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From what I hear, rearched springs don't last very long before they sag again. May depend on the process followed.

My '66 had the same problem, so i made a set of 1" lift blocks and that restored my rear ride height.

There is a switch in the control panel actuated by the lever. This switch powers a relay on the passenger side fender (engine compartment) that switches power to the fan from high to low. I would find that wire and see if it's getting power when it's supposed to. Then you can determine whether you n...

Fantastic work

I don't do three panic stops in a row or drive down mountains without engine braking, so brake fade is not a big problem for me. In my '66 everything was in good order, but the biggest difference I noticed was in threshold braking. It is much easier to accomplish with disk brakes than with drum brak...

In my experience slotted rotors are noisier and tend to generate more vibrations.

Mikel and all, Just obtained the front end and all brake plumbing from a '71 Eldo. Will start disassembling the parts to take to sandblasting while obtaining all the new stuff I need (bushings, rebuilt calipers, rotors, bearings, ball joints, tie rod ends). My car is still with my restorer but assu...

Bummer. Good luck.

Any updates?

So sad. I hope the remaining usable parts go to a good home.

Nose panel w/ headlights - $100
Grille - $100
Intact hood latch handle - $75
Clean doors - $150 for the pair