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Jeff Perkins / Mn

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  1. That fuel filter (how do you spell bomb!) scares the beejeebers out of me……air filter is corny and way too restrictive. Here are some numbers for you @Fossil 😁. Classic Car Database lists this car @93BHP and 3,235 lbs. shipping weight. As for my beloved Fords….a 1930 Phaeton has 40BHP and weighs 2303 lbs. I think this Chrysler would be a wonderful car to own/drive.
  2. Agree! That reminds me of one of my best friends and his in ground pool……. I bet this was a magnificent car when new.
  3. In my world I would find an example of correct material for the interior and then shop locally for something as close as one can get. We are not talking about restoring this car to AACA judging standard here, just recommissioning a solid old car to safe driving standards. I have gone this way with a couple of cars over the last several decades and have been very pleased with the results. 99% of people either didn’t know, didn’t care, or loved it. The 1% who crabbed ( I referred to them as the “police “😂) about originality, well, I let that slide……
  4. I believe the Roosevelt was advertised as the first 8cyl. automobile priced under $1000. According to the Classic Car Database this car was the entry level in the Marmon family. After a two year run (1929-1930) this model was refined into the Marmon Model 70.
  5. Love those late ‘40s 4drs……looks like a challenging but fun/rewarding project. It’s good to have a wife on board to give help and support. I do like the rear view and I think the color combo looks good. Keep us posted!
  6. If I was inclined to take on another major project I would certainly consider this one. The only other model of those series I would consider is the one I once had, the Station Sedan.
  7. Thank You. The 22nd and 23rd series Packards are a “love it or hate it car” that I happen to love. Having done a cosmetic restoration of one and driven it substantial miles I base my feelings on real world use.
  8. Nice car…..I would go black on both the wheels and tires. That would give the car a very understated look that I like, ala my former Model A
  9. Among the many things in my life to be thankful for I wish to thank all our friends on the AACA forums who give us advice, encouragement, help, information, and oh,yes….good humor!
  10. @kingrudy All glory in cosmetics, no glory in mechanicals. I am on the no glory route with my NY’er.
  11. I think electrical systems on most older cars are the least understood and most feared part (by most hobbyists) of bringing an old car back to safe standards. A new wiring harness would be not as complicated as one expects. My experience with my ‘48 Packard and Rhode Island Wiring went very well. This ‘38 Olds would be easier.
  12. Yes, I too have those concerns……..after twice buying late 40’s cars and finding the wiring, shall we say, a bit scary. The first one I bought a new harness ($1100) and the second one which I have now I am slowly replacing wiring. This car in my opinion, is the most desirable year of the ‘30s Oldsmobile. I like it!
  13. I believe that joke is older than the combined ages of ALL of us on this forum 😂😂 BUT……I still laugh every time I hear it used!
  14. When I buy a Model T the first thing I do 1) remove water pump 2) order new radiator. Has happened 5 times in the past 35 years. As Jason said above water pumps are restrictive and don’t allow the motor to run at its optimal temperature. They are often installed when there are other cooling problems. A thermo siphon system works very well when all parts are in good clean condition (clean passages in block and head + clean radiator).
  15. My neighbor where I grew up bought a new Rambler every 3 years. His ‘59 looked just like this one. I had lots of rides in that car and have fond memories. Since that time I have had a very large soft for those.
  16. Please keep us posted on this project Mike….40 years ago I restored an NAA Jubilee Ford. I tell ya, it was a big job splitting that tractor in my home garage!
  17. Continuing on with my recommission of the long slumbered Model T, I removed the front wheels. I found some wheel bearings with quite dried grease. They appeared new so new grease and new seals were added. Everything else looked OK, new and tight. I oiled all the lubrication points. Next step is to remove the front spring, clean it and coat it with Lubriplate.
  18. Under appreciated cars for sure…..I’ve had two of these era Mopars over the years, put many miles on them and always made it home. I sure like this one. If one loves these cars, this is not crazy money for a very nice car.
  19. If anyone has any interest in one or all of these, send me an email or PM. Any can be bought for a little more than postage, I just want to find a home for these. Thanks, Jeff P. email: [scampoutatcomcastdotnet] or PM
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