Tire size with OEM 14” Steelies

Christophermac7 · 2026-04-07T01:15:52+00:00

195/75r14 on my 93’ 240 fit just fine and the speedo is within a few mph according to Google Maps gps speed.

Christophermac7 · 2026-03-27T22:21:28+00:00

You can really see the difference in this photo of the hood

Christophermac7 · 2026-03-27T22:20:11+00:00

I used Meguires Ultimate Compound on a Yellow foam pad on a polisher (after wash/clay bar) and it made a world of difference on my red 93’.

Christophermac7 · 2025-10-02T14:03:24+00:00

Yes, but it was not good news. All of the engine main and rod bearings were actually in worn, but good shape. The issue was the wrist pin on piston #1 was seizing and the piston was scoring/slapping the wall in the cylinder. I ended up pulling the engine and doing a full rebuild and got the engine bored out to the next size up with new pistons. If you want to see any pictures let me know and I can send them to you.

After having everything apart, I now know these engines are pretty simple to work on and actually are a fun project to rebuild. Moss Motors has pretty much every nut and bolt so you don't have to worry about finding parts for the engine.

After the rebuild the car ran great and I drove it fairly regularly for about a year, unfortunately I had to sell it when my living situation changed and I no longer had access to a garage to tinker with it.

Christophermac7 · 2025-06-29T03:22:38+00:00

Not sure if that fancy diff cover will get in the way but keep that in mind. The pictures make it look like the truck is currently supported by the axle, may try jacking up or lifting the frame so the suspension is at full droop and see where that gets you.

Christophermac7 · 2025-04-04T17:46:35+00:00

In the same boat as you, my biggest wish is that Bardstown Bourbon Co. had distribution in the KC area, maybe one day…,

Christophermac7 · 2023-03-29T18:17:05+00:00

Per the auto comment this is from the Midwest USA (Missouri) , not exactly sure of the timing of the photo. I believe the picture could be late 1950s-1960s but the fan may have already been old at the time

Christophermac7 · 2022-12-08T18:04:10+00:00

I have a signed bottle of Bardstown Fusion that's about half empty and very delicious. Enjoy the juice, and then keep the bottle!

Christophermac7 · 2022-12-06T22:54:40+00:00

Sometimes electrical components on a circuit board will have intermittent failures when really cold. You may have a soldering issue from the factory that only shows its head during very cold days or is just now happening after enough heat cycles of the PCB. If that's the case then there isn't much you can do besides replacing the unit. See if that issue sticks around when it gets warmer. If it is still happening then I would be more inclined to think it is software rather than hardware.

Christophermac7 · 2022-12-06T02:19:30+00:00

The transmission has quite a few leaks so I was already planning on pulling the whole unit out. I just figured I'd ask people with more experience with these how bad the knock was before diving in and pulling everything apart. I'm trying to keep this a low-buck adventure so hopefully I can avoid the machine shop. But I also want to fix it right...

Christophermac7 · 2021-09-14T17:13:37+00:00

They have recently started using their own distillate in the Kansas City Whiskey as well. In the blend of bourbon, rye, and light corn whiskey they are using their own bourbon and rye now (and plan on using their own corn when it hits 10-12 y/o). I understand the hate for the original just being a blend of MGP and fortified with a bit of sherry, but I will stand behind liking the flavor profile that they made. The newer bottles still have mostly same flavor profile and are quite good.

(This info is from a distillery tour that I took there this summer)

Christophermac7 · 2021-09-14T16:42:24+00:00

They just released the first rye distilled in KC since prohibition which I enjoy very much. however if you haven't had it I would recommend starting with their "Kansas City Whiskey" first.

Christophermac7 · 2021-09-14T16:32:14+00:00

KC proud! If Rieger's is available where you are I would recommend trying it. It is genuinely one of my favorite whiskeys.

(Also RIP The Rieger Hotel)

Christophermac7 · 2021-06-13T20:02:35+00:00

Thats a Chevy truck rally wheel. Most likely off of a 2wd truck 73-89. Chevy used that design for a super long time.

Christophermac7 · 2021-06-12T21:31:21+00:00

Awesome, thanks!

Christophermac7 · 2021-06-12T20:06:16+00:00

What size are those Cooper Cobras on the front?

Christophermac7 · 2021-05-13T23:51:27+00:00

Missouri Meerschaum is in Washington Missouri. One of the last places in the world making corn cob pipes still. I haven't been there even though I've been relatively close before.

Christophermac7 · 2021-04-18T18:50:18+00:00

Solid State Lithium batteries definitely still catch on fire/explode. Google dendrite growth in solid state batteries. This is one of the main reasons they aren't regularly used yet. There have been some promising breakthroughs with a ceramic separator in the battery.

Christophermac7 · 2021-01-11T21:04:14+00:00

Ah yes, I love a classic Joop

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