[1933 Pierce Arrow on C/L near Grand Rapids MI]

Hummmm.  I brought a 1933 Franklin Olympic Coupe for $9,000 in Florida, shipped the car to Southern Cal. (open carrier) for $1,100., and am enjoying running it around over Southern Ca.  Great,  unrestored, very decent running good looking coupe with side mounts ... all original.   Just needed new tires (tires were cracked from sitting) and the usual stuff to get a 20 year sitting car back on the road.   In our immediate family, we have a 29 Pierce Limo, a 24 Chrysler Roadster, several Franklins and Rickenbackers, and the general 60s Ford and Chevy cars .... all drivers.  We do our homework and not afraid to look anywhere in USA.  If not local, we use a carrier. 

It is always better and more fun to buy an unrestored, running, original car to enjoying as you restore.   Stuff is still out there.  Just do your homework ....

[33 Olympic interior door handle]

Not sure.  Been talking with a guy who is doing handles for the Packard & Pierce Club.  He is having some success making a few handles for them.  I am meetinbg with him this weekend.  Hopefully the cost will be ok to good if we can get enough people interested to buy.  I will check out quality and condition of the ones he has made and go from there.  Will keep you posted.....

[33 Olympic interior door handle]

I am also looking for handles for a 33 Olympic sedan and a 33 Olympic coupe.  And I too tried Jeff.  Am thinking of getting some made through 3 D printing.  Any thoughts on the subject.

Frank out in California.

[Franklin Service Station]

Mine came on Tuesday 5/28 to zip 92356.  The High Desert in California.  Thanks ...

[Rickenbacker needed for an article]

Mike,

Check out the "Rickenbacker Automobile Club of America" for information.  www.rickenbackermotors.org   Person there to email or call is Roland Klix - (425) 228-6376  

605_rklix@comcast.net

The club has members with their cars all across the country.  And we have plenty of information on Eddie Rickenbacker and his car company.

Frank

[Franklin engine parts for sale]

Selling mostly complete Franklin engine out of my inventory.  Apart.  Engine came with other parts I brought years ago.   

Engine parts are:

1. Complete block with crank, cam, & fly wheel installed.  Piston journals still wrap as when block return from machine shop.  Block # 35-157446 

2.  Oil pan, rebuilt oil pump, and oil pump tubes/lines included.

3.  Both intake & exhaust manifolds included

4.  6 jugs with new heads/rings installed and 6 piston rods included (you will need rod bearings)

5.  Rebuilt top valve caps included

6.  Fan hood, fan wheel, front u-tube exhaust, & bottom air hood assembly included/no top air hood

7.  Rebuilt oil top & distributor included

8.  You will need a top air hood, gaskets and other parts I can't think of at the moment to have a complete "35" Franklin engine. You will also need a carb, fuel pump, a starter, generator, etc. to complete engine.

This is not a complete engine.  Again, missing top air hood and other parts I am not aware of at the moment.  I was going to assemble a complete engine, but just too many projects.  And as my Franklins are complete with extra parts, I decide to thin out my inventory.  Questions are welcome.

Asking $7,000 for everything.  Sold as is where is with no written or verbal warranties given.  Delivery possible at cost if paid in full first. 

Frank (909) 296-0980 / frankjocelyncastillo@gmail.com

Lucerne Valley / Southern California

 

[24 thru 26 (?) Chrysler heads & gaskets]

I am cleaning out garage.  Have a pair of heads and gaskets to go.  They were brought as "back up parts" for our 24 Chrysler roadster.  Have too many "back up parts."   One head is in great shape.  Second was told had a hairline crack, though I didn't see it.  1 new head gasket still in package.  Others are used.  Sold as is where is with no written or verbal warranties. $500 / offer for lot plus shipping through UPS.  Frank (909) 296-0980.  frankjocelyncastillo@gmail.com   PS: Always looking for Franklin or Rickenbacker cars or parts.

[Rickenbacker Club Is Alive & Well]

On 8/10/2017 at 7:30 AM, Restorer32 said:

I will have to ask the owner if he is a member of the club. Young guy with an old car which he really enjoys.

Thanks for asking the owner.  Can you send year, model, numbers, and a picture if possible.  We are always looking and recording information on existing cars out there.  And having him as a member would be great.  

New membership is always welcome.  

Frank

www.rickenbackermotors.org

[Rickenbacker Club Is Alive & Well]

Rickenbacker Automobile Club of America is alive & running.   Mission Statement: The Rickenbacker Automobile Club of America & it's Web Site is dedicated to the people interested in Rickenbacker Automobiles, which were manufactured from 1922 to 1927 by the Rickenbacker Motor Company (RMC).  Our aim is to generate interest in this unique marque, and distribute information and tips helpful in the restoration and operation of these cars.  Hopefully, more of these cars can be rediscovered and become operable again.  

Come visit us at:   www.rickenbackermotors.org

Further information on these cars or joining us can be reached by contacting Frank Castillo, Membership Services (909) 296-0980 - frankjocelyncastillo@gmail.com

[Looking For Inside Door & Window Handles]

Thanks Mark for the info.  Will contact him.

[Looking For Inside Door & Window Handles]

I have a 1933 Franklin Olympic .... basically the same body as a 1933 Reo.  I am missing most of the inside door and window handles.  Interior is being done now.  So am looking to buy sets of inside door and window handles.  Does anyone have door or window handles from a 1933 Reo they would like to sell?  Or any information where I can get them would be appreciated.

Thanks, Frank  (909) 296-0980

frankjocelyncastillo@gmail.com

[Franklin Olympic Headlite Cans & Oil Tippet Lines For Side Draft Engine]

Wanted: set of 1933 Olympic "headlites" for an 18B.  Also, looking for a set for a 1934 Olympic 18C.  These cans have the parking lite bulb inside the can as well as the regular headlight bulb.

Also, need the "oil tapet line and connections" for a side draft engine.  Or information where I can get the connectors.  I would like to have the whole system on an engine I plan to rebuilt ... even though most people don't bother with them.

Thanks, Frank (long, long time member)

(909) 296-0980

 

[2 - 1929 Pontiac Coupes]

Good Morning,

Are the bodies / parts still available?   I have a 29 in pieces, and am looking at other parts of bodies to see what I have or missing.  Also need to see how the top of coupe's wood is attached to the bottom body.  Could use a spare engine.

Are you interested in selling some of the parts .... or all in one lot?  Call you call me so as we can talk?

Frank

(909) 296-0980

California

[Need Shock Straps For 1924 Chrysler Roadster]

Thanks to all for the information

[Need Shock Straps For 1924 Chrysler Roadster]

Working on long time family car. Very original & in great condition. Need info on where I can get "straps" for shocks ... Any other early Chryslers in L A area?

Frank