WSP 530

The model T front wheel bearings and king pins also fit on the early Chevrolet 490

From where I’m sitting it looks like a bargain

Ford pickups and larger straight trucks had the frame number on top of the frame on the passenger side,they were very hard to see as they were partially covered by the body under the fire wall. I can only recall looking for a vin on a cone that burned after a crash I think it was also on the passenger side near the front wheel on the top or inside of the frame. That was over 40 years ago and I can’t remember 3 things to get at the store.

I plead guilty to painting my Buick red and black, only after not being able to match the early maroon red.

I have a 1917 Chevrolet with the cone clutch, and have had good results using fluid film in spray can with the red straw and the piece of wood to hold the clutch in slightly

I have the original back window frame and some of the material. The frame was wood held in place by some strips of burlap like is used for upholstery seats. The outside was a canvas with the rubberized paint and a lining was sewed on the inside. I toyed with the idea of putting the original back in ,but the top had been replaced in the 50's so I used that window instead.

It is 1/16 thick. The top seal was difficult to install,it had a strip of cotton batting in it, the ends were folded over and not sewn. I used a couple drops of super glue to hold the corners, once installed the screws put enough pressure to hold it in place. I had a new heavy duty sewing machine but it was about at its limit, I wished many times I had my grandmothers old singer. Also I think I have to thank you for the great article on the 65-10 Marvel carb. It was through that article I stumbled onto this forum.

I hope this will help, the visor slides over the top side iron ,and the cap and screw on the side hold the brace. The piece the visor is made from was 9 1/4 wide and 48 inches long. The flat part is 43 inches which is the distance on the outside of the window irons. It looks like 2 1/2 inch was bent at a 90 degree angle to provide the side support, and then cut at a tapered angle.The front of the visor has a "drip strip " across the 43 inches, must be for strength. It looks like it was welded on but it is absolutely seamless. Only wish I could do metal work like that. The back side of the visor had the center 40 inches folded twice approximately 3/4 inch each time, this makes for strength on the back and room for the windshield wiper, it also was bent upwards in the middle about 1/2 inch must have been for drainage. I had a real challenge getting it over the top posts as I had replaced all the rubber gaskets in the windshield. I did it alone but only because I couldn't get it back off after I started, definitely a 2 person job especially after a high end paint job. I had helped install several model A tops for some friends but never tried one from scratch. The only places that would make a top were 50 miles away with a year wait, it was a challenge again, I had some upholstery experience and that was helpful. The old top made a good pattern but over time the old vinyl had shrunk and I wish I had allowed more for the shrinkage. I have been asked several times if I would attempt another, they couldn't pay me enough. Although I would attempt one for myself.

I learned to drive in a '56 Buick, while looking on cl I ran across this Buick. I kept going back to the listing and made the call. It needed a top, interior and the paint was old cracked lacquer. Love at first site. The unusual bumper was installed by the first owner who had a patent on the design. I sewed a matching red seat and a new top, removed all the old paint and had a shop do some body work and paint.

I bought this vehicle along with a 30 year collection of parts, it is now black over red after a year of disassembly and reassembly. Have the original bill of sale, and actual mile title as the 4th owner. It takes me several miles to coffee on Sunday mornings, weather permitting, it sits in my heated garage where I admire it everyday. The previous owner stopped by to take some pictures. Love driving this Buick.