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Looks great!
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The placement of the differential filler hole may have more to do with the location of the drive pinion and bearing than the needs of the Columbia assembly. The '36 and '37 Zephyrs along with all the Ford/ Merc units did not have hypoid rear axles and probably required a higher oil level to assure good lubrication at the drive pinion/bearing.
Peecher -- I'm late to the game, but I think you are exactly right here. I pulled my Columbia out of a '37 Zephyr that had the factory setup, and it has the extra drain plug, and it is higher than the one on the banjo unit.
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The interior of a 1931 Voisson; 1932 Lincoln KB; drivers-eye view of a 1935 Pierce-Arrow. These were just three of some incredible cars (wish I had pics of the 1933 Chrysler phaeton).
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The interior of a 1931 Voisson; 1932 Lincoln KB; drivers-eye view of a 1935 Pierce-Arrow. These were just three of some incredible cars (wish I had pics of the 1933 Chrysler phaeton).
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Don't know, that's why I ask about their abilities to live a long life.
a question I forgot to ask...if they have to be replaced, does Ford used the same bearing?
I have a '37, and when I redid mine I don't recall there being a special Lincoln part number. Check the manual, and if the part number starts with 48, 68 or 78 it's a Ford part. I guess my thought is, if you are replacing the grease seal anyway and you're in there, why not replace the bearing? I'm just not enough of an expert to know if the bearing was ever abused or how long it's been in there. By replacing it, I know what it's history is. PS -- if you do replace, be sure to get a quality one like a Timken bearing.
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Looks great. Thanks for the update. Who is doing the engine?
I don't know, but when I saw the car it had a hole in the side of the block that I could put my fist into. Maybe a little JBWeld and it'll be ok?
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Updated photos on the '37 540 Cabriolet my friend is working on. That wood work can't be cheap
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Hey Jim - it's the Lincoln Theatre in downtown Raleigh. I think it is on Cabarrus St
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Driving around Raleigh today with a friend, and what did we come across? . . .
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Many thanks, Pete!
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I'm looking for replacement cloth heater hose (see pic) as used on Fords and Lincolns in the 30s, and probably other makes. Does anyone know a source? I realize the original asbestos type is extinct, but was wondering what's available.
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I posted a picture earlier of a French menswear advertisement with a highly stylized Graham/Olds in it. Here's another interesting French poster I found in a Charleston, SC art gallery that specializes in original pieces. Like the other piece, it's an original mounted on white linen; it looks too big to have been taken from a magazine. Nice art deco piece.
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I didn't catch the Oldsmobile influence, but it's definitely there. While the artist took some license with the grille, the angle and hood ornament, not to mention headlights, made me think Graham. The French seemed to like extreme styled cars, as can be seen by Panhards, Delahayes and even some custom Grahams of the era: http://www.oldcarsweekly.com/collector-cars/pre-war-classics/1938-graham-convertible-by-saoutchik-offered-for-sale. Personally, I would like to find one of these coachbuilt Grahams.
PS -- The original poster is mounted on white linen, which accounts for the white edging around it. Definitely original and in nice condition.
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I saw this huge French advertising poster in an art gallery in Charleston, SC. It's an original poster, and probably five feet tall. This should be easy if you know your pre-war cars
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I guess I like to have my cake and eat it too. I restored my car as close as I could get to original, but I also drive it (just under 8K now). I actually like taking it to shows where there are a variety of cars, not just Lincolns or Zephyrs. I did the concours Mustang thing years ago, and frankly you can only see so many of any one type of car before you get sick of them -- including our beloved Zephyrs.
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About those holes on the console covers ... it looks like your car never had the heater system. I *think* what you are a very early version of the heating system vents, which may or may not have been used depending on whether the heater options was installed. I have a later 37 and the heat outlets are up higher and are basically holes cut out with chrome half-domes that can be opened or closed. Cool looking car all-around, though!
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I thought your first picture was a vintage shot
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Yep, it shouldn't be missing the chrome bars, but it *should* come with an oil cleaner.
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To add to what others have said:
First, I'm going to assume you've got tranny oil in it up to the fill hole
I originally rebuilt my '37 with the stock transmission synchronizer setup for my year and did not like it. I then rebuilt the transmission with the '39 internals and was much pleased with the improvement (any old Ford website can fill you in the differences between the early synchronized tranny and the much improved version that came out in '39). Beyond the limitations of the '37 style internals, it sounds like your clutch may need a little adjustment. With the car parked and the engine off, you should be able to press your clutch pedal down about 2 inches or so before you really start feeling the springs engage. As your clutch wears, this distance will be less. If you think you need to make an adjustment, I can walk you through the process, it's not that hard. And just to reiterate what others have said, since your 1st gear and reverse are not synchronized, make *sure* you are *completely* stopped before engaging these gears (if you're really good at it, you could get these gears while rolling slightly, but I wouldn't press your luck with an old tranny). Good luck!
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I don't know what they did for the '39. Hopefully someone who has a '39 will chime in.
I will say this about the heater system, it looks dangerous to me. If a leak (like rust through) occurs in the heat exchanger then you are going to put carbon monoxide into the passenger compartment. I don't plan on ever using this one as I live in the south.
I suppose it could be, but these cars run rich enough and they aren't so air-tight you wouldn't smell it. I have one on mine and it works great. I leak-tested it first by putting standing water in it, then coated the innards as best I could with high-temp paint. But if you see a '37 coupe drifting down the road with a slumped driver, we'll know it didn't work ...
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Im building a 37 sedan that's in rough shape. Im on the lookout for parts and it looks like the 36 is the same. I hope so because I always seem to end up with one year only cars. I need the rocker chrome moldings and the grille molding that goes from the top to bottom vertically. Well, need lots more then that but Ill start there...
The pieces you mention are the same between the two vehicles and all sheet metal, headlights and taillights are shared. The main differences are that the '37 Zephyr has a completely different dash, some different trip pieces (bumpers, fender wings, etc.) and various chassis pieces are different (beefier on the '37). If you have other specific issues, just ask.
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Who supplies the fabric for your car? I am not dead set against it so some samples sound like they may be in order. I Definitely like the pleats in the benches that were stock and I love the footman's loops etc...
Good question -- I'll find out and post.
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Well I am to the point of thinking seriously about the interior of my car (1939 sedan currently stripped) and want to know what others have done.
The car is dark maroon and I am thinking of a buttery color to the interior. I have all the original (well moth eaten) interior but I am not sure what would be best as far as seat coverings. Did the Zephyrs have optional leather seating areas or was that only a Continental option? Were there options for door panels or was wool it?
I would like it to look "correct for the period" but I also want it comfortable and able to be driven and wool seating in the Deep South is simply not an option. What have others here done?
Thanks!
Joseph
Don't be too quick to rule out original-style interiors. The Zephyr interior is nothing like the mohair you see in some vintage cars. My interior isn't itchy at all and really doesn't get that hot, even when I've had it out in 90+ degree weather. Also, the reproduction fabrics are much more stain resistant than the original wool (ask me how I know!). I like leather, but I was worried that it would show creases and wear quicker than the cloth would. After 7800 miles, my cloth seats still look like new. It's really a matter of personal choice, but I think the original style is something you don't see too often and kind of adds to the interest of the car.
But whatever you do, you're going to have a heckuva beautiful car when you're done
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I contacted a person on eBay about the crossover pipe with a heater. They do not sell it. Anybody got a clue where I might source this or do I have to make it, ugh. Thanks
I apologize if I gave you bad information about the crossover pipe -- I thought it was the same, but evidently not. I hope you find the part you are looking for.
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Not sure how married you are to the car being a Full Classic, but you can get everything else you want (including essentially the same V12 as the Continental in a much lighter car) with a Zephyr coupe. IMHO, they are definitely a step above a typical production car, if not at the same level as a Full Classic. Something to consider.