Thin Lizzy

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Like Barnett mentioned, first determine where the leak is coming from.  Clean up that mess, run the motor, drive the car a few miles and double check.  I'd also check the trans fluid just to be certain coolant is not getting into the trans fluid from a leaking trans cooler inside the radiator.  These work good for stopping minor coolant leaks and do not clog cooling systems.  They will make the coolant look a little muddy in color.

I would clean all around the fitting with a brass or steel wire brush and determine exactly what is leaking first.

That  looks  more like  anti freeze than tranny  fluid.  Radiator is  probably  shot.

I'm jealous.  I want another 1970 or 1971 Dodge Challenger.  But, I'd have to sell my Mach 1 and just can't do that.  In my opinion, the Challenger is a better driver, but Mach 1's look better, both interior and exterior.  Anybody know why most (not all) Mopar people think their cars are valued like gold?  I have no clue.

A few weeks back I took my Mustang and Challenger along to my Son's school, as there was a car show being held there.
Here's a photo of the cars:

A few weeks back I took my Mustang and Challenger along to my Son's school, as there was a car show being held there.
Here's a photo of the cars:

A few weeks back I took my Mustang and Challenger along to my Son's school, as there was a car show being held there.
Here's a photo of the cars:

Hi All,
Well I was going to paint my 69 Mustang another color, but after the vote on here, I decided to keep it original paint, thanks for your comments.
And was going to buy another 69 fastback and paint that instead but decided not to have 2 Mustangs.
So bought another classic car instead, a mint and original 1970 Dodge Challenger 340 4 Barrel Performance Pack A66.
Hope you think it's ok:






 

Hi All,
Well I was going to paint my 69 Mustang another color, but after the vote on here, I decided to keep it original paint, thanks for your comments.
And was going to buy another 69 fastback and paint that instead but decided not to have 2 Mustangs.
So bought another classic car instead, a mint and original 1970 Dodge Challenger 340 4 Barrel Performance Pack A66.
Hope you think it's ok:






 

yeah it's quite ok. had several myself as i am a closet mopar guy. had 3 70 ta' challengers (sold my green one at barrett jackson in az), a 70 440 6 pack 4 speed bronze metallic with white interior challenger, 70 340 4 barrel all original orange challenger , 73 360 rallye conv blue with white interior, 71 340 cuda 4 speed convert b5 blue with white interior that galen govier bought, a 71 plumb cravy 383 convert with white interior, fully loaded including ac and power windows that madonna bought, 68 charger rt 440 black on black, and a few other mopar models.
 
 

Beautiful car!  Sorry guys, but the 1970-1974 Challengers are one of my favorite body style muscle cars.  I had a 1972 Challenger when I was younger.  I wish I could afford another one.  They're better suited and more comfortable for taller people than Mustangs.  Plus, as you work on it you'll find there's more room and your not jamming your arms into sharp sheet metal edges.  Nice buy!

Thanks for your comments.  No power steering and drum brakes takes some getting used to.  It looks good but the Mustang drives much better.
Just fits in the garage.

 
 

Nothing wrong with a Mopar, i have one also
70 Dodge Charger R/T 440 4 speed.

Hi All,
Well I was going to paint my 69 Mustang another color, but after the vote on here, I decided to keep it original paint, thanks for your comments.
And was going to buy another 69 fastback and paint that instead but decided not to have 2 Mustangs.
So bought another classic car instead, a mint and original 1970 Dodge Challenger 340 4 Barrel Performance Pack A66.
Hope you think it's ok:






 

Hi All,
Well I was going to paint my 69 Mustang another color, but after the vote on here, I decided to keep it original paint, thanks for your comments.
And was going to buy another 69 fastback and paint that instead but decided not to have 2 Mustangs.
So bought another classic car instead, a mint and original 1970 Dodge Challenger 340 4 Barrel Performance Pack A66.
Hope you think it's ok:






 

Snapping Blue spark will tell you a lot about the coil and is easy to check.  Brian

COLD STARTING PROBLEM
Ok, the cold start issue has nothing to do with gas percolating in the carb or vapor lock etc, therefore, a carb spacer will not help that, however, this does not mean that there is not some issue with the carb as well that a spacer can't improve or that a better spark won't help,  but the ideal way to approach this is to deal with the biggest issue first which is the cold start issue, and once that is fixed, it may very well automatically improve the hot start issue as well.
As far as removing the entire air cleaner goes to see if it starts easier as Brian suggested, also, try to see if the air filter base is interfering with the choke linkage. You can push the gas pedal to the floor once then carefully remove the air cleaner lid without disturbing the air cleaner base then look at the position of the choke butterfly. Next, remove the base and see if the butterfly closes more. Next open the throttle and see if the butterfly closes more.
If the butterfly closes more at any time with the base off during your inspection, the base is hitting some part of the choke mechanism, and if it is, it may be possible to modify it slightly so it does not. If it is not possible to modify it,  you might get enough clearance by installing a spacer between the air cleaner base and the carb. Most auto shops sell them and there re typically 2 - 3 different heights in the package. I would start with the lowest height if you do that. You will also have to be mindful of clearance between the air cleaner lid and bottom of the hood as it can be very closer on some set ups.
 
HOT STARTING PROBLEM
At least part of this problem could be caused by a few different things and possibly a combination of them. Below are just a few.
Too much initial timing.
Weak starter.
If you have headers the starter may be getting heat soaked, in which case a starter heat blanket will reduce the problem.
Weak battery or a low amp battery.
Weak spark.
Fuel level in carb too high.
Fuel in carb getting overly hot which can cause some of it to be forced out of the carb into the engine. As 69 mach 1 mentioned, a "thermal" (non metallic) spacer will typically reduce this problem, however, lowering the float level can also reduce this problem. If the fuel in the carb is getting hotter than "normal" then my preference is to install a spacer. however, if you are using ethanol fuel, the float level in the carb should be set slightly lower than the factory recommended setting because ethanol "expands" more than straight gasoline when it gets hot.
 

Good questions and suggestions.  For me a quick and eazy check of gas flow at carburetor, coil connections, snapping blue spark, a check on the distributor rotor rotation and a check of the timing mark with a gun would be a starting point.  Brian

I'll risk another post.  First thought was like others, the air cleaner is interfering with the choke mechanism.  But if it's that and all else is okay I'd think it would fire up and die or fire up and stay running as long as he works the throttle.  Or does it fire up and die and the OP hasn't mentioned that?  It eventually does start and run just fine.  No fuel in the carb?  If it's not a simple air cleaner interference issue I'm a little suspicious of the ignition system.  Was the ignition timing reset after the Pertronix was installed?  A cold engine requires more secondary voltage to fire a spark plug.  Marginally weak spark will cause hard starting when cold.  Is the Pertronix properly connected to 12V?  I've never used Pertronix and still not a fan of them.  I've had cars not start cold simply because the spark plug wires were marginal so the spark at the plugs was too weak when cold.
I tend to use this to check for spark at a plug or out of the coil on high output ignition systems.  It should jump that big gap.  There is also one with a center electrode sticking out for stock points ignition.  I'm truly not certain which one is suitable for your ignition system.  But's they are very simple and quick to use when the motor cranks but will not start.  You'll quickly know if you are chasing a spark or fuel issue.

Black Jade

Thanks again for your comments, appreciated, so the general consensus is keep original or respray the same color.

Thanks again for your comments, appreciated, so the general consensus is keep original or respray the same color.

You could paint my 69 ,say gulfstream aqua ...just to see if you like the color ,if you liked it then you could paint yours and you would know what you were going to get

Installed a 2m radiator and insulated garage doors recently.  Need to get the concrete floor sealed.