Pontiac Flathead Owners

863 topics in this forum

1. Welcome Pontiac Flathead Fans 1 2

   By Peter Gariepy, December 13, 2007
   • 75 replies
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   • itsonlypain
   • January 12

2. Post a Picture of your Car 1 2 3

   By rgshafto, December 22, 2007
   • 116 replies
   • 23.1k views
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   • Guest
   • December 26, 2014

3. Straight 8 engine overheated at idle 1 2

   By Summershandy, July 27, 2019
   • 69 replies
   • 4.3k views
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   • Summershandy
   • March 20, 2023

4. New guy, old car 1 2

   By Grizz, February 6, 2018
   • 62 replies
   • 2.8k views
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   • Summershandy
   • April 7, 2018

5. 53 pontiac .. finally painted 1 2

   By john hess, July 31, 2020
   • 51 replies
   • 1.1k views
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   • john hess
   • September 30, 2020

6. 1950 Silverstreak 1 2

   By Guest 50silverstreak, June 26, 2008
   • 48 replies
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   • pvfjr
   • May 1, 2021

7. 1936 Pontiac 8 4-door touring sedan. 1 2

   By aristech, December 28, 2021
   • 45 replies
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   • aristech
   • November 17, 2023

8. generator for 1936 Deluxe 8

   By Decomobile, December 6, 2021
   • 37 replies
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   • Decomobile
   • December 10, 2021

9. engine color

   By Guest Fitz, February 14, 2010
   • 36 replies
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   • Guest
   • October 2, 2010

10. 1940 Pontiac parts

    By deac, June 16, 2018   

    • for sale
    • 34 replies
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    • Alexis Sanchez
    • March 23, 2023

11. 1952 Flathead engine overhaul

    By craigger01, March 27, 2020
    • 34 replies
    • 2.3k views
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    • PhilAndrews
    • September 11, 2020

12. 53 pontiac electrical

    By john hess, September 30, 2020
    • 33 replies
    • 1.1k views
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    • PhilAndrews
    • January 17, 2021

13. 1954 Pontiac Chieftain newbie!

    By Guest martinez8, December 20, 2014
    • 32 replies
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    • poci1957
    • July 27, 2016

14. Wonky fan blade

    By Summershandy, June 14, 2020
    • 22 replies
    • 643 views
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    • Summershandy
    • July 4, 2020

15. Bypassing neutral safety switch

    By Summershandy, May 16, 2022
    • 22 replies
    • 981 views
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    • Bloo
    • June 12, 2022

16. Brake Fluid Filling Problem help

    By kookie1, June 13, 2020
    • 22 replies
    • 850 views
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    • kookie1
    • September 27, 2020

17. 1950 Pontiac Hood Ornament

    By Doctor's Pontiac, February 2, 2009
    • 21 replies
    • 19.6k views
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    • Guest
    • March 5, 2010

18. my new toy

    By Storkey, February 13, 2017   

    • want to buy
    • 21 replies
    • 1.2k views
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    • Storkey
    • April 22, 2017

19. original engine colour

    By Summershandy, December 1, 2017
    • 21 replies
    • 3.3k views
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    • john hess
    • August 7, 2019

20. Engine hesitates and back fires while driving

    By Guest Anselcop, June 2, 2017
    • 20 replies
    • 2.1k views
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    • Bloo
    • September 23, 2017

21. 40s Deluxe no spark

    By Jmsanch, January 8, 2018
    • 20 replies
    • 1.5k views
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    • Jmsanch
    • February 25, 2018

22. 1952 Pontiac Chieftain Help

    By MercMontMars, February 13, 2023
    • 20 replies
    • 2.1k views
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    • Alweeja
    • March 8

23. Timing mark pointer or window?

    By SixPack77, August 21, 2019
    • 19 replies
    • 1.7k views
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    • SixPack77
    • August 27, 2019

24. 1939 pontiac

    By Guest pontiac39, April 22, 2012
    • 19 replies
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    • Bloo
    • September 29, 2021

25. '37 Pontiac 6 manifold torque question

    By kookie1, August 26, 2019
    • 18 replies
    • 1k views
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    • RussJagoau
    • March 22, 2021

26. '37 Pontiac 6 Exhaust Manifold Cover

    By kookie1, August 7, 2019
    • 18 replies
    • 768 views
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    • kookie1
    • August 11, 2019

27. 1954 Pontiac Starchief Streight Eight holds back

    By Smokeywolf, September 6, 2017
    • 18 replies
    • 929 views
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    • Guest
    • October 13, 2017

28. Pontiac 239 6 high performance build

    By valentinos garage, January 2, 2016
    • 18 replies
    • 7.2k views
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    • old_Art
    • January 23, 2016

29. '37 Deluxe 6 Touring Sedan battery tray pix request

    By kookie1, October 15, 2018
    • 18 replies
    • 945 views
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    • kookie1
    • April 6, 2019

30. Looking for other 1935 Pontaic owners

    By joespoolhall, September 16, 2014
    • 18 replies
    • 2.1k views
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    • joespoolhall
    • October 11, 2014

31. I bought an old Pontiac today….

    By Guest 1950Chieftain, May 27, 2014
    • 18 replies
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    • keiser31
    • June 4, 2014

32. 1936 Pontiac Silverstreak Canadian made gas tank

    By Silverstreak36, July 28, 2021
    • 17 replies
    • 653 views
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    • Silverstreak36
    • August 6, 2021

33. 37 Pontiac 6 fuel tank leak

    By Ossojones, May 2, 2018
    • 17 replies
    • 814 views
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    • deac
    • May 16, 2018

34. Replacement coolant hose

    By Jmsanch, April 10, 2018
    • 17 replies
    • 871 views
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    • 1956322
    • April 30, 2018

35. Hello!

    By Guest 38poncho, January 15, 2011
    • 17 replies
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    • Guest
    • January 31, 2011

36. 1939 Pontiac 249ci Straight-8 - Need a Starter

    By Jbann, July 27, 2011
    • 17 replies
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    • Guest
    • September 6, 2011

37. Pontiac tailight

    By Guest rmccoy, March 21, 2012
    • 17 replies
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    • Guest
    • May 22, 2013

38. 1932 Pontiac Model 402 six cylinder questions

    By Vintagecarguy, July 9, 2015
    • 16 replies
    • 1.8k views
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    • Vintagecarguy
    • July 16, 2015

39. syncromesh transmission rebuild..

    By john hess, July 21, 2022
    • 16 replies
    • 435 views
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    • NailheadBob
    • September 4, 2022

40. Will these hubcaps fit?

    By TheGerman, August 20, 2014
    • 16 replies
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    • TheGerman
    • August 29, 2014

41. Gas Mileage

    By rgshafto, March 21, 2008
    • 16 replies
    • 6.6k views
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    • Guest
    • July 28, 2008

42. I need to be educated!

    By Guest Ravensmiles, July 10, 2009
    • 16 replies
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    • Guest
    • September 14, 2009

43. 53 going for paint... Now tires, bias or radial

    By john hess, March 26, 2019
    • 16 replies
    • 613 views
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    • john hess
    • April 12, 2020

44. Seeking a Straight 6 Exhaust Manifold

    By Guest Anselcop, January 18, 2017
    • 15 replies
    • 1.3k views
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    • pont35cpe
    • March 3, 2017

45. 1934 Pontiac 2 door coupe

    By HallAssRacing, March 29, 2021
    • 15 replies
    • 424 views
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    • Bloo
    • April 2, 2021

46. 37 Pontiac 6, 223 engine, timing hole cover

    By kookie1, July 19, 2016
    • 15 replies
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    • kookie1
    • January 26, 2017

47. 1951 Pontiac Chieftain 8 Oil Pressure and First Start

    By Lisa P, March 11, 2018
    • 15 replies
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    • Lisa P
    • May 19, 2018

48. Crank oil seal install

    By Summershandy, November 22, 2017
    • 15 replies
    • 1.4k views
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    • Summershandy
    • December 11, 2017

49. Hot Starting Problems

    By Roger Frazee, July 25, 2010
    • 14 replies
    • 2.2k views
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    • Guest
    • August 11, 2010

50. 1954 Pontiac: Speedometer is broken. How can I go about replacing it?

    By Mariiboops, October 17, 2023
    • 13 replies
    • 2.1k views
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    • Rusty Heaps
    • February 11

51. 1940 Special 6 Rear Main Seal

    By mtl92, April 4, 2023
    • 13 replies
    • 771 views
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    • RussJagoau
    • June 30, 2023

52. 1949 Chieftain Introduction and Help Request

    By Zodi, September 7, 2020
    • 13 replies
    • 484 views
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    • Zodi
    • October 15, 2020

53. 1953 pontiac questions

    By 53ponty, March 2, 2021
    • 13 replies
    • 677 views
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    • Oldtech
    • March 15, 2021

54. 1937 Diff Suggestions Needed

    By kookie1, June 3, 2021
    • 13 replies
    • 642 views
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    • straight8pontiac
    • June 27, 2021

55. Compression Standards for 1948 Pontiac 8 cyl

    By Johnny Jackets, April 9, 2021
    • 13 replies
    • 659 views
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    • PhilAndrews
    • April 23, 2021

56. `35-`36 Pontiac part confirmation

    By pont35cpe, March 17, 2021   

    • wanted - other
    • 13 replies
    • 325 views
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    • Jewell55
    • June 30, 2021

57. Whats up with timing ?

    By Guest Fat n Flat, July 17, 2014
    • 13 replies
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    • RussJagoau
    • July 24, 2014

58. LOCATE ANTENNA BASE '53-'54

    By Guest Rivlark, August 6, 2014
    • 13 replies
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    • PONTIAC1953
    • August 18, 2014

59. Carburetor heat shield/gasket

    By Summershandy, October 23, 2020
    • 12 replies
    • 682 views
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    • rodneybeauchamp
    • June 18, 2021

60. 1936 Pontiac Silverstreak Canadian made

    By Silverstreak36, July 22, 2021
    • 12 replies
    • 476 views
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    • Kornkurt
    • July 27, 2021

61. 15w-40 vs 20w-50

    By Summershandy, June 14, 2020
    • 12 replies
    • 600 views
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    • deac
    • September 18, 2020

62. Exhaust manifold gasket bubbling oil?

    By Summershandy, October 8, 2017
    • 12 replies
    • 1.8k views
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    • Summershandy
    • October 13, 2017

63. Radiator fan blade upgrade

    By Summershandy, August 13, 2019
    • 12 replies
    • 769 views
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    • PONTIAC1953
    • April 12, 2020

64. Which Oil is Correct?

    By Roger Frazee, October 26, 2010
    • 12 replies
    • 6k views
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    • Guest
    • November 3, 2010

65. Oil pan removal

    By Guest Anselcop, January 21, 2017
    • 12 replies
    • 1.7k views
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    • Summershandy
    • May 30, 2020

66. Exhaust from oilpan vent.

    By Von Tiergarten, October 14, 2023
    • 11 replies
    • 1.9k views
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    • Von Tiergarten
    • December 12, 2023

67. 1950 Pontiac

    By Guest H1950, December 17, 2011
    • 11 replies
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    • Guest
    • December 27, 2011

68. 1952 Chieftain

    By Guest glyptic, May 24, 2016
    • 11 replies
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    • poci1957
    • June 13, 2016

69. 54 Pontiac Straight 8 Non Detergent Oil?

    By Eaglekiller, April 10, 2020
    • 11 replies
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    • Eaglekiller
    • April 11, 2020

70. 1931 Pontiac emergency brake handle

    By 41customolds, March 3, 2017   

    • want to buy
    • 11 replies
    • 744 views
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    • 41customolds
    • March 7, 2017

71. 1941 Pontiac Torpedo Master Deluxe Rebuild

    By Skeeter, August 20, 2022
    • 11 replies
    • 745 views
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    • Skeeter
    • October 26, 2022

72. Timing advance

    By Summershandy, August 26, 2022
    • 11 replies
    • 853 views
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    • Summershandy
    • August 28, 2022

73. 1954 Pontiac: Where does this spring go?

    By Mariiboops, May 31, 2023
    • 11 replies
    • 560 views
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    • Mariiboops
    • June 12, 2023

74. 53 Catalina 8 smoking once it's warm

    By NormT93, March 2, 2018
    • 11 replies
    • 660 views
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    • Summershandy
    • August 25, 2018

75. 46 torpedo or streamliner?

    By Guest Diceman, January 27, 2011
    • 10 replies
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    • Guest
    • March 6, 2011

76. New junkyard seats don't fit....

    By Guest Krooser, September 17, 2011
    • 10 replies
    • 1.8k views
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    • dep5
    • November 11, 2011

77. 1936 straight six parts

    By Guest floivanus, February 24, 2009
    • 10 replies
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    • jacosta1935
    • September 6, 2023

78. 1933&34 Info

    By Gregory Crosby, January 24, 2008
    • 10 replies
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    • Robert G. Smits
    • February 13, 2008

79. Electronic ignition

    By rgshafto, April 1, 2012
    • 10 replies
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    • Guest
    • July 31, 2012

80. Tank is mounted on the 53

    By john hess, August 21, 2018
    • 10 replies
    • 421 views
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    • Summershandy
    • August 25, 2018

81. Valve Clearance on 50 Pontiac Straight Eight

    By Guest Fat n Flat, January 21, 2014
    • 10 replies
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    • PONTIAC1953
    • January 29, 2014

82. 12v battery on 6v system

    By Grizz, March 23, 2018
    • 10 replies
    • 1.9k views
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    • GARY F
    • April 14, 2018

83. Newbie with a '47

    By Rhinodriver, October 2, 2020
    • 10 replies
    • 481 views
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    • Rhinodriver
    • October 11, 2020

84. 1954 Star Chief Fuel Line

    By Smalltownbird, June 19, 2020
    • 10 replies
    • 425 views
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    • Smalltownbird
    • June 22, 2020

85. Flathead 8 Rotor Spins Freely-Now I know Why

    By Lisa P, March 14, 2019
    • 10 replies
    • 441 views
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    • Lisa P
    • April 1, 2019

86. Oil Bath Cleaner Decal

    By Summershandy, January 24, 2018
    • 10 replies
    • 695 views
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    • PontiacKid
    • June 14, 2018

87. Pontiac flathead 6 or 8 flywheel

    By Cast Iron, February 20, 2017
    • 10 replies
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    • PONTIAC1953
    • March 21, 2017

88. '47 Frame Rust

    By jailbreak, February 13, 2021
    • 10 replies
    • 421 views
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    • jailbreak
    • February 19, 2021

89. 35 P-8 rear end gear change

    By David Osier, April 20, 2022
    • 9 replies
    • 487 views
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    • pont35cpe
    • April 24, 2022

90. 1940 Pontiac

    By littlejohn, December 14, 2007
    • 9 replies
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    • Guest
    • December 20, 2007

91. What is it for Pontiac guys?? 1953 ?

    By thehandleman, November 5, 2018
    • 9 replies
    • 498 views
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    • PONTIAC1953
    • November 12, 2018

92. Do carburetor gaskets need sealant?

    By Summershandy, March 31, 2019
    • 9 replies
    • 16.3k views
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    • Summershandy
    • April 2, 2019

93. Pontiac Engine paint

    By DAN 822, July 30, 2017   

    • want to buy
    • 9 replies
    • 2.1k views
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    • pont35cpe
    • September 17, 2017

94. Connecting Rod and Piston for 48 Pontiac 239

    By Jim Anselmo, April 8, 2009
    • 9 replies
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    • Guest
    • December 12, 2011

95. 1950 Chieftain Steering wheel

    By Doctor's Pontiac, October 22, 2010
    • 9 replies
    • 3.2k views
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    • PONTIAC1953
    • October 23, 2010

96. Newbie and support need at times

    By 53Dan, May 20, 2020
    • 9 replies
    • 342 views
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    • Summershandy
    • June 14, 2020

97. 1937-1938 pontiac- coupe body parts

    By gofasttoday, September 2, 2015
    • 9 replies
    • 3.1k views
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    • hectorgarcia
    • March 21, 2021

98. Looking for... 1938 Pontiac

    By 38Pontiac6, May 12, 2014
    • 9 replies
    • 1.9k views
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    • 38Pontiac6
    • February 22, 2015

99. Please help me/us Mr. Tinindian

    By Guest mikestaley, April 2, 2012
    • 9 replies
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    • Guest
    • April 3, 2012

100. 1952 Chieftain Question

     By Guest fatnsolo, April 15, 2012
     • 9 replies
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     • Guest
     • June 20, 2012