jcrow

Well, here's a bit of an opposing view. Sometimes Clubs do place too much attention on expenses. But those that do not go out of operation. I don't like National Clubs "making money" off tours. However, these tours require considerable effort to put together and I deeply appreciate the energy volunteers put in. Tours have become more expensive than they were in the good old 60's, 70's or even 80's, but so has everything else. I bought my first home in the mid 60's for ten grand. When folks take time off from work and ship their cars across the country for a tour, they really don't want to stay in cheap motels. I guess that those who tour these days have decided that these tours are more valuable than overpriced sports events, golf or other expensive claims on our time. I have been on about 15 Carvans over the last ten years. Through them I have made incredible friends, visted wonderful places that I would have never gone to and had the opportunity to share my Classics with countless folks across the country. If you haven't taken up this opportunity, you should.

John, Thank you very much. Do you know if the cowl and body parts were made during the restoration or were they original to this particular car? I appreciate your help. Johnny

Was this an original configuration? Did this particular car come with this style body? Is the body original or remake? Are there restoration photos available? Thank you. Johnny

Thanks. Car performed quite well on a 1500 mile trip. Then parked for two years. Once I primed the pump, it has continued to do perfectly. Fun and dependable car. Recently obtained a pretty elaborate sales piece that had a factory price sheet inside. Surprised to see price at $5k.

I am no expert on Mercer racing. I do have some Spencer Wishart trophies. I believe that he won in a Mercer car before he was hired by Mercer. Not sure what year car he drove in that first Ohio race. Maybe it was something other than the latest model.

Looks a lot like Spencer Wishart who started driving for Mercer in 1912

Wanted to buy, original radiator mascots in good condition. Prefer items from less well known or high quality vehicles. jcrow22006@aol.com Thank you....

Thanks for all the help. I primed the pump, even though the manual said that it had a priming reservoir. That's all it took...... Johnny

Just started my 23 34B which has been sitting for about 2 years. Prior to that was great runner. Has zero oil pressure. Any ideas? Oil pump go dry. Pressure control stuck. Has plenty of oil. Thanks for your help. Johnny

Thanks for the interesting update. I have hundreds of old photos from this time period and most of them were taken in the Oakland/San Francisco area. Hesitated putting on line....

California in the early 50's. Probably lurking in a garage near you.

Looks like an early 20's Franklin

Looking at old photos in my collection.... thought somebody might enjoy this...

Just a couple of early 1950's photos from my collection. Thought someone might want to see.

Looking through some old photos I have. Marmon 16 on SF street in early 1950's.

Am in California. What other items are for sale? Johnny 925-963-5835

Replaced my 80 series with a later Dynaflow. Old rear end was fine just too low for my touring. Pick up only. Live in San Ramon, Cal. 925-963-5835

Is anybody making reproduction v-16 cap covers? Anyone have some nice 1932 caps for sale? Johnny

Well, hopefully I am not off topic. I do own a couple of 32 v-16s. I have driven one of them on a number of Classic Car Carvans one of at least 4,000 miles. The 32 is a very different car from the 30/31's which are much more truck like in driving and riding. The 32's and 33's are a pleasure to drive, even long distances or at prolonged freeway speeds. I don't have personal experience with the later cars. A lot of the v-16 engine parts interchange for multiple years. Because the v-8's and v-12's often used the exact same bodies many other parts are also available for these cars. It is this very interchangeability that warrants caution. Many v-16's that began life as a sedan have been converted to open cars with bodies from the lesser cars. Fortunately Cadillac will provide copies of original build sheets on any v-16, allowing us to determine what the car really is, or was. Johnny

Needed. 1916 48. New gasket for fuel air pump. I thought someone was making these. Appreciate any ideas. Johnny