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Dave, have you got a Tractor Supply near you? Howard Dennis http://www.tractorsupply.com/en/store/evolved-habitats-molasses-1-gal?cm_vc=-10005

Dave, I pressure wash my parts after the molasses dip as it cuts down on the amount of handling and cleaning. It will rust immediately so I use Jasco Prep & Prime from Lowes and have some parts that have remained rust free with just this coating for several years. I have no problem doing engine castings but wouldn't recommend dipping anything that has a polished surface as it can etch it. Howard Dennis http://www.lowes.com/pd_99271-78-QJPP00717_0__?productId=3586944&Ntt=

Some antique bicycles had front ornaments just like cars and I think that is what this is. Howard Dennis http://www.nostalgic.net/bicycle560

Is this a different one or the same one when restored? Howard Dennis http://asicsmom.com/2012/04/01/tribute-to-my-uncle-robert-c-bob-schulte-going-out-in-robert-style/

In order to help you identify it we need pictures?? Howard Dennis

That is no longer a problem since this became available! Howard Dennis

If you run into obsolete bearing numbers try: George Bachleda Olcar Bearing Company 135 James Creek. Southern Pines, NC. 28387 910-693-3324 George is great to deal with and has found me many bearings no one else could. Howard Dennis

Sorry Frank that was the only example I've ever seen and I sold the dash a few years ago on eBay. I was able to find a few pictures that might help you. Howard Dennis

I'm looking to buy an AMBU meter like this one: Howard Dennis

Frank, of the 10-15 Maxwell dashes I've worked on all have been keyed the same. Good News, there is a lot of three keys on eBay right now! http://www.ebay.com/itm/3-OLD-VINTAGE-CLUM-AUTO-KEYS-BIN-/171386789270?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item27e772dd96 Howard Dennis

Just purchased a book off eBay dated 1918 covering electrical systems of cars of this era printed by the American Bureau of Engineering. It explains the systems and tells what to do after each step of troubleshooting. The problem is troubleshooting is supposed to be done with an AMBU tester that has dial readings that are scaled to this book. Has anyone ever seen one of these meters? Howard Dennis

http://www.ebay.com/itm/121383661012?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1586.l2649 Howard Dennis

Found it: http://www.theoldcarguys.com/listings/75863741273/maxwell-parts/ Thanks for posting. These cars rarely bring much money even when fully restored. There isn't much in desirable parts in these photos and I doubt everything will bring more than $200.00. Howard Dennis

Spent all day going back and forth to your site and still don't see any Maxwell?????????????? Howard Dennis

If you run into obsolete bearing numbers try: George Bachleda Olcar Bearing Company 135 James Creek. Southern Pines, NC. 28387 910-693-3324 George is great to deal with and has found me many bearings no one else could. Howard Dennis

Gas tank strap sleeve nuts (Mopar #855646): Used on all Chrysler products from 1940 trough 1948. These are machined from solid stainless steel stock and come with a new stainless steel external tooth lock washer. $35 per pair, shipping included. Bill Haire, WPC#11173, 1624 S 96th St, Omaha, NE 68124, haire5@cox.net Howard Dennis

Google and you shall receive: http://auto.howstuffworks.com/sleeve-valve-engine.htm Howard Dennis

Doc, if your smart enough to be a Doctor you can learn how to replace points, it will make you know your car better. As stated here points shouldn't be used up that fast. A new Model A owner stopped by my house recently and said his newly restored car was running so poorly he doubted he'd make it home. I found he'd failed to lubricate the point arm AND he hadn't noticed the original distributor cam was pitted from rust and was literally grinding the point arm rubbing block off and closing the point gap. I reset his points and sent him home with instructions to replace that distributor cam with a new one. You might want to check yours out. It is very easy to replace and inexpensive. Howard Dennis

DBirch, while trying to find info online I stumbled across this Maxwell restoration that shows a lot of information you might be able to use. http://www.selectmotorcompany.com/projects_restorations_77.asp A frozen steering box is a highly unusual problem especially on a car that hasn't been left outside like yours. First, I'd jack up the front axle and disconnect the pitman arm on the steering arm. That would allow you to isolate the kingpins and tierod ends to make sure your problem is in the steering box. Check the mounting of the steering tube to the dash to make sure there is no anti-theft lock at that point. If all this checks out I suppose your problem is inside the box and it would need to come apart. I'm going to go through the restoration pictures and see if there is any of the box. Do you have an owners manual? They usually show internal views and tell how to adjust the steering box. Howard Dennis

Spotted this online and thought someone could use it. Howard Dennis https://www.etsy.com/listing/168919282/vintage-tillotson-carburetor-model-dy-1a?ref=sr_gallery_1&ga_search_query=model+DY+1A&ga_ship_to=US&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery

I don't know what that oldtimer was smoking but 90W is a GEAR oil much too thick for an engine. I would use 30W non detergent. If the engine was newly rebuilt and clean inside I might use a modern 10W30 but if it is an old original engine I wouldn't risk stirring up the old internal deposits with a detergent oil. Howard Dennis

DO NOT USE 90W OIL IN THE ENGINE!! Howard Dennis

My 1931 Chevrolet did this when I first got it, turns out the last owner put new shackles on but failed to tighten the shackle cross bolts enough to take all the side play out. I was teaching my son-in-law how to drive an old car when it happened. It scared the daylights out of him, almost put him off old cars for good! Howard Dennis

Thanks John, I couldn't find that grille shell till I checked 1931 Essex. Howard Dennis

Spotted this on eBay and thought 1931 Chevrolet but firewall isn't right for Chevrolet. Howard Dennis