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    Tucson Meet

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    Thank you for the pictures. I really enjoyed them. A few more years and we'll be coming to Tucson permanently and I will look forward in having my 48 LC in your pictures. Thanks again..Regards..Rock

    Voltage Regulator Question

    in Lincoln & Zephyr

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    confused.gif I know I asked about this before but its such a darn annoying problem I need to ask again. The ammeter in my 48 LC, 12 cyl, 6 volt positive ground will not go pass the middle bar when running. Before I changed the generator and voltage regulator it would show charge after starting and then settle to the right side on the center bar on the ammeter. The voltage regulator was one of those "off the shelf" with a blue cover which I replaced with a cadium cover from an old regulator. Should the voltage regulator be a positive ground regulator and does that make the difference? I afraid that I might burn up a new generator and Optima battery. I was told that the Voltage Regulator should be NOS for it has a higher draw than the off the shelf type. I would really appreciate any advise. Thanks and Regards...Rock

    "Mechanic in a Bottle"...Additives

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    I thought it would be interesting, to hear about what additives, if any, you use in your motors. I typically add "Mystery Oil" with every oil change in my '48 Lincoln V-12.It seems to hold down the smoke and quiet the engine or at least, I like to think it does. I remember a number of years ago when a "old time mechanic" saw me add STP to a 1937, 216 cu in chevy motor he said "If the factory wanted you to add that crap, they would have put it in when the built the motor". So folks what do you say, using any "snake oil" in those old motors???

    Mechanic in a Bottle...Additives

    in Lincoln & Zephyr

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    I thought it would be interesting to hear about what additives, if any, do you use in your motors. I typically add "Mystery Oil" with every oil change and it does seem to hold down the smoke and quiet the engine (placebo maybe?) I will never forget, when awhile back, I added "STP" to a 37' Chev 216 cu in when an "old timer mechanic" told me that "if the factory wanted you to add that crap, they would put it in when the built the engine". So guys what do you say, using any "snake oil" in those V-12's??? cool.gif..Regards...Rock

    Optima Battery

    in Lincoln & Zephyr

    Posted

    Hey Diz..If you google "Batteriesareus" it will come up as the first site. I contacted them and waiting for price and description. I did talk to Antique Auto Battery in Hudson, OH 800-426-7580 website info@antiqueautobattery.com and they will build a reproduction Lincoln case battery with a 6 volt Optima inside for $275.00. Probably will go with these folks because the are "up the road" from me in case something is not right. Regards...Rock

    Optima Battery 6 Volt

    in General Discussion

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    Has anyone had good, bad or indifferent experience with a 6 volt Optima battery. I have this ongoing problem with my traditional 6 volt battery "spitting" which is resulting in damage to the splash pan paint, as well as, the battery tray, in my "48 Lincoln Cont. Thinking about buying an Optima and have it put in a tar case. Would appreciate your input.

    Optima Battery

    in Lincoln & Zephyr

    Posted

    Tired of the "spitting battery" and the damage it does. Thinking about replacing with a Optima 6 volt in a tar hard case. Anybody have experience with this and how has it worked out?..Thanks and Regards

    Is it any wonder I drink?

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    Posted

    Bought a '48 Lincoln Continental Coupe from an estate in East Troy,WI. Car was advertised as a "frame off" restoration and complete engine rebuilt. The deceased owner has 32 cars in his collection and had his company mechanics take care of the cars. When I saw the car it was love at first sight and was stupid enough to believe the Estates represenative, as to the condition and not have it professionally evaluated. Swore the engine was redone and the the "smoking" was due to the car being in storage for several years and would clear. Yeah right! Bottom line. Had to have front end completely rebuilt and now looking at a complete rebuild of the V-12($$$$)Lawsuit in process. If anyone else had problems with a car purchase from an estate in East Troy, WI send me an Email. Caveat Emptor

    One More Question...Installing Motor Mounts

    in Lincoln & Zephyr

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    I was quoted a price of $600 labor only ($60 X 10 hrs)to install motor mounts in my 48 LC. The mechanic states that the splash pans, radiator, fan etc. must be removed in order for the engine to be raised to get to the mounts. Does 10 hours labor seem reasonable? I'm really tired of getting "ripped off" by these so called restoration shops and would appreciate your input

    LOTS OF "VIEWS" FEW REPLIES.???

    in Lincoln & Zephyr

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    To Zeffer 48's point. I see allot of views but few responses. I have learned so much about my car since I joined the LZOC and by viewing this board daily. (Don't tell my boss) It seems, however, its always the same individuals that respond to the "newbies" or even the "ole timers questions" regarding their Lincolns. I am sure there is a wealth of Lincoln knowledge out there and I for one would welcome (need) every bit of it. Let start with a "roll call" of viewers. I'll be glad to start...48 LC...Cleveland, OH...48 Lincoln Continental Coupe...Who's next???

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