Guest 36airstream Posted December 29, 2010 Share Posted December 29, 2010 Hello, I'm new to the forum, I have a 1936 chrysler airstream c7 and curious if anyone has pics of theirs? Also looking for parts like hubcaps and possibly a 3 speed trans? The transmission I have has overdrive, but sat out in the weather for 20 years, dont know if its rebuildable. Any comments appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnseeker Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 Hubcaps are going to be tough. I have a 1936 C7 roadster. Don't toss out the overdrive tranny if you find a 3 speed. I just got mine on the road and would love an overdrive. I just finished rebuilding the engine brakes exhaust etc. What style is yours? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JohnArthurSpinks Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 Hi Auburnseeker,Your Airstream really looks good.I did however notice that the bumper guards are on upside down.Please accept this comment as being only constructive.CheersJohn SpinksAustralia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnseeker Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 I've actually seen them both ways in old literature. I like them better this way. It just seems awkward the other way. My personal opinion of course. It's actually one of the few guards I have seen finished on both ends so it is possible to swap them. I can't wait to get it back on the road this spring. Only 3 more months to go!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 36airstream Posted December 31, 2010 Share Posted December 31, 2010 Heres a couple pictures of my Airstream, I noticed my bumper guards point down as well, (not that it matters). This was one of my dad's first cars and he traded it to my uncle for a station wagon back in the 60s. My uncle has kept it in his barn in north Idaho since the late 70s and he gave it back to my dad recently. So although I don't really like the term "barn find", it kind of is you know? Anyway its a fun father-son project and I hope to get it as close to original as we can.It doesn't seem like there are to many of them around so any advice or tips on places to find parts is appreciated. Some other things I need are all the window seals and running board rubber, things like that.Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnseeker Posted December 31, 2010 Share Posted December 31, 2010 I would suggest Egge Machine for any engine parts. They actually have a kit for under 2,000 that has just about everything except the main bearings. (hope yours are good) I spent alot more than that on mine in parts and still didn't replace as much as they have in the kit. I used Steele rubber for some of my rubber stuff. The bumper bracket rubbers seem pretty nice although the rubber for my windows was wrong. They didn't have any problem with the return though. The roadster window frames take a special gasket that they I don't think is being reproduced accurately. The glove box rubber bumpers were too fat as well so I ground them down. They are a bit expensive. I used Roberts and was happy with everything I got from them. They are about 1/2 as expensive on the rubber parts they stock. I had to reline my own brake shoes as the ones out there don't fit. The linings are hard to come by as well but they are available. One thing you will find out about your 36 is there isn't that much available. The engine is a 3 year engine shared with Desoto. I don't believe there is anyone making runningboard mats that are correct. There is a guy who mills new ones using yours as a pattern. Sounds expensive though. There is a place in Oregon I believe making glove boxes. I got a pair of those and was pretty happy with them. Again 160.00 for a pair. It's not a cheap car to do. Great style and lines though when compared to a Ford of the same vintage. (it makes the Ford look cheap) It has alot of great features to, Front sway bar, Full oil pressure system with filter, Independent front suspension, Hydraulic brakes. Mine drives real well. I would say as good as my 1948 Cadillac. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SJMcKee Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 Hello,I'm getting ready to buy a 36 Chrysler C7, it actually runs, has some issues with the door latching mechanism, and needs a good restoration.It has hard plate on the top, and am told that this use to be a canvas coverto slide back ?? any feedback on this....Has it been difficult to find parts....Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 The "hard plate" top is correct for 1936. The 1935s had the soft top. What parts do you need? Just ask us here. What a nice car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 36airstream Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 I don't think the soft top slid back, but in 36 they realized the safety need for a steel roof and they filled the hole with a steel insert. In 1937 Chrysler came out with an all steel one piece roof. Thats a great looking Airstream, notice how someone replaced the horns with turn signals, on mine turn signals were added to the bottom of the headlight buckets. If you do buy it please post more pics, there are so few Airstreams around. The Airflow kind of stole its thunder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 36airstream Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 Or were turn signals an option? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted January 2, 2011 Share Posted January 2, 2011 Or were turn signals an option?NO! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SJMcKee Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 Thanks for the great feedback, It's pretty sure I will be picking it up, the hard plate makes sense now, I've seen some 36's with an electric horn on the right fender, but I it looked like all had the turn signal lights.Don't know what parts I really need yet, till I get a chance to go thru the trunk which has a bunch of miscellaneous things in it. I do know the drivers side door won't work, I'm told there is a latch problem, so will have to look into that. Again appreciate the great feedback, between the wife and you folks you've about cinched it for me picking itup. Need to get some good restoration tips, and a maintenance book to get this project underway. The wife loves the car and is looking forward to helping with the restoration.She saw a color scheme of an Arizona car, Burgandy Fenders, Cream paint that she likes. So will see as time goes on....Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SJMcKee Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 (edited) P.S.When I get it home I will take a lot of before pictures and post, and then keep the progress going.Still learning how to work this, I think I blog'd Kaiser31, right now the only part I see I need is a new Lense for the right headlamp. Sure I willneed more as time goes on. Steve Edited January 3, 2011 by SJMcKee Add additional information (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SJMcKee Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 Ok, took a more extensive look today, the other day was hurried due to the cold weather, and since I'm a rookie on restorations, gotta a couple of questions for the group.Is there a book that gives tips and tricks on restorations? After looking the car over, most of the rubber mounts for the fenders, around the windows, the lamps etc is dry rotted. Are these parts available? The interior will have to be replaced, so is there a place where I can find the period upholstery, and color schemes for that year?This car does not have the radio, it has a dummy plate in place, are these available?Also there is a round plate below the radio about 3" across with a knob in the center, it looks like another dummy plate for an option. Ideas on what this for??It still has the hand assist straps for the back, as well as the ashtrays. All hubcaps. Don't know what the jack for it would look like.Spare fits in the trunk not on the fender as I've seen some pictures.And it needs a headlight lens, and windshield wiper arms.Other than that, some TLC and paint and interior it should be good to go.Sorry for the lengthy dissertation, but appreciate any pointers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 SJMcKee...you can reach me through my email keiser31@charter.netThe round item with the knob is possibly an ash tray.John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnseeker Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 You're correct on the ashtray. That is directly below the radio delete. Radios are available on Ebay. It took me a year but I found a complete unit that was refurbished with a very nice correct head and knobs for $500. I think that's about market on them. The key is to make sure you get the base the head and the knobs. The base is easiest to find by itself. The knobs are really hard so it may be best to find a whole unit. Rubber is available through Steele rubber. A little pricey though. The running board mats I don't believe are being reproduced so you have to go to a generic matting. I'm lucky enough to have decent original mats still. There was a guy who would mill new ones from a rubber blank but I imagine it's pretty pricey. Although if enough of us need them maybe we could get together and work something out with him. Some rubber parts are available through Roberts in Massachussetes I believe. I think that's where alot of my small stuff came from. They were considerably less than Steele. I got wiper arms off ebay as well. You just have to shop and be patient. The right deal will usually come along. Not sure where to get interior fabric. Lebaron Bonney stocks material for many vintage cars, they may beable to help you out. I know they don't have a complete kit though. Just the raw material. Probably a little pricey as well. They seemed to be on other interior parts I inquired about for GM cars. There is on Ebay right now, a pair of NOS horn covers for where you're signal lights are mounted. I'm not sure how many sets the guy has but I bought a set from him last year for my car and he currently listed the only other set I have seen. The nice part is they are NOS so you don't need to have them plated. These may be hard to come by later if you don't have them in the parts in the trunk. Looks like a pretty nice car. Let me know if you need any help. I just finished a bunch of stuff on mine and would be more than happy to share what I learned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SJMcKee Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 Hi guys, here's a couple more picture, thanks for all the feedback, This forum will prove invaluable as I proceed in the restoration, here are some more pictures. We are going to try and start it up this weekend, since it was originally drove into the shed 12 years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JohnArthurSpinks Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 To All,Just as a thought maybe this AACA Forum should be changed from Airflow to Airflow/ Airstream.Anybody have any input on this suggestion.RegardsJohn SpinksAussie C9 Airflow Coupe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 36airstream Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 I second that. Great idea, considering the cars are so similar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maitken Posted January 9, 2011 Share Posted January 9, 2011 I'll third that.The change may be healthy for both groups.What are the similarities for example in accessories offered for both cars ?Are the radio heads , glove box clocks or even hub caps the same ?CheersMark35 Airstream C6 RS Coupe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rawja Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 ...maybe this AACA Forum should be changed from Airflow to Airflow/ Airstream. I'll let the powers that be know of your wishes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Blissfulsob Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 I have 2 3 spd manuals without overdrive in washington state. Also ahve the two engines they are coupled to. Willing to sell all, if interested as I have converted my 35 to a v8 with automatic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SJMcKee Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 Ok, we started the car up today, ran great as long as you poured gas down the carb, couple of problems encountered.1. The starter solenoid is not holding, so need to replace it.2. And its possible the fuel pump diaphragm is dried out, and the fuel pumpdoesn't look right. The ones I've seen online have a sediment bowl attached,this is just a old Carter type pump, no bowl. (does it matter???)Anyway, I saw a guy on Ebay advertising, a Solenoid, (used) for $495, thinkhe is smoking something, or is this reality for old car parts. Steve:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 Ok, we started the car up today, ran great as long as you poured gas down the carb, couple of problems encountered.1. The starter solenoid is not holding, so need to replace it.2. And its possible the fuel pump diaphragm is dried out, and the fuel pumpdoesn't look right. The ones I've seen online have a sediment bowl attached,this is just a old Carter type pump, no bowl. (does it matter???)Anyway, I saw a guy on Ebay advertising, a Solenoid, (used) for $495, thinkhe is smoking something, or is this reality for old car parts. Steve:(For $495.00 it is probably plutonium plated. Not a reality in MY mind. Try Andy Bernbaum for the solenoid...Andy Bernbaum Auto Parts for Chrysler's cars from 30s to 70s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SJMcKee Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 Alas! Both sight were a bust. For the solenoid.Thanks for the help, I've added them to my research folder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnseeker Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 I would try contacting Blissfulsob he said he has 2 engines. Maybe he has atleast one good solenoid he would sell you. You may also try checking to see what else the solenoid fits. You may find it listed for a different car on ebay. Alot of people list stuff based on what they took it off from. Not necessarily what it will fit. I haven't checked but that should fit atleast a few different years and other Mopar products. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnseeker Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 I ran the numbers in my Mopar catalog and the solenoid was used 1936-1941 all Chrysler 6 and 8 cylinders. I ran it through my Autolite catalog and it is unique to just Chrysler cars. Not used on any other makes. It's not even used on other cars in the Mopar lineup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SJMcKee Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 I have 2 3 spd manuals without overdrive in washington state. Also ahve the two engines they are coupled to. Willing to sell all, if interested as I have converted my 35 to a v8 with automaticHi, are willing to part out one of the engines, I'm in need of a fuel pump and stater solenoid. Steve:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest AFOGEY Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Just thought I'd post some pics of mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Seeing these shows us EXACTLY why Chrysler products won design awards in 1936. Absolutely perfect proportions and gorgeous lines! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest AFOGEY Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 Anybody interested in buying my car? I don't have time to work on it. No rust, family owned and always garage kept, needs some interior work. Drivers side Glass and molding around the windows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RAZZELBADGER Posted January 20, 2011 Share Posted January 20, 2011 DO YOU WANT TO PART IT OUT? LOOKING FOR THE INTERIOR DOOR TRIM? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnseeker Posted January 21, 2011 Share Posted January 21, 2011 Fuel pumps are available aftermarket reproduction. I think I bought mine from Roberts. The starter solenoid is a tougher item to come by. You may see if you can have it rebuilt if you have any local shops that do repairs on Generators and starters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9 Posted January 30, 2011 Share Posted January 30, 2011 Is that the original paint on the car? It looks so good in the photos, so does your interior, I would seriously consider driving it as is, after the mechanics are solid. There is a real appreciation for quality survivor cars nowadays. I own a 36 dodge 4 dr sedan I bought in barn condition, but the paint was too thin and rattle can primer was shot over most of it. Its now been repainted and looks great, but I'm sorry I couldn't revive it "as is". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnseeker Posted January 30, 2011 Share Posted January 30, 2011 Do any of the owners on here know excatly where the radio speaker and tube assembly "box" mounts? I have been told it goes over the steering column which makes sense but I have to cut down the left hand glove box liner for it to fit. I just want to be sure it's right before I go hacking my new 80.00 Glove box up. Also exactly where does it mount. I want to know before I go drilling random holes in firewall. No existing knockout plugs match the mounting tabs. Thanks for any help, in advance, Randy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VW4X4 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I'm glad to see there are so many people here with Chrysler Airstream's.AS some of you may know me I have had two of these since the late 80'sand as of right now I think this latest thread has been the biggest gathering of Airstream info. I have ever seen. Cheers to all your restoration hard work, and keeping it as original as possible. I may have a solenoid for a six volt starter. But as noted a good starter shop can rewind the solenoid. This is the type is work it takes to really restore such a rare vehicle. Now, I don't like to promote changes but if your vehicle needs a lot of expensive electrical parts it will be cheaper to convert the entire system to 12 V. This was the only way I could afford to keep my vehicles from the crusher. If I can be of assistance feel free to contact me. Eric vw4x4@verizon.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lozrocks Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 (edited) Thought I would add a few more. From down under a Richards body coupe and sedan. Edited March 8, 2011 by lozrocks (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VW4X4 Posted April 18, 2011 Share Posted April 18, 2011 I ran the numbers in my Mopar catalog and the solenoid was used 1936-1941 all Chrysler 6 and 8 cylinders. I ran it through my Autolite catalog and it is unique to just Chrysler cars. Not used on any other makes. It's not even used on other cars in the Mopar lineup. "It's not even used on other cars in the Mopar lineup." Most other Mopar vehicles in those times had a manual pedal thatyou pushed that engaged the starter.. These detail are what I like aboutthe Chrysler C7 C8 line, over all the other mopar products back then. Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SJMcKee Posted July 22, 2011 Share Posted July 22, 2011 Ok, seeing these nice cars out here, can someone take a picture of under the front seat, where the battery box is so I can see the layout, as well as what the passenger side looks like, please?This site's been pretty quite, everyone move somewhere else.....?Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ATR Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 Looking for drawing of transmission Warner T86-1A from dec 1935 (which is in 1934 DeSoto Airflow) together with 6 cyl engine S1 with best regardsAndrzej RutkowskiWarsaw Poland Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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