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    Spring retaining Rods

    Hi Ron, Thanks very much for the advice, I'm most grateful! I'll double check the spring compressors to make sure I have enough length to de-compress the springs when they're out - I must admit I hadn't thought of that, so you've probably saved me no end of bother! Best wishes Marto
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    Spring retaining Rods

    Hello eveyone! I'm removing a top link on my '74 V8 at the moment and am using coil spring compressors on the front spring - a tight fit but manageable with the wing off. I've compressed the spring to a length of about 10 inches but in my ingnorance I'm not sure if this is short enough. Could...
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    Hello and thanks already!

    The rear wheel arches are quite rotten around the seams between the panels which I gather is a very common problem. I have a friend who is an expert welder and he thinks we will be able to get them sorted out without too much trouble. I'm more worried about small patches of rust at the ends of...
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    Hello and thanks already!

    Hello All, I am a new member to the club and just thought I'd post a quick message to say thanks to everyone who contributes to this forum. I'm restoring my '74 3500 at the moment but have never taken on such a big project before. If it wasn't for the help and moral support from people...
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