Larry Schramm

I would say distributor caps and rotors starting in the teens and going forward. Not much for the Delco 4 cylinder caps, etc.

The humor is the whole 40 acre plant was sold for $405,000.00. Here is another link to more information. http://www.freep.com/article/20140102/BUSINESS06/301020075/Packard-Plant-deed-transfer-new-owner-Fernando-Palazuelo

Like R.W. Burgess said, have you checked the battery voltage with the engine running using a volt meter (VOM or a DVOM)? If it is 12 volts or less car not charging. Check the voltage from the housing of the alternator to the positive alternator terminal as one check, and then check the voltage at the + & - of the battery. If you have about less than 13.5-14 volts you have a bad alternator, if you have that voltages it would indicate the car is charging so you have other problems. As for the car turning off, that is very possible. If the battery voltage on most 12 volt cars drops below about 9.6 volts, the electronics of the car starts to shut off. Not quite as critical for cars prior to electronic ignition, but is true since.

You only create wealth if you MAKE SOMETHING. Flipping hamburgers is not creating wealth.

To help to encourage interest in the old cars, I let (with observation) the kids climb up on the old truck. I truly get a big smile from the smiles on their faces to sit on something that old. The parents are usually thrilled also. I agree with one of the other members that "If you do not drive them, you might as well collect clocks"

I agree that you should think hard and long before getting rid of the car. I have a good friend that has I think a 69 Pontiac LeMans that belonged to his grandmother. He will never sell it because he says that every time he gets in it or walks by the car it reminds him of the good memories with his grandmother. Once it is gone, it is gone. Also realize that sometimes one must move on, but....

WOW. way cool coveralls

Agree. With one of my vehicles, the sheriff came out to inspect it and just shrugged his shoulders and called for another person to come out and look at it. The second sheriff just signed the form as I knew more about the vehicle than he did. Humor on the form was things like high and low beams.... I asked if you wanted me to turn the kerosene lights up or down?? The guy was a good guy with good humor.

I believe that the steps are hidden_hunter says is they were made out of local lumber. For Flint built cars/trucks it could be maple, ash, oak, birch, or what was being cut at the time.

Tried to call today and the phone number is disconnected and no longer in service. Does anyone know what happened to this car?

Neat clip

Is that Bower Buick in Cleveland?

As mid man said, I would buy a belt drive. I purchased a Genie after talking to a number of persons. I have had a screw drive for years, but the belt drive appears to be the most modern and better option. IMO

As said above, you should hear the 3 second prime right when you turn on the key without trying to start the car. If you do not hear the prime, then an easy thing to check is the fuel pump relay. If that is good, then it probably the pump. You can jump the terminals at the relay connector to see if the relay turns on and if there is power at the relay. If not fix the power problem. If there is and you jump the relay and no pump run, then it is the pump.

Have not noticed it, but I do not run a heater much in the winter as it is SOOOOO COLD here in Mich

Here is what I bought two of for my home and I am planning on buying another one for my workshop this summer. I did buy mine in color with a special order. http://www.lowes.com/pd_493497-83410-ZZ3910240_4294858019__?productId=4750165&Ns=p_product_qty_sales_dollar|1&pl=1&currentURL=%3FNs%3Dp_product_qty_sales_dollar%7C1&facetInfo= I am very happy with it. Not that hard to install yourself.

Is it possible a "T" handle?

Duct Tape????

AAAAAhhhhhh 2003. What a good memory. Between Dandy Dave, Mark Shaw & Terry & Barb, it was a great time.

Here is a lock that was used to disable a car. It clamped on the wheel. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Model-T-A-Antique-Vintage-Rat-Rod-Wheel-Lock-Theft-Signal-Device-Miller-Champan-/141210321384?pt=Vintage_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item20e0ca81e8&vxp=mtr

Dan, I hope you are correct with the younger generation eventually coming around. I am one of those persons that have the knowledge and technology to work on current / modern cars. If you have the tools, it can be easier to fix a modern car than an old one. Example, which cylinder is misfiring??? New cars with the correct scanner can tell you in less than one minute.

Just curious, what is the date?

Unless you are parked at Woodward, We go up in the morning and drive/ look around Flint & then head down to Woodward. Not perfect, but can experience both.

I agree on the economy and the price to get into the hobby. It is not something that can be done for the price of an I phone or computer. By the time you get a vehicle, maybe a trailer and a tow vehicle, you could easily pass $30-50K without breaking a sweat. Would like my son to continue with some interest, but you can never tell what will strike the interest of the younger generation.

Interesting article. There is much truth to this and you could change car collecting to some other activity and it would still be true.