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Last seen: February 19, 2026 9:09 pm
Something for you taxi lovers:
Yet another for sale:
Thanks guys. I was already thinking this was hyperbole similar to that heard when they removed lead from gas. While many predicted immediate engine ...
Josh, Your old carb should be able to be rebuilt. You can still get a rebuild kit for the 2178 carb from NAPA. If you don't want to tackle this job...
Watch for somebody parting out a '55 or '56 Chrysler or DeSoto. Perhaps other years fit as well. Somebody that know what years fit will likely respo...
I think the dollar amount is the giveaway...4012012! Coincidentally, that is today's date, April 1, 2012! I had to sleep on it to figure it out. Go...
Thanks Tim and Steve for your possible solutions. Anybody else have anything further to share before I forward this to the interested member? Mark
Thanks for all the feedback. You have confirmed my suspicions of a bad float or other carburetor problem. Steve...DIY for me on this job will consis...
Ryan, Please elaborate on the type of parts you are hunting. I am the '55 Model Year Coordinator and can likely provide some help/advice. Click &quo...
It's now on eBay:
Yet another rare Coronado, this one appears to have had its top repainted at some point in life: Mark
Tim...in case you need a second A/C switch: