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[moparjoe2012]

Howdy Folks.
This is moparjoe2012 in Oregon. My C-Body is a 1969 Chrysler 300, which I acquired in Colorado four years ago and drove to its new home in Oregon. Since this car is more a ship than a boat, and ships are typically female, I have named her the Star Ship CELESTIAL CLIPPER. This car is pure driver and a great traveler. She has all of the amenities, except for power windows and door locks.
So now I am still in the process of acquiring and installing the upgrades to make this car a better driver. At the top of the list is a set of 1973 steering knuckles with caliper adaptors. please sing out if you have a set for sale. Who has hydro boost systems for this car? Also, where can I get a replacement window washer reservoir with electric pump, NOS or reproduction for this '69? The Mopar parts book lists the number as 2889858.
Many thanks to the people who set up and maintain this forum. It looks like we all will have some fun.
Warm regards to everyone,
Joe

 

[Mr C]

Welcome!

Hydroboost?

 

[detmatt]

Yeah, hydro boost!
https://www.performanceonline.com/HydroBoost-Power-Brake-Booster-Kit/
Welcome to the site from the Motor City!
What makes you feel you need a hydro boost set up for your 300?

 

[1978 NYB]

Welcome.....nice car.

 

[Ironwolf]

:worthless_thread:

 

[furyfinn]

Welcome Mopar Joe.

I believe no-one repops those washer reservoirs, they were a one-year-only product.

I'm pretty sure, however, that Murray Park in Ohio has one of those... If not NOS, a good used one.

You could also check what Arizona Parts has for your car:

http://arizonaparts.com/search-parts.html

 

[Mr C]

Yeah, hydro boost!
https://www.performanceonline.com/HydroBoost-Power-Brake-Booster-Kit/
Welcome to the site from the Motor City!
What makes you feel you need a hydro boost set up for your 300?

Oh, that GM thing. I see no need. I've never had issues with Mopar brakes that would lead me to do all that work and expense.

 

[detmatt]

Me neither, that's why I asked why he felt he needed it.

 

[moparjoe2012]

Hydroboost

Welcome!

Hydroboost?

I am considering a hydroboost type system in place of a vacuum booster if I can't find a dual diaphragm one to fit.

 

[moparjoe2012]

Welcome.....nice car.

Thanks, I love this car.

 

[moparjoe2012]

Yeah, hydro boost!
https://www.performanceonline.com/HydroBoost-Power-Brake-Booster-Kit/
Welcome to the site from the Motor City!
What makes you feel you need a hydro boost set up for your 300?

Indeed. God bless the Motor City and the memory of the Jefferson Assembly Plant. I'm considering a hydroboost system in place of a vacuum booster if I can't get a dual diaphragm one at a decent price.

 

[moparjoe2012]

:worthless_thread:

Thanks. Glad to be here.

 

[moparjoe2012]

Thanks for the info. The chief problem with mine is that the packing gland for the pump leaks, which causes all of the washer fluid to drain out over the course of a couple days. Before I tear into it I'd like to have another to run in its place.

 

[moparjoe2012]

Oh, that GM thing. I see no need. I've never had issues with Mopar brakes that would lead me to do all that work and expense.

Okay fellows, here's the story. My '69 300 has the 11x3'' drum brakes in the front, which do an adequate job for a weekend putter or a moderate daily driver. This car however is a four-season mountain and desert driver that travels far and is driven briskly as conditions allow. I want the best brakes I can get. Besides, the drums are way too grabby for me on packed ice.

The late '72 and '73 steering knuckles are the only ones that fit the '69-'72 C-bodies and take the unicast rotors that are still available from the parts suppliers. As for the brake booster, the dual diaphragm, so far as I know, is the one for the disk brake application. The NAPA parts supply chain no longer lists them, and I still have to research the other leads that hopefully are out there, (ie. the advertisers in Mopar Collectors Guide, Mopar Action, etc.). If I can't acquire a dual diaphragm booster for this application, then I have to consider other alternatives. The hydroboost type system is the first one to come to mind. I appreciate your attention, and I will gladly listen to your suggestions and advice.

 

[70NPORT]

Welcome. We need to.see.pics of.the clipper!

 

[moparjoe2012]

Thanks. I'm flattered. I guess I'm gonna hafta borrow a digital camera from somebody. To give you an idea though, she is paint code T5 Bronze Mist Metallic with a Saddle interior containing bucket seats and a console shifter. About twenty years ago the vinyl top was forever removed and the car was repainted with the T5 code. The clear coat that was applied the has come off of the top surfaces of the car. The rear wheel wells are showing some rust bubbles. At a glance this car is a presentable driver. The interior needs doing, but is not quite in a shameful condition yet. The sooner it gets done, the better. All it takes is money. Meanwhile my trusty driver for the last 35 years, a "69 Dart Swinger 340 needs a clutch and a valve job.

 

[polara71]

Thanks. I'm flattered. I guess I'm gonna hafta borrow a digital camera from somebody. To give you an idea though, she is paint code T5 Bronze Mist Metallic with a Saddle interior containing bucket seats and a console shifter. .

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