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  1. First, thank you for all the informative comments.

    It appears I have left out some information. While I prefer a diesel, the initial cost and up keep is not cost justifiable. Also, most diesel trucks get high miles very quickly. I would prefer a truck with about 70,000 miles for cost and maintenance reasons.

    I have been looking at Ford and Chevy trucks and have nothing against a Dodge but have not found one. I will be towing the 3,300 car on an open trailer and expect the total weight to be around 5,000 pounds.

  2. I am interested in purchasing a truck to tow a car trailer with a 3,300 pound car. I am am looking at a used Chevy and Ford. I expect to tow from 2 to 3 thousand miles yearly and maybe an equal amount of miles without the trailer. This will not be a daily driver. Primarily, I am interested in highway gas mileage to expect and additional towing options.

    In the past, I have towed travel trailers from 20 to 26 feet using an equalizer hitch and anti-sway bar. I have seldom seen a car trailer with an equalizer hitch but have no problem using one.

    I have locatated 4 used trucks with different options. All trucks are 2wd, short bed, and have an extended cab. The 2004 Ford does not have a trailer towing package and must be installed. The 2004 & 2005 trucks are about the same price with the 2003 about 3,000 less.

    1. 2003 Chevy Silverado LS 1500 with 4.8 engine and 55,000 miles.

    2. 2004 Chevy 2500 Silverado LT with 6.0 engine and 24,000 miles.

    3. 2004 Ford Lariat F150 with 5.4 engine and 17,000 miles (no hitch).

    4. 2005 Ford XLT F150 with 5.4 engine and 58,000 miles.

  3. My wife has been with State Farm 46 years since she was 18. Nine years ago we had a truck and 2 modern cars. The agent had no problems adding a 1931 Hupmobile restored driver. They required photos of front, back, & sides allowing me to establish the value of $15,000 with a $100 yearly premium. I have added an unrestored 40 ford and 53 willys with the same experience. A car valued at $7,500 carries a premium of about $75 yearly. Just a tip, they have a joining fee so ask for the premium for the 2nd year. Dec 2008, my wife totaled a 28,000 mile 2006 Buick on black ice and State Farm said the car was worth 2,000 more than a replacement at our local Chevy dealer. We have been happy over the years.

  4. Try "Alemite" but I am not sure this is correct.

    I have seen a conversion piece at swap meets in the past to attach to the current gun and converts to the older style.

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    On Ebay, check out the following links under "grease gun"

    vintage model T ford Alemite lubricator grease gun 1919:eBay Motors (item 260475174142 end time Sep-17-09 09:27:18 PDT)

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    Chevrolet Tool kit Size Grease Gun 1925 1928 1931 1933:eBay Motors (item 190334122011 end time Sep-16-09 19:30:00 PDT)

  5. The place to purchase a bell shaped wheel puller that screws on the wheel hub is Hershey in October. There is a dealer who carries a large variety of sizes just north of the stairs over the road at the west end of the chocolate field. The hubs come in a verity of sizes like 2 inchs, 2 1/8, 2 1/4, 2 3/8, 2 1/2, 2 5/16, 2 9/16, 3 1/4, etc. I suggest you take the hubcap to a machinist to measure for the correct size. Don't try to use a tape measure or ruler. If you know someone going to Hershey, contact them. They sell them from $25 to $50 based on the availability. If you get the size, I can pick one up and ship it to you from Hershey. Jack

  6. I use a red flashing LED bicycle light attached to the ends of the bumpers using the standard bicycle frame attachment. The bike shop verity have several blinking options. They really work great as dusk approaches. I also use white ones on the front. I have never been stopped by a cop and motorist are accustomed to seeing bicycles on surface streets. On 4 lane highways, they get into the left lane a good 200 feet behind me. I have not used the lights during the day but have not had a problem being seen.

  7. Do you have a 26 or 27 6 cyl?

    If you have an 8 cyl, ignore the following information.

    I have a 1931 6 cyl. The generator is driven off the timing chain.

    To remove the generator,

    1-remove the 3" cover on the front of the timing chain cover.

    2-Remove the 2 nuts from the top of the generator.

    3-Use a long socket extension to remove the bolt on the bottom of the generator.

    4-Tilt the generator to about 30 degrees toward the passenger headlight.

    5- reach in the hole on front of the timing chain cover and lift chain off the generator sprocket.

    TIPS: After steps 1 & 4, take a light and mirror to view the chain on the sprocket.

    I use a short screwdriver to lift the chain as it is sharp.

    Do not turn engine as you will need to take the front of the engine apart to

    reset the cam.

    When replacing the generator, insert the generator sprocket in hole and lift

    the chain onto the sprocket.

    I use two gaskets between the generator and the engine.

    On 1931, the engine oil is used to lubricate the generator sprocket but the generator.

    There are two bushings to oil.

  8. I was at a collector of misc things and saw this 1929 Bugatti. I don't know if this is a kit car or the a real 1929 car. Is there any way way to authenticate this car?

    This was the only photo I could get due to everything else around it. The car is not for sale nor anything else he owns.

    Your correct, the car is a VW Kit car. With everything in the barn, I couldn't tell.

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  9. My insurance company charges $105.00 for 15,000 collision plus 100-300 liability. The same coverage if I rented the car for weddings, etc. will cost $1,000 due to the increased liability coverage for the passengers. If my 1931 sedan should have a problem and injure the client, you bet there will be a law suite.

    I have driven for friends without charge and they normally give me a cash donation a couple of days later. I never ask for money or even talk about a charge amount. The donation is usually in the $200 range.

    If you rent a limo for a wedding the charge is $300 for 3 hours plus extra time is an additional charge.

    Most people don't realize the costs in taking an antique car to an event. My costs are not only driving from the wedding to the reception but the greater distance to and from my home. It is a surprise how quickly you can rack up 35 to 50 miles.

    1. I drive at 35 MPH averaging 20 MPH in town and the car gets about 10 MPG.

    2. You must arrive early to get up front parking for photos.

    3. The photographer will take photos.

    4. You will leave the wedding first and arrive at the reception after the guest arrive.

    5. I purchase and provide a JUST MARRIED sign, Wine bottle, glasses, with a snack of cheese and meat.

    6. People will say it is just a short trip of 6 miles from the wedding to the reception but it will take 4 hours from the time I leave home to my return.

    7. I leave an hour before the wedding and a 4:30 wedding will completely shoot a Saturday afternoon and evening.

    In my case, I don't want to give up the 6 to 8 Saturdays it will take to cover expenses and insurance.

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  10. (SOLD 08/28/09) Solid 70,000 mile car, DRIVER, needing restoration. Upgrades in the last year include, new WWW tires & tubes, complete brake system from peddle to brake drums. New gas lines, points, plugs, plug wires, condenser, fan belt, hoses.

    Go to For Sale Forum to view photos. Additional photos are available on request.

    Maybe a barn find but has been garaged over 41 years with minimal driving. Original condition, 85 HP V8 engine, all glass intact, doors open close good, doors and trunk locks, hood latches operate, doors and trunk are not rusted out at bottom, solid and complete.

    Additional photos are available on request. Car must have a new wiring harness. Should have a new interior and painted. Price is $8,700.00. (937) 287-8466

  11. (SOLD 8/28/09) Solid 70,000 mile car, DRIVER, needing restoration. Upgrades in the last year include, new WWW tires & tubes, complete brake system from peddle to brake drums. New gas lines, points, plugs, plug wires, condenser, fan belt, hoses and radiator cleand out. Maybe a barn find but has been garaged over 41 years with minimal driving.

    Original condition, 85 HP V8 engine, all glass intact, doors open close good, doors and trunk locks, hood latches operate, doors and trunk are not rusted out at bottom, solid and complete. Additional photos are available on request. Car must have a new wiring harness. Should have a new interior and painted.

    Price is $8,700.00 (937) 287-8466

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