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Can someone show me where this is supposed to be mounted, factory position? 1981.

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Can someone show me where this is supposed to be mounted, factory position? 1981.

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Floated a plan for a picture enlargement, nice frame and hanging it in the bedroom. The plan was quickly deep sixed.
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Old Jul 3, 2020 | 08:45 AM
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Old Jul 27, 2020 | 01:10 AM
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Old Jul 27, 2020 | 05:47 PM
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Here's a "live" show me your engine-

https://youtu.be/cQ8d0VGLlR4
Finally a video with that V12 running.
Sounds and looks awesome.
Thanks for the 19 second tease!
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