tom_in_nh

Ed, The photos show the distributor housing appearing to be deformed in shape, meaning "not perfectly round" as it should be. If so, did you reuse / attempt repair to / or replace the dropped housing? Also, the horseshoe shaped clip holding the cam appears not to be fully seated. The upright clip prongs should be much closer together. Easily corrected with more attention. Or outright replacement, as that clip is still available NOS. I never did get a reply from my earlier post dated November 26th, what was your analysis? Tom

Ed, Neat project. Those advance weight's bores appear to be excessively worn, judging by the photos. Interested in seeing your fix for that, if that is the case... Myself, I have thought about boring them out and fitting them with oil-lite bushings. The trouble is that the true centerline is difficult to locate, due to the wallowed out bores. The rivets to the advance spring bracket appear to be different from each other. One appears almost flush in comparison to the other. Not sure if it is supposed to pivot or not. Can you investigate and satisfy my curiosity? You are correct with the quality comment of "middle of the road at best" of these distributors. Good luck, Tom

Thanks Bill, I am not familiar with the process used on your tank....does Cord have body paint applied to it's exterior, similar to a TD? Do you think the treatment by Gas Tank Renu will ruin the original exterior paint on a TD? Tom

Helping a friend getting his dormant '53 TD running again. Externally, his fuel tank is in an excellent patina state. He would prefer to not harm the original finish. So, is there anyone that can recommend a place of business that can safely rid of the scale and reseal the tank's interior? Thanks. Tom

I wonder how many guys make receipts disappear, in order to rid of evidence that the spouse will never know about?

Can anyone confirm if number 11 fits a '41 Packard 110 club coupe? Thanks!

Factory gauges? Not sure if your Thunderbird has it or not, but I suspect that the gauges CVR (constant voltage regulator) could be faulty. Use separate, but known working gauges, to test oil pressure and coolant temperature. This will allow you to compare it's results to the dash gauges (think process of elimination). Chances are you have multiple issues that need a disciplined approach to solving them one by one. Best of luck. Tom

Combination of cables, levers, and gears? Attached to steering box or ??? Anyone have a drawing? Might be a cool idea for "shop wall art". Educate me, please.

Thanks Bloo, That tool is too modern.... I was hoping to see an antique Frankensteinesque type of tool that would scare the neighborhood pets, kids and their parents..... an ancient tool without warning labels shooting sparks a foot long. Yeesh....the mind is wandering astray during this time of pandemic confinement. Tom

Bloo, Would you care to show a photo of this item? Thanks, Tom

Does a Gardner-Serpollet count? This is an early steam car make, not sure if there is a connection to the later Gardner nameplate.

Haverhill, Ma. Thanks for your sleuthing there, Ed. Tom

Hello, Have an acquaintance that owned a Pierce when he was a young lad. About all he remembers is that it was an 8 passenger. His mom sold it to the local funeral home when he entered the Service. Would like to know the specifications. Thanks, Tom

How about travelling the country in an antique motorhome / travel trailer? Should be a super cool way to live, for at least 5 years... You would fit in at any antique car show.

Hi Don, Yes, it is for a '41 110. Your driveshaft appears to be cobbled together, in my opinion only, does not look like a smooth transition. I will pass on this. Thank you for your efforts. Regards, Tom

Yes, I am still looking. Attached are some photos, over a few posts. Transmission end measures approximately three and five-eighths inches in diameter. Approximately sixty inches to centerline of rear universal yoke. Keep in mind that this is the stock dimension. Overdrive would be shorter in length. Not sure of the overdrive length, though. Hope this helps. Regards, Tom

Vacuum operated washer pump...

Mine is self explanatory.... However I would prefer "Tom in Hawaii" instead. 🙂

Hi Don, Seeking a wheel to carry as a spare. Would rather drive with five than four 😁. I certainly agree with the idea of shortening my original driveshaft. However, the condition of my overdrive unit is unknown and untested. I like the idea of going back to pre overdrive days in case I have a pile of old bones. Hence my desire to not paint myself into a corner, just yet . I may be interested in your non overdrive driveshaft, send me a private message if you have one to sell. Thanks, Tom

I suspect that your rotor is grounding out, thus creating a path for the secondary current to flow where it should not.

Inoperable driver's side ignition coil to distributor cap high tension lead? Lack of cap to rotor connection? Photos?

Do not make it a clubhouse for the rich.

Good day folks, I am seeking one straight and true steel wheel and driveshaft. Application is for a 1941 Packard 110 club coupe (1485 model). Seeking a shorter driveshaft for the future installation of factory overdrive. Wheel size is 15" (diameter) x 5" (width) - 5 holes on a 4 1/2" bolt circle diameter. Thank you, Tom