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I have live in the small village of Charing Cross, just south of Chatham, On for thirty years and I do not know of any Ballantine family. Many of the homes along highway 98,, now called Middle line, have been there since the 1960's. The location described as half mile west of Charing Cross is now a mushroom growing facility on the north side of the highway and a pasture on the south. The garage in the background in the photo seems familiar, I wonder if I can find it? All the Oldtimers have passed away but I'll ask around to find the Donald Ballantine's farm next week.
Many years ago Mrs. Adkins had a column in the local weekly paper and it was always social events such as this article.
Regards, Gary
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I thought Pontiac had oval shaped rear windows in sedans? Obviously wrong again.
Interesting project with the two piece cylinder head. Gary
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On 7/17/2022 at 10:06 AM, trimacar said:
Well, in the case of my other thread, a deposit has been placed and an agreement has been made, but final transfer of money and cars has not been made.
If I told what the cars were, the collection could be easily identified and tracked by some people if they so desired, and could possibly talk the owner out of selling to us. Don't think that would happen knowing the players, but.....
Think that can't happen? It happened to me when I was living in New Orleans. Had a friend with a car, I'd driven it and liked it. Called him one day and said I'd like to make a deal on the car, we agreed to a price. I told him I'd head over and give him a deposit. "Oh, no" he said, "we're friends and I know you're good for it, no deposit required". Meanwhile, I mention the deal to a couple of other people, excited to have the car coming to me. Next thing you know, one of those guys had gone to the owner, offered him more for car, and the owner cut me out of the deal. With friends like that, who needs enemas ........
Me too, and I'm still bitter and I do not trust the local HCCA members. I am in the running to buy a special car presently and I keep it to myself.
Regards, Gary
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I restore my own cars in my driveway so to speak. Usually, by providing the labour the cost is about the same as buying a so so restored vehicle. My cars are the colours and upholstery I choose, if you buy a car you must accept the tastes of others. When I am out and about and someone asks, yes, I made it myself.
Regards, Gary
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2 hours ago, cxgvd said:
I am presently in the market for a one or two cylinder car. I have inquired for my preferred car and money is not the issue, This one has had the same owner for 40 years, veteran of the London to Brighton run, long pedigree and is loved. My wife and I have been married nearly 50 years, lived in the same house for 35, toured with the group for 25 and I still have people writing me references. You want a brass Ford, you can have one tomorrow. When you want a car, a special car, you have to convince the owners that you are the person to care for their possession. Money does not enter into it.
Regards, Gary
In the above entry the story I tried to relate is sometimes a car you want to acquire is not for sale Then a person must convince the sellers you should and could be the next caretaker. The home for their loved wheels is more important than the money received to the seller. That works in reverse too, if a seller believes your the best person to care for their car he or she will take a lower price to save the car becoming into a hot rod for instance.
I only buy cars from people I know, never auctions or dealers because they have no emotional attachment to the chattel. You know deep down, the best examples do not hit want ads. Gary
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I am presently in the market for a one or two cylinder car. I have inquired for my preferred car and money is not the issue, This one has had the same owner for 40 years, veteran of the London to Brighton run, long pedigree and is loved. My wife and I have been married nearly 50 years, lived in the same house for 35, toured with the group for 25 and I still have people writing me references. You want a brass Ford, you can have one tomorrow. When you want a car, a special car, you have to convince the owners that you are the person to care for their possession. Money does not enter into it.
Regards, Gary
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I don't know if old guys are heading for the front porch or whatever, however if you want a Model A or T and notice the prices are reasonable this would be the correct time to acquire one. Get one on a children's ticket, on sale or coupon shopping. Next weekend I am joining with a pre war tour for two days of comradeship, BBQs, ice cream and interesting stops, can't do it without a car. I am registered for the Old Car Festival. I would rather drive a $20,000 Dodge Brothers with like minded folks than a $200,000 Mustang.
Regards, Gary
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The Old Car Festival, the weekend after Labour Day, at Greenfield Village in Dearborn attracts 800 pre 1933 vehicles. They do not accept modified ones except for a few period correct speedsters or race cars. and a person must apply and be accepted. Pick your show where you would fit in the best and because it is a festival, there is open driving and car games.
Regards, Gary
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Radar Love by Dutch band Gold Earing
The little Ford Rambled Right Along, Billy Murray
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The car is a 1915 McLaughlin with the 22 HP engine. I plan to drive the car Saturday, changed the engine oil and started the engine in the garage, wouldn't settle down to a nice idle. I would describe it as bucking and snorting. I let it run to heat the engine and maybe settle down, it did not.
Next day I looked at the ignition points, measured them and felt for roughness, they are good. I then took the cover off my Marvel updraft carburetor float chamber and found it dry. I opened the fuel line tap and fuel entered the chamber, though a mixture of fuel with air bubbles. I have a gravity fuel system, should be all fuel, 5/16th copper line. There is a sheet metal engine pan between the exhaust and fuel line.
Regards, Gary
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Congratulations, I am happy for you. May the Buick give you miles of smiles.
Regards, Gary
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To perhaps give ff an answer to the question he posed I restored a similar project recently. I paid $12,500 for a car which was complete and licensed but had been sitting idle since 1991. It took six years and cost me $30,000 including the purchase price, taxes, parts and services. In my work I believe the car was left because the rear axle gears failed, I managed to find a used ring gear and a machinist outfitted the works with new, modern bearings. I think I could sell the car for no more than $30,000 today, but I plan to enjoy it for the next ten years. Oh, I should declare I paid in Canadian money, subtract 20% for US dollars.
Regards, Gary
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Ryan; Congratulation on some great restoration work of a rare and interesting car. I was involved slightly with a '23 Gray Dort which was a similar project and the car turned out beautifully as your Moon will. Here is a photo of a 1915 McLaughlin, a much easier restoration I took on, complete now after six years work. The second is the Gray Dort.
Regards, Gary
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Registered by email for the Old Car Festival at Greenfield Village the weekend after Labour Day. We have not been able to attend with the Buick since 2019 because the border restrictions in place. It will be great to see the fellas again.
Gary
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I had a machinist make me two new king pins for my 1913. I also outfitted the hubs with modern roller bearings so no more death wobble. It was frightening when it would begin and the only solution I found was to hammer the brakes to regain control. Life is short and it's only money.
Regards, Gary
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I removed the oil pan to check the bearing clearances and to change the rod bolts and remove the castellated nut and install locking nuts. Buick supplied this 165 Cu inch engine from 1908 until 1915 and the oil pan is a work of art in foundry craft. Our next event for the 1915 McLaughlin is Cars and Coffee at RM/Sothebys on June 11th.
Regards, Gary
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I saw a '32-'34 Hupmobile coupe hot rod Saturday. It was painted black, had modern wheels but the body and rad shell was left original. Very striking presence.
Regards, Gary
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Several of Doug's friends missed him especially today at one of the first Car Shows in Ontario since 2019. Chatham Kent hosted Retrofest this weekend and Doug was a regular supporter, I spoke with his pals from Windsor and searched the streets of the gathering for a 1958 Buick in his memory. Sadly, no Doug or '58 Specials were to be seen.
Warmest regards, Gary Van Dyken
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I received four new tires for my 1915 Mclaughlin touring car. Got hem from a friend in NY state who bought them for a car but then sold the car and retained the tires for me. I bought them from this fellow and through the good graces of RM Restorations they were delivered to my house. As they say in TV " I love it when a plan comes together." Thanks, Gary
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Not historical fact and I cannot prove but when I was restoring my 1915 McLaughlin C25 touring car I wanted clear varnished wooden spokes for the appearance. I find it to be a plain looking car, the nickel trim and natural wood gives the car some appeal. However when I removed the brake drums I expected to find blue paint and I did not, it was natural finish. Doesn't prove anything, the wheels could have been stripped anytime before I got the project. My 1913 Buick I painted the wheels body colour and they look wonderful too.
Regards, Gary
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I appreciate the caution warnings on asbestos. These tiles as mentioned above are made from 1/2" plywood and also have been painted over by me, I can't see how asbestos enters the picture. Since my property was built in the fifties I try to modernize and keep the old time feel.
Thanks again, Gary
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My home was built in 1954 and I am the second owner. My garage was likely built at the same time and is in need of much renovations, however a few items from 1954 will be reused. The workbench as photographed is nearly twelve feet long twenty inches wide and two inches thick and is one piece of Elm wood. I parked my Buick beside the plank to give you some perspective. Then I have an old school blackboard 4 X 6 feet and the ceiling tiles are 1/2" thick 12 X12 " plywood and will go back up. I threw out the fuse box and plan to replace it with modern breakers.
Regards, Gary
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There is a well known restorer in the Toronto area who named his first two children Wendy and Alan.
Regards, Gary
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Yes, the Renault was a TS model, it had a big carburetor too. The other part of the car which was weak were the fuses would corrode and and a quick scrub with some sandpaper was regular maintenance.
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Looking For Information On Big Pre-16 Oaklands (1913 and 1914 6-60, 1914 6-48, and 1915 6-49)
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No luck tracking down the Ballantine farm outside of Charing Cross, the name is unknown in the community. It is raining today, which is welcomed, later I will take a walk and try to recognize the garage in the background of the newspaper photo. Happy to help though it seems as if it is a dead-end.
Regards, Gary