John Lynn

Wanted - parts from 7R Continental engine. Looking for Distributor / Oil Pump drive connection. Also Piston bolts / NOS rings Contact me on anything you may have available - I have attached a photograph of a Continental 7R engine

Thought I should provide an update. Restoration process has been slow due to major issues with differential, however , have now managed to replace the crown wheel and pinion from a 1919 Case Car differential. Almost the perfect match , and with some good old Kiwi ingenuity , I have a fully functional differential with a much better gearing ratio as well ! Chassis has now been stripped completely , cleaned and painted. New set of tires to make mobility of chassis easier. Gearbox stripped, checked and re-assembled. Brakes all stripped , hubs machined and cleaned up , new brake linings etc. Newly cast Davis hubs and I have been experimenting with a colour for the wheels. Fatman steering wheel restored and back on car with overhauled steering box also in place. Radiator will need replacement. Engine rebuild about to commence. I have attached some photos.

Hi Yes , realised my error and have sent email to the right person. Cheers PS - I am also in NZ - do you have a contact telephone number ?

Hi How is the Davis restoration coming along. I have had a mould made for Davis grease caps( from original caps ) and can have them cast in two different sizes. Do you need any for your Davis ?

Reproduction Davis Vintage Car Grease Caps. Two sizes- will fit 1920 - 1925 Davis . Larger caps fit my 1920 Davis Phaeton. Smaller cap will definitely fit 1925 Davis. Both sizes have been cast in aluminium from original caps. Will need threading to be completed. Can have this done at extra cost and will need thread size. Caps are $ 100 US each plus postage/freight.

How tight should the lug nuts be on demountable rims. studs have 3/4" nuts. Hand tighten or what torque wrench setting ?

How tight should the lug nuts be on demountable rims. studs have 3/4" nuts. Hand tighten or what torque wrench setting ?

Hi All I have found a 1924 Case Car chassis with a Colombia differential that the crown wheel and pinion are a perfect match for my Salisbury differential . Davis used Colombia differentials in both their earlier and later models, after the year of my car ( 1920 ). What is even better , is that the gearing ratio is better than what I originally had , so it looks like I will get some more speed from the car.

Engine was rebuilt / reconditioned approx 10 years ago but not run until 3 years ago when it was fully restored and road worthy. Has had very low use. I now use it on a regular basis for rally runs and general use ( most weekends ). Does not burn any oil and runs really well. Originally had 25W/70 oil used by previous owner but have been advised that 20/40 is ok.

Hi I have a 1920 Oakland 34C Cabriolet Roadster running a six cylinder engine. Would be interested in your comments on what is the best oil type / grade to put into the vehicle. I have had a lot of conflicting " advice ". Some some a heavy grade and other say lighter grade. Thoughts please

Hi Lots of people corresponding on this issue. I am still waiting for my motometer to arrive from overseas before I attempt to fix the red line problem. I have posted photos on my post dated 17th August.

Currently restoring a 1920 Davis Phaeton Tourer. Differential crown wheel and pinion need replacement. Salisbury Differential in the car. Have been informed that the Auburn differential is a possible match

Looking for differential. Currently restoring a 1920 Davis Phaeton Tourer. Salisbury Differential needs new crown wheel and pinion. I have been told that the Paige differential is a match.

Thanks for all the information on the Salisbury differential and possible alternatives. Will place request for a 1920 - 21 Paige or Auburn differential. Cheers

Thanks to everyone who has replied - plenty for me to try. Im still waiting for it to arrive from Norway of all places !!

Thanks to everyone who has replied - Im still waiting for it to arrive from Norway of all places !!

Thanks for your information. I didn't get an email reminder on your reply , so have only picked up your message today. Looks like I did not click reply notification. Much appreciated.

How do I get the red line back to its normal position. I do not want to dismantle it as it is a very rare piece and I don't want to break anything ! I have just purchased this motometer and it looks like it has been stored on its side causing the red line to fill the tube.

Just started a full restoration on a 1920 Davis Phaeton Tourer. Crown wheel and pinion both badly chipped and will need replacement. Prefer to replace if I can as costs of repairs will be substantial. Looking for 1920s Salisbury differential to source these parts. Can anyone help ? Differential cover has 12 bolts.

Hi Tim. Restoration is underway with chassis now ready for sand blast and painting. Just dismantled the differential and found both crown wheel and pinion are in terrible condition with badly chipped gears. Both will need replacing. My differential is a Salisbury. Going to advertise on the parts forum for possible replacements. Cheers John

I don’t suppose they have a radiator for a 1920 Davis !!! good chatting to you but u don’t know your name apart from old car fan. John

Keep those photos coming ! Same for me - metal really good but wood frame will all need replacement. Radiator will also need a complete rebuild as it has been punctured and leaks badly. Not prepared to just do a patch repair.

Wow. Looks like you have the same challenge as I do with my big jigsaw of parts to re-assembel. Good Luck and keep those photos coming. I am getting my car out of storage in two weeks and will get my restoration underway. Willow keep in touch on progress.

Hi Jan. No nice looking photos of my engine. Yet to start on mine but can show a photo of the engine in its current state. All pistons have been removed but all are in great condition as they have been in storage bins.

Hi Jan. no photos attached ?