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Offline 89 MJ

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Interest in an Eagle Book?
« on: February 14, 2024, 06:21:49 PM »
Would there be any interest if there was a technical book written about Eagles BY an Eagle owner? I have found lots of conflicting information on these cars and I have notes and pictures about how I did certain upgrades on my car. Some of the information is in write ups here, but that all can be hard to find sometimes. I also have years of experience with bodywork and rust repair done the right way that I could include.
1986 Eagle: 258, Auto, Chrysler 8.25 rear, 3.54 gears
1989 Jeep Comanche: 4.0, AX-15, 8.8 rear, 4.10 gears
1940 Chevy PU: 350, 700R4

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Re: Interest in an Eagle Book?
« Reply #1 on: February 14, 2024, 11:33:39 PM »
hi, I would certainly be interested!    gz

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Re: Interest in an Eagle Book?
« Reply #2 on: February 15, 2024, 09:42:50 AM »
Good idea. I say do it and I’d like a copy too.
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Offline 89 MJ

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Re: Interest in an Eagle Book?
« Reply #3 on: February 15, 2024, 10:52:03 AM »
hi, I would certainly be interested!    gz
Good idea. I say do it and I’d like a copy too.

Excellent. Hopefully I’ll have something done this summer.
1986 Eagle: 258, Auto, Chrysler 8.25 rear, 3.54 gears
1989 Jeep Comanche: 4.0, AX-15, 8.8 rear, 4.10 gears
1940 Chevy PU: 350, 700R4

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Re: Interest in an Eagle Book?
« Reply #4 on: May 01, 2024, 09:01:52 PM »
Follow up question: would people rather have a hard copy or an e-book? A digital version would probably be cheaper, but you also need it to be on a device then and that means that the device has to be charged and portable. Any thoughts?
1986 Eagle: 258, Auto, Chrysler 8.25 rear, 3.54 gears
1989 Jeep Comanche: 4.0, AX-15, 8.8 rear, 4.10 gears
1940 Chevy PU: 350, 700R4

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Re: Interest in an Eagle Book?
« Reply #5 on: May 01, 2024, 09:26:59 PM »
I THOUGHT Doug was making an Eaglepedia a while back? i don't know what ever happened with that.
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Re: Interest in an Eagle Book?
« Reply #6 on: May 01, 2024, 09:47:51 PM »
I THOUGHT Doug was making an Eaglepedia a while back? i don't know what ever happened with that.

This is the first I’ve heard of that. Mine is more of a collection of ways to identify the year of an Eagle, what to look for when purchasing, and the modifications I’ve done. Basically a collection of firsthand experiences I think might help other people.
1986 Eagle: 258, Auto, Chrysler 8.25 rear, 3.54 gears
1989 Jeep Comanche: 4.0, AX-15, 8.8 rear, 4.10 gears
1940 Chevy PU: 350, 700R4

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Re: Interest in an Eagle Book?
« Reply #7 on: May 01, 2024, 11:30:12 PM »
hi, I'm old so prefer hard copy, but any info is good info, so do what you think best. good luck,  gz

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Re: Interest in an Eagle Book?
« Reply #8 on: May 02, 2024, 07:03:34 AM »
I THOUGHT Doug was making an Eaglepedia a while back? i don't know what ever happened with that.

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Re: Interest in an Eagle Book?
« Reply #9 on: May 02, 2024, 03:27:25 PM »
hi, I'm old so prefer hard copy, but any info is good info, so do what you think best. good luck,  gz

I'm young and I also prefer a hard copy, so that was what I was leaning towards, I just wanted to hear someone else's thoughts.
1986 Eagle: 258, Auto, Chrysler 8.25 rear, 3.54 gears
1989 Jeep Comanche: 4.0, AX-15, 8.8 rear, 4.10 gears
1940 Chevy PU: 350, 700R4

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Re: Interest in an Eagle Book?
« Reply #10 on: May 16, 2024, 12:45:58 PM »
hi, I'm old so prefer hard copy, but any info is good info, so do what you think best. good luck,  gz

I'm young and I also prefer a hard copy, so that was what I was leaning towards, I just wanted to hear someone else's thoughts.
I, too, would like a hardcover copy. This sounds like a great idea, there aren't really any in-depth personal articles about Eagles online, unless it's in the form of a YouTube video.
I’m glad AMC is All Makes Combined, it’s really nice for finding parts.

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Re: Interest in an Eagle Book?
« Reply #11 on: May 16, 2024, 01:22:27 PM »
hi, I'm old so prefer hard copy, but any info is good info, so do what you think best. good luck,  gz

I'm young and I also prefer a hard copy, so that was what I was leaning towards, I just wanted to hear someone else's thoughts.
I, too, would like a hardcover copy. This sounds like a great idea, there aren't really any in-depth personal articles about Eagles online, unless it's in the form of a YouTube video.
The lack of personal articles with actually experiences do seem to be lacking, which is why I want to do this project.
1986 Eagle: 258, Auto, Chrysler 8.25 rear, 3.54 gears
1989 Jeep Comanche: 4.0, AX-15, 8.8 rear, 4.10 gears
1940 Chevy PU: 350, 700R4

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Re: Interest in an Eagle Book?
« Reply #12 on: May 16, 2024, 01:52:23 PM »
The lack of personal articles with actually experiences do seem to be lacking, which is why I want to do this project.
Yeah, it's a good idea. Would you publish it?
I’m glad AMC is All Makes Combined, it’s really nice for finding parts.

1980 AMC Eagle Limited wagon (4.2L I6)
2000 Chevy Silverado LS single-cab long-bed (5.3L V8)
2004 Toyota Corolla S sedan (1.8L I4)

Offline 89 MJ

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Re: Interest in an Eagle Book?
« Reply #13 on: May 18, 2024, 10:11:09 AM »
The lack of personal articles with actually experiences do seem to be lacking, which is why I want to do this project.
Yeah, it's a good idea. Would you publish it?

I’m thinking so, but I’m not entirely sure yet.
1986 Eagle: 258, Auto, Chrysler 8.25 rear, 3.54 gears
1989 Jeep Comanche: 4.0, AX-15, 8.8 rear, 4.10 gears
1940 Chevy PU: 350, 700R4

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Re: Interest in an Eagle Book?
« Reply #14 on: August 26, 2024, 11:25:03 PM »
Still working on the book, but I had to do an engine and transfer case swap in my car over the summer, so I got delayed somewhat.
1986 Eagle: 258, Auto, Chrysler 8.25 rear, 3.54 gears
1989 Jeep Comanche: 4.0, AX-15, 8.8 rear, 4.10 gears
1940 Chevy PU: 350, 700R4

 

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