MI (just north of Ohio boarder crossing) Show cars, swap meet $5, always a few, (bring your goodies), AMC nostalgia display area (bring your history... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57253.html markprice242 2012-05-05T21:11:28-05:00 Yes, Count me in too... Although most base models came with the 401, didn't they? Not to mention the miserable 4 speed trans. :-O ----- Original Message ----- -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://list.amc-... http://www.amcgremlin.com/AMCML-archive/msg57252.html Nick ALFANO 2012-05-05T15:24:29-05:00 Wow Frank, you find me examples like that for a $1000 and I will buy everyone you can find.  Looks to be an easy restore, add some trim and you have a nice car.  Nick  Alfano Performance 4849-76 st. Kenosha, WI. 53142 262-308-1302 262-942-8271 after 6pm ce...