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Hi Folks, Looking for Franklin expert to come to our shop and troubleshoot a driveability issue with a 1927 Franklin 11B. Car is located in Syracuse, NY. Can supply most resources and tools. PAID GIG. Respond via email and I'll shoot you my phone number and can provide more information and details. Thanks, Ed.

Hello fellow Franklin Owners: I've been assigned by the folks who run the Onondaga Historical Association to organize the antique car participants for the grand re-opening of the Hotel Syracuse in June of this year. (June 4, 2016) You can read some about it here: http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2016/03/gala_event_planned_for_hotel_syracuses_reopening.html and more specifics here: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/hotel_syracuse_gala.pdf Onondaga Historical Association and the Franklin Club have had a working relationship for some time. Additionally, after meeting with Gregg Tripoli (OHA Director), he has shown a true affinity for all things Franklin and it's honorable place in Syracuse history. Anyhow, the gist of the matter is this: - They would like approximately 12 cars - preferably Franklin's (since made in Syracuse), but not absolutely necessary. - Prefer most period correct years (ala 1920 to say 1930) (Hotel opened in 1924) - Timing would be for cars to be on display from about 2pm until about 7pm. - They want to do photo shoots with the Cars, the Hotel in the background, Developer of the Hotel, the Mayor; plus they plan on having participants dressed in period costume milling about, etc... For each participant: The street will be cordoned off and reserved for the cars to be eminently displayed directly adjacent to the Hotel Each participant will receive two fully paid tickets to the event, including cocktail reception and Dinner for 2 at the imperial ballroom. ($300 value) I don't know how many Franklin owners would be available for something like this (??); but as a fellow owner, I wanted to post here first. If interested, please respond to: mail@empire1.net and include your name, contact phone #, year, make, model of vehicle, picture (if possible) - and I'll email you back shortly and can get you more specifics. Even if you can't make it, but perhaps know of someone in the vicinity with a vehicle that meets the criteria above (sans Franklin) - please have them do the same. Thanks in advance, Ed. 1927 Franklin 11B

Awesome. I'll email him. Thanks!

Anyone have a source for a replacement speedometer drive for a 1927 11B or equivalent?

HI Scott I'm looking for 1) Watson Stabilator and bracket (not to get in front of anyone else ) 2) Headlight swicth and/or whole panel 3) Fuel gauge https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/20150917_162046.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/trek2014/IMAG5428.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5314.jpg Pictures here- all for an 11B or similar. PM me, and I'll get you my cell #. Ed.

I was troubleshooting issues with the dome light circuit, and decided to "READ" the manual. It alludes to the fact that the cigar lighter device in the 11B may also function as a domelight switch? I looked in the drawings section, but wasn't able to clarify exactly how the device was supposed to work. It seems to me, that when the trim ring is fully adjusted to the dash panel, it does not allow for any movement of the push-pull switch. This seems a little odd. Can someone clarify what the operation of this bottom switch is supposed to do? Thanks, Ed

Looking for light switch as pictured in attached. Not the panel, just the switch. If you have one and want to part with it, let me know. Thanks in advance! Ed

Any idea on proper torque for the 11B demountable rim to hub bolts? (3) I didn't see anything other than "tighten if loose" in the manual. Thanks! E.

Looking for Series 11B gas gauge. (as mounts to the tank) Will be attending trek, so if you have one and bring it, I'll be happy to pick it up there. Thanks in advance, Ed.

I'm in need of replacement pistons for 1927 11B. Can someone suggest a source? Also, one of the jugs has the tab broken off where it mounts and they have just attached it using a washer to the existing flange. Any hope for finding a replacement one of these? What about all the gaskets needed for reassembly as well? Ideas much appreciated. Pics https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG6117.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG6118.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG6119.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG6120.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG6121.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG6122.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG6123.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG6124.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG6125.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG6126.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG6127.jpg Thanks in advance, Ed.

Got the oil pan off and discovered some items that weren't supposed to be in there I think: What to do for replacement pistons? ~Ed. https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5542.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5543.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5544.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5545.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5546.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5547.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5548.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5549.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5550.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5551.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5552.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5553.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5554.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5555.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5556.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5557.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5558.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5559.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5560.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5561.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5562.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5563.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5564.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5565.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5566.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5567.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5568.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5569.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5570.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5571.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5572.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5573.jpg

So, I drained the Trans and Diff, and what I see looks pretty yucky. Is it recommended or possible to flush with something before refilling? ~Ed.

It was recommended to drop the oil pan and clean out any 'gunk'. I'm curious about the gasket..... Is it reusable, or should I just use a high-temp gasket compound, or something else? Thanks, Edwin.

Four used 6.00 x 20 Blackwall used Tires, Tubes, and Flaps. Holding air when removed from car, but two tires exhibit a fair amount of dry rot/checking. I'm sure they'd be fine for a static display, but I wouldn't drive on them. Unsure of exact age- I'd guess at 15-20 yrs. Tread is good, and the tubes and flaps could probably be reused with new tires. Not sure what they're worth- but since the new ones are $1k. I'll throw out something like $200? Located in Syracuse, NY. ~Ed Ed.

Looking for : -20" (11B) Rim in good condition -Drivers-front watson stabilator and bracket Both for original use or equivalent to items on 1927 Franklin 11B. Items or leads much appreciated! Thanks, Ed.

I'm in the process of doing this just today. Here's some pictures: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5284.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5285.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5286.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5287.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5288.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5289.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5290.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5291.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5292.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5293.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5294.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5295.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5296.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5297.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5298.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5299.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5300.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/85044790/franklin/pics/IMAG5301.jpg Also, I noticed the rim lock hardware is broken on one of the rims. Is there a source for replacement rim, hardware, and bolts and clamps? Thanks, Ed.

I received this private response below from PFitz probably within 2 hours of the original post. I'll post it here for the benefit of all - since I was unable to locate such a "Quick Install" checklist on the forum. Thank you. Ed. "...I help club members with any Technical questions and tech talks at the Trek. I also follow the tours during the trek with tools as the break down truck and help out with any mechanical emergencies during that week. You can use either conventional, or synthetic oils. The crank case holds 6 quarts. A 10w-30 for motors in good shape and a bit thicker if the motor is really worn. Just don't use non-detergent oil. It's an old wives tail with no proof, that detergent oils will damage old motors. Modern oils will help clean out sludge, but they do it so gently and slowly that there is no rick to the motor. For the trans and rear axle, a good SAE 140, or 90-140 gear oil for limited-slip hypoid rear axles is what you need. For all the chassis grease points, drive shaft, steering box, and wheel bearings, a #2 high temp wheel bearing grease is good. Comes in buckets and grease gun cartridges. No need for gas additives of any kind, other than adding Marvel Mystery Oil to help prevent fuel tank and vacuum tank rust and keep the fuel system clean. It also helps clean carbon out of the cylinders and valves and keeps the top pistons rings loose so they can seal better. Use the proportions on the back label. Use regular gas. It's much higher octane, cleaner burning and far better than the 57 octane that was available when your car was designed. Usually, for a car that hasn't been run in many years it's recommended that if you don't know if the crankshaft bearings are original, it's a good idea to drop the oil pan and inspect the bearings to see if the babbitt material is cracked, flaking, or crystalizing with age. Better to take the time and look than finding out after expensive parts come flying out the side of the crank case. Tire pressures should be about 32 to 35 depending on how firm you like them. If the tubes are more than ten years old think about replacing them. If the tires show sidewall cracks, same for them. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask."

Hi Folks, I'm the proud (yet uninformed) new owner of a 1927 Franklin 11B. It's in great shape and runs. However, as this is my first car of anywhere near this vintage- and the car has been idle for approx 5+ years- it's been recommended that all the necessary fluids should be changed. I have the owners manual on order and have looked through some of the tech sections on franklincar.org and used the search feature here, but have been unable to locate such real basic info as the following: -What type of current motor oil is recommended for use? Is synthetic ok? Fill volume? -Transmission, diff fluids recommended? -Gasoline to use? Is some sort of lead additive necessary or recommended? -Tire pressure recommended? -Engine coolant? Ok, that's a joke. Aura Vincit! -Anything else of import for a 27 Franklin in good running shape, but has sat dormant for a number of years? Sorry for the stupid and real-basic questions, but I promise to reciprocate and answer the clueless new owners questions like this the next time around. If there's already links to this kind of info- just point me in that direction! Hope to see some of you at the trek. Thanks in advance, Ed. Syracuse, NY.