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Faulkneresque ad.
Interesting two-tone. Is that the factory color split pattern?
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9 hours ago, parrts said:
'78 CDV (bought back by GM as a lemon), and finally a '79 CDV.
The 78 was a complete pile of crap, so you bought another one????? Fool me once.....
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I have an old Steele set not yet installed. They look to be made of EPDM, which is fine but the formula has some tendency to bloom. They are multi-piece so there are seams between the molded and extruded parts.
I have seen good results with polyurethane spray-up followed by sanding, but was told the sanding was long and difficult. Of course this method only works if the rubber cross-section is uniform (any pattern is in the metal).
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Giving a paint store an old color chip is NOT a very good way to get the accurate original color. At best it is a way to get a starting point. The chips were never intended to be fade free for decades. Original paint masters, painted metal plates kept in cardboard sleeves with the OEM info on the back, are a good basis, provided you do not rely on a spectrophotometer if it's metallic or pearlescent. I'm not sure when these started being used, but they are newer. Only companies involved in the original supply typically had these.
Old formulae are of even less use, as both available bases and pigments have changed.
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a black sharpie will solve the plug appearance
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depends on the vehicle - time to get specific
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Metallic paints were common in the industry in 1941, but they used fine metal flakes in lesser loadings. This looks like a modern maroon - but still attractive.
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Nice condition, color is a personal thing. "Old man tan" to me. But that was this car's demographic when new.
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1 hour ago, The 55er said:
Looking at the 58 Olds paint charts I can't pinpoint the exact color but it sure looks great.
1957 Allegheny Green was quite close
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Seeing who sponsors the meet usually gives you a good idea of what will be there. Stock vehicles tend to be at smaller, narrower-focused meets. Sponsorship by AACA, CCCA, or a marque club is the thing to look for.
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I confess to misuse of the throttle control on a 41 Plymouth. It locks the throttle in position. So if you get into third gear, pull the throttle knob, you can open the door and drive from the running board. Or the back seat on 4 doors because the rear doors are suicide style. Braking does require some retracing of steps - quickly!
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5 minutes ago, 1912Staver said:
What's the short falling of 3 x 2 bbl carbs ? The Ford FE factory set up seemed to be decent. But I expect you have a lot more experence with them than I do.
there are different ways to do this. the Olds J2 ran on the middle one at lower throttle opening and the end ones could gum up if not exercised.
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Didn't Buick offer radials as an option in 1968? What size were those?
And I agree, narrow whitewall is appropriate for the car.
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1 hour ago, 58L-Y8 said:
Doubtful there is any financial upside to restoring any 1920's cars whether even an open touring or roadster. One has to want to for reasons beyond eventual financial reimbursement or gain.
Agreed. There is also a large difference between the cost of a good amateur restoration (local mixed make shows) and a true concours-winning one.
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No top irons seems to be a significant issue
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On a tri-five , you pay a premium over other similar cars, but have incredibly easy parts availability.
I've had a 57 Olds and a 56 DeSoto, and I thought both were more car for less money.
Depends on what turns your crank.
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A late prewar car like this is not difficult to drive. First gear is probably not synchronized, so you learn quickly to be at a complete stop before downshifting to first. Flat glass is no issue to replace. "Restored" should mean it's a color offered that year, and the interior is in correct pattern and material.
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7 hours ago, JV Puleo said:
It's very simple. If you don't like the price, don't buy it.
Amen
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I think comments regarding authenticity are totally appropriate. I personally refrain from any comment on pricing.
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Continental briefly sold complete cars after taking over DeVaux.
Peerless did build their own engines, just not for all models. There are some folks much more expert on Peerless who can detail this.
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It means that the engine was made by Continental Motors and supplied to Peerless.
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I don't believe so. There are a lot of vehicles crowded around "the line"
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Gary's chemistry is right - glass is etched with hydrofluoric acid. It's much more dangerous than hydrochloric.
LOF's trademarks (and Pilkington's Triplex) are now owned by Nippon Sheet Glass. US headquarters is still the LOF site in Northwood (Toledo), OH. They offer aftermarket glass. I don't know how aggressively they defend the trademarks.
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I think the blank-out looks pretty cool too.
For Sale: 1951 Packard El Paso - "One of three Packard custom cars built" - Nevada, IA - Not Mine
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there was an article about these 3 cars(Collectible Auto, I think). The fastback coupe is quite attractive.