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Found this blog which might be of interest: The Autoette Project Phil
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Part Two: http://www.youtube.com/user/Gen3AntiqueAuto#p/u/0/7feS5f4x2CI Phil
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Here's a fun silent film on YouTube. Dad buys a used car and takes the family touring. Can anyone identify the car? Looks like about 1907. Phil
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Too bad; that would have been a great museum! Phil
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Morgan has a great line of new cars with a retro look, but I was interested in their new pedal car of which they plan to build five hundred copies in the factory right alongside the production cars. Wouldn't one of these look nice at the next RM Hershey sale? Phil P.S. It sells for about 3,000 British pounds and, yes, it is a 3-wheeler.
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I like the idea of using a brass tube, Bob. I'll see if the correct size is available. I recently got a 9X20 Chinese lathe, so I can try making the parts on that. Phil
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It would be easier to stamp, roll and solder a piece of brass than machine it from a casting or solid stock. However, would lathe-turning the whole thing be the most efficient way to make a one-off? Phil
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I know all about the $$$$ consuming part, Bob! Phil
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I am restoring a Zenith 18MH carburetor for my 1921 Peugeot 161. I found this original-type carb for my car. Trouble is, it is missing the choke assembly which controls the air intake. I can't find any literature or anyone to explain its operation, but it looks pretty simple. Below is a photo a friend took from similar car in France and a photo of my carburetor with missing choke. The knob extends through a hole in the hood, and the choke can only be adjusted from there. A collector told me it is spring-loaded and has two positions: on (air passage blocked) and off (pulled out). From the photo, it appears to be a one-piece unit. I picture the shaft with a flat brass piston on the end and a pin out the side of the shaft. This pin rests in one of two slots I(one being visible in the photo). Here are my questions: 1) How would the housing have been made? A machined casting? 2) Would a simple flat metal piston work? 3) How would the spring be installed? I would think a choke spring would favor the off rather than on position, as the choke is mostly off, but perhaps this is not the case here. Thanks for any help! Phil
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This from the Classic Cars For Sale web site: TITANIC BIDDING FOR SUNKEN BUG TREASURE IN PARIS The much publicised 'Lake Maggiore' 1925 Bugatti Type 22 Brescia with pre-sale estimate of 70,000-90,000 Euros fetched a booming 260,500 Euros (£229,240) during Bonhams 3rd auction last Saturday afternoon at Retromobile in Paris. The Bug, which had lain submerged 53 metres below the surface of the Italian Lake for over 70 years, magnetised a number of telephone contestants who had to compete against other players at the sale. The winning bidder, a European collector representing the Peter Mullin Collection in California, intends to show the previously sunken treasure in its present cosmetically challenged state in his museum, whereas the under-bidder, an American, had intended to restore the car. Phil </pre>
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Here's a little 195_ Mochet CM125Y ready for transport! Phil
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I found this period photo on eBay. There is no identification, but it looks just like a Metz "22" to me. What say you? Phil
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I agree. Well worth a visit while you're in Philadelphia. It's not far from the airport with free parking. Phil -
Here's a 1925 Bugatti 22 on its way to the surface. It will be sold at Bonhams later this month. Estimate? 70-90,000 euros. Here's a link to the story: Lot Details Phil
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We saw a movie this evening: "Bottle Shock" about the 1976 wine tasting in France won by (egad) a California wine. The scenes in France make delightful use of French cars, notably the Citroen 2CV, DS and the Panhard. It's also a fun film. Phil
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On eBay, they sell for about $2.50 to $12 each when listed individually, depending on the contents. A particular article will attract bidding. A set of volumes 12-24 (52 books total) recently sold on eBay for $134. I found a set of volumes 1-45 for $500 searching Google just now. I've also seen full sets listed for as much as $3500, but I doubt they sold. The tricky part is shipping; they are quite heavy. Good luck with your sale. Phil
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The William E. Swigart, Jr. Automobile Museum claims to be the oldest. Phil
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Does your grandfather want to do the job himself or send it to an upholstery shop? Try this site for information on the fabric: The Haartz Corporation - Vintage Car Top Materials - General Terms and Types I'm sure there is an auto upholstery shop near you that can help you with the project. If you tell us where you are, I'm sure you would receive some suggestions. Phil
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How much fluid do you put into a shock?
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How do you tell if a hydraulic tube shock is OK if it is not on the car? I have some off a 1959 Vespa 400. They seem to have resistance on both the push & pull, and no leaks. I've planned to replace the seals just because of their age, but wonder how to test them before re-installation. I have read to use motorcycle "fork oil" to refill these shocks, as it will not foam like jack oil. Any comments? Phil
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This might appeal to our group: Goggomobil 10liter radial-engine 360hp 9-cylinder - Car Videos on StreetFire This guy is quite a machinist, though I doubt his Gogomobil meets current safety and pollution standards! Phil
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A super collection of photos. I've only seen a couple of them before. Phil