Re: 1968 Plymouth Road Runner
June 1968 Popular Mechanics
An evaluation of current owners of the 1968 Plymouth Road Runner,
by Bill Hartford, Associate Auto Editor.
'It Goes Great Guns'
After 6 months in the automotive market, Popular Mechanics printed an article, on the evaluation of the Plymouth Road Runner by their owners.
The general review for the 'mechanical' part of the car received very good responses, listed below in order of satisfaction.
Specific Likes:
* Great Handling (#1 response)
* Style
* Performance
* Power
* Mechanical Workmanship
Mechanical problems, listed in order of required service;
* Carburetor (Frequent idle re-setting)
* Brakes (Drum brakes, inadequate)
* Transmission (Automatic, needed kick-down adjustments)
* Electrical (Voltage Regulator and Interior Lighting)
Recommended options, in order of preference;
* Power Brakes
* Radio
* Power Steering
* Sure-Grip Posi Rear
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Last edited by Paul Ceasrine; 09-28-2011 at 06:34 PM.
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