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    Offline CudamanTom

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    Re: Waiting for winter to end.
    « Reply #15 on: February 08, 2014 - 05:02:43 PM »
    That is awesome John,
    You can tell a lot of work has gone into it.
    Thank you for sharing it's history.
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    Offline 67vertman

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    Re: Waiting for winter to end.
    « Reply #16 on: February 08, 2014 - 05:13:57 PM »
    Quote from: mopar jack on February 08, 2014 - 01:32:31 PM
    If you use a propane heater aren't you worried about carbon monoxide?. I used a propane heater for a couple of years and it would take the chill off the air but didn't do much for that cold ass concrete floor!

    Yeah, you have to have some ventalation.  As for the cold, I live in California and we west coasters think any thing below 50 degrees is freezing.  :roflsmiley:
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    Ron - Born and raised in Southern California

    I got the 1970 Cuda, but still need the hot blonde to ride shotgun!

    First car -1969 Road Runner 383 4sp

    Current ride - 1970 Barracuda 440-6 4 sp Dana 60  (4:10)

    Offline schtick

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    Re: Waiting for winter to end.
    « Reply #17 on: February 08, 2014 - 08:48:37 PM »
    Your welcome. This is a great group on this board. If anyone is ever in the situation I was in or is thinking about buying a car that was in a flood. do not hesitate to contact me first. I am now an encyclopedia of what to look for as well as what your in for. I have facts. A about 500 pictures. John

    John in CT.

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    Offline Rare_T_A

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    Re: Waiting for winter to end.
    « Reply #18 on: February 10, 2014 - 09:50:01 AM »
    I love the Cuda. And a great story to go with it. You are lucky to have such a sweet ride. I to am getting sick of this winter. It's -24 below this morning and the whole month of January we spent below zero. You folks out east are getting hammered with a lot of snow aren't you? We have our share but I think you guys got it worse.
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    Offline 74 challenge

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    Re: Waiting for winter to end.
    « Reply #19 on: February 10, 2014 - 10:36:36 AM »
    Not car related but I am setting up the garage in my new house and I spent 6 hours yesterday -14 celcious running wire and putting up drywall. I did buy an infared heater for the garage but it's not hooked up till the electrical gets checked out.
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    Offline usraptr

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    Re: Waiting for winter to end.
    « Reply #20 on: February 11, 2014 - 01:45:45 AM »
    Welcome and gorgeous car! :wave:  :2thumbs:   I also have a '70 Cuda "U" code 440 w/4-speed and dana rear.  My car was originally Lemon Twist yellow with a black vinyl top but is now black w/black vinyl top/interior. 

    When I retired and moved to Utah I told my wife I had to have a heated shop. So the contractor installed radiant gas heaters on thermostats. I keep them set at 40 degrees and turn them up to 65 when I'm working on the 'Cuda or working in the shop.  In no time I  have my sweat shirt off and turn the thermostat down to 55.  My son who is a mechanic uses my shop once or twice a week to do side jobs since his garage isn't heated.   :roflsmiley:

    If you don't mind me asking what did it cost to get your power booster re-built?  I need mine done.

    Don't be a stranger and keep posting pics of that beautiful 'Cuda.
    « Last Edit: February 11, 2014 - 01:49:30 AM by usraptr »
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    1970 Plymouth 'Cuda.  Matching numbers 440 U Code, 4 speed pistol grip, Rallye dash, AM 8 Track, Shaker hood, 15 inch rallye wheels, Dana 60 4.10, Super Track Pak.  One of 134 - 440 "U" coupes codes built in 1970 and one of 100 - 440 Super Track Paks built in 1970.

    Restoration pictures at:  http://spanks4thememory.smugmug.com/Cars/70-Cuda/7240639_M24oi#465274575_2MBqW
    (Edited 8-1-17)

    "usraptr" = United States raptor - bird of prey = United States Bald Eagle.  FYI, somebody else thought of it first so I had to drop the "O" in raptor.

    Offline usraptr

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    Re: Waiting for winter to end.
    « Reply #21 on: February 11, 2014 - 01:51:47 AM »
    Also, what brand headers and what size?  Any mods to the engine?   :2thumbs:
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    1970 Plymouth 'Cuda.  Matching numbers 440 U Code, 4 speed pistol grip, Rallye dash, AM 8 Track, Shaker hood, 15 inch rallye wheels, Dana 60 4.10, Super Track Pak.  One of 134 - 440 "U" coupes codes built in 1970 and one of 100 - 440 Super Track Paks built in 1970.

    Restoration pictures at:  http://spanks4thememory.smugmug.com/Cars/70-Cuda/7240639_M24oi#465274575_2MBqW
    (Edited 8-1-17)

    "usraptr" = United States raptor - bird of prey = United States Bald Eagle.  FYI, somebody else thought of it first so I had to drop the "O" in raptor.

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    Re: Waiting for winter to end.
    « Reply #22 on: February 11, 2014 - 07:22:32 AM »
    I have a heated garage, but yet I cannot seem to get motivated to get out there to finish up my wiring.  -18F this morning.  The crazy cold temps makes it hard for me to want to turn up the thermostat to heat that much space with such a difference in temperature.  It still cost $$ to spend that much time out there.  I don't expect any sympathy from those of you with out a heater. 
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    Offline schtick

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    Re: Waiting for winter to end.
    « Reply #23 on: February 11, 2014 - 07:14:14 PM »
    The booster rebuild is around 140. A little extra to paint it. My car has the factory exhaust manifolds. I had the engine rebuilt to specs recommended by Bob K. ( Mr. Six PAC) His cam, 10.5 -1 Forged pistons, h- beam rods, good valve job on factory heads, balance and blueprinted. Pro-Max did the carbs. (PO gave me the original AVS and manifold but he put the six-barrel on in 1978. So I left it for now. ) My engine showed 426 HP@ 5400rpm and 500 ft lbs TQ @ 2700rpm. Its a blast to drive. John

    John in CT.

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    Offline 69ChargerRT

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    Re: Waiting for winter to end.
    « Reply #24 on: February 12, 2014 - 10:21:13 AM »
    Quote from: schtick on February 11, 2014 - 07:14:14 PM
    My engine showed 426 HP@ 5400rpm and 500 ft lbs TQ @ 2700rpm. Its a blast to drive. John

    those are great numbers!  wish my engine made that much!  beautiful car, love the little bit of red on black, looks awesome
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    Offline schtick

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    Re: Waiting for winter to end.
    « Reply #25 on: February 12, 2014 - 12:32:43 PM »
    Thank you!

    John in CT.

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    Offline schtick

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    Re: Waiting for winter to end.
    « Reply #26 on: February 12, 2014 - 12:35:24 PM »
    Quote from: usraptr on February 11, 2014 - 01:45:45 AM
    Welcome and gorgeous car! :wave:  :2thumbs:   I also have a '70 Cuda "U" code 440 w/4-speed and dana rear.  My car was originally Lemon Twist yellow with a black vinyl top but is now black w/black vinyl top/interior. 

    When I retired and moved to Utah I told my wife I had to have a heated shop. So the contractor installed radiant gas heaters on thermostats. I keep them set at 40 degrees and turn them up to 65 when I'm working on the 'Cuda or working in the shop.  In no time I  have my sweat shirt off and turn the thermostat down to 55.  My son who is a mechanic uses my shop once or twice a week to do side jobs since his garage isn't heated.   :roflsmiley:

    If you don't mind me asking what did it cost to get your power booster re-built?  I need mine done.

    Don't be a stranger and keep posting pics of that beautiful 'Cuda.
    Thanks. I see the confusion. The dyno pic has headers installed. We did both. Went with exhaust manifolds instead. I would like to see pics of your u-code.

    John in CT.

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    Offline usraptr

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    Re: Waiting for winter to end.
    « Reply #27 on: February 12, 2014 - 02:12:07 PM »
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    1970 Plymouth 'Cuda.  Matching numbers 440 U Code, 4 speed pistol grip, Rallye dash, AM 8 Track, Shaker hood, 15 inch rallye wheels, Dana 60 4.10, Super Track Pak.  One of 134 - 440 "U" coupes codes built in 1970 and one of 100 - 440 Super Track Paks built in 1970.

    Restoration pictures at:  http://spanks4thememory.smugmug.com/Cars/70-Cuda/7240639_M24oi#465274575_2MBqW
    (Edited 8-1-17)

    "usraptr" = United States raptor - bird of prey = United States Bald Eagle.  FYI, somebody else thought of it first so I had to drop the "O" in raptor.

    Offline todd383

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    Re: Waiting for winter to end.
    « Reply #28 on: February 13, 2014 - 06:26:56 PM »
    hey that car looks  just like my friends car!  oh wait, its you!  lol.  wecome aboard john
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    Offline erat340

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    Re: Waiting for winter to end.
    « Reply #29 on: February 13, 2014 - 09:01:27 PM »
    A beauty, John. Speaking of power brakes, I see you have, how is it you have your pedal so high and level with a manual trans?
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