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1974 Javelin - Storage to Street - Where to Start? |
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1970390amx
AMC Addicted Joined: Jul/11/2008 Location: colorado Status: Offline Points: 3311 |
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If old hoses and wires are original they may have markings and such that would be relevant to some one doing a restoration. Original parts have part numbers and may have special hoses, not just run of the mill generic stuff. Like some cars the heater hose has a white line the length or a rib that runs the length. If you look long enough in the project section you will see where people have created stamps to duplicate original markings on hoses master cly
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1970 390 4speed Bittersweet shadow mask AMX
1970 Amx missing most everything, or in a box |
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gremlin 72
AMC Apprentice Joined: Jul/25/2010 Location: Lake Bluff, Ill Status: Offline Points: 83 |
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I would first take pictures of your car, inside, outside, underside and engine bay. Put them on your computer to think about what you want out of your car. Get costs on every picture for updates. Now you have to figure what you can/want to do on your own(u-tube is a great resource) and what you need to do. It is a simple path for a long term, enjoyable trip for you and your car. I suggest a once and done approach is the safest and cost effective approach. Good luck and enjoy!
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348AMX
AMC Addicted Joined: Jul/03/2007 Location: Massachusetts Status: Offline Points: 4165 |
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Change the plugs cap rotor and points, swap in a new or known good battery put some fresh gas in the tank( a few gallons) and then in the fuel bowls or squirt directly down the bores, and crank it over and see if it starts if it does it will pull the gas in the tank up to the carb and it should stay running even if you need to keep the accelerator depressed slightly until it warms up and you can then check the system for any fuel leaks and repair if needed.
After that is worked out, I'd go right to the brakes; check for leaks and even bleed the lines if there are no leaks. Obviously replace anything leaking or that looks worn. Brakes are easy anyway, so even if you did a full brake system restore it's quite simple with a TSM, even if your not a mechanic. Once it runs and stops your on your way to get it back on the street. You'll get lots of help here if you cant get it started or if you need help with the brakes. Once you are able to go for a test drive you can observe how the suspension is working and the transmission or any other things that may need attention and THEN plan what you want to do to the car to get it ready for that 401. Edited by 348AMX - Apr/26/2015 at 6:08pm |
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dutovia
AMC Fan Joined: Jul/16/2012 Location: Michigan Status: Offline Points: 6 |
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So, shortly after these posts I changed jobs which put my restore on hiatus for quite a while. I'm now at a point where I'm able to get my feet wet again :-)
I've decided to go with the 401 build and a Hampton roots blower add-on. What are everyone's feelings on choke styles on the carbs? No choke, auto choke, or manual choke? I don't think I'd like a manual because I really don't want extra cables or a pull knob by the dash. I remember the old days when pumping the gas pedal was required before turning the engine over so I was leaning toward an auto choke hoping that I wouldn't need to do that (I've never used one before). The car would only get driven to car shows and "Sunday driving" once and awhile during the warmer summer months, but living in Michigan would definitely mean some cold starts on cold mornings once and awhile. Any thoughts on the auto choke? Would that give an easier start than pumping the pedal? Thanks for any input :-) |
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Mopar_guy
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That's easy! Fuel injection!! |
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"Hemilina" My 1973, 5.7 Hemi swapped Javelin |
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DAMX
AMC Apprentice Joined: Nov/13/2017 Location: Silicon Valley Status: Offline Points: 194 |
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I'll throw my hat in the ring on this one. Since you are going to install a 650-700hp 401 in the car I would start by removing the original drive train, fuel system, motor, rear suspension, etc as none of the stock items will work at this power level. In other words don't spend time or effort on things you won't use. One other thing is you will need appropriate safety gear to run at the strip. Properly setup the car will be that fast. Just something to think about.
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