32bizcoupe Posted December 8, 2011 Share Posted December 8, 2011 After weeks of waiting I finally received delivery of my 1932 dodge DL coupe. The car was purchased in 1932 by a doctor in Indiana. In 1936 my great great grandfather bought the car. In his estate sale in 1944 after his death my other great great grandfather bought the car. Before he died he gave the car to my grandfather. My grandfather sold the car in about 1963 when he moved. The car sold again in 75 and sat in a barn until last winter. I found out about the car last June. Since that time, with the help of my grandfather I was able to find the car purchase it and have it delivered to California. I simply cannot believe that I own a car like this let alone the history behind it. I feel like I won the lottery! I have a ticket from march 21 1940 that my great great grandfather received in the dodge for not yielding at a stop sign! I have an original insurance policy for 1936-1944 for the car and more. I never in my wildest dreams would have thought a car like this would be in my family let alone find and own it! I look forward to many long hours fully restoring the car to original something my grandfather was very proud of.I am unable to post pictures with my phone sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted December 8, 2011 Share Posted December 8, 2011 NICE!! Very much like my 1931s, I imagine. If you send the photo(s) to me I will post them here for you. Johnkeiser31@charter.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted December 8, 2011 Share Posted December 8, 2011 (edited) You gotta love a nice coupe. You sure got a good one there! We need to find you a correct front bumper.... Edited December 8, 2011 by keiser31 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
32bizcoupe Posted December 8, 2011 Author Share Posted December 8, 2011 The original front bumper is in the trunk. The only things I know are missing are a gas cap and a hood ornament. The gas tank was recently completely redone. I think that I will see if I can get her running. Anything I should do special before hooking up a battery? Besides the typical oil in the cylinders and cleaning of fuel and carberator? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwollam Posted December 8, 2011 Share Posted December 8, 2011 Wow! I challenge anyone to find a car built in 1932 that is not beautiful! That is a cool car. Kinda makes me miss my DA coupe, same color. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest newstew Posted December 8, 2011 Share Posted December 8, 2011 really nice! I know the feeling too, I just found a 25 stude coupe It's a great feeling GOOD LUCK and keep us posted. Kenny Z. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeC5 Posted December 8, 2011 Share Posted December 8, 2011 I really envy you guys that have the history of your car back to day 1. Very nice find! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MIClassicGirl Posted December 8, 2011 Share Posted December 8, 2011 32bizcoupe..... I know exactly what you mean about feeling like you hit the lottery! I felt the same way when I found the original owners that my father-in-law bought our car from thanks to this forum!! It makes the car that more special when you know the history from day 1!! What a great car you have & such a great story to go with it!! Congrats!!Shannon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil 32DL6 Posted December 8, 2011 Share Posted December 8, 2011 Always glad to add another member to the Elusive '32 Club!Let me know if you need advice or detail pics as you proceed with any restoration work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil 32DL6 Posted December 8, 2011 Share Posted December 8, 2011 Anything I should do special before hooking up a battery? Besides the typical oil in the cylinders and cleaning of fuel and carberator?Assuming that the engine DOES already turn over, my short list would include:1. Clean & gap plugs2. Clean plug wire connectors3. Clean or replace distributor components; gap points4. Change oil5. Check what's going on in the radiator; look for leaks; maybe flush cooling system.6. Start her up with the tailpipe pointed out the door. (You never know who's been living in the exhaust system!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
32bizcoupe Posted December 9, 2011 Author Share Posted December 9, 2011 Are distributor parts available if needed? 30 w oil? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil 32DL6 Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 Are distributor parts available if needed? 30 w oil?Yes, since it's a Delco Remy distributor, these parts show up on eBay fairly frequently often listed under many other car brands. There's a fellow selling tuneup sets of a cap, rotor, points, and condenser for around $65. Or look for deals on separate components. (Recently I found 6 unopened sets of points for under $20!)Here are some part numbers:Cap = Delco 1838100; Standard DR-402Points = Delco 1855520 or D-109Condenser = D203 or DR-22Rotor = D-414 (I think NAPA ECH RR74 may fit, too)I use 30W non-detergent oil in my never-rebuilt DL engines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
32bizcoupe Posted December 12, 2011 Author Share Posted December 12, 2011 I think I need a new coil. Getting power ( with test light) on both sides of coil but nothing going to cap. I know of a guy who is a generator wizard, I'll try him tomorrow. If no rebuild is available is there another option? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 (edited) I think I need a new coil. Getting power ( with test light) on both sides of coil but nothing going to cap. I know of a guy who is a generator wizard, I'll try him tomorrow. If no rebuild is available is there another option? ThanksI have heard of some guys replacing the coil with a new one and running a remote switch. That could probably be a temporary fix until you find the correct replacement. Not sure if the '32 has the same coil as the '31. Does yours look similar to this? I know the face will be different. In fact, doesn't yours have no face? Does your coil attach to the rear of the dash? Edited December 12, 2011 by keiser31 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil 32DL6 Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 (edited) I think I need a new coil.If you REALLY want to stay all original, you're looking at really big bucks. In fact, here's one running right now on eBay.:eek: 1932 Plymouth Chrysler Dodge Desoto COIL NOS Delco | eBayHere's another source: Vintage Auto Parts, Inc.Both of my32 DL6s had been converted to universal 6V coils before I bought them. This entailed someone mounting a plain coil on the firewall under the dash, and installing a plain ignition switch on the dash using the original hole.I have one of the original coils as a keepsake, but the replacements work great and are about $250 cheaper! Edited December 13, 2011 by Phil 32DL6 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil 32DL6 Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Here's something else for you to take a look at.NORS Ignition Coil P&D Pontiac Studebaker Chrysler Dodge 1932 to 1940 more | eBay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JB-ed Posted December 17, 2011 Share Posted December 17, 2011 (edited) You can contnue to use the old switch and coil with a new coil. Just splice the new coil into the wire from the old coil to the distributor. Be sure the "-" terminal of the new coil goes to the distributor. Edited December 17, 2011 by JB-ed correction (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest cadaber Posted December 17, 2011 Share Posted December 17, 2011 Amazing story on the car...congrats!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobless Posted December 20, 2011 Share Posted December 20, 2011 Thats a nice1!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil 32DL6 Posted December 21, 2011 Share Posted December 21, 2011 (edited) Wow! I challenge anyone to find a car built in 1932 that is not beautiful!I totally agree with you, Dave...but I'm biased, of course!Here's a snippet from a description of 32 DBs in a book John Keiser sent me awhile back that helps explain why....and why only approximately 26,000 DBs of all styles were produced that year. Edited December 21, 2011 by Phil 32DL6 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
32bizcoupe Posted December 24, 2011 Author Share Posted December 24, 2011 I got the old dl 6 fired up and running this morning!! Runs and idles perfect! Merry Christmas ! Now to the brakes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest danceswithpumps Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Bringing life back to an old engine has got to be one of the best Christmas presents ever.Merry Christmas!Rod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 I got the old dl 6 fired up and running this morning!! Runs and idles perfect! Merry Christmas ! Now to the brakes.Good to hear...merry Christmas... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeC5 Posted December 25, 2011 Share Posted December 25, 2011 Great! It is exciting when you fire it up after a multi-decade slumber... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Cadillac Country Club Posted December 25, 2011 Share Posted December 25, 2011 Great story, so glad you got the car back to where it belongs! Like others have said I think EBay will be your friend when it comes to finding parts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil 32DL6 Posted December 25, 2011 Share Posted December 25, 2011 There are a few minor physical differences in the brakes on the 31 DH6 that John shows above and our 32 DL6, but the adjustment procedures are virtually identical. (Click each image 3X to supersize.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobless Posted May 23, 2014 Share Posted May 23, 2014 I got the old dl 6 fired up and running this morning!! Runs and idles perfect! Merry Christmas ! Now to the brakes.any more recent pictures of your car? thats a great model..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
32bizcoupe Posted May 24, 2014 Author Share Posted May 24, 2014 Yes I've been plugging away at the old car. Learning more than doing! I had all of the wheel seals and master sent out and stainless steel sleeved. New shoes and rotors turned. Backing plates powder coated. Grill painted and surround rechromed. Radiator flushed and painted.Headlights and bar re-chromed. Wheels stripped, stained and painted. I have taken a different approach than most. I did not want a car that would be in parts for ever. I am trying to do a some of the restoration and then put the car back together.I was able to drive the car out of the garage and back and forth a little. The brakes stop but still need some fine tuning as the peddle is not hard. Lots of work ahead but always encouraging to let the sun shine on the car. All I need now is time and money:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countrytravler Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 Very Nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 That car is looking great!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manuel Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 Looks great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knobless Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 Yes I've been plugging away at the old car. Learning more than doing! I had all of the wheel seals and master sent out and stainless steel sleeved. New shoes and rotors turned. Backing plates powder coated. Grill painted and surround rechromed. Radiator flushed and painted.[ATTACH]249439[/ATTACH]Headlights and bar re-chromed. Wheels stripped, stained and painted. I have taken a different approach than most. I did not want a car that would be in parts for ever. I am trying to do a some of the restoration and then put the car back together.[ATTACH]249440[/ATTACH][ATTACH]249441[/ATTACH][ATTACH]249442[/ATTACH]I was able to drive the car out of the garage and back and forth a little. The brakes stop but still need some fine tuning as the peddle is not hard. [ATTACH]249443[/ATTACH][ATTACH]249444[/ATTACH]Lots of work ahead but always encouraging to let the sun shine on the car. All I need now is time and money:)Thats exactley the same thing I need time and money,,,,,,hoping to get mine out in the sun this year,34 Dodge 4 door, if you hear of one of these ,( yours ) for sale let me know, really like that model, ....thanks for sharing the photos, I look forward to more as you go.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9 Posted May 24, 2014 Share Posted May 24, 2014 Wow! That car is lookin' so cool! I'm as green as my car is with jealousy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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