http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive The Chrysler 300 Mailing List RSS feed at ForwardLook.net en-us postmaster@forwardlook.net (The Forward Look Network) Copyright (c) 1997-2012 The Forward Look Network as a compilation work postmaster@forwardlook.net (The Forward Look Network) 2012-02-09T00:16:05-05:00 http://www.forwardlook.net/images/fwlbevelsm.jpg http://www.forwardlook.net http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36879.html Rob Kern 2012-02-08T22:53:32-05:00 Hello 300’ly to all! After 4 weeks of hunting I managed to find a source for 375 HP 392 Hemi camshafts ground from new blanks! Rod at Iskendarian Racing Cams has the new blanks and uses the Z20 grind for the standard 392 375 HP Hemi. This is very close to ... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36878.html Rob Kern 2012-02-08T22:37:11-05:00 Hello 300’ly to all! The Diamondback 235/75/R14 tire situation has come back to bite us! I spoke with Bill Chapman today who owns Diamondback Tires. A real southern gentleman. He is very frustrated over the 235/75/R14 tire project. He just got off the phon... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36877.html John Lyons 2012-02-08T21:55:07-05:00 Hello all - I've got our F hubcaps apart - question on repainting the centers: Looking at the Club archives I see reference to Cummins' Apex Red #3163075 as the paint color for these centers, as well as for the crossrams. • Is my understanding correct, th... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36876.html cpaviper 2012-02-08T21:40:02-05:00 Hello all - I've got our F hubcaps apart - question on repainting the centers:  Looking at the Club archives I see reference to Cummins' Apex Red #3163075 as the paint color for these centers, as well as for the crossrams.     • Is my understanding correc... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36875.html lettercars 2012-02-08T13:25:39-05:00 Hello all - I've got our F hubcaps apart - question on repainting the centers: Looking at the Club archives I see reference to Cummins' Apex Red #3163075 as the paint color for these centers, as well as for the crossrams. • Is my understanding correct, th... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36874.html jean-yves chouinard 2012-02-08T11:21:22-05:00 That is great news… my F coupe that I am restoring should be ready to roll this Summer...so I will need tires! Jean-Yves De : Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] De la part de Rob Kern Envoyé : 7 février 2012 21:48 À : Chrysler... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36873.html Larry Jabin 2012-02-07T20:53:48-05:00 Rob Do you know if they will have the same overall diameter as 900 X 14 which I think is 28.68 Thanks Larry Jabin Larry@xxxxxxxxxx<mailto:L.jabin1007@xxxxxxxxxx> From: Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Rob Kern S... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36872.html Rob Kern 2012-02-07T20:48:30-05:00 Hello 300’ly to all! I spoke with a representative at Diamondback Tires in Conway, S.C. yesterday regarding the 235/75/R14 2.5”WW tire project for our ‘Brutes. The prototype has finally met their quality standards and they are targeting early to mid-summer... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36871.html jean-yves chouinard 2012-02-07T19:03:12-05:00 I bought some from Bob Drake repro parts. It`s a Ford parts place, but they sell that tar cardboard type stuff that looks just like the original on our Chrysler 300 Their phone is : 1 800 221 3673. Jean-Yves De : Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:Chrysle... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36870.html John Lyons 2012-02-07T19:01:23-05:00 Hi club and apologies out of the gate that this is not 300 related but I felt it was important enough to pass along. I have an old house and recently purchased a vintage doorknob set on ebay. It was fairly inexpensive and at the conclusion of the auction, ... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36869.html David Schwandt 2012-02-07T18:31:44-05:00 Same here. Just folded a piece 2 or 3 thicknesses. Dave Schwandt -----Original Message----- From: Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Ted Sent: Tuesday, February 07, 2012 4:32 PM To: Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Sub... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36868.html Ted 2012-02-07T17:34:28-05:00 i used heavy tar paper From: Ronald Kurtz <mark6268@xxxxxxxxxxxxx <mailto:mark6268%40sbcglobal.net> > Subject: [Chrysler300] Gas Tank Pad for a '64 To: chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx <mailto:chrysler300%40yahoogroups.com> Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 3:44... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36867.html Mark Lindahl 2012-02-07T17:16:33-05:00 From: Ronald Kurtz <mark6268@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> Subject: [Chrysler300] Gas Tank Pad for a '64 To: chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 3:44 PM   Hello, everyone: I am looking for a suitable replacement pad that goes between the top of ... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36866.html Ronald Kurtz 2012-02-07T16:44:26-05:00 Hello, everyone: I am looking for a suitable replacement pad that goes between the top of the gas tank and the trunk floor pan of a 1964 Chrysler. I have the original but it falling apart. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Best, Ron Kurtz E #292 [Non-t... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36865.html Rich Barber 2012-02-07T13:33:17-05:00 <http://www.forwardlook.net/forums/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=40083 <http://www.forwardlook.net/forums/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=40083&posts=2> &posts=2# M306633> &posts=2#M306633 Dave, ebay finally figgered out how to do SHORT links try this method www.... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36864.html Michael Reed 2012-02-07T04:17:49-05:00 > One more time! > http://www.forwardlook.net/forums/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=40083 <http://www.forwardlook.net/forums/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=40083&posts=2# M306633> &posts=2#M306633 Dave, ebay finally figgered out how to do SHORT links try this met... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36863.html Rich Barber 2012-02-06T21:12:01-05:00 <http://www.forwardlook.net/forums/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=40083&posts=2# M306633> &posts=2#M306633 Dave, ebay finally figgered out how to do SHORT links try this method www.ebay.com/itm/ then the item number so your link would then look like this for ... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36862.html David Schwandt 2012-02-06T21:06:19-05:00 Push the lower cushion towards the rear of the car and pick straight up. The back cushion is held in place with 2 screws that go through tabs on the bottom into the package shelf X brace. Remove the screws and pull up and towards the rear somewhat to relea... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36861.html hyfire303 2012-02-06T19:16:41-05:00 Hello guys, The manual I have doesn't say how to remove the rear seat from my car. Does anyone have any tips for taking the rear seat out? Thank you! Josh ------------------------------------ To send a message to this group, send an email to: Chrysler300@... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36860.html paul 2012-02-06T17:22:01-05:00 Dave, ebay finally figgered out how to do SHORT links try this method www.ebay.com/itm/ then the item number so your link would then look like this for this instance www.ebay.com/itm/120854538075 as far as I can experiment, this works with all listings http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36859.html Gloria Moon 2012-02-06T13:29:40-05:00 Hi All, This 300D was for sale on eBay December 2007 with a no sale in CA. Asking price then was $25,000. It was also for sale on eBay in April 2004. Don't know if it was sold at that time or what the reserve was. It look rough, but restorable with lots of... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36858.html David Schwandt 2012-02-06T13:10:10-05:00 One more time! http://www.forwardlook.net/forums/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=40083&posts=2#M 306633 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ To send a message to this group, send an email to: Chrysler300@xxx... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36857.html David Schwandt 2012-02-06T13:07:41-05:00 Gloria???!!! http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chrysler-300-Series-1958-CHRYSLER-300D-RARE-P ROJECT-HEMI-392-CALIFORNIA-CAR-LOW-MILES-BARN-FIND-/120854538075?pt=US_Cars_ Trucks&hash=item1c237de75b [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] --------... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36856.html David Schwandt 2012-02-06T13:06:11-05:00 Gloria, OK, What do we know about this car??? Dave S. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chrysler-300-Series-1958-CHRYSLER-300D-RARE-P ROJECT-HEMI-392-CALIFORNIA-CAR-LOW-MILES-BARN-FIND-/120854538075?pt=US_Cars_ Trucks&hash=item1c237de75b [Non-text portions of... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36855.html Don Verity 2012-02-06T10:48:42-05:00 I'm located in Rhode Island, forgot to add that. Don ----- Original Message ----- From: Don Verity To: chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Sent: Monday, February 06, 2012 10:16 AM Subject: [Chrysler300] Transmissions Hi Group, I have two rebuilt transmissions for ... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36854.html Don Verity 2012-02-06T10:16:21-05:00 Hi Group, I have two rebuilt transmissions for sale. The first is a complete 62 727 with all the emergency brake hardware. The second is a 72 727 small block. This is the kind that will work with the early Hemi with an adapter. Both are ready to install. $... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36853.html Arthur Lombardi 2012-02-06T07:42:58-05:00 Looking for realy for 61 300 seat .Have stanless for coupe and conv set of carbs for 61 rebuild and other parts call art 1203 2687512 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ To send a message to this group... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36852.html Kathy Rook 2012-02-05T22:53:36-05:00 Hey Guys I wanted to let you know that Kathy Rook will be having an auction on all remain car parts on March 10, 2012. Not all parts are identified. I have seats, steering wheels, chrome pieces and other misc parts. I am returning emails that I got last ye... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36851.html Ron Waters 2012-02-05T22:30:14-05:00 Earlier today, Tim Tomlin posted a response to my opinion that the club consider going to an electronic format for the newsletter. Initially, I just sent a response to Tim. But I reconsidered and felt that it should be posted to the list. Ron > Hi Tim - g... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36850.html Edward Mills Antique Tractors 2012-02-05T22:16:46-05:00 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ To send a message to this group, send an email to: Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to bob@xxxxxxxxxxxxx or go to http://au... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36849.html Geoff Matthews 2012-02-05T21:53:35-05:00 HI Gloria, Yes a great achievment for the club,and creates a greater format for color photos etc.How ever i enjoy the club magazines ,and as per other comments,easy to take away and read at a moments notice.No doubt room for both with in the club. On a dow... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36848.html Ron Waters 2012-02-05T21:53:05-05:00 Earlier today, Tim Tomlin posted a response to my opinion that the club consider going to an electronic format for the newsletter. Initially, I just sent a response to Tim. But I reconsidered and felt that it should be posted to the list. Ron -------------... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36847.html Bill Leahy 2012-02-05T20:28:35-05:00 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ To send a message to this group, send an email to: Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to bob@xxxxxxxxxxxxx or go to http://au... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36846.html Ted 2012-02-05T20:04:37-05:00 i prefer the digital format and dont need the mailed copy. ted ________________________________ From: Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx on behalf of Anthony Rinaldi Sent: Sun 2/5/2012 3:30 PM To: Don Verity; Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx; Ron Waters Subject: Re: [... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36845.html Tony Cavoli 2012-02-05T16:38:25-05:00 They supplied me with seat fabric and vinyl roof for my Eldorado a few years ago without any dramas whatsoever. However, I have read many mixed reports so take care. Regards Tony Cavoli Cavoli & Co Solicitors Level 9, 179 Queen Street Melbourne Vic 3000 Te... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36844.html Anthony Rinaldi 2012-02-05T15:18:41-05:00 As much as I would prefer to have an all digital format, I know some long time members who still have rotary phones and no computers.   They still burn the same high test gas as in everyone else's 300s though.   Tony Rinaldi 300-F Conv't __________________... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36843.html Don Verity 2012-02-05T12:45:14-05:00 In one word. NO Don Verity ----- Original Message ----- From: Ron Waters To: Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Sent: Sunday, February 05, 2012 12:09 PM Subject: Re: [Chrysler300] Kudos Hi Gloria - This may be a good question to put to the membership. Is it a saf... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36842.html tomlin 2012-02-05T12:30:28-05:00 Gloria and others, First, I think the new e-news is great. I wish to add now, before things get out of hand, that I was dismayed to have the push made already to convert to a strictly electronic communiication for the club. I whole heartedly agree with Glo... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36841.html David Schwandt 2012-02-05T12:10:24-05:00 Does anyone know where I can get a new or reconditioned a/c receiver dryer for a 300F? Thanks, Fred Grossi Arroyo Grande, CA [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ To send a message to this group, send a... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36840.html Ron Waters 2012-02-05T12:09:04-05:00 Hi Gloria - This may be a good question to put to the membership. Is it a safe to assume that in 2012, the majority of club members have computers and access to the internet ? Yes, it's nice to have the magazine to read while sitting on the couch or waitin... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36839.html George McKovich 2012-02-05T11:38:02-05:00 Does anyone have an extra correct 6 blade fan for use on a thermal clutch for a 57 300C? Please contact me directly at: george@xxxxxxxxxxxx Thanks George ------------------------------------ To send a message to this group, send an email to: Chrysler300@xx... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36838.html Gloria Moon 2012-02-05T11:21:57-05:00 Hi Ron, It is a wonderful ezine, but not all of the club membership can see it. About half do not belong to the listserver and we don't know if they use or have computers. So to publish all newsletters on line wouldn't be fair to them. And some of us like ... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36837.html cpaviper 2012-02-05T11:19:34-05:00 Hello all - I've got our F hubcaps apart - question on repainting the centers:  Looking at the Club archives I see reference to Cummins' Apex Red #3163075 as the paint color for these centers, as well as for the crossrams. • Is my understanding correct, t... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36836.html Bob Merritt 2012-02-05T06:21:16-05:00 Does anyone know where I can get a new or reconditioned a/c receiver dryer for a 300F? Thanks, Fred Grossi Arroyo Grande, CA [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ To send a message to this group, send a... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36835.html Sam Cohen 2012-02-05T00:21:38-05:00 Hi, I also highly recommend SMS. I've used them to restore my Cadillac interiors to original factory condition. They had the fabric patterns and they were willing to make multiple tries until the leather was a really good match. Depending on the type of ma... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36834.html hmpirish 2012-02-04T21:58:42-05:00 Hello Fred and all 300 Fans, When I inherited my Dad's '56 Windsor Newport in 1994, the only place I could find the correct fabric to repair the driver's sideof the front seat was SMS. Simularly, two years age when I decided to replace all the fabric in my... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36833.html Matt Allyn 2012-02-04T20:59:43-05:00 Yes. About 13 years ago I ordered many yards of basket weave and smooth vinyl and carpet to reupholster my 1962 New Yorker 9 passenger wagon.  A lot of yardage to fill that car.  It was also in a color to match the factory Rosewood exterior.; I was very ha... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36832.html Ron Waters 2012-02-04T17:54:46-05:00 Yes, this looks great. So much more can be done when the club news is delivered electronically. I'm personally hoping that this is the future of our club's publications. It would save us lots of hassles and of course, printing costs. We could also create a... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36831.html Rich Barber 2012-02-04T17:36:00-05:00 I am now getting the E-News button on first try, so for Internet Explorer operators, it may be necessary to click on the refresh icon once to place the new and revised page in the cache memory. This is probably due to those pesky “settings”. Rich From: Ant... http://www.forwardlook.net/300-archive/msg36830.html Rob Kern 2012-02-04T17:31:34-05:00 Hello 300’ly to all! Kudos to the Electronic Communications Committee for a swell job on the “e” newsletter! I thoroughly enjoyed it and had no trouble getting on using the link John Lyons posted. This is a real professional job and truly promotes the Club...