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Thanks c49er. I have been to their forum and received some photos. I have it figured out.

I am installing new brake tubes on my 1953 Dodge B4B 1/2 Ton project and my problem is that the previous owner removed the old brake tubes. I am trying to confirm that I have the front tube routed correctly on the drivers side. See photos. Dan

Thanks guys. A good and important point abut the gauge. I am glad I asked the question!!! Dan

Great. I am helping out at a private collection with 42 cars that this Model K is a part of and the reserve tank had me puzzled. Dan

Thank you for the reply. So the two reserve tanks on actually like open pans in the bottom of the main tank. These reserve pans both get filled with gas as the main tank is filled. Depending on the valve position, one of the reserve pans is actually part of the main tank while the other one still holds gas when both the main tank and the other pan are emptied. Do I have that right????? Dan

Thanks. Is there a way to tell which direction is normal and which is reserve? How does the reserve tank get fuel when filling the tank? Dan

Hello, I am wondering what the nut located on the center top of the 1931 Model K fuel tank is for. It moves a 1/2 turn from lock to lock. See photo. Thank you in advance, Dan

Hi Al, I have not looked into that yet. I am not sure how far the owner wants to go. The Locomobile is in a collection with 44 other cars so keeping the car road worthy may not be a priority. (which is shame!!) The other axle is OK but I would recommend he also replace it since the only difference would be the direction of the threads. I had that machine work done on that front spindles of my 1925 STuTZ to restore the bearing fits. It worked great. Thanks, Dan

Al: I do not have a photo at this time I can get one next week. It is tappered with a key and lefy hand thread. JFranklin: Thank you. Dan

Thanks for the reply. I did a search and did not find anything

Hello all, The passenger side axle broke on my friends 1928 Model 8-70 Touring Phaeton. We are looking for a replacement axle or entire rear end. The axle in the car broke at the splines. Thank you all in advance, Dan Columbus, Ohio area

Thank you all very much for all of the great information. I have been hot and cold on the car for the last few days since I did not know where I could find information and technical assistance. I am now feeling that I should be the next care taker of this little car. The next hurdle is establishing a fair value. Dan

Got it, thanks.

Hi 15sd and cudaman 15sd: Thank you for the tire info. There are two model 20's in this area 20 miles apart. I always new about one of them in a collection listed as a 1912 Roadster. I am not sure about it's running condition but it looks nice. I took the photo of the oil tanks on that car for this thread. The wheels on that car are 24" wooden wheels with Firestone 30-3 tires. I have not seen the other car yet so I do not know the actual size of the wheels and tires that are on it. I did find info that indicates that these car originally used 32" x 3" tires on 26" wheels in 1910 as you indicated. If the car in the collection is a 1912 then that would explain the 30 - 3 tires it has. Are there ways to distinguish the difference between a 1910 and 1912 from looking at the engine or other clues? I have easy access to the one in the collection. I have not seen the other one. I will see it on Thursday. Attached are two photos of that one. There is so much to learn!!!!!

Thank you 15sd. That is very good input. I am concerned but all of the issues you mentioned. I thought I saw the tires at Coker. Based in the 32x3 tire size are the 26" in diameter? I will be going to see the car on Thursday. Dan

Hi cudaman, Wow what a great reply!!! Thank you. I will PM you so you can send me the documents. I am going to look at the Flanders on Thursday. According to the owner, the car was restored in 1950 and driven about 500 miles then put away. He bought it 10 years ago but has not started it. He did have the magneto rebuilt but has not put it on. Dan

Hello all, There is a car collection near me that has a Flanders Racy Roadster. The owner of the collection has passed away and the folks tending to the collection have no technical knowledge of the car. It turns out there is also a 1910 Flanders Racy Roadster for sale in this area. I have always liked the Flanders in the collection and have some interest in the one that is for sale. I have no experience with these wonderful brass era cars. I have more experience with 1925 to 1947 cars. My question has to do with the way the engine is lubricated. Information that I was able to find indicate that there is a 1 gallon oil tank at the side of the engine. From my understanding of the description of operation, the oil is pulled from the tank and through the engine by intake manifold vacuum. What it does not say but I assume is the oil is then consumed and burned in the engine. The information I found does say that a tank of gas will last so many miles and the oil tank is also refilled based on miles. Am i understanding this system correctly? A photo of the oil tank is attached. Where can I find technical info and folks with knowledge of these cars? Thanks in advance. Dan

Renascence, If you are a member of the STuTZ Club I can send an email out to our members for you.

2023 Grand STuTZ Dublin, Ohio The planning for the 2023 Grand STuTZ Dublin, Ohio, is moving along at full throttle with the host hotel selected and major activities, tours, and meals nearly worked out. The registration form was included with your 2023 renewal form and mailed at the end of December 2022. Location: Dublin, Ohio, a suburb of Columbus, Ohio Dates: Arrival on Tuesday, June 6 and departure on Sunday, June 11, 2023 Fees: The event will be configured and priced on a per day basis to allow for participation in all or part of the event Theme: Old Automobiles, Fire Trucks, and Trains For the Ladies: The "Ladies Lunch" has returned Driving: There will be short driving tours thru rural Ohio with covered bridges and other fun destinations Trailer parking: At the host hotel Airport: The local airport is the Columbus International Airport Code CMH. The airport is approximately 30 minutes from the hotel Tentative activities: Motor Coach tour to Warther’s Museum and the Age of Steam Museum Covered bridge driving tour Driving tour to the Sutphen Auto and Fire Museum and fire truck manufacturing plant Driving tour to several local garage collections Driving tour of local Dublin, Ohio, points of interest Ladies lunch Meet and Greet with local pre-war car enthusiasts Grand STuTZ Banquet and all planned meals as a group. I hope I have stirred your interest and you will consider joining us to enjoy our splendid STuTZ cars and members. If you have any questions or require further information, please contact support@stutzclub.org or call Dan DiThomas at 614 832-0066.

Hi Peter, I think any good machine shop could make you a puller. One side of the bone has right hand threads and the other Left hand. I have one here and could make you a sketch/drawing. Dan PS Hope you can join us in Dublin, Oho in June for the Grand STuTZ.

Has anyone used the WeatherTech TechFloor plastic garage floor tiles. I am thinking of using it in my garage. Here is the website: TechFloor Custom Flooring Solution | WeatherTech Thank you to all in advance, Dan

Hi Kurtruk, I think I just hijacked my own post!! Bayless is my go to place. Here is a link to a really nice X1/9 is you feel like a little Italian! https://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/d/new-albany-1979-fiat-x19-76k-miles/7579882296.html Back to the Studebaker: What are your thoughts on how well the brakes work. Dam

Stuteboy: That is pretty good. Thanks Dave: You did a great job on the repairs.

Hi Kurtruk, Thanks for the parts info. Actually the Fiat parts are super easy for me to get because there is vintage Fiat only parts and service vendor here in town with every parts and a talented mechanic to provide free technical info. I can stop in and pick up parts and advise as needed. Fortunately, the Fiat has 22K original miles and only needed only fluid, brake, and rubber parts replaced to get it back on the road after 10 years in storage. Thanks for the good catch on the overdrive knob. How well would this car keep up with traffic with the overdrive? Dan

Thanks to all for the good information.