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Have you looked at Summit Racing?
They had an exact tank for my 65 Electra. And the cost was under $10 plus shipping.
Bill
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Email sent.
Bill
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Torque wrenches weren't invented until a few years later.
You'll have to look up the torque specs for the bolt size and threads that you are using.
I have a chart that can help you if you can't come up with the number by searching.
Bill
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SuperBright LED's have a sale for Memorial day - 15% off
I have no connection to the company - just passing along info I got in their email.
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Here’s a serial tag from a Whippet for sale through Hemmings.
Glad it helped you get the info.Bill
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The actual Model # would have read 96-123456 or 96A-123456, so the numbers could overlap but the not within the specific model series. It does get confusing by not having an actual Model tag in front of you to compare it to. I don't remember what year it was, but Overland was # two producing manufacturer of cars for a VERY short time. If I run across more info, I'll send it your way.
Here's what it would look like:
Model Start # End # Difference 93A 89001 116700 27700 96 1 316405 316405 96A 321001 470247 149247 98 10001 51250 41250 98A 52001 129783 77783 Bill
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I thought speedometer spun free but I think the gears for the trip odometer is the culprit.
I didn't have the reset knob fully seated when tested and didn't notice that the dials were stiff.
My cable end almost looked like it was twisting the wrong way.
I'm working on getting new ends and cable .187 in diameter.
Thanks
Bill
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Yes, it does look like a Whippet speedometer.
Can you post a photo of the back?
Bill
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I'm working on repairing my speedo cable this week too. You're a few days ahead of me though.
A friend said that he cuts the inner cable to size using an oxy/act torch with a brazing tip. Just heats it up and it fuses the end as it cuts it off.
Bill
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Use the numbers on the chart I posted earlier to find the number for each model per year.
example : 1927 Model 93A started with # 89021 and ended with 116213. That means that there were 27,192 vehicles manufactured.
Do the same for each model / year and you should have your info.
Bill
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When I first bought my Buick, I was a junior in high school.
We use to drive around without the keys, start the car by pretending to fool around with the wires under the dash and tell the other riders in the the car 'that we just picked up the car at the mall to drive it around that night'.
At least that's a story I can post on the internet.
Bill
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That's how my 65 Buick is.
I can also remove the key from the ignition switch easily after the car is running.
Bill
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Thanks Ted,
I know it came from that area but can't figure out exactly how they are installed.
I took the trunk liners out last week to give it one more try at installing and came up empty. I took out both shop manuals (again) and looked through them too.
I almost got it to install to where it would protect the pump from being hit by the top/window, but it wouldn't quite fit.
My top goes up and down without a problem. But I would like to install the rod correctly.
If you happen to snap a photo of how they install, I would be most grateful.
Your Electra looks great. The color is 'awesome' on the car. Congrats.
Thanks
Bill
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Place traps with peanut butter as bait - outside the car.
If you or a neighbor have pets (dogs or cats especially) they could die because they've eaten the sick or dead mouse.
It happens more often than you might think.
Bill
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Can you post photos of the keys?
Sometimes they have identifying marks.
Bill
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I just mentioned Space Farms Zoo and Museum to my wife and she said 'I've been there when I was growing up'.
She lived 40 minutes south of the Museum in the town of Hopatcong, NJ.
We both worked at a summer camp in the Catskill Mountain area of NY and we're fairly certain that we would take the kids there on a field trip every year.
Too many years ago for specific memories, but it's on my list of places to go to when we travel again.
Thanks for posting the museum Billy.
Do you happen to have a photo of the Willys Knight 1931 Victorian Coupe Deluxe on display in the Space Museum?
Thanks
Bill
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Have you looked at Logolites?
I installed their turn signal kit, brake and run kit, USB charger, and LED headlights. I haven't been touring with my car yet, but I am impressed with their products and ease of installation. I fastened their A-Plate on a fold down platform under the dash to make it easier to get to and so far...so good.
Bill
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You may try posting this question on the Willys-Overland-Knight-Registry website.
www.wokr.org
You would have to register and create a user name and password, but you would have full access to the library and the knowledgeable members could possibly help you out.
Good Luck and Stay Safe
Bill
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Hi 02Anders,
I have a 28' Whippet Cabriolet Model 96.
There was a 6 cyl. model and it would have been a Model 98.
If you can post a few photos, I can better help you with identification. Here's a little info that could help.....
If your Whippet is a 1929, it is a Model 96A. I'm attaching a document that has the production info and where to find the serial # for your car.
The engine serial number should be on the passenger side of the engine and is located near where the head and block join. There should be a small machined area that will be stamped 96XXXXX or 96Axxxxx . The sheet below gives you many different place to look for the chassis number. I would first look for a tag under the front seat, passenger side.
Depending on what info you want, you may ask me or you can log into the WOKR website to look through our library. You would just need to register as a non-member and you could have full access to the public forum and the library.
We have a Photo Gallery that I'm sure you would enjoy. My Cabriolet is actually in the Photo Gallery.
I am active in the Willys-Overland-Knight-Registry club and I am the WOKR Forum Adm. Moderator and would be happy to assist you in any way.
On a side note, where is your museum in Copenhagen? I've been to Copenhagen a few times but have never been to your museum.
My wife and I have been to most of the tourist spots (of course) and driven to Malmo and to Kalmar, Sweden (from Copenhagen) to see the Kingdom of Crystal.
When it is safe to travel again, we'll be back.
Stay safe
Bill
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I have a 4 screw vacuum canister on my 28 Whippet. I soaked all the parts in vinegar for a few days to clean the passages the needles travel in. I had to solder a few holes on the inner tank and made new gaskets (2) and reassembled. Make sure you do not use any silicone based sealer on the gaskets. Be sure the air vent is open too.
Have you opened the canister? Is the float lever operated? Mine is NOT. Mine is a bell shaped float that is supported by a wire. The float is tricky to align, so if you are going to rebuild yours, post a few photos of the inside tank and float. Early Dykes manuals show in detail the workings of many different types of vacuum canisters. If you need info, let me know.
There are members of the Willys - Knight - Overland - Registry that offer rebuilding services too.
Visit their website - WOKR.ORG and go to the forum. Click on the PS&L (Parts & Service List) link on the top of the page to find vendors that might help.
If you're not a member of WOKR, consider joining to gain info from other Willys owners.
Good Luck
Bill
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The early WK Model 64 and 65's took 7 quarts.
I'll see if I have any info specifically on the Stearns Knight.
Bill
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I've got them on the front of my 28' Whippet.
Here's a bit of info if they are Gabriel Snubbers. They are tricky to say the least to reassemble and difficult to pull tight when adjusting.
I've got another article that deals with both. I'll try and dig it up.
Strapping is available.
Bill
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My "Crystal Ball" can't tell the future any better than yours.
It's one of those life decisions that you should make and then not look back. One can play 'what if.....' all day long and never come out ahead.
Thanks to all who worked on both events and to those tasked with the difficult decision.
Bill
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RIP “Cadillac” Carl Fielding
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Have you inquired with the Cadillac LaSalle Club or someone at The Gilmore Car Museum in Michigan might know something?
Joining their forum and posting might provide info.
Or his mechanic:
"A resident of Seattle, Fielding drove to Portland where he picked up the sedan from his mechanic, 68-year-old Bob Earls, who has his own shop where he works on classic vehicles.
In fact, Earls worked with Hill and Vaughn Restorations, owned by Ken Vaughn and the legendary Phil Hill, America’s first Formula One world champion."
Somebody else out there knows where it is.
Good Luck
Bill