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I have a new 75 big eldo with a non-functional decklid pulldown and a defective power antenna. My mechanical skills are weak, but willing. Does anyone have a...
ddiaconr
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Aug 2, 2007
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Photos on request. Top works, engine runs. Good project car in that it appears to have most, if not all, parts, but needs work to be a daily driver. Email...
Dan Runion
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Aug 2, 2007
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You should be able to find a used or rebuilt pulldown on ebay, same with the antenna. You should get a factory service manual for the car. They are cheap, a 1...
Brian Rachlin
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Aug 2, 2007
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thanks. is a factory service manual the same as a shop manual?and where on ebay do I look for step by step replacement instructions? dick d From:...
ddiaconr
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Aug 3, 2007
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I did not word that correctly. The instructions are not on ebay, but you can find shop manuals for sale there. That is what i meant to convey to you. There...
Brian Rachlin
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Aug 3, 2007
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thanks again. I have a 75 service manual and I'm sure that the 76 is the same process. for some reason 76 service manuals are expensive. I also need to repair...
ddiaconr
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Aug 3, 2007
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Hi all. I have always wanted this magnificent car and now I'm ready to do it. Woo-hoo! First color choice is any of the blues, second choice is red or white....
pc_recruiter1995
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Aug 15, 2007
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I would say the worst thing to look for would be rust, on the frame and the floors. Convertibles are much worse. Every car I have seen seems to have some form...
D Friedman
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Aug 15, 2007
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Stay away from anything rusty. If you are talking about surface rust, that's one thing. If it needs floors patched, or more serious structural work, it's NOT...
Brian Rachlin
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Aug 15, 2007
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Check the drive axles - Torn or loose boots (especially the outers) are fairly common. They can be repaired / replaced, though. Also, the rears of the front...
Joe Rakes
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Aug 15, 2007
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I've got a 1971 convertible with rusty undercarriage for sale in Kansas City. However, it would likely need more work than you describe ("one that is good...
Dan Runion, CPA
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Aug 15, 2007
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Dan I have a nice 73 in Houston that might fit your pistol; white, with black interior. If you have interest, I can email pics. I bought it in March on ebay...
ddiaconr
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Aug 15, 2007
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Fit your pistol? Is that Texan-speak? On 8/15/07, ddiaconr <ddiaconr@...> wrote: *I have a nice 73 in Houston that might fit your pistol* -- Joe...
Joe Foerster
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Aug 15, 2007
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Wow! What a helpful and educational bunch of folks you are. (That is NOT sarcarsm, it is sincere.) Ok, here's where I'm at: I think I found one but I'm in IL...
pc_recruiter1995
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Aug 15, 2007
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Are you a member of the National Cadillac club? If so, you could probably use their registry to locate someone to look at the car for you. My rule of thumb on...
76 Eldorado
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Aug 15, 2007
10:31 pm
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Saw this thread--i have a '76 Bicentennial edition #73/ 200 21,000 miles. Always garaged . Am considering selling . I want a ' 56 Lincoln Premiere Convert. ......
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Aug 15, 2007
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Excellent idea re the National Cadillac Club. Thanks. I've been passively looking in my area for a few months but never did an intense local search. I am about...
pc_recruiter1995
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Aug 16, 2007
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Hi 76 Eldo...your car sounds like a creampuff in superb condition. I bet it's beautiful. But it's not for me most likely because A: I don't have that Lincoln...
pc_recruiter1995
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Aug 16, 2007
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I assume you mean the Cadillac-LaSalle Club, Brian? Check here for club info: http://www.cadillaclasalleclub.com/ Be aware, though, that they are somewhat...
Joe Rakes
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Aug 16, 2007
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PC Recruiter1995 I just read Brian's reply and I certainly agree with the never buy sight unseen. However, I now have 3 that were bought sight unseen on ebay....
ddiaconr
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Aug 16, 2007
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I wasn't the person looking for the Lincoln. My car is the black one on the group's homepage. Brian...
Brian Rachlin
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Aug 16, 2007
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Hi I am the one with the Bicentennial looking for a 56 Premiere Conv. I love my 76 -have owned it for 15 years. just am ready for something a little different....
juboxman
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Aug 16, 2007
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... Sorry Brian! I am in the Buyer's Euphoria zone and got sloppy!...
pc_recruiter1995
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Aug 16, 2007
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shore is. you're not trying to sell anyone that you are a native californian are you? I've lived in anaheim, costa mesa, and hawthorne at times in my life. ...
ddiaconr
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Aug 16, 2007
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... I love my 76 -have ... different. If anyone is interested, or ... Barry in NC ... What is the asking price and do you have any pics? Preferably detail ...
TOM GORE
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Aug 17, 2007
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Tom Gore
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Aug 17, 2007
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Tom, Photo received. Thanks, Brian...
Brian Rachlin
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Aug 17, 2007
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Hello all, Approximately 4 years / 10000 miles ago I had Uniroyal Radial A/S's installed on my 76 Eldo. Shortly after this I replaced all the tie-rods, pitman,...
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Aug 20, 2007
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The big FWD Eldos (as well as their cousin Toronados) do tend to chew up front tires. They're big, relatively powerful and, most importantly, _FWD_. Lesser...
Joe Rakes
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Aug 20, 2007
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This probably doesn't help answer your question, but I will share my experience with you. I just happen to have a set of Uniroyal tires on my 77 Biarritz. I...
Todd Overton
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