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My 1971 Javelin SST Retirement project |
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flejl 
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 Topic: My 1971 Javelin SST Retirement projectPosted: Jan/12/2026 at 1:07pm |
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I joined the forum back in 2021 when I was trying to get ready for retirement and I found a 1971 Javelin as a project to give me something to do beside watching TV.
Four years later I finally retired in December 2024 and really did not start working on the car until spring of 2025. Between 2021 and 2024 I spent allot of time on the forum learning and searching for parts. While reading and learning here, I found tremendous amount of good information was included in the "build stories", but at least for me it required allot of reading or manual searching, so when I had a question, I created a new post on the specific topic if I could not find the information I needed. After reading how many forum members document their projects, I went back and found the posts I created or replied to for the project that I thought may be useful or at least help document how the car is progressing. Hopefully all of this makes sense, at least it did to me and my deranged brain! Project Start and introduction to forum Trying to decide what to do Cleaning mouse nests Finding a replacement plastic floor shift handle Sticky Steering Wheel Engine upgrade or not? 360 engine core 401 engine core Thinking about a 4bbl Manifold Thinking about using a 700r4 trans Picked up an AMC bolt pattern 727 TF Rust Removal Patch Panel Information Finally getting ready to prime the oil system in the engine Battery Tray Replacement Fun with Water Pumps Replacing engine freeze/core plugs Cleaning up the engine bay Engine Thermostat Housing Alternator Upgrade/replacement The world's longest brake job - This is where I am as of right now Replacing the Eaton Power Steering Pump - Reusing an old thread and adding a new one Edited by flejl - Feb/23/2026 at 1:56pm |
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bikerfox
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Posted: Jan/13/2026 at 12:02am |
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wow, that's quite a bit of cataloging and research! thank you for doing so and certainly
this will help current/future amc-ers.
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1968 AMX (2005-2011) 1969 SC/Rambler (2011-2019) 1970 Javelin (2019 to ?)"Jane" |
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flejl
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Posted: Feb/09/2026 at 3:50pm |
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I have two more brake lines to run and then I will be moving on to replacing the power steering pump. After refilling the reservoir several times and finding the fluid on the floor below, it seems this is the next thing that needs attention.
The car has an Eaton pump, and I find more than one place I could get a rebuild it, but in addition to the leak the pulley/shaft can be moved forward and backward about 1/4" and since Rockauto had a pump listed, I ordered one, plus a filter for the return line, and a new return hose. By the time these parts come in I am hoping I will be ready to install them and keep the project moving. PS Pump Return Line Filter |
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CamJam
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Posted: Feb/09/2026 at 9:59pm |
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Great to have a retirement project! I'm annoying as heck to have around the house if I don't have a car project going, so I'm told. Something about giving me meaning and purpose, I guess.
I'm fond of standard Javelins, as you can see, and I like the green color of yours. Don't see too many of the 71-74 in that color. Keep up the good work, Joe!
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390X2seater
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Posted: Feb/10/2026 at 12:12pm |
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[QUOTE=CamJam]Great to have a retirement project! I'm annoying as heck to have around the house if I don't have a car project going, so I'm told. Something about giving me meaning and purpose, I guess.
I've heard these words myself
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CamJam
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Posted: Feb/10/2026 at 9:52pm |
You have some pretty nice project cars there to keep you busy, lol. I have a BMW too, a 2007 335i, and just fixing what breaks on that one keeps me hopping.
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'72 Javelin SST
'73 Javelin 360 '69 Big Bad Orange AMX (SOLD) |
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flejl
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Posted: Feb/18/2026 at 1:54pm |
My wife and I have been married for over 46 years, so just beeing called annoying is like getting a compliment! |
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390X2seater wrote: