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That is a Model A wrench. the tip of the handle is used to remove the slotted plugs.

I misread it.... Stationery.....

Looks like they are located in Statione, NY

Air Friction carburetor that fits a Ford Model T Frank

41 Ford

If NY had two plates in 1950, then you need both plates. Frank

Well, how did you check for a short? With the brushes touching the commutator, you will have a dead short. Place a piece of paper under each brush to see if the short goes away. if so, That's your problem.... Seriously, there are many things that can cause it... Brushes touching the frame, wire from the brush loose, insulating bushing at the post is gone... so on... Frank

I was thinking Stude also, but they did not have the pronounced crown in the fender. The late teens, early 20s Studes had flat, rather plain fenders... Frank

The star with the Maxwell was Jack Benny, not Bob Hope...

According to the Car Spotters Guide, 30 Hupp above is correct. 1928 Hupp Century Model M Frank

If your car is truly a 1926 Studebaker, it is not a President. The model designation of President was first used in the second half on 1927 and was only applied to the 7 Passenger Custom Sedan (Big 6). It was not applied to the 7 passenger touring or any other model Big Six. This was done to introduce the new naming series that would be introduced in the 1928 model year. In 28, they introduced the President, Commander, and Dictator series. You do have a lovely car, but it is most likely a Big Six model. Frank

I would say that the shaft is most likely worn. Now, it just so happens that I have two complete Big Six fans with hubs and all. One has some wobble and one is quite tight. I'll PM you... Frank

The 289 was offered in the second half of 1964 only. There was a time when both the 260 and the 289 were offered together, then the 260 went away... Frank

1964 Fairlane, last year for the 260 V8. Frank

The six cylinder Graham had louvers, the 8 cylinder had doors. The change in the radiator was made in January of 1930 and they called it a 30 1/2 model. It was not uncommon to make major changes in mid year. Frank

1930 8 cylinder Graham

I find it curious that there are responses in this thread that support the creation of a rare and desirable model because it has been done with the utmost care and attention to detail. At the same time we debate the ethics of the Stearns creation, there are discussions in the judging forum that go on and on regarding the need to keep the judging standards pure even down to the number of points to deduct if the correct T3 headlights are not present, or don’t match, or if the tires on a Model A should be Allstate brand or not…. Frank

72-77 Mid size Ford (Torino, Maverick, MercMontego,) At least I think so... Frank

I have a slightly different take on the restoration of the Stearns. I think it is admirable that they created such a rare car and they did it very well... After all, like was said above, it's his money and his car... However, what I don't understand is why the AACA awarded this fake car a First Junior and then nominated for a National. This was done, apparently even after the so called provenance of the car was know to the AACA. I wonder if this would have been the case if a Model A sedan was converted to a cabriolet... or maybe there would not have been as much historical significance. After all, a Model A is just a Model A. Frank

The original photo is of such poor quality with respect to the details of the hubcaps. My un-calibrated eyeballs just can't see that well. Frank

I've been following this thread and have a few observations..... I have attached a photo of an EMF hubcap that seems to be quite similar. The car has full elliptical springs and a heavy shadow in front of the differential that may suggest a trans-axle. The dash is wrong, however and the 'floating' rear seat is a puzzle... Frank

Yes, they are still in business in Upstate NY. Here is their web site: http://www.veteranautolamps.com/ Frank

1954 Ford

You should measure the wheelbase. Flying Clouds had 116, 120, 125, and 130 in wheelbase models. To my knowledge they had louvers and not vent doors in the hood. The 8-35 (135" wheelbase) (Royale) had the doors. There was also a smaller Royale model 8-31 with 131 inch wheelbase. This also had louvers instead of doors in the hood. The wheelbase is the key.... Frank

OK, I was off by a year. 1931 Flying Clouds... Frank