toddb Posted May 31, 2019 Share Posted May 31, 2019 I recently was asked to complete the restoration of a 1925 Chrysler B-70. The frame and drive train are completely finished (near concourse). The body is all there but is completely disassembled ready for restoration. The gentleman passed away and his wife would like me to finish the project. The issue for me is I can't seem to find any type of manual (if one even existed). It will be like trying to put a model together with no instructions. From looking over all the parts I could probably figure it out but it would be really nice to have a little help and guidance. Any input or suggestions, links, contacts would be greatly appreciated. My oldest restoration so far is a 1955 Dodge. Thanks for any and all help, Todd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
28 Chrysler Posted June 15, 2019 Share Posted June 15, 2019 There is no manual for these cars only the owners manual. The wood framed body is built on the wood sills that sit on the. frame rails The vertical pieces fit into these and are reinforced with iron brackets. Look under the section "Our Cars and Restoration Projects" and type in 1928 Chrysler in the search bar. Good wood working skills would be handy if the wood is bad or missing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted June 15, 2019 Share Posted June 15, 2019 Probably a Fisher Body, so you might want to look online for the Fisher Body Service Manual. Similar to this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddb Posted June 16, 2019 Author Share Posted June 16, 2019 Thanks, that helps. I did just get a 1926 to 1933 Fisher Body Manual and it is starting to make sense. I had no idea how much wood is involved. Next time I go over at least I'll have a better idea what I'm looking at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viv w Posted June 16, 2019 Share Posted June 16, 2019 What type of body style does the car have? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddb Posted June 17, 2019 Author Share Posted June 17, 2019 Not sure what style to call it yet, but the cab is boxy and flat in the back (no trunk or rumble seat). I'll post a picture of a picture of it that is at the house from when the man bought it. Here is what he finished so far. The rest is going to be up to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
28 Chrysler Posted June 17, 2019 Share Posted June 17, 2019 With 2 doors it would be a coach or brgm, 4doors would be a sedan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted June 17, 2019 Share Posted June 17, 2019 1 hour ago, 28 Chrysler said: With 2 doors it would be a coach or brgm, 4doors would be a sedan. With those seats that fold, it is probably a coach.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddb Posted June 18, 2019 Author Share Posted June 18, 2019 Yes, that is exactly like the picture that's with the car. I'll check the plate with the car but that picture looks same car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spinneyhill Posted June 19, 2019 Share Posted June 19, 2019 This copied book has been on ebay for a while. Maybe it will be useful? https://www.ebay.com/itm/Tips-on-Autobody-Woodwork-Tips-Manual-by-Don-Marsh-to-Restore-Wood-Bodied-Cars/264368813768?hash=item3d8d9bf6c8:g:f4kAAOSw9N1VtRAb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cricketkj26 Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 I have a 25 G70 2 door Coach- pics attached. Body should be exactly the same as B70 I think ?? What is the difference between a B70 and a G70 ? I have not heard of a B70 before but Im no expert by any means at all . I "assumed" that the B series was B60 and G was a G70,. We all know what assuming things get you. I can provide photos of anything on the car if needed. The front cowlings and radiator is off the car right now and just the long block and the rest of the drive train is in the car right now but you have all that done. Its been 3 years trying to get this thing going. Cricket - Lake City, FL, USA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
28 Chrysler Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 The "70" was the top speed for the sedans. The Model "B" were for the 1924 & 25 Model year. The model "G" was a refined version of the "B" and were built for 1926 & 27. The Model "H" or 60 has a smaller six cylinder than the B's & G's with a top speed of 60 MPH. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddb Posted June 20, 2019 Author Share Posted June 20, 2019 So I guess it is an H or 60 (exactly like the one pictured above). I'm going back this weekend to check out what's there now that I know what I'm looking at. I'll keep you posted. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
28 Chrysler Posted June 21, 2019 Share Posted June 21, 2019 The serial number on the engine will start with a letter, the letter indicates the Model of the car. The engine number for the B and early G cars were on the right side between the water pump and generator. Late Gs and later engines the number is on the upper left side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddb Posted June 21, 2019 Author Share Posted June 21, 2019 Don't know if you can tell by the VIN on the title: WY717R Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted June 21, 2019 Share Posted June 21, 2019 (edited) That would be the FEDCO number that sits in the center of the original dashboard. Your car was built in July of 1925 and IS a model 70 six cylinder car according to this chart....third column of FEDCO number sets near the top. Edited June 21, 2019 by keiser31 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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