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New Port Engineering – “Clean Wipe” Wiper Drive

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                   The Clean Wipe Wiper Drive is a true bolt-in replacement for your original equipment vacuum or electric windshield wiper motor. Each model of the Clean Wipe Wiper Drive is designed for the specific year and model of vehicle. Wiper drives attach to the stock mounting brackets. Designed for attachment to O.E.M. wiper transmission or cable drums. Each kit comes complete with nylon bushings to replace the rubber grommets in the wiper transmission linkage arms. (when required) Clears Stock Cowl Vent and Air Conditioning          This was by far the easiest and best investment I  install in my old Merc. It … Continue reading New Port Engineering – “Clean Wipe” Wiper Drive

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Ventura Nationals – Hot Rod & Motorcycle Show

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WHERE: Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 West Harbor Blvd., Ventura. CA 93001 Go to venturacountyfair.org for directions WHEN: September 4th and 5th, 2010 GATES: Car/Motorcycle participants 7AM General Admission 9AM ADMISSION PRICES: $10, Active Military $5, Children under 12 FREE CAR REGISTRATION: pre-registered vehicles price is $35 for both days – at the Gate $45 for both days Live Music, Silent Auction to benefit the Breast Cancer Fund Judging takes place on Saturday, Trophy presentation is on Sunday. Must be present to receive award. The show goes on Rain or Shine Continue reading Ventura Nationals – Hot Rod & Motorcycle Show

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The Merc Is Up & Running.

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The day has finally arrived; the Merc will fire on its own and stay running! I had a chance to drop through the gears, and to my delight, the transmission works wonderfully. The brakes are still harsh, so I need to bleed them again. We have the wiring to finish up and, last but not least, the damn bodywork! It’s been crazy in the garage as there are so many damn projects we are working on that I sometimes don’t touch my car for a few days. With the warm weather coming around, it puts the excitement back into getting … Continue reading The Merc Is Up & Running.