OldChargerGuy

Thank you for the advice, vintage1. I did look into MB Market; I will try The Star. MB Market wants $100 to list, but I will check their details. The car remains unsold and in my garage. I'm surprised it didn't sell quickly, but I am not familiar with the market for these type of cars. As it lingers, the profit margin dwindles. I am hopeful to have a net gain to use towards a project.

Thank you, cudaman; thanks for your patience with my lack of tech savvy.

Hey, cudaman. Do you have an email or phone number for Chris Birdsong? Thanks.

Thank you, cudaman; will do. If that is actually your photo, you look just like Red Green. That's a compliment.

Seeking front fenders for a 1968 Dodge Charger, both left and right sides. Fenders may be in very poor condition, but the leading front portion near the grille must retain its original factory shape without any prior repairs. The front portion near the grille (left and right) may be rusty and even have small holes, but never deformed from their original template. The original fenders of this project are rust-free but the leading edges were crimped by a collision 33 years ago (see photographs). I am seeking to join undamaged leading edges to these original fenders. If you have the requested fenders available, please show photographs for consideration. Seeker resides in Bridgeport, West Virginia, USA.

With merely 70,309 miles, this is the proverbial "little old lady" car, a lady that loves her cars and is meticulous with their care. Always housed in a climate-controlled garage adjoining her home, it rightfully carries the ambiance of a new car, inside and out. See window sticker in photo library for option details. This E320 is nearly perfect throughout, so let's look at a few imperfections: parking brake does not set in locked position at this time minor crack in front bumper cover at this time minor cracks in dashboard manual locking pin in RR door is detached from locking mechanism at this time; door locks and unlocks automatically as designed The 1st-owner (same little old lady) sold this car with 69,581 miles on July 24, 2023, to yours truly to forego the inconvenience of managing a used car sale. Unfortunately, she insisted that the car's title be "closed" in my name, despite knowing that I intended to sell the car. This E320 is virtually a 1-owner car. Photos will be updated as its cleaning detail progresses. $9,975 VIN: WBDJF82J0YX033752 Contact Mr. Joseph: 304-669-0770 or oldchargerguy@gmail.com The car is located in Bridgeport, West Virginia, USA; about 90 minutes due south of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (sale proceeds benefit an antique automobile restoration)

Ladies and Gentlemen of Distinguished Automobile Taste: An elderly client has requested my assistance to sell her car, a Mercedes. First, to squelch any sudden and unwarranted rush of excitement, the car is not an antique. However, it will be in two years. Some modest excitement may be enjoyed by some, as the car has had one-owner, the proverbial "little old lady"; it has 69,800 miles; its meticulous care is on record at the local Mercedes dealer, the only service garage to touch the car; it has always been housed in a climate-controlled garage adjoining her home; and it rightfully carries the ambiance of a new car, inside and out, over and under. It is a 2000 Mercedes E320 model, a sedan, 4-wheel-drive, with the higher output V6. My dear "little old lady" client is distraught that her dealer offered a mere $5,000 for her car. I engaged a professional automobile appraiser to evaluate her car; alas, the reasonable market value of her car is in the $8,000 to $9,000 range. She remains disappointed that a car that cost $63,000 in late 1999, and was so carefully driven and maintained all these years, could not muster a value of at least $15,000. So, knowing my affiliation with the AACA, she asks me these questions: "Should I wait two years to sell this car? Will it be worth more after it's 25 years old?" My reply to her was, "Let me look into that for you." So, here I am. My intuition says its value will change little to none in two years, but I have no experience with German automobiles. I petition you for your expertise in this realm, and I thank you in advance for your sage counsel on the owner's behalf. A few images of her car should be attached. Besides your advice on the resale potential of her car; if, per chance, there is an interested prospective buyer among you, please contact me. The car is located in northern West Virginia, about 1 hour due south of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Delivery is available by a fellow AACA member well-experienced in transporting antique cars, namely his own. His service is personal and private, and would be custom tailored to your location and your schedule. Being personal and private, it is also expensive and uninsured. Private, personal, custom-tailored delivery by fellow auto enthusiast; expensive and uninsured.

Thank you, thank you, thank you, gentlemen; and ladies if applicable. Why do I bother with any other antique automobile forum? Here is knowledge, hands-on expertise, and courteous mentors; the latter being so appreciated as younger enthusiasts are taught the details of caring for these fine cars. I'm nearly 63 years old, so feeling young here concerns me; but that's not an automotive electrical issue. The Imperial Forum has a similar teaching atmosphere; I'll probably keep that one. Some forums are, you know, less civilized. The Gray Ghost isn't likely to attend an AACA event this year (another 'father of the bride' $pring), but its been invited to shade in the Mopar Survivor Display at Carlisle. The ol' Charger was retired from HPOF after an accident in 2021, but it's more than 80% original by a large margin. When the Ghost returns to an AACA event, come visit the DPC display. For videos, visit YouTube's Old Charger Guy channel. Thanks again, Friends. PS: The attachment shows the Ghost sporting its casual attire, incorrect Magnum500 wheels and radial redlines, used for touring and local events. Yes, I said 'attire'.

Wow. Your detailed knowledge is so appreciated, and a lot to take in all at once. Forgive me, but I struggle with automotive electricity and electronics. I would enjoy watching you do these diagnostic procedures, not to just watch good work, but to apprentice your knowledge. Thank you.

Hey, Bloo. That alternator is a 35 amp remanufactured from NAPA, part number 213-1001. I had to dig out the invoice and check to be sure. It's also listed as an 'external regulator' type. The naked terminal on the back of the alternator caught my eye while recording the photograph. I'll look around carefully for a lonely wiring clip dangling nearby all alone. I sure am grateful for your advice.

Thanks for the link, DB26. I will check the system out on Summit.

Thanks, BB. Your experience is appreciated. I love that '39 Beauty.

The 1968 Imperial tires and wheels are sold. Transfer completed on February 3, 2023.

Greetings from West Virginia. I am dealing with a charging system problem in a 1966 Dodge Charger. It carries a 361cid V8 bolted to the A727. In 1974, a 4-bbl intake manifold and carburetor was installed. Otherwise, it's bone stock. In the past 2 years, voltage regulators have been failing often. Is this a manufacturing problem since the COVID pandemic? Is anyone else losing voltage regulators more frequently than oil changes? If not, here's some history on the three main electrical parts: battery, alternator, voltage regulator. Aug 1999 new voltage regulator [ purchased from older brother in 2003; detailed records since 8/02/2003 ] Oct 2013 new battery Apr 2015 new alternator Jul 2020 PerTronix electronic ignition installed (not so bone stock now; this is the first modification since 4-bbl) Nov 2020 new battery May 2021 new voltage regulator May 2022 new voltage regulator Aug 2022 new voltage regulator Nov 2022 last cruise, amp gauge measures discharging condition. Cover for winter. I haven't diagnosed the problem this time yet; just asking if anyone else is having a lot of recent voltage regulator problems. The history points to the electronic ignition. I have no problem restoring the points and condenser if that's necessary. I am disappointed with that electronic ignition, anyways; it didn't improve performance or economy. And, yes, the battery that came with the car lasted over 14 years. They don't make 'em like they used to, eh? The car uses an over-the counter alternator from NAPA, it's a square-back alternator. I understand that square-backs have an internal voltage regulator. This Charger, of course, has the shiny black voltage regulator on the firewall, still in service. Is this a conflict? Should the external regulator be by-passed? Should I begin searching for a round-back alternator? This antique car is used regularly from April to November, clocking about 1,200 miles per year.

Bob: I am sorry. My reply was sarcastic, presuming that you had not read the ad thoroughly. It is I that lacked the knowledge of a manufacture date on the tires. If the current sale does not come to fruition, I will inspect each tire and report their manufacture date to you here, or in a private message. Happy New Year, Bob. PS: My second car (1977) was a 1965 Dodge Dart sedan, robin-egg blue.

Bob Kinker: A deposit has been paid for the wheels & tires; completion of the sale is planned for January. In the event this sale is cancelled, I will contact you promptly. The items sold using the Imperial Car Club Forum. https://imperialcar.club/forum/index.php I don't understand your question, "How old are the tires?". My purchase date from Diamond Back Classic Tires is listed in my advertisement, though it isn't known how long the tires were in the North Carolina warehouse before the Imperial triple-ribbon pattern was vulcanized to the sidewall, nor how long is necessary to ship the tires from the manufacturing facility in Thailand's rubber-tree region. Sorry.

Five (5) tires for sale, four (4) mounted on original Imperial steel wheels, one (1) not mounted.Wheels are factory originals from 1968 Imperial, 15" x 6", 5 x 5 bolt pattern.Mounted tires were used for 421 gentle miles, purchased new on 2/15/2021 from Diamond Back Classics, unmounted tire (spare) never used. All tires manufactured with correct 1968 tire code 083 triple-stripe whitewall pattern. All tires are 8.20R15 Auburn Deluxe radials manufactured to appear as bias-ply tires. See photos.Tires when new were $284 each, replacement original factory wheels were $115 each; totaling $1,880. Offering set for $1,200. Shipping available at cost estimated by carrier plus packaging cost. Tires and wheels available for pick up at Bridgeport, West Virginia, 26330. Contact Old Charger Guy, Joseph Seybert, at oldchargerguy@gmail.com or 304-669-0770. Email messages are preferred. Tread depths of mounted tires are 12/32", 11/32", 10/32", and 10/32".Spare tire shown as mounted and fastened in trunk; to be sold as unmounted tire, spare wheel not included.

Ah, you're killing me! A convertible! I'm drooling here. I've found photos of '62's in white and one in a light yellow. These Crowns do look nice in light colors. I'd love to have a triple-white convertible for my daughters' weddings. Alas, they are both getting married in 2022. I don't have enough time, but they both love my hardtop sedan. Thanks for sharing, John. Would I see you at the Regional Tour in Johnstown, Pennsylvania? I'm considering that tour because it's reasonably close to my home.

Hey, John_S_in_Penna. I just went to register online for the Founders Tour, but it's not listed; just this year's first two meets. Am I missing something?

Really, John, you have a '61? One of my dream cars is a '62 Crown convertible, but their asking prices are very high for me. I may settle for a '68 Crown convertible, but no new cars right now. All three of my antiques aren't roadworthy. I must change that. And, yes, I searched a long time to find a nice dark color; turned down a white one and a tan one. My Dad owned two '62 Crowns at the same time, a black sedan and a white sedan (we were a big family). My brother still cares for the black one, the white one rusted away. Another brother owned a '63 Crown convertible, black on white, white top; real sharp car. Tragically, it was destroyed in a garage fire in 1975. I was there that day, just a young teenager, helpless to save any of the cars. The older guys were restraining my brother from running into the burning garage to save his car. It was too late. Some things ya never forget. Tuesday evening, June 10, 1975. Ya got me ramblin', John. Now, a few more photos . . . Here's my Dad's last Imperial, the '62 hardtop sedan. He bought a '68 Crown for my mother; I learned to drive in that beast. It was the last car my Dad bought. Mom's Crown was identical to the one I found in January. The last image of my Mother's '68 Crown follows, ruined in a horrific flood in my community, August 14, 1980. It had been parked in our junkyard waiting for transmission repair. It was pretty rusty and patched up to keep a sticker on it, getting kind of rough looking from what I remember.

Hey, John. Thanks for your advice. I wasn't sure if the car had to have "meet experience" or not. It will this year if I get it running, but the Tour is early. This will be my third Founders Tour. I'm familiar with the generous hospitality of the AACA community, and AACA's standard of antique automobiles. I really should share my pics and videos of last year's tour, including Marty Rohr changing my flat tire for me (and I'm a young guy!). He was eager to show-off his power lug wrench; it was very cool. I already printed out the tour flyer from the main site. I've been looking forward to going; I have a granddaughter in northern Alabama to visit along the way. Last year I used my '66 Dodge Charger, an Original HPOF. Tragically, it suffered its first collision on Labor Day; pretty hard hit, other car was totaled. That's a whole string by itself. So, my latest purchase is the car most likely to be ready for the Founders Tour: a '68 Imperial Crown. It will eventually be in the HPOF class. She's a little rough on the edges, but the air conditioning will be nice, and lots of room for friends. I travel alone, having been single for 17 years. If school wasn't in session, I'd bring one of my grandkids to help with navigation!

The Founders Tour is coming up soon, March 2022. I just learned yesterday that my first antique car is not likely to be repaired on time to attend the tour. Big bummer. So, my best chance to attend the tour is by getting my third antique car running again (the second one is years away from running again). I bought this car in January 2021, and it's being prepared to join the noble fleet of the AACA community. Electrical issues grounded the car (no pun intended), so I'm hopeful to find and repair the issue. But for now, my question is: May I register this antique car with AACA when registering for the tour, like you do for a meet?

Well, "Tame 440" fans, the third exhaust system arrived yesterday. Complete with OEM clamps, gaskets, and hangers, this pre-bent system is touted as being capable of giving this luxury car the dignified sound of an OEM system. The mufflers are enormous. Not 30" long as one guy said; they're 29.5" from inlet to outlet, just shy of 25" were it counts. That's the dimension I'm interested in. So, we'll see. I'll keep you posted. Can we share video files on this forum? You can bet that I'll record "before" and "after" sounds.

Hey, Fossil: Why did I leave unsatisfied? Twice? Personality flaw, I suppose; I tend to avoid confrontations. Though, it didn't have to be a confrontation. I should have discussed my dissatisfaction and had each guy try again. But I'm not so good at that, a lesson well-learned before I have my restoration project's body-work done by a professional. This discussion reminds me of another specialty exhaust garage story . . . true story. In 2016, I took my '66 Charger to the local pipe-bender near my brother's garage in Brady's Bend, Pennsylvania. The pipe-bender, Andy, is a friend; in fact, our entire large families have enjoyed mutual admiration for as long as I remember. Andy installed what he believed was a quiet, stock exhaust system. When I fired it up upon my return, it was louder than before. "Whadaya think?", asked Andy. "I'm sorry, Andy. It's louder than before". I said I would come back another day, but he insisted that he change the mufflers at once to ones he knew were more quiet. What a commotion in the garage . . . Andy cussed and yelled at himself, throwing tools and ranting about his mistake. But he installed quiet mufflers at no extra cost. Then we listened together, and he installed the H-pipe for a bit more money. That did it. We're still good friends. Andy has since sold his business. He just loved fishing too much. He is a creative guy, a small-time musician, as shown in the picture below that I took that day before the work started. That's right, Andy made his own 4-string banjo using parts in stock. Absolutely hilarious looking, yet the sound was pretty good for car parts! Notice the seat-belt banjo strap. The O2 sensor is a nice touch. It was a hit a local festivals, especially with those who know Andy as an exhaust guy.

Wow-weeee. Man, those are some difficult numbers, alsancle. We shall see how it goes. I have some other tasks for the Imperial pushing my schedule now, but after that I must get that Charger moving along.