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    Voltage Regulator-- Ohm readings with the arm in 3 positions

    Having charging problems and found that my voltage regulator's upper contacts had welded themselves together. After breaking them loose and cleaning up the contacts, I checked ohm readings between the ING and FLD tabs while holding the regulator's arm in the 3 positions. (trying to hold...
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    To Mod, or Not to Mod, that is the question. What will break at 500hp?

    The car is a mostly original 1967 Newport, 2dr, 383 4-barrel, 727. Body is in good shape, interior is a little rough with rips in the front seat and a missing headliner. Engine runs okay, but is down on power and smokes a little on startup. It needs more power. 450-500hp at the crank would...
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    What Do You Bring on Long Trips or Rescues?

    After looking at some pictures and videos of Members on long trips or heading out to pick up their new project, it sure would be handy to have a good checklist of "must have", "probably going to need this", "not needed, but will make my life easier", and "leave it at home". (And no, you can't...
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    No brakes! Pedal goes to floor with engine running.

    The 67 Newport has been sitting for about 10 months. Got in, started her up, pushed in the brake pedal and it went right to the floor (and then made an odd growl almost like anti-locks will do). A sideways glance at the brake-fluid level confirmed what we already knew but were trying not to...
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