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Today in the shop we are looking at threadlock. Dave will be reviewing the different colors and the holding strength that each posses and identify examples of where to use each on your muscle car, truck or daily driver. Be sure to subscribe to the First Place Auto Parts YouTube channel where we will continue to add new product reviews, how to and car guy event cove …
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Today in the First Place Auto Parts shop we will diagnose and repair the heater and AC blower motor found on many GM vehicles made from the 70's thru the late 80's including the Chevy C10 square body we have in the shop. It's common for the rear blower motor shaft bearing to seize on the shaft and make a howling or screeching noise indicating the need for replacement. …
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Is Your AC Not Blowing Air? Car Heater Not Working?How to Diagnose and Replace a GM HVAC Blower Motor Driving a classic muscle car or truck is part of the rewards of ownership and being comfortable when driving adds to the experience. If your AC is not blowing air or car heater is not working, your comfort level may be at risk. Figure 1: Your HVAC blower motor in your c …
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Muscle Car Seat FoamClassic Car Interior Restoration Figure 1:Very nicely restored front bucket seats using new seat foam Of the four components that make up your muscle car’s front bucket seat (seat frame, seat springs, seat foam, and upholstery), seat foam is an item that serves multiple functions in that it will determine the level of comfort and support the driver …
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Muscle Car Seat RestorationClassic Car Upholstery and Interior Restoration Kits Figure 1: Nicely restored 69 Chevelle front bucket seats There is nothing better that rowing the gears of the 4-speed in your favorite muscle car on a sunny day, that is unless the front bucket seats in your ride squeak and don’t provide you with the comfort and support they were designed t …
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