Two 75 Imperial Questions -- Vinyl Top Removal and Cam Profile
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Two 75 Imperial Questions -- Vinyl Top Removal and Cam Profile



Thank you all for your advice.� The engine is getting an “in car” rebuild since the cylinder walls and crank bearing surfaces measure well and look great.� I will probably use the Comp Cam that was recommended,� but with the lower rear end ratio, higher engine rpm, I may go up one step.� Putting in high volume oil pump and performance fuel pump, along with high volume water pump.� �I also will be putting on the 750 electric choke Edelbrock, Mopar HP ignition, and Edelbrock Performer manifold.� �I am going to go to 2 �” dual exhaust with an ‘X” pipe and a low restriction, but quiet, set of stainless mufflers to go with HP manifolds.� The rear end is going up to 3.55 sure grip that is being totally rebuilt.� Transmission is being rebuilt with a HD kit and a Transgo (?) RV modification.

 

Something I am also going to add to the 4 wheel disk brakes is the BrakeGard system.� This controversial brake addition has worked very well for me in heavy vehicles.� I have them on a 68 NY and the car stops unbelievably well.� I have also had them on a motor home with 4 wheel disks and the stopping capability was nothing short of amazing.� These are a hydraulic damper that keeps the wheels from locking up.

 

About 3-4 months, I will post pictures.� Interior will be stock leather with Chrysler AM/FM Stereo/CB radio, XM Satellite tuner, CD Changer, extra sound insulation,�� New vinyl top will be of original material.� Cost is $450.

 

Bet thing to clean top with that I have found is paint thinner and a scraper.� A tip:� If you buy a 4” wide paint scraper, remember that the blade is turned sharp edge in when you buy it.� I felt like the fellow who wanted to know what that noise was when he took a chain saw back to the dealer when he was disappointed with the performance and the dealer started the chainsaw.� I am going to prep and paint the top myself so that it won’t rust while I am getting the mechanicals straight.

 

Henry

 


From: mailing-list-owner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:mailing-list-owner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Henry Blair
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2004 5:19 PM
To: mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: IML: Two 75 Imperial Questions -- Vinyl Top Removal and Cam Profile

 

I bought a 75 Imperial from another list member, High Mileage [otisdavidson@xxxxxxxxx].  I am now starting to rebuild the car to use as a first class tow vehicle/nice daily driver.

 

I now have a custom upholstery shop in Marietta, GA that will put on an exact replica of the original top for $450.  I have used this shop before, and while they are not cheap, they are the best auto trim shop in the Atlanta area.  I just took the old top off.  What is good for getting the adhesive off after you remove the vinyl?

 

Also, I am going to put an RV cam in the car, if the profile is significantly different from the one that is in it.  Does anyone know what the profile and specs of the stock cam are?  Car will have a Edelbrock 750 cfm / Performer 440 manifold with HP exhaust manifolds and 2 1/4” duals and the high performance electronic ignition.  Car now has a 750 Holley that I cannot tune due to “Holley ignorance” that is way rich.  Car will not have cats as Georgia does not inspect cars over 25 years old.  Rear end will be a 3.21 sure grip.  Heaviest trailer and car combination will be less than 3 tons.  I am leaving the cylinder heads stock with a 3 angle valve job.

 

Any advice will be appreciated.

 

Henry Blair

Roswell, GA



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