Steve9
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I love the four generations of interest. Beautiful job on a perfect car. A friend owns a 31 Chrysler 8 cylinder roadster and calls the wood spokes the “high speed wheels “.
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11 hours ago, Xander Wildeisen said:
In some counties across America. Old bust up cars, living room furniture and used washers and dryers. Are a symbol of wealth and status. Some countries use lama’s and yams as instruments of commerce. Never under estimate the bargaining power of a parked vintage rag top in the old car world.🧐
I can relate with the symbol of wealth thing. In Seattle the homeless who live in junk motor homes who own the most bicycle parts are the wealthiest I’ve figured out.
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That’s a handsome looking 34. I like the 4 suicide doors on them. I’ll bet the old Buick got the most looks of the day. So who hauled home the trophies?
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I’d polish up the brass ones and go with those.
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New welting screws are available from Roberts Motor Parts.
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I think looking how tight the cars are parked the best way to move anything out may be by a helicopter logging outfit on their day off. And it’s not like this place is on I-5 either. Midway between Portland and San Francisco is a logistical nightmare. Thanks for the great photos John.
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3 hours ago, Professor said:
And now for the Doh! Moment:
I soldered the two copper tubes together only to find out that I forgot to remove the Yeti cup lid. The Bosch sensor in the ice water was too large for the Yeti cup lid, so I had to sacrifice the lid.
Doh!
Painfull. I know with Yeti prices that’s probably a $20 lid!
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So what’s the final verdict on the collection?
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On 5/28/2022 at 4:34 PM, Ian_Greenlaw said:
Still thinking about the bonnet holds........
If you’re not sure about the hood props you can contact Robert’s Motor Parts. sales@robertsmotorparts.com
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Is that a wood interior door handle too? Very fine workmanship!
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13 minutes ago, Xander Wildeisen said:
Better buy on this one. Would want to look into drip rails. https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/vancouver-1979-ford-f350-ranger/7483340972.html
Nice but like Steve Mack said the 77 has the muscle thing going on.
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Saw this truck for sale yesterday and took a couple pictures. 77 Ford F-150 390 50,000 miles Original paint. Super clean $26,500. On my way home I got to thinking you could buy this do the car show thing for the summer, drive around and enjoy then put it on BAT and double your money. Whatayathink?
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5 minutes ago, Professor said:
Thanks Pierre,
I have learned so much because of this burned valve. I can honestly say that I have enjoyed every minute of work I am putting into this Chrysler. I would have been happier if everything had stayed perfect, but each little issue, from replacing the wiring to rebuilding the top end had made me more familiar with this car, and for that… I am thankful.
I’m feeling it here, all the way across the country. Nice job Joe, can’t wait for the initial firing.
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Sorry for the loss of your beloved Dodge. We know the pain of a departed friend. You owe it to yourself to start over with a clean original car, not crunched. You and your families safety are at stake when taking to the road. I would not trust a repaired car that was damaged this extensively. Like edinmass said the 20’s car market is soft. You will be able to find a great car for your next ride. Good luck.
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One piece of rubber fuel line will stay. That’s the one that links the lines on the frame to the lines on the engine. This way flexing of the lines as the engine revs is absorbed and won’t result in a snapped ridged line. Great tutorial Joe!
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Sounds great. This spring we’ve had record rain and cold. Not old car driving weather.
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That’s my kinda show guys. Except 2,600 miles away. I think the time is right for these old timers stock shows. Have a great time!
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On 5/9/2022 at 5:32 PM, Professor said:
Hot… ugh. LOL. I am in for a messy fun time. I would almost rather do a thermodynamic model of the entire engine and calculate the expansion of the valves and lifters. ROTFL.
Thanks Piaras! Hot it is.
Joe
My old Dodge guru kept extra long handled end wrenches to do the dirty deed without burning flesh. Sure miss him…
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8 hours ago, Ian_Greenlaw said:
Hey Steve, how's it going ?
Well this is certainly a different type of bonnet support.
So this support basically holds it from near the firewall and the front just hangs there ?
Looking interesting I must say.
Hi Ian,
This support is very simple. Just holds the hood up and when done, folds down and locks into its saddle. Perfect for the non Ford group. And after many years of service replacement rubber tips are available too.
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On 5/2/2022 at 11:48 AM, Dandy Dave said:
A few more photos.
You can see from the setback here if the state orders another widening of hwy 99, this place is gonna be history.
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I believe I have a better hood support for you guys. Roberts Motor Parts sells these. I am including pics from my car.
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You could also try www.fatfenderedrelics.com
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The 1970’s are calling and they want their whitewalls back! Go big or don’t go at all.
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Sorry Joe, I’m know it’s disappointing such a premium car as yours has no corporate pedigree. But my original offer stands in my first communication with you on the forum, I will accept a trade!
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Innies and Outies, front end "nose" styles 1934-1938
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I’ll add to Rusty’s post that the development of the hypoid rear axle allowed more room to lower the cabin of the car too. Everything was getting longer, lower and wider.