Recent content by billbob1936

Great. thanks!

Not sure. The seller had these in a box mixed in with non-automotive parts. The shafts were not to be found. He said he moved several times over the years and a lot of parts seemed to have disappeared.

Thanks. They were all nice and smooth inside, except for one. Would it hurt to try and sand this out, or should I toss it and look for a new one?

Is it necessary to run 273 rockers with the bushings? I have 15 without, and only 1 with a bushing.

Thanks Vaanth, Great research. Did the intake seats eventually get the upgrade as well? -

This is the worst area. The rest look much better. - -

What year did they start coming from the factory with hardened valve seats? And was this for both intake and exhaust?

Thanks. It's getter harder to find good 2.02 J heads. I'll make the request for spring removal before making that long drive. I'd hate to do it for nothing.

Thanks for the input folks. I have to drive about 3 hours on friday to meet with the seller. Not sure if I'll be able to open the valves to see if the chambers have any degradation. Also, unfortunately, the rockers are not included in the sale, but what kind of offer would be fair for those kind...

Hello. Calling in engine folks to help identify if these heads have 1.88 or 2.02 intake valves? Also, do these heads appear too far gone with the rust on them?

Cool. Thanks for the information.

Do you have any tire to frame rub with the fast ratio setup, or does the new steer box prevent that problem? Also, are you happy with the stage 3 steering, does it seem stiff?

Ok, so after reading that, would it be a more simple plan to just go with a fast ratio steer box with internal stops?

Great write up Vaanth! Other than Firm Feel, I have not been successful finding a large sector unit (and matching idler arm) for my 73 Challenger. Bergman auto is currently working to see if they can find the right parts.

Hello. I'm searching for a fast ratio pitman arm/idler for my '73 Challenger but finding compatiblity conflicts during my search. I seeing listings for the arm up to the year of 1972. Did something change with the arms starting in 1973? Here's a photo of my setup.