Dave39MD
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You are probably right, it was a massive open car but most cars are big to a ten year old.
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Dave
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When growing up in the outskirts of Detroit in the 60's a neighbor had a few very interesting Cadillac's. One was a large pre war open car which they described as an FDR parade car. Seems the last name of the owner was Barthet. Do you think it was an FDR car and is it still around?
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Dave
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I can't help but there are many 29 owners on the VCCA site. I looked through the parts book and don't see any special clips or locks but I would not want you to break anything.
Ask here and see if there is something besides force you need to do;
Dave
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Matt,
Thanks for the information, hopefully the new owner can get it sorted so they can enjoy it.
Dave
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Matt,
It looks good to me but you must be talking past the skin deep part. Then again I bought a 40 Coupe out of a junk yard in high school and have always wanted to give it another try.
Dave
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Not sure if these were in the CCCA or another part, I can email them if you want to use ;
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Taken about 43 years ago, at least the car still looks about the same;
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If your engine is stuck, follow the good advice above and also take the valve cover off and spray penetrant around each valve. Then take a light hammer and gently test each valve for movement. A stuck valve from sitting will bend your push rods. Not the end of the world but you may be able to prevent it.
To replace the oil pan gasket make 4 studs by cutting of the heads of 1/4 20 bolts so you have studs. Be sure to clean the surfaces very well. The night before wrap the small end gaskets around a coke can so they preform a circular shape. Put the studs in to hold the gasket lined up and use grease to hold the gasket on the block. Put the end pieces on and some use a small dab of sealant where they meet the long side gaskets. Put the pan on and once secure remove the studs. A few of the pan screws maybe different sizes so remember which hole they go in. The 39 did not have a rear main seal only a slinger. (most of the above copied from the VCCA site)
When you go to see your car take a picture of the engine number and body tags and we can provide more info.
Dave
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You can get reprints of good quality owners and service manuals along with the Chevrolet Service News (order 38 and 39)here; https://www.fillingstation.com/
If original to the car your 39 should have a 216 as mentioned above.
Depending on how it was put away you should inspect the brakes and fuel systems. After any long time sitting the wheel and master cylinders will need to be cleaned up, honed and new rubber cups. I have also had to put a couple of sets of brake hoses on mine over the years. The fuel system will need to be cleaned and checked from the tank to the carb. I would plan on a fuel pump and carb rebuild kits at a minimum.
Dropping the pan as mentioned above is good advice and the vcca forum link has the proper way to reinstall the pan gasket if you need help.
GM Heritage link; https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/gm-heritage-archive/vehicle-information-kits/Chevrolet/1939-Chevrolet.pdf
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Kylan, Nice car! I have been the caretaker for my grandfathers 39 Chevy for almost 50 years and it has been a lot of fun. One organization I wish I found sooner is the Vintage Chevrolet Club https://vccachat.org/ lots of good help on parts and service.
I would research the grade of oil to be used. Many, myself included , feel a 10w-30 is better in the splash system used in your 39.
Good luck and enjoy!
Dave
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I found these in a 31 Chevy Cabriolet door. My guess is that by 1937 the window was rattling and these were an attempt to stop it.
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I wonder if you could use some combination of wet towels and then steam to soften the latex paint (if that is what it is)?
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It looks like you are looking for DE housing part number 1860492. I don't have one but you might search e bay. It has been NLA from Delco for at least 40 years.
Dave
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It is fantastic your daughter is interested in your great car. I have been thinking along the same lines but narrowed down to starting instructions. You have made me think expanding to a written record of starting, driving, storing, maintenance, thinks to watch for, history of the car , and why it is special might be a good start. Maybe a record of what I have done and where the spare parts are hiding would also be helpful.
I wish you the best.
Dave
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My 1968 AC pump catalog shows the same part number, on the 6, from 1940 to 1950. It looks like you have Carter pumps pictured , can you get a kit for the pump on your vehicle? I use Then and Now for fuel pumps and parts.
Dave
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This one may be over kill but I am going to try it .At 300A continuous , 2000A intermittent it should handle 6 v. It is heavy, feels close to a pound.
Cole-Hersee 75908-BX
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My Grandfather used the 21 Dodge as a tractor and powered his saw mill with the rear drivers side wheel. The 39 is still in the same condition as it is in the photo taken about 1951 and used often .
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The NCRS has detailed information and judging manuals. Since you are going to restore to their standards that is where I would go.
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Kids love them and I can see the advantages of dating. My mother rode in one from Long Island to Estes Park in 1934 she was 20. Wish I could ask her about that adventure.
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My 31 66s does not make that knocking sound but many of the other sounds are familiar. My oil pressure is a little higher on the gauge, 30 at idle and about 40 going down the road. Are you running the original fan bearing with the oil and pump inside?
Dave
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This is an interesting thread. My 31 60 series appears to be an original survivor. Valve cover, side plates and many other accessories are black but the block and head do not appear to be olive green. It has more blue in it than I would think olive would have. The vehicle has 44,000 miles and the body, interior, and chassis are clearly original. I suppose anything could have happened over the years and the paint may have changed color. I am interested in opinions. Thanks
Dave
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No idea on what it would cost but you can do it yourself. If the harness you have is marked and the instructions are still there it is not too difficult. If the old harness is still in the car and you don't have the instructions, take a lot of pictures, make notes, and try to do a section at a time.
The wiring diagram for the car is also very helpful and can usually be found in the shop manual or maybe on line.
If you can determine who made the harness, YnZ , Rhode Island, or some other company, they may be able to provide instructions.
Dave
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The second switch, the Cole-Hersee, is rated 2000a intermittent. Would that work with 6 volts?
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No cross on the M-744 which seems odd, maybe a high output performance pump? 95-41348 various ford products with 6.6 , 69-78. M 4385 various ford 67-76 6.4. Using an AC cross reference which is not the best way for application. The 95- NAPA numbers were supplied to them by ACDelco so the suffix is the ACDelco number.
Dave
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