[AAC GOLD AWARD]

On 6/3/2023 at 2:37 PM, Steve Moskowitz said:

Can you explain what an AAC Gold award is?   Cannot find anything automotive related on Google.  By chance could it be a AACA National First Prize Award.  If it is, there should be a number on the badge and I can tell you a lot more about the car.

AACA national first W21345 in 2008

AACA  april 2010 charlotte meet first preservation trophy

AACA FEB 2012 21345  class26a

AACA FEB 2009 21345 class26a

THE auction information said AACA GOLD AWARD this was a mistake by them 

the gold award was actualy from the pontiac club july 2009 dayton ohio  scored 367/400

 

[AAC GOLD AWARD]

30 minutes ago, Steve Moskowitz said:

Can you explain what an AAC Gold award is?   Cannot find anything automotive related on Google.  By chance could it be a AACA National First Prize Award.  If it is, there should be a number on the badge and I can tell you a lot more about the car.

Yes it is an AACA award aprox 2010 restored by rick shoesmith i am assuming in the usa

i am trying to get more details from the auction house

thank you for your reply

[AAC GOLD AWARD]

I am considering bidding on a car at an auction in uk

the car is a 1946 pontiac streamliner two door coupe

it was restored in 2010 and awarded an AAC gold award .what does this award say about the quality and level of the restoration

[1928 Chrysler Model 72 Roadster Exhaust System Dimensions]

On 5/23/2023 at 10:01 PM, viv w said:

Sorry I can't help with pictures or measurements as both my cars are right hand drive and even the exhaust manifolds are different. Yes the RHD manifolds are not the same as a LHD car, because they need to clear the steering column. 

 This is something guys probably do not know, one of my friends imported a Model T Ford exhaust and was complaining that it would not fit for the same reason, so if you have a right hand drive car be aware that the exhausts from USA most likely will not fit.

I have a 1928 Chrysler 72 conv coupe right hand drive rear section of exhaust is missing does anybody have dimensions

[PLATING OF PLASTIC PARTS]

Any material can be chrome plated if you can get a conductive surface on the part first ( normally copper)

[Identify this 1932? bumper - LaSalle?]

Just checked my 1931 lasalle bumper 

62 inch long  4 inch wide 5 inch wrap around as per your photos

[Driving Lamp Id?]

3 minutes ago, 31 LaSalle said:

It is identical to 1931 lasalle 

the name on mine is C W HALL LAMP COMPANY NUMBER 10528

hope this helps

Also its chrome on brass not stainless steel

[Driving Lamp Id?]

It is identical to 1931 lasalle 

the name on mine is C W HALL LAMP COMPANY NUMBER 10528

hope this helps

[Driving Lamp Id?]

13 minutes ago, 406mac said:

Can anyone ID this lamp for me?...It has a decorative ridge down the top of the stainless steel body..Tha glass is cracked where the name of the manufacturers is on the lens.....the last letter of the name is L....it then says Detroit, Mich.  Thanks for any help....

looks to be the same as my 1931 lasalle

 

 

[Service book recommends 7/8" No 18 Spark plug, what else can I use?]

On 4/24/2023 at 1:59 AM, Rata Road said:

My 27 Chrysler 50 recommends the above spark plug. The car currently has Campion C-4's in it. Are these a correct match?

Can anybody provide a link to a cross reference guide pleas.

My Chrysler 1928 conv coupe model 72 had champion c4 plugs i have changed them for c5 have been told they should be ok 

not had chance to try them yet

[car radio - invented by chevrolet in 1920?]

5 minutes ago, Frank DuVal said:

Nope, the Cathedral style of radio came out in 1930. So no way can that be considered a typical 1920s radio setup. one

If anybody has a picture of a late 1920 one please post it I would love to see one

cant believe the size of that one or the cost

[car radio - invented by chevrolet in 1920?]

43 minutes ago, edinmass said:

I have never seen any reference to Chevy and early radios. A portable set in 1922 would have cost twenty times the cost of the car. I am aware of a Springfield Rolls Ghost with a set in 1922 and the cost of the unit was said to be two grand plus. And it was enormous. Duesenberg had them installed in late 1928 for the Model J’s. Very few were sold. It was a Philco unit. 

After searching google it states chevrolet installed a westinghouse radio in 1922

which as you point out was very bulky and very expensive

 

[car radio - invented by chevrolet in 1920?]

It was a surprised { to me at least }to read an article in a uk national newspaper

that car radios were invented by chevrolet in 1920

cant imagine my chrysler 72 with a radio

does anyone have a 1920s car with a factory radio fitted

 

[late 1920 s car colors]

what two tone colors would be standard on a 1928 chrysler 72

[1928 CHRYSLER 72]

Would a Chrysler 72 have come from the factory with a jack

also where would the jacking points be on a model 72

If anyone has a picture of the jack could you post on here

THANKS

[How long was your restoration project?]

51 minutes ago, Aussi John 1 said:

I've done two full ground up body off restorations , the first one was on my 11935 Studebaker Commander Eight and the second on my Brooklands Studebaker President Eight. Each car took fourteen years.

 

 

Worth the wait beautiful cars

[Brakes 1928 Chrysler model 62]

5 hours ago, pre1939chrysler said:

Check the break fluid can . Take the part off that holds the pump lever and un screw it. Arethere 2 washers at the bottom with a cotter pin on either end. The Re should be a leather ŵashèr in between the washers. It is about 1/8th inch thick  and needs to fit snug but be able to mome to build up pressure. 

You need to pump your breaks every few weeks.

Any Idea of the diameter leather washer looking to reseal my 1928 model 72

 

 

[1928 Chrysler 72 Headlamps]

2 hours ago, Gunsmoke said:

While the George H Dammann book shows several pictures of 1928 Chrysler Model 72's with drum style lights and one with perhaps dome style, the attached page from the pre 1934 Chrysler Master Parts List may help you understand what was occurring at the time. The model is referred to as a "J" in the index, and as seen here, the car came fitted with a range of headlamps, with changes being made mid production, and for some specific models, such as the Convertible Coupe you have. It is also interesting to note reference to Canadian production. As you and others may be aware, it was not unusual for the Big 3 American manufacturers when the upgraded/updated styling changes were made, to send unused in-house parts inventory from previous year's models to Canada or Europe for assembly into models being built there. This was common practice for cosmetic stuff like headlamps, door handles, and other trim items that did not affect much of anything else. 

Using the parts numbers shown on this sheet, you may be able to discern just what you have and what your car may have originally used. You will also note a similar pattern of multiple headlamp options applied to other year/models. 

HI  Gunsmoke

thank you very much for this very interesting information

I am always wanting to learn as much as possible about my car

I have gained a wealth of information from this website

and hope to learn more. your help now and previously is most welcome

[1928 Chrysler 72 Headlamps]

I have a 1928 Chrysler series 72 convertible coupe

 

 I have a question on headlamp fitments for this specific year car

after looking at various pictures of the general 72 models

there seems to be three types of headlamps

{drum type}

{bullet type}

{dome type} which are fitted to my car which ones are correct for my specific model

did Chrysler change lights mid build on such a short production run 

I would have thought this unlikely but from what I have learned so far anything is possible with Chrysler

[1928 Chrysler 72 distributor]

17 minutes ago, leomara said:

I have a 659B for my 1928 Model 72 and this documentation agrees:

HI leomara

can't argue with the information in black and white

thank you very much I am hoping my car will run with the 656n 

anyway thanks again for your help i am most grateful 

[1928 Chrysler 72 steering wheel nut]

HI  looking for the thread size for the nut which holds the steering wheel on

[1931 lasalle carburetor]

On 3/28/2023 at 12:02 PM, edinmass said:

Check your fuel pressure, it should be less than three pounds, if your running an electric pump, most likely it’s you problem. They can be difficult to get set up correctly, and be aware almost ALL parts sold for them are poorly done and fit like sxxt. They often hang up on the bowl if the shape isn’t perfectly correct. Modified needle and seat can also cause problems and most needles and seats are vastly incorrect. Post photos of the carb apart with close ups of the parts, and I will comment on them. Ed

  always a problem when buying repro parts hope im lucky and they fit ok

I am running on original vacuum tank dont like electric pumps I usually find they cause more problems than they solve

[1931 lasalle carburetor]

8 hours ago, 1wonton said:

I have had similar problem with the '31 Cadillac Johnson carburetor.  I replaced the original cork float with a new plastic float which didn't really stop the leak, plus it tends to stick closed unless I tap on the carb body.  My problem is with the float valve hanging up.  This valve is rather delicate, and you have to get the little brass clip bent just right in order for it work correctly.  I have a couple spare V8 Cadillac Johnson carburetors if you need them.

HI 1wanton . thanks for your input to my problem carburetor 

I have managed to get a carb rebuild kit from america (plastic float)

Thanks for the offer of spare carb but thankfully a spare one came with the car

I have seen posts on various web sites as to the difficulty setting up the float on this carb

Due to commitments with my other cars it might be some time before i get round to this task

It sounds like it will be a lot of trial and error with brass hinge

thank you

 

 

 

 

 

 

[1931 lasalle carburetor]

I have a 1932 lasalle 345a town sedan 

when the engine is started it runs ok but fuel leaks from carburetor  (johnson)

 

could this be from a stuck float or could it be something else

[Chrysler 72 spark plugs]

2 hours ago, lozrocks said:

I'm a believer in taking advantage of modern technology where possible.

Spark plug adapters are available to reduce the size of the thread down to 14mm. Then you have a huge range of available heat ranges and technologies to choose from.

I am not a big fan of modern technologies  that's why I have vintage cars

which can be worked on with normal tools. not like modern cars with all the electronics

just my own view