SuperJonas
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I've bought two vehicles through the assistance of this specific forum page...one Chrysler and an Imperial...all I can say keep it up as it is and always keep an eye out for more MoPar's!!
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About the end of the Fall foliage here in Pennsylvania...had the Airstream out likely for the last time this year. Temperatures in the mid-50s and a cloudless sky...low sun on the horizon showing the 88-year-old paint in a fine light! Just rebuilt the distributor this Summer and got the vacuum advance functioning once again...runs beautifully and I can pull even moderately long, steep hills without issue in 3rd gear!
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Having driven both routes extensively, I believe you will find the Lincoln Highway experience not nearly as rewarding as Route 66; while the markings and identification are mostly there for the older alignments (eastern states are much better at this; Pennsylvania & Ohio), the nostalgia, old landmarks and general feel for a pre-interstate experience generally are gone. This is not to discourage you however, there are many, many nuggets of gems to be found along the way. I recommend Brian Butko's book; I used this as well as route maps from the Lincoln Highway Association website:
Safe travels and have fun!!
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That's one of Ward Cleaver's cars!
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Not to my knowledge; they made a run of black wall diamond tread 650-x16s last year, but I am certain these are single sided only.
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I have a particular affinity for C Body Chryslers though I would much prefer the original style interior for this one...those front seats...no thank you.
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Greetings All,
I was just contacted by Kelsey Tire; they are starting a production run of the 650x16 Deluxe All-Weather Goodyear tires (WW) in about 2 weeks. These are the diamond tread pattern. I've been in queue for quite a while, since sometime in 2021, so quite excited. If anyone has a need, perhaps you may be able to get on the list for these. Contact Kelsey Tire (link below), hope this helps!
650-16 Deluxe All-Weather 4-0 WW (kelseytire.com)
Greg
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Joe,
Would you be able to tell us who made the replacement exhaust collector? I always keep this type of information for future reference when working on my own Airstream, thanks!
Greg
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You are looking for KM Lifestyle:
A fantastic operation. He rebuilt the ignition coil for my 1935 Chrysler.
Greg
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I have used YRC to ship a 274 Straight 8 Chrysler CZ engine from upstate WI to PA in 2021; no problems at all and much more reasonable than other LTL company quotes.
Greg
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Jim,
If not already, I encourage you to peruse an article from WPC News dated May 1982, found here:
https://www.web.imperialclub.info/Articles/61-63WPC/index.htm
You will find the model years were very nearly identical in terms of chassis and powertrain, with '63 being really the last Exner styled Imperial. Though notable changes did occur in several areas: 1962 received the aluminum torqueflite transmission, a new lighter, high torque starter, 1963 saw the 'Park' lever added to the transmission (earlier models relied on the parking brake); all years were pushbutton accentuated. The interior amenities/options were basically the same though 1961 was the last year of swivel seats. All three years had the cool electroluminescent dash, ditto the 'flite-sweep' decklid option. WWW tires went away in '62 I believe. The 413 CID engine was standard across all three years with a slight drop in HP after '61. (350 to 340).
It may just come down to your personal preference as to what model year suits you best as it's practically impossible to state one year was materially better than the other. I like the '61 because of the FINS!!! Others may like the less dramatic styling of the '62 or '63. Hope this helps and good luck!
Greg
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Will send you a PM, thanks!
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Looks like the auto trunk pull-down is inoperable...in my experience with Lincoln Town Cars of similar vintage, the motors rarely fail but the latch just gets stuck from disuse. Taking it apart and cleaning it may be all it needs.
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I would consider the Chrysler CD series as a potential choice. Something akin to this one here:
If you go a bit later in the decade, the Airflows would be my next consideration! Something like a '35 C1 but...the appearance isn't for everyone I realize.
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How about the venerable Chrysler Airstream? This one is a '35 CZ Touring Deluxe. As I understand it - the car that saved Chrysler...the 1st time!
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Enjoyed your write-up!! I also travelled Route 66 this past year and visited many of the same sites; the best road trip I have ever taken!!
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Sophia had quite the nice car at one time; sadly, these just aren't that collectible and this one may languish.
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That 1/2 tank of fresh gas has me all in on this one!!
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Greg,
I will send you a PM, thanks!
Greg
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24Chry48,
If by some small miracle, you happen to still have the original style air cleaner assembly and it's decent, I would be interested. Thanks!
Greg
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Wow, couldn't even have been bothered to take the leaf off the hood for the pictures...nice car and a Crown Coupe, but overpriced somewhat in light of the condition and the potential burgeoning headaches for the new user. Chock behind rear wheel, electric cooling fan installed and the ubiquitous Edlebrock intake and likely carb swap; wonder where the cast iron intake and AFB went.
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Hmmm, swap in a new brake booster, check all the vacuum lines and that just might give the beast a new lease on life. I have always admired the Lincolns from the 1970s, right up to '78 before the 460 was no longer available for the next year.
Not too bad of a price, negotiate it down some more...might a be a bit of a bargain!
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As an update to my previous recommendation on upgrading the water pump impeller, my experience is no change in coolant level in the top tank, no coolant splashing about and overflowing. I liken it to the Flowkooler pumps for more modern cars, which have vastly improved impeller designs over stock pumps.
These are no pressure systems, the chance of just an impeller change causing overflowing is slight; there would have to be something else amiss in the cooling system. Since most of my driving is at slower speeds, (less than 50 mph) and the occasional parade, my thoughts were on increasing flow in these circumstances without compromising originality. It works for me, no issues. I actually learned of the possibility of changing the impeller from another forum member here in an older post.
Greg
Best years? Daily Drivers
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My '95 Town Car has been the best daily driver for me by a long shot. 243K and still rolling along every day! Biggest repair...new rear air suspension about 10 years back. Winter, summer...makes no difference, I would drive this car anywhere!