Parkwood and Brookwood

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  1. wingnut

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    Mark, I havent researched it thoughly but what I am finding is the roof rack (except on the Nomad) sold as a dealer accesory and they were front mount, rear mount or they also had one called a "long rack" ... but like I said, I havent throughly investegated. Would you have a link that pin-points the question?
    Either way, given a choice I think the rear mount is the most attractive, but of course that is subjective.
     
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    You know that crap will kill ya! LOL
     
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    No, it's true. The bigger the wheel the more leverage. I like the original size myself.

    Bill
     
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    I.. like any other kid blame my parents (and thank them)... for it was them that first led me to McDonalds and let me enjoy my first Big Mac...ahhh. :bouncy:

    Looked at that roof rack again sitting up front.. on second glance it kind of grows on you... that back portion of the roof line is smooth.. not like the front.. Gives it a unique look. They are BOTH very cool cars! :thumbs2:
     
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    X2! I think an original steering wheel belongs.. and I like the larger wheels.. They are impressive!
     
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    Absolutely B E A utiful cars

    I was wondering what the front seats and console were out of in the Brookwood? Are they custom, original, or taken from another vehicle? I'm new to the whole wagon thing. Any help would be appreciated. :)
     
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    i have an original one i will sell you cheaper
     
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    definately true i did the tail of the dragon with a large wheel then upgraded to a smaller metalflake wheel and blew a pwr steering hose . talk about hard to turn. the next day i could barely lift my arms shoulder high
     
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    Just AWSOME !!

    I love both wagons ,they look great .
    I'm digging the style. Not a huge fan of stock wagons.
    They look so much better with a bit of attitude ,!!
     
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    When it comes to the size of the steering wheel, power steering was an option on most new cars back then, and on Chevrolet, in particular amongst G.M. brands, probably had the lowest take rate. The larger wheel definitely gave more leverage for turning the wheel. When power steering was ordered, the ratio in the box was quickened up, to take SOME of the slack up since the leverage wasn't needed.
     
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