# Tech Support **URL:** https://59plymouth.net/c/the-garage/tech-support/45.md [Latest](https://59plymouth.net/latest.md) · [Categories](https://59plymouth.net/categories.md) · [Tags](https://59plymouth.net/tags.md) --- ## [Tech Support](https://59plymouth.net/t/tech-support/47)
**Author:** [@Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/u/Faulkner)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2004, 11:39am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/tech-support/47 "2004-03-17T11:39:56Z")
Got a question? This is the place to ask --- ## [Water pump pipes](https://59plymouth.net/t/water-pump-pipes/4906)
**Author:** [@eroomas](https://59plymouth.net/u/eroomas)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2026, 4:21pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/water-pump-pipes/4906 "2026-09-12T16:21:20Z")
Hey Guys, Im replacing my wayer pump, what do I use to seal the pipe threads? Teflon tape? or some other type of sealant? Thanks in advance --- ## [Factory air ride](https://59plymouth.net/t/factory-air-ride/4876)
**Author:** [@Whiterabbit](https://59plymouth.net/u/Whiterabbit)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2026, 7:08pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/factory-air-ride/4876 "2026-07-28T19:08:57Z")
It appears that my sf has a rear air ride system from the factory. This was news to me, from my body guy, and I know next to nothing about this and I didnt see anything in previous posts when I searched for it, can anyon… --- ## [Dashboard](https://59plymouth.net/t/dashboard/4892)
**Author:** [@eroomas](https://59plymouth.net/u/eroomas)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2026, 5:13pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/dashboard/4892 "2026-07-04T17:13:07Z")
Hey Guys I need to change some lightbulbs in the dashboard. any advice on how to dimantle the dash? Or do I just start taking out screws and hope for the best? Is there a schematic out there specifically for the 59 Plymo… --- ## [Rear window rubber seal](https://59plymouth.net/t/rear-window-rubber-seal/4854)
**Author:** [@Whiterabbit](https://59plymouth.net/u/Whiterabbit)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2026, 2:03pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/rear-window-rubber-seal/4854 "2026-04-30T14:03:50Z")
it seems that the rear window rubber seal is currently made of unobtainable, does anyone have any suggestions for substitute seals or solutions for this issue? Thanks! --- ## [Emblem color](https://59plymouth.net/t/emblem-color/4864)
**Author:** [@Whiterabbit](https://59plymouth.net/u/Whiterabbit)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2026, 6:54pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/emblem-color/4864 "2026-04-28T18:54:23Z")
So, I have seen many 59 fury with black and gold badging, and others just gold.. was this simply an option? My sf came with gold only badges… --- ## [Which Firewall Hole Does the Shift Cable Go Through?](https://59plymouth.net/t/which-firewall-hole-does-the-shift-cable-go-through/4844)
**Author:** [@V8PunkRocket](https://59plymouth.net/u/V8PunkRocket)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2026, 9:53pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/which-firewall-hole-does-the-shift-cable-go-through/4844 "2026-03-15T21:53:17Z")
This should probably be obvious, but I want to be sure. Which of the multiple holes in the firewall does the transmission shift cable pass through? --- ## [front fender interchangeability](https://59plymouth.net/t/front-fender-interchangeability/3957)
**Author:** [@Whiterabbit](https://59plymouth.net/u/Whiterabbit)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 4:56pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/front-fender-interchangeability/3957 "2025-11-26T16:56:15Z")
So, are the front fenders on a 4 door interchangeable with a 2 door? More specifically, if the 4 door in question is a belvedere or savoy and the receiver is a SF, could I expect to have a direct swap without issues? I h… --- ## [Wiring Harness Questions/Picture Request](https://59plymouth.net/t/wiring-harness-questions-picture-request/3956)
**Author:** [@V8PunkRocket](https://59plymouth.net/u/V8PunkRocket)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2025, 12:42pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/wiring-harness-questions-picture-request/3956 "2025-10-08T12:42:18Z")
Hello gang, I’m in the process of installing a Painless wiring harness in my 59 Plymouth. This is my first time installing an aftermarket universal wiring harness, and although wiring doesn’t scare me, I do have a few… --- ## [Rocker interchangeable](https://59plymouth.net/t/rocker-interchangeable/3952)
**Author:** [@Whiterabbit](https://59plymouth.net/u/Whiterabbit)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2025, 11:30am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/rocker-interchangeable/3952 "2025-08-26T11:30:14Z")
Good evening! Am wondering… are the rockers on a 59 sport fury (inner and outer) essentially interchangeable with those of the belvedere and savoy? Mine is a 2 door hard top SF… I can find replacements for the other two… --- ## [valve lash adjustment screws](https://59plymouth.net/t/valve-lash-adjustment-screws/3948)
**Author:** [@eroomas](https://59plymouth.net/u/eroomas)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2025, 2:56am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/valve-lash-adjustment-screws/3948 "2025-07-25T02:56:09Z")
Does anyone know off hand what valve lash adjustment screws should torque out at? --- ## [1959 savoy super stock build](https://59plymouth.net/t/1959-savoy-super-stock-build/3945)
**Author:** [@1959savoy](https://59plymouth.net/u/1959savoy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2025, 2:34pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/1959-savoy-super-stock-build/3945 "2025-06-25T14:34:57Z")
Hello fellow Mopar lovers, I recently picked up this 1959 Plymouth Savoy, no engine in trans from Arizona pretty solid car. It has a few holes in the floor and trunk and the passenger corner needs repair. What I’d like t… --- ## [deciphering a build card...](https://59plymouth.net/t/deciphering-a-build-card/3939)
**Author:** [@Whiterabbit](https://59plymouth.net/u/Whiterabbit)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2025, 12:42am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/deciphering-a-build-card/3939 "2025-05-25T00:42:58Z")
Cant make heads nor tails of this thing, got it from Stellantis. I was pleasantly surprised they had anything, tbh… M296104820.pdf (2.66 MB) --- ## [How does the roof rail seal install into the retainer?](https://59plymouth.net/t/how-does-the-roof-rail-seal-install-into-the-retainer/3936)
**Author:** [@V8PunkRocket](https://59plymouth.net/u/V8PunkRocket)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2025, 7:11pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/how-does-the-roof-rail-seal-install-into-the-retainer/3936 "2025-05-11T19:11:56Z")
I’m a bit confused as to how the roof rail seal slides into its retainer - if that’s what the metal piece is called. The grooves molded in the rubber aren’t shaped in a way that would allow it to slide into retainer. I… --- ## ['59 rear bumper stops](https://59plymouth.net/t/59-rear-bumper-stops/3933)
**Author:** [@Whiterabbit](https://59plymouth.net/u/Whiterabbit)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2025, 6:16pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/59-rear-bumper-stops/3933 "2025-05-07T18:16:06Z")
Good Morning! The rear bumper on my 59 SF is (was) missing both of the bump stops, i think some refer to these as bumper guards.. I have seen pics of 2 different types; the first type are all chrome; the second type hav… --- ## [Heater housing bolt size?](https://59plymouth.net/t/heater-housing-bolt-size/3935)
**Author:** [@V8PunkRocket](https://59plymouth.net/u/V8PunkRocket)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2025, 9:38pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/heater-housing-bolt-size/3935 "2025-05-06T21:38:45Z")
I apologize for what is likely a ridiculous question, but what size bolts are used to bolt the heater housing to the firewall? (707 heater). I didn’t take my car apart, so its sort of like putting together a puzzle wit… --- ## [Radiator Cap Question](https://59plymouth.net/t/radiator-cap-question/3932)
**Author:** [@robert1959fury](https://59plymouth.net/u/robert1959fury)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2025, 7:15pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/radiator-cap-question/3932 "2025-04-24T19:15:28Z")
I have a 59 Fury with the rare factory air conditioning that I recently purchased. The radiator cap is rated at 13#, which I"m not sure is correct. My shop manual states that most of the cars came from the factory with 1… --- ## [Body plug inner quarter panel behind wheel](https://59plymouth.net/t/body-plug-inner-quarter-panel-behind-wheel/3912)
**Author:** [@skyhawk61](https://59plymouth.net/u/skyhawk61)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2024, 8:56am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/body-plug-inner-quarter-panel-behind-wheel/3912 "2024-10-15T08:56:34Z")
I just noticed (after 57 years of ownership) that there are no holes in the trunk floor well extension panels (behind the rear wheel) for a rubber body plug on my 59 Fury hardtop. My 59 Fury 4 door sedan parts car has t… --- ## [Brake booster vibrating](https://59plymouth.net/t/brake-booster-vibrating/3846)
**Author:** [@Guy](https://59plymouth.net/u/Guy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2023, 10:39pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/brake-booster-vibrating/3846 "2023-08-03T22:39:00Z")
I have a problem with the bellows vibrating. It doesn’t appear to be given any assistance to the braking. The unit was rebuilt some years ago by a professional brake specialist, it was bench tested and appeared to work f… --- ## [Turn signal switch insulator](https://59plymouth.net/t/turn-signal-switch-insulator/3847)
**Author:** [@ChippLake1](https://59plymouth.net/u/ChippLake1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2023, 1:52am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/turn-signal-switch-insulator/3847 "2023-07-14T01:52:08Z")
While removing the turn signal switch in my Sport Fury in order to replace it, the insulator I had to disconnect broke apart and now need to search for a new one. Of course I cannot find anything suitable online, and I a… --- ## [Marvel Mystery oil](https://59plymouth.net/t/marvel-mystery-oil/3835)
**Author:** [@vanguy16](https://59plymouth.net/u/vanguy16)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2023, 7:37pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/marvel-mystery-oil/3835 "2023-06-24T19:37:19Z")
Hello everyone. I have never used Marcel Mystery oil before. I have seen it mentioned alot, throughout the years. Is this product snake oil or is it magical? Any thoughts on why it might or might not be good? Thanks… --- ## [Drive belt wobble](https://59plymouth.net/t/drive-belt-wobble/3818)
**Author:** [@vanguy16](https://59plymouth.net/u/vanguy16)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2023, 1:49am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/drive-belt-wobble/3818 "2023-03-23T01:49:57Z")
Does anyone else see significant belt wobble on their 318’s? I’m seeing a significant wobble l from the alternator to crankshaft span. Just wondering if it’s normal because it’s quite a long run. --- ## [4" headlamp with replaceable bulb](https://59plymouth.net/t/4-headlamp-with-replaceable-bulb/3834)
**Author:** [@vanguy16](https://59plymouth.net/u/vanguy16)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2023, 4:34pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/4-headlamp-with-replaceable-bulb/3834 "2023-02-11T16:34:43Z")
Hey everyone. Anyone know where I can get headlamps that Incan change the bulb in, so not sealed? Thanks. --- ## [replacement '59 headlight switch](https://59plymouth.net/t/replacement-59-headlight-switch/2940)
**Author:** [@Faulkner](https://59plymouth.net/u/Faulkner)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2022, 1:17am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/replacement-59-headlight-switch/2940 "2022-12-04T01:17:14Z")
Folks, Welcome to an email conversation between Art Schlachter and Dick Koch. You are invited to offer your comments! I’m inclined to agree with Dick - there’s nothing I see on the schematic (below) that in… --- ## [Generator to alternator change](https://59plymouth.net/t/generator-to-alternator-change/3823)
**Author:** [@vanguy16](https://59plymouth.net/u/vanguy16)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2022, 11:36pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/generator-to-alternator-change/3823 "2022-12-03T23:36:47Z")
Hello folks. The setup this car came with had an alternator with a built in regulator and also another two wire style regulator. Do we need the external regulator? Our alternator died and now I’m wondering why we could… --- ## [Instrument Lights](https://59plymouth.net/t/instrument-lights/3824)
**Author:** [@schlaaj](https://59plymouth.net/u/schlaaj)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2022, 8:48pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/instrument-lights/3824 "2022-12-03T20:48:11Z")
I need to change out the three instrument lights at the top (backside) of my instrument panel. One bulb is in the center top and the other two are at the extreme ends of the panel between each side and the left/right t… --- ## [stainless drip rail](https://59plymouth.net/t/stainless-drip-rail/3439)
**Author:** [@grant4405](https://59plymouth.net/u/grant4405)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2022, 11:41pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/stainless-drip-rail/3439 "2022-02-10T23:41:53Z")
Has anyone ever tried to get the stainless off the drip rail above the door. Must be pried off but with what ?? --- ## [Ride height](https://59plymouth.net/t/ride-height/2059)
**Author:** [@Matthew\_Keij](https://59plymouth.net/u/Matthew_Keij)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2021, 3:32pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/ride-height/2059 "2021-12-08T15:32:52Z")
Been checking out the ride height of the vert and the hardtop. When we took pics a long time ago I noticed that the hardtop was a little bit lower. Checking out the vert on the rear I noticed 1 side was lower. The diff… --- ## [Transmission ID](https://59plymouth.net/t/transmission-id/3422)
**Author:** [@vanguy16](https://59plymouth.net/u/vanguy16)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2021, 12:20pm UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/transmission-id/3422 "2021-09-05T12:20:16Z")
Hey everyone. Had people say it is a 727 and some say it isn’t, . I need to figure the truth out. 59 Fury built in Canada. 313CID poly. Pushbutton gear select. From the top of the pushbuttons down, they go D N R 2 … --- ## [Hazard / emergency flashers](https://59plymouth.net/t/hazard-emergency-flashers/3358)
**Author:** [@vanguy16](https://59plymouth.net/u/vanguy16)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2021, 2:57am UTC](https://59plymouth.net/t/hazard-emergency-flashers/3358 "2021-06-08T02:57:36Z")
Hello. Has anyone added four way flashers to thier babies? I want to. Figure a relay and switch and having to tap in or splice into all 4 corners ? [Next page](https://59plymouth.net/c/the-garage/tech-support/45.md?page=1)