AACA Forums - Blogs http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/ The Antique Automobile Club of America is the premier car club in the world focused on antique cars, trucks, motorcyles and their history. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:54:15 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forums.aaca.org/styles/aaca/misc/rss.jpg AACA Forums - Blogs http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/ NOS KLAXON 8C HORN-BEAUTIFUL! http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/44246/nos-klaxon-8c-horn-beautiful-21/ Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:38:55 GMT ---Quote (Originally by maxwell07)--- VERY NICE HORN- FIRST 150. TAKES IT PLUS SHIPPING RDZ69@AOL.COM 856 222 9242 RON ---End Quote--- 1
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Just noticed a new addition at the bottom right of several posts. What is the Blog This Post all about? Wouldn't it make sence to just keep this on THIS SITE? What is the reasoning behind the BLOG. Who sees it were is it? :confused:
Blog this post does keep it here... in your very own blog on the forum! ]]> Peter Gariepy http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/31494/blog-post-icon-20/ How to choose good light for you car http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/64380/how-choose-good-light-you-car-19/ Tue, 20 Oct 2009 06:45:45 GMT As we all know, there is more and more cars in the world today, it provides convenience to human, and it also bring some harm things.For example, on... As we all know, there is more and more cars in the world today, it provides convenience to human, and it also bring some harm things.For example, on one hand, with lighting burning around 20% of the total electricity consumed globally.On the other hand, it pollutes the air, and people's health is becoming worse and worse.it spend a lot of our money every year. So some people ask how to choose a good light for my car.[IMG]http://hiphotos.baidu.com/343567108/pic/item/c7aeeb450b23246d500ffef8.jpg[/IMG]
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]Wanted 1940-1946 LWB Packard. $40K range. Must have nice interior. #309.935.6022 (IL) ]]> 46limo http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/64378/wanted-lwb-packard-16/ How to Change Festoon Bulbs http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/62697/how-change-festoon-bulbs-15/ Sat, 17 Oct 2009 01:54:33 GMT :eek::pBest thing to do for the footwell lights is to slightly push out the black plastic covering them, then pop the plastic light cover from behind... :eek::pBest thing to do for the footwell lights is to slightly push out the black plastic covering them, then pop the plastic light cover from behind comes out very easy. then change the bulb for the [URL="http://www.dingjuled.com/Products/36mm6pcsFestoonLightchedeng.html"][COLOR=#ff6600]led festoon[/COLOR][/URL], the same procedure can be copied for all the others execpt the [URL="http://www.dingjuled.com/Products/36mm6pcsFestoonLightchedeng.html"][COLOR=#ff6600]reading light[/COLOR][/URL].. Best way to get the plastic out is to use a thin screw driver or a butter knife and wedge out the plastic cover from the front window side first then making your way around you will notice it coming out bit by bit. piece of cake mate, will try to make a step by step guide at work tomorrow
Do you understand ?:confused::p:p ]]> Emily http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/62697/how-change-festoon-bulbs-15/ How to install LED under car lights http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/62697/how-install-led-under-car-lights-14/ Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:10:39 GMT [FONT=Verdana][COLOR=#000000]:confused:Are you having trouble installing [/COLOR][URL="http://www.dingjuled.com/product/product-0001,0045,0065.shtml"][COLOR=windowtext]car light[/COLOR][/URL][COLOR=#000000] and then we onto your vehicle? Or maybe you just not sure where all the wires for the under car lights go? Let us show you all the "in's & out's" of this type of installation - which i should mention, is designed with the "Novice" in mind.[/COLOR][/FONT]
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[FONT=Verdana][COLOR=#000000]Do you understand?:eek::D[/COLOR][/FONT] ]]> Emily http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/62697/how-install-led-under-car-lights-14/ joke-----10 Husbands, Still a Virgin http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/62697/joke-10-husbands-still-virgin-13/ Fri, 16 Oct 2009 07:57:21 GMT :D[COLOR=black]A lawyer married a woman who had previously divorced ten husbands. [/COLOR]
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[COLOR=black]"You're a lawyer. This time I know I'm gonna get screwed[/COLOR]!" :D:D:D:D:D ]]> Emily http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/62697/joke-10-husbands-still-virgin-13/ How to choose a good car light http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/62697/how-choose-good-car-light-12/ Fri, 16 Oct 2009 07:13:06 GMT :cool:[FONT=Verdana][COLOR=#000000]AS we all know, there is more and more cars in the world today, it provides convenience to human, and it also bring some harm things.For example, on one hand, with lighting burning around 20% of the total electricity consumed globally.Onthe other hand, it pollutes the air, and people's health is becoming worse and worse.it spend a lot of our money every year. So some people ask how to choose a good light for my car[/COLOR][/FONT]
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[/FONT] ]]> Emily http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/62697/how-choose-good-car-light-12/ power antennas http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/63529/power-antennas-11/ Sat, 10 Oct 2009 22:00:16 GMT does any no fo any one who re-builds power antennas if so please email me at nick2265@sbcglobal.net thanks chris does any no fo any one who re-builds power antennas if so please email me at nick2265@sbcglobal.net thanks chris ]]> chuggie http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/63529/power-antennas-11/ 1948 Ford F-1 Pick Up http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/64144/1948-ford-f-1-pick-up-10/ Tue, 06 Oct 2009 20:35:06 GMT I need four (4) stock wheels for my pick up which is under restoration. They should be 16x4.5 5.5 inch bolt circle 5 bolt .62 off set Ford part... I need four (4) stock wheels for my pick up which is under restoration. They should be
16x4.5 5.5 inch bolt circle 5 bolt .62 off set
Ford part number 8C-1015. Anyone can help to find the wheels would be helpful. ]]> rkuhn5 http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/64144/1948-ford-f-1-pick-up-10/ 1901 Merry Oldsmobile replica http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/63776/1901-merry-oldsmobile-replica-9/ Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:19:17 GMT I have recently acquired a 1901 Merry Oldsmobile replica made by American Air Products in Fort Lauderdale, FL. How do I find out when it was made? ... I have recently acquired a 1901 Merry Oldsmobile replica made by American Air Products in Fort Lauderdale, FL. How do I find out when it was made? We do know that I was around in the late 1940's. At that time it set in the Bilicke Oldsmobile showroom, Albion, MI.
Thank you. ]]> Brenda Walters http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/63776/1901-merry-oldsmobile-replica-9/ 1936 Buick victoria coupe http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/63706/1936-buick-victoria-coupe-8/ Sun, 13 Sep 2009 02:55:51 GMT Hello Folks,
I have a 1936 victoria coupe Buick 5 passenger 2 -door. I need a driver's side door (and other parts). Will take a door in any repairable shape and other parts as the restoration progresses. Suggestions - comments? Your help is appreciated

Thanks
Lee ]]> L Vander B http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/63706/1936-buick-victoria-coupe-8/ 56 Dodge Town Panel http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/63520/56-dodge-town-panel-7/ Tue, 01 Sep 2009 02:53:03 GMT Seeking some parts for my Son's project 56 Dodge Town Panel. Immediate need are the tail light lenses and hood locking latches. ]]> gmangi4u http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/63520/56-dodge-town-panel-7/ Vintage Handmade Solid Timber Tool Box http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/62064/vintage-handmade-solid-timber-tool-box-6/ Sun, 30 Aug 2009 21:31:54 GMT I have a solid timber Vintage style timber tool box for sale at Tim Wright WoodWork (http://www.somethingwoody.com/tool-boxes.php) this is the... I have a solid timber Vintage style timber tool box for sale at Tim Wright WoodWork this is the smaller size that I make, I will be putting the larger one on soon. They are hand made and can be shipped almost anywhere.

The cost US$400. Shipping cost to The United States of America is on the page.

I also can monogram your box with a car name or your own name if you like, let me know on checkout what you want and add the charge. I charge US$1.50 per letter, each letter cut out of solid timber.

These are custom handmade boxes and are not for everyone I know. But they are of the finest handmade quality and are for you and your children and there children to enjoy and use. Remember that when you by some electronic item that will be in land fill in five or ten years time.
These boxes are made to be used and will form a functional and beautiful addition to your car.
Regards.[/QUOTE] ]]> bea1946 http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/62064/vintage-handmade-solid-timber-tool-box-6/ Finding historical information on early Fords http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/63269/finding-historical-information-early-fords-5/ Tue, 18 Aug 2009 05:51:57 GMT I have a 1937 Ford half-ton pickup with a factory stake rack bed. I am looking for sites that can provide historical information or do research on... I have a 1937 Ford half-ton pickup with a factory stake rack bed. I am looking for sites that can provide historical information or do research on Ford vehicles made during that period. I know some have a charge for researching such information but I cannot locate any.
Anyone got any ideas?
Thanks, Dale ]]> Dale Rush http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/63269/finding-historical-information-early-fords-5/ <![CDATA[Put my driver's/passenger's side headlamps and lens]]> http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/57748/put-my-drivers-passengers-side-headlamps-4/ Mon, 27 Jul 2009 21:39:01 GMT ---Quote (Originally by docinvestments)--- I have the Rt.side corner light(side markder).It looks like new. the assembly and bulb work perfectly....
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I have the Rt.side corner light(side markder).It looks like new. the assembly and bulb work perfectly. The plastic lens is not available. I am asking about $250. for it. I might go a little lower.
Sincerely,
DOC

Please call me or e-mail me asap

docinvestments@yahoo.com 214.914.5078

I have the plastic lenses for both sides.
Are you still interested? I have a lot of other parts since I just finished stripping my car down.
Please call or email asap ]]> docinvestments http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/57748/put-my-drivers-passengers-side-headlamps-4/ <![CDATA[Reatta owner's age]]> http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/62153/reatta-owners-age-3/ Sun, 05 Jul 2009 02:40:27 GMT xx xx ]]> My 89 Toy http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/62153/reatta-owners-age-3/ testing the blogs http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/62167/testing-blogs-1/ Sat, 27 Jun 2009 20:11:13 GMT hello,
I'm helping the owners with the new forum script

Just testing out the blogs now :) ]]> brandonvb http://forums.aaca.org/blogs/62167/testing-blogs-1/