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I just noticed the AutoCorrect changed rich to “Rex” so hopefully you still took the praise as it was meant to be.

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Rex just spotted the fact that your work is on display in the museum congratulations you deserve all the praises.

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Gratulation’s rich wish I could be there it is a great addition to the museum. Your work is always fabulous

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Oh and that was about 15 minutes of typing on this little phones screen so don’t expect much of a response from me in a while!!

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Thank you all. Guess I’m too much like the T to be put down easily. But. The did try—especially now that my Linda is talking to the other staff who are advising her that my care was Not the best. I hope that I can climb out of this foxhole, finish The house and then get Barney back on the road. But ...

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Hi folks you haven’t seen or heard me on the form in a while this is David Dewey over in Oroville CA. and I have been in the hospital since the first of the month recoverOmg from a whole bunch of stuff that started out with kidney stones. Three operations later and I really hope to be home Monday or...

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making gaskets with a ball pien hammer was one of the things my Dad taught me when I was still in grade school. I remember surprising the college engine rebuilding class's instructor with known how to do it, when a gasket was missing. Maybe I'm strange, but I find it an enjoyable task. Of course, I ...

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Sorry, I misread that part of your posting. Still, I stand by my statement, both for your safety and the car's. They are period correct and the original design DOES have a flaw in it.

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You do have a "passel" of stuff there. Yes, even some AF, from late 40s to 60s from what I see in the one pic. Rich, I had forgotten about it, as it's packed away, but I have the same transformer without the case that I've used since high school days to power my accessories No one ever bugged me abo...

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You've got a sharp daughter! Love it!

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is somewhat like Dodge Brothers, but also wondering, Metz??

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Caswell sells a brush nickel plating kit that does a wonderful job on plating the glass channel I have replated originals and also the brass reproduction channels and end up with a very nice, original-looking nickel plate. Do spend extra time and really add plate so it will last longer. I always hav...

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I would be far more concerned that you don't have an under the axle accessory wishbone on that front end. Especially on a speedster.

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Wayne, Yes, transformers are available. Holler at me some time, I'll see what I can "dig up"
Burger, neat railroad--I assume you've been following all the doings at Como then? Kind of exciting all they are getting done up there.

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Dave, I hate to mention this, but Bachman is often refereed to as "Barf-man" because of the low-quality of much of their production (which can also be well-made sometimes too). Lots of Lionel collectors and information out there, not as much on Marx, although there is a loyal following for them too,...

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While those handles are nice, I can't believe you drilled holes into that beautifully done body to mount them.
Though not yet finished, that is already one VERY fine Center Door, and although it takes forever for the pics to load on dial-up, they are worth waiting for!
Now about that Parakeet. . . .

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BTW Rich, now that the picture downloaded (dial up is so not good), that looks like a Marx engine; nothing fancy, but will run forever. The trailing truck and tender trucks look a bit unusual to me, but I'm no Marx expert.
To quote an old American Flyer ad, "Gee Hurk! Trains!!!"

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Well, I am no expert, but that express body sure looks a lot like a Martin Perry. Neat stuff there.

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Well, HO and O gauge are basically two different worlds. O gauge two rail and O gauge 3 rail are also different continents. Then there are factions of O gauge, 027 gauge, 072 gauge and Lionel or American Flyer or . . . . and even in Lionel 0 there's prewar, postwar, modern era. . . . I would guess t...

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Wayne, you are 100% right--I have a smart phone and it is always out-smarting me. I wish I still had my flip phone. However, I have learned how to---most of the time--get pictures from it to the computer using the charging cable. However, there are photos I can see on the phone, that do not download...

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Oh my, Mayfly time again? Folks out west have no idea. . . I remember looking out our cabin window on the Delta Queen Steamboat one morning, and it was covered in Mayflies--the whole boat! Crew took it in stride--nothing to see here folks, move on--breakfast is served in the Orleans room!

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It looks wonderful, and the price seems reasonable, if it were closer, I'd borrow against the house to get it! Don't tell Barney I wrote this, you know how Ts are, they get jealous!

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My father was one of those in the European campaign. I just sent this email to my family about him. Thought I'd share it with y'all too. David Dewey A bit of family history and world history. I’m sending this out to not only the immediate Bob Dewey family, but also the cousins whose email I have and...

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Spare tire carrier rim clamp??? Mine is missing, so I don't know if that's exactly what it looks like. On the spare carrier, the rim sets down on the top too clamps, and the one at the bottom is clamped down by a rim nut & clamp, keeping the spare in place.

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I got one too, was tricked into replying that I hadn't gotten his "prior email" then came the request to borrow some money---NOPE, not Terry asking!!

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Dodge parts are more expensive than Ford Parts, and harder to find, but there are a lot of them out there--just not as easy to find! I'd say my '16 DB touring car has enough metal in it to make three model Ts!

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My T friend Lloyd has a 23 DB with a full set of Hasslers on it, this is only the second set I've known about.

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Even Ford's instructions were to only bend a few tabs, leaving the others for a future re-installation. Yes, the shape makes one think they are a "snap 0n" cap, but they aren't. One suggestion is to use a large "0" ring on the cap before installing.

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Dale, there's only a few dents there, good radiator man could have that fixed right up! Oh wait, "Good radiator man" Hmm, so much for that idea. Seriously though there are some fine parts there.

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I heard she ran out of material. I really like mine! But, amazingly, no one has asked about it when I'm out and about.

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The switch with the rectangular front plate has a round body that just fits in the firewall hole. Just wanted to make that clear, in case you thought the switch itself was rectangular--it's not!

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Y'all don't realize this is an utlra-rare computer controlled Model T, It's already logged on.

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Yes, the '25s are almost a creature unto themselves. And yes, Henry did not like to talk about "Year Models" as he disliked the idea that you would be goaded into buying a new car just because of a year model change--but the T did change over time, and the changes USUALLY occurred a bit after the mi...

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Steve, Find another T windshield frame, I think any year will work, one that has problems of some sort, but has a good straight section long enough to replace your lower w/s section. This will be much easier than welding those two parts back together or making a new part. The filler that the hinge s...

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I don't know if you have a '24 or a '25 YEAR MODEL car, but here is what the hinge and pillar look like on a 1925 year model runabout. Note that although the door is still wood-framed, as is the latching pillar, the hinge pillar is all metal. door hinge details 2 forum.jpg Door hinge details forum.j...

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Wayne, I never realized what kindred spirits we are. I LOVE your explanation, I think I will steal it and use it. "I collect collections!" I need a button! I do have a brass badge that says I am a "Licensed Junk Collector. "

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So, do you have the seat? any of the inside window trim?

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There are many paints out now, doen't know what they use in England. But wanted to comment on Concept. Concept has a blue-based black that really matches the Model T Black. Most blacks are more brown, this one is Blue, I think it's 4100, but I cannot find a can to read the numbers. These wheels are ...

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Thanks Richard, Seems like high praise from someone I admire as you do so many great things. Lately my biggest problem is I can't remember where I put things, or that I even have them. The comment on the Bluebird crank was true. In doing this living room remodel, I have to move some "piles" around, ...

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I have learned to check the OT for the, uh, dare I say it, most interesting postings. I don't post here like I used to because my dial-up doesn't work well with almost any internet activity. This, I'm told, will change in July when the fiber optic cable is activated. Not holding my breath in the mea...

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Having had many a "temporary" upholstery over the years, the feed sacks won't last two weeks, and without long pants on, will be itchy. The army blankets, or similar product will last longer, but also itchy & hot in the summer. Tent (or duck) canvas will wear like iron, and not be itchy. If it looks...

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Well, wish I could say "I did the work" but mostly it was my good friend Lloyd who finished assembling Barney's top bows. the main bow wood is made of some old pipe organ chest support wood that is (we believe) maple; HARD Maple at that. Lloyd replicated the original rivets and the curved tack strip...

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How come no one posts; "Bad Idea's Needed!" ????

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A real loss for the T community. At this point in my life, 73 doesn't seem to be that old! We will miss his very interesting, detailed postings. He gave me a lot to think about, as I'm certain he did others too. My condolences to the family.
David Dewey

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"Starts, drives, and stops like a T should" Stops??? I didn't know T's normally "Stopped" I was told the brake system is "P & P" -- Push and Pray.

Looks like a fun ride--a bit too much "Bling" for me, but looks like fun.

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Likely an aftermarket accessory for cold climates, was common on more expensive cars, like Rolls-Royce.

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If all you had was the two end pieces, I'll bet you'd never guess what they are for! Hmmm, gotta look through my "junk boxes!

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Yep, pretty snazzy! Almost too fancy for a Model T guy. . . .

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OK Mark, that's American Flyer track in the foreground and it looks like about a 1948 B&O Boxcar in the background! Hmmmmmm...... This shows my other hobby too, Theatre Organs. Sadly that neat leg lamp got knocked off a shelf accidentally last week and is now in many pieces. RATS. Train window-800x6...

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With dial-up, photos take a long time to download. The last pic finally came in. Interesting that the body paint is still shiny enough to reflect the kid on the running board, but the fenders are somewhat beat up. Looks like the front wheel is a Firestone accessory wheel. I think the dark spot in th...

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That is my OTHER right! The kind on the left of the group of three. Oh Bother!

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this is great--I just pray you didn't add so many graphics that my piss-poor dial-up can't navigate the site!

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this is great--I just pray you didn't add so many graphics that my piss-poor dial-up can't navigate the site!

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Notice in the first picture that of the three kids on the fender, the one on the right is hanging on where there is a break in the fender (typical location for a break too).

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this is great--I just pray you didn't add so many graphic that my piss-poor dial up can't navigate the site!

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Guys, it is a Buick, not a T, so the starting ideas for a T don't necessarily work for the Buick. The sharpest early Buick guy I know is Erik Barrett, and he gave some really good suggestions. If everything else is OK, I think the problem is getting the engine to spin fast enough AND long enough to ...

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If anyone here would know what the issue is, it would be Erik B. Before you go dropping the pan again, do what he suggests. then, you may need some way to spin the motor faster than the starter does. Used to be, tire shops had an "on the car wheel spinner" a motorized pulley they would put against a...

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Bought some parts off this site, and today went to my friend's house (Lloyd Hansen) and we laminated a top bow for the '16, three more mornings doing this, and the corners will be done. Then to scarf joint the centers onto this ends. While I have a nice set of bows for the '16, they have been off fo...

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These are the questions that will go on forever. In CA the titles used to have a space for "Year Model," and "Year Sold." My '16 is a Dec 10, 1915 made car (or should I say the engine was made then??) and it is titled as a '15 because the modern title only had "year Made" Mine is in a multiple trans...

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Red Oak is lousy for body wood; it splits too easily. The open grain in it is a long-term problem. Poplar would be better, ash or some of the other woods mentioned too. I mention Poplar because it's usually available.

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The metal piece along the back is not round, I don't think you can make it from a piece of conduit. It is basically an "L" shape, but the tall (vertical) part is curved slightly, not much though.

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Hi Rich, Took me a few days to get to a wifi so I could look at the Brooks. Time for a tale of woe--that fortunately for me was/is only a tale of disappointment. Back about 1985 my neighbor had a church friend from Canada who told me about two steam cars in a barn, a Stanley and a Brooks, and they w...

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Welll, this was a posting I was hoping to NOT read. Bummer! And after all the "fun" Phil & I went through over the meet! (Well, actually, it was over the PIE, but we won't get into that--Guess I'll have to make my own, but eggs are hard to come by. . . .). Well everyone, be safe, stay healthy and we...

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At home on dial-up, I couldn't see the pics, now that i'm downtown looking, I just noticed that engine number is less than 11,300 after my '16 touring's engine! Hmm, '15 CA plates, eh? Well mine is a Dec '15 build too, and it is registered as a '15, although I am well aware that it is a '16 year mod...

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Even Ford's books say to not bend over all the tabs, to save them for later use, if needed.

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Even Ford's books say to not bend over all the tabs, to save them for later use, if needed.

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Scott, that's what happens on dial-up when the screen goes blank & you think you lost the page entirely. Oh well. . . .

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Terry, I hate to mention it, but that field coil doesn't look too healthy either. While you're in there. . . . .
Nothing else to do right now!

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Well, if I read your post correctly, you have .0005 (half a thousands) out of round on your pins. For a loose-fitting bronze bushing, that's not a lot, but it is some. IF the pins are nice and smoooth, I wouldn't worry about a bronze bushing with enough oil clearance on those pins. One could even "s...

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But correct!

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Ah, but I do have one for this thread; unfortunately it wasn't in a Model T. Back in 1976 I was reupholstering my 1939, um. "Other Make" car (OK, it was a CH@@y) and found within the original upholstery a 1939 SF World's Fair key fob! That had to have been lost in there when the car was nearly new. ...

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I INOW! I KNOW! CALL ON ME!! i KNOW! Well, that is I THINK I know! Travel Trailer. That style handle was quite popular, and there were even companies that made "knock-off" replacement handles for Model As and other cars, I once saw a flyer for some, it was most interesting as the construction method...

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While I like this subject, the first entry jarred me into the realization that 1981 was 39 years ago. 39!!!! Yikes, when/ how did that happen?? Let's see, 1981; we were just settling in from a move from my hometown to Oroville for a "temporary" 6 month job that I held for 25 years. Uh oh, it's start...

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I'm an "old school" guy; while I do have updated pinion bearings in my cars, I think ball bearing 4th mains are a complication to the design just something "new" to go wrong. I think that particular bearing are requires more "give" than a ball bearing can provide. BUT! That's just my personal opinio...

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I was going to just post an acceptance note, but then Phil actually called me! He spent time looking for an old HCCA roster with my name & number in it, and we had a good conversation, a great one actually, and I have purchased parts from him over the years (I am terrible with names & faces). Anyway...

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I read my posting to SWMBO, Linda, and she said, "5am? The ones putting up the swap meet are up at 5am!" Well, yes, she IS correct; I barely remember that from decades ago when the Redding Rambling A's put on their meets (yes folks, I'm a backslider Model A guy)--but I was MUCH younger then. . . . :...

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Wow, thank you all! Phil didn't bother me (much), he's probably also going stir crazy like the rest of us. Shortly after posting that a lightning storm hit and wiped out my modem! I'm downtown right now (had to go buy a new modem!) and on wifi, so finally am seeing the responses. Richard, we may hav...

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"A thin spot" egads man, do you know how thick those things are? now that I've said that, I don't really know myself, but at least 1/4" if not more. Yes, do mask off the valve before blasting, and if you want it to look really snazzy, polish the valve (ON THE TANK, don't try to take it off) before y...

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Phillip, I am sorry you failed to recognize my "awkward" way of expressing disappointment that you will have a food truck instead of the wonderful homemade food the club has always prepared. While this is the best EARLY car parts swap meet in northern California (and actually only eclipsed in ALL of...

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Say, Maw, this here don' look like the main road. . .
Pa, I told you to make a left turn at Albuquerque!
(Linda & I in Barney)

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I would be leery of bubble wrap to protect painted parts. In storing model trains, it has been found to leave marks on the painted surfaces of the trains.

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I have some copper-tops for my 16, what is the date difference between six screws and four screws--or is there some other difference?

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Wayne, I know that problem, so I have an alarm set on my cell phone for 9:15--PIE TIME. I used to set it for 9:30, but I missed out one year, so . . . .

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Just found the flyer for the Motherlode T clubs annual swap meet--arguably the best N. California OLD car swap. Still scheduled for June 7, though hard to say if we will be allowed out of our homes by then. But I notice it says, "Food on site provided by Maria's Food Truck." What, no club-made burge...

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That couch reminds me of an TV commercial with some kids driving around, see a couch becide the road, load it into their car and go a few blocks before they are driven out of the car by the smell of the couch--which is again, beside the road. As for blaming the second engineer, do you know why you c...

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I'm an old timer too; this thread has brought back many memories. I felt a special connection to Reid Welch, because we are both piano tuners. Hurck always seemed to find something funny to mention. Met Terry H. here--and I remember when Rick & Gene figured out they were neighbors. At the time Terry...

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Y'all are gonna "hate" me; a few years ago at a swap meet, at noon (near quitting time for that meet) I bought a T engine in parts, ready to go together from a well-respected T guy who had to downsize. All rebabbitted, machined, ready to go. $400--that's what he asked, and I gladly paid it. No, didn...

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Model A reflectors are very different; for one thing, they clip into the headlight bucket and are not spring loaded like the T ones. These are fairly uncomon, not being used very long. The upper bulb is actually a parking lamp bulb, but could be used (I suppose) as a "Low beam" bulb.

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Like real estate, value depends on location, location, location. the 28-29 wheels have a rolled round "edge" on them, and if you are in a winter salt area, they can rust out from the inside. Also there are "AR" wheels used in the first months of production that are hard to find. The 30-31 wheels don...

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I think you will find that side window safety glass is the right thickness. Technically not what is used for windshield glass, but I believe a good glass shop will recognize the difference and use it. You might have to sign a liability waiver!

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Erik,
Very sorry to hear of his passing. I really liked your Dad--I like you still too!(it suddenly occurred to me that I didn't word that well) I hope his passing was peaceful. Another great one has left our world.
David & Linda Dewey

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These screws are a great deal. I took my "baggie" of them and put them in a sand-filled tumbler--they cleaned up quickly and now look great! thanks Rodger!

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I think the coils and the bracket with the 'wings" are for Dodge (or Chrysler) products, in the '30s to '40s.

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You think black beauty is a mild abrasive? I always understood it was much more aggressive than glass beads.

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I agree!! Erick can do that and LOTS more.

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PS you ought to see if you could trade him a frame also and get the whole chassis intact. He's probably going to box the frame anyway (would be cheaper for him to buy a repro boxed frame already set up for a Hot Rod. )

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Blankety Blank Hot Rodders. Taking a perfectly good-looking, and apparently running T to make a hot rod when there are parts piles out there that could be done easier and with less loss of history. Would need a close up photo of the spokes to try to identify the wood. meantime, without knowing what ...

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Kroil!! hands down, IMHO.

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Well, I see I was quoted here, so guess I'll chime in. "back in the day" the nickel had to be polished to become shiny. the best plating starts with a copper plating, that gets polished to remove as many imperfections as possible, AND to provide better adhesion to the base metal. I find the Chromium...

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Happy Birthday Larry! I celebrated it by working on an Ampico pump.
David

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