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  1. I have spoken with the owner/seller of this Cadillac. I am waiting for additional information that will help understand why this automobile has more than a few unexplained issues. I expect to learn more, however, the seller is not familiar with this car. I will share what I learn. Al
  2. The Chickasha Swap was good for locating several items needed for projects. With this post I will show a Rushmore lamp purchased to make a pair for use on the 1913 American-LaFrance fire engine. This lamp is the same as what could be found on the 1908 Locomobile Model 40. In the picture the Swap meet Rushmore is on the right and full of dark patina. It is good shape and with a good serious polish (the one on the left also) they will dress the front of my Fire truck in a nice way. Al
  3. Here is the "Paul Harvey" response to my just completed road trip. Sadly, per the trend brought on by COVID, this Chickasha meet was very small. As usual plenty of T and A stuff, a fair amount of brass lamps, not very much heavy classic type parts. I hope steps are taken to change up the Chickasha meet that will still encourage pre war material but be inclusive of the 50's and muscle car stuff. The only Locomobile part that I saw first hand was the partial steering column that was brought to the meet for me, (previous purchase). A set of four #4 Houk wire wheel hubs found their way into my truck and made the ride to Utah. I did locate and complete a set of #5 Buffalo wire wheel caps, and another gent delivered a pair of 19" #5 Buffalo wire wheels, (to complete a set). I also stopped by a friend's place and picked up a pair of bronze jump seats, that have been waiting since last year for me to pick up, this is good for the Locomobile Limousine. Lastly, but not Locomobile related, part of the trip was a side run to Pa. to pick up a 1913 rebuilt and running 6 cylinder T head Pederson dripper engine for use in an original to Utah American -LaFrance fire truck. All told, this was a great trip for my son and I, but not as much a highlight as hoped for surrounding the Swap Meet. We did stop at the Canton Antique Auto Museum for a nice driving break and ended up getting a private tour of the largest stash of Lincoln parts in the world! If you need Lincoln parts, they are for sale and I can provide a direct number to reach the right guy. I will post a couple of pictures as I get time. Al
  4. Upon more study, this vehicle does have some curious engineering to include: No splash aprons Incorrect distributor Wire wheels Downdraft carburetor Gauges Light and spark controls....not Wrong taillights Hood sides......no Side mount hardware.......not Badge bar....not dash gauges look suspect I will give the advertising owner a call and see what I can learn. Al
  5. I suggest that this Cadillac might likely be a 1929 as it has the Buffalo wire wheels, an earmark of 1929. If that is not the case, then this car is an amalgamation of parts from different years. Al
  6. Here is a picture just as we returned home from our week long marathon road trip. Al
  7. Here is the "Paul Harvey" response to my just completed road trip. Sadly, per the trend brought on by COVID, this Chickasha meet was very small. As usual plenty of T and A stuff, a fair amount of brass lamps, not very much heavy classic type parts. I hope steps are taken to change up the Chickasha meet that will still encourage pre war material but be inclusive of the 50's and muscle car stuff. The only Locomobile part that I saw first hand was the partial steering column that was brought to the meet for me, (previous purchase). A set of four #4 Houk wire wheel hubs found their way into my truck and made the ride to Utah. I did locate and complete a set of #5 Buffalo wire wheel caps, and another gent delivered a pair of 19" #5 Buffalo wire wheels, (to complete a set). I also stopped by a friend's place and picked up a pair of bronze jump seats, that have been waiting since last year for me to pick up, this is good for the Locomobile Limousine. Lastly, but not Locomobile related, part of the trip was a side run to Pa. to pick up a 1913 rebuilt and running 6 cylinder T head Pederson dripper engine for use in an original to Utah American -LaFrance fire truck. All told, this was a great trip for my son and I, but not as much a highlight as hoped for surrounding the Swap Meet. We did stop at the Canton Antique Auto Museum for a nice driving break and ended up getting a private tour of the largest stash of Lincoln parts in the world! If you need Lincoln parts, they are for sale and I can provide a direct number to reach the right guy. I will post a couple of pictures as I get time. Al
  8. Your questions are good but still up in the air at this time. I am mostly concerned about the compression height. I know I will be able to remachine the dome but have not yet. I have been on a road trip doing old automobile business, delivered fenders I sold to a fellow in Pennsylvania, picked up a 1913 American-LaFrance engine, now going to a pre 1942 swap meet to pick up some pieces I need a long with the jump seats for the Locomobile Limousine, two Buffalo 19" wire wheels, and lastly a partial Locomobile steering column. What fun it is. The swap meet is in Oklahoma. I am hoping to be home by Sunday. More update then.... Alan
  9. Here are a couple more close up pictures of a restored truck with the correct fender type for my rig. This is the fender I plan to duplicate. The black molding is formed and riveted to the fender around the full perimeter. I have a pipe jig to form the arc. Then it will be time to form the oval flat bottom molding and rivet in place. I think maybe 1/16" cold rolled. Al
  10. This project consists of two flat top front fenders to be used on my 1913 American-LaFrance fire truck. These fenders will be heavier gauge material than typical automobile body panels. I will see if I can find a few pictures and post. These two pictures show the early series American-LaFrance flat top fenders. The fenders are flat with a reinforcement oval molding riveted to the top perimiter of the fender to stiffen the fender. That's it. Al
  11. What is the best type of sheet metal for fabricating body panels, hot rolled or cold rolled? I assume that cold rolled is stronger and potentially harder to form but may be less prone for stress cracking? What is the determination, regarding these two materials, from those who build panels and are reading here? Al
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