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The pro is less slip angle which translates to quicker response to steering wheel input. The con is that the tires are actually part of the suspension, in that the sidewall of the tires as well as the springs absorb road shock and affect ride. Luxury cars always used the largest diameter tires...

Exactly. Typical tells the real story at the end. That is why diagnosining is usually a waste of time. The op doesn't tell you the whole story. Good info , good diagnosis, Bad info, bad diagnosis.

Hydrogen gas is why caps pop off, cars catch fire, acid caused paint damage, electronics damaged. Charge out of the car, where there is good ventilation.

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The law originally back in the 70's was any car 25 years old or older but they stopped it around 1975. Here is some info from the B.A.R. " Collector Cars "

So you will concede the pan was not the actual problem....

Another thing to consider is that 727 after 78 have lock-up torque converters and different input splines so torque convertor are not interchangeable.

CO is odorless, colorless, tasteless . If you are lucky you may start to get a headache as a warning, if not, just unconsciousness. Keep the windows rolled down.

What type of wiring harness are you running ?

72-73 OE Challenger tire /wheel sizes. 14 x 5J 14 X 5 1/2JJ no 6"

Dumping exhaust under the car is a good way to get Carbon monoxide poisoning inside the car an a cruise. From Google: Google Search

What position is the heater control lever inside the car ?

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:welcome: aboard. There are more restoration parts and sources now than ever before. Great time to get an original E back on the road. Just need the space, time and most importantly the funds to do it. :thumbsup:

Try to repair but prepare to replace. Cancer has only one sure cure, radical removal. Rust will hide where you can't see it. This is a clone ? Replace the metal . Save your money and time for more detailed needs.