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cdan34

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  1. Hi Ken, This print is from Earl Brown and gave me the dimensions for the machining I did on my v12. I don't have the part numbers for the v8 seals. Thanks for the info you gave me about the '39 grill, earlier.
  2. Very interesting, When I finished my v12, I was aware of the diverter but didn't use them. My thinking was that I was using Hogan Heads with two water outlets per head. Maybe the diverter would have been a good addition. I'll know when car gets on the road !
  3. Thanks Tom, it's on order.
  4. Tom, I have the same problem as Jord with my trunk seal for '39 Lincoln Coupe. On the top when lid is closed it pulls out seal from it's normal position. If it were hollow as you mentioned that may not happen. I think the one at Bob Drakes is solid, where did you get the hollow core seal that fits ?
  5. It bolts on a bracket that is likewise bolted to the steering box, facing the firewall, under the steering column.
  6. These are some pics of the '39 L.Z Coupe I'm building. The dipstick tube is early Ford v8 and Chevy six pan breather also full flow oil filter. All these were done with engine out. The angle of dipstick had to be changed to fit with exhaust and steering column. When full of oil it's pretty close to the right level.
  7. MNathan, The valve locks I used were from Speedway Motors part # 91599097. As you mentioned they were for Chevy Exhaust Valves, single groove. I forget the amount I took off the bottom of stem, but it worked out well with these valve locks.
  8. On my v12 I used Chevy valves that were 1.550 dia. The valve inserts will stand the bigger size. May be even let more fuel in. I had to machine a small amount off the stem and use special valve spring lock which lowered the spring height. All this worked well with Johnson adjustable lifters and reground cam. I used the single valve groove and the valve locks I purchased at Speedway Motors.
  9. I see the recess where that would fit in the door. I wouldn't have guessed it, is there anywhere I can buy those type of springs. Thanks Colin
  10. I'm in the restoration process of putting the interior of my '39 coupe together. I don't know how the glove box door stays closed. On the passenger side, the lock can keep it closed but on the drivers side nothing. Was there a spring for the lower section of these doors to keep them shut ? Thanks LZ Gurus
  11. As the years go by my Coupe is starting to take shape, and thanks for the help given by a lot of you guys. The windshield wiper motor is trash and I would rather put in a newer electric motor. It won't be a problem to fabricate mounts or brackets. Has anyone done this and what was the motor that you used, there's a lot out there. thanks again Chuck
  12. 40Zeph, I phoned Ron, had a pleasant conversation and he's making me two dash inserts for my '39 LZ. He's a good source and lives in the Bay Area, thanks so much for the info ! Chuck
  13. Does anyone know if they make glove box inserts for a '39 lincoln Zephyr. Or maybe a certain year Ford may work or be modified to fit. Thanks Chuck
  14. I wanted to mention to you guys that have die cast or pot metal problems. My grill for '39 Lincoln Zephyr was in need of repair. As I remember, somebody on this site had similar problems and mentioned this shop. I phoned the number, left my parts and I'm very pleased with the work and the price. Couldn't be better. The Pot Metal Repair # 707 621 5052.
  15. Abe, I'm glad to hear that you were able to do this. I didn't know if the front horizontal port were restricted in some way internally. But I think it's open to the same oil volume as the standard oil port that feeds the rest of engine. Great to see you've done it ! Chuck
  16. Thanks guys for your comments. The semi full flow oil filter idea seemed easier to me on the later v12's because you don't have to drill and tap two times as you do on the flathead v8's. Using the stock filter would be fine and the way to go if this were going to be a high point car. Unfortunately this '39 Coupe saw some hard times, 92,000 miles, a Buick v8 with dynaflow, Buick steering box, column and wheel also other mods plus being left in the wet for many years, no protection. The car is now a rolling chassis coming back to life with Colombia rear and Zephyr trans. The '46 - '48 v12 will be modified a little for power. The rear end is running later Ford Axels, not too difficult an improvement. So from the outside with original color this car should look stock. I wanted to mention the engine is using Hogan Heads, solid lifters and the crankcase ventilation will come from pan to oil separator with vacuum from check valve, exhaust. These modifications are visible but not that bad. Chuck
  17. I'm interested in knowing if a semi full flow filter can be installed in the later lincoln v12's. I know the method on the v8's but I'm wondering if you could block the rear horizontal oil passage in the same way and come from either the top or left oil port to filter out of filter to front oil port on rear of block. Merv Adkins sent me a nice diagram of the oil passageways and it looks like this may work. I may be way off on this, but is it possible and does anyone know if it's been tried ? Thanks Chuck
  18. Thanks Ken, I'll check Dave at Macs.
  19. Le Baron Bonney did send me samples to choose from and I was ready to order. This was an upholstery kit for a '39 L.Z. Coupe. Then I hear of the bankruptcy, I think I was too late. Are there any other upholstery suppliers for this car ? Chuck
  20. What a great movie and memory for that special car ! Thanks Ken
  21. Thanks for those great replies. Photo shows it all. Chuck
  22. I'm in the process of the rebuilding of my 39 LZ Coupe. I'm fitting the fenders and doors. My question, does the rear fender welt proceed down to the rear quarter curve stainless trim or does it stop where the fender meets the curve section ? Thanks guys Chuck
  23. Yes they are still for sale. If interested you can email cdan34@att.net or ph 415 388 2882 Thanks Chuck
  24. 15 inch rims, hub caps, beauty rings in good shape. Tires have good tread, some blems on WW. $450. or best offer. cdan34@att.net - 415 388 2882 tread
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