1932 Nash motor

[Packardfrank]

Looking for a motor compatible with a 1932 Nash model 970 it currently has a 227 flathead straight 8. I bought this “tour ready “ car off ebay . It arrived with a cracked block. The swindler in Oregon who sold it to us is a “ classic car broker” who swears it ran like a Swiss watch when it left his shop. So we are looking for another block and weighing the option of having ours stitched 

Thank You

Edited June 14, 2021 by Packardfrank
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[edinmass]

Last year I knew where one was........I’ll check if it’s still available.

[Packardfrank]

Thanks Ed! You are familiar with the problems we are having with this engine. Thanks

[Packardfrank]

Well Ed, I know we have to get over the fact that we got taken on this deal. Called a guy in the Nash club looking for some parts. This guy helped settle the estate our 32 Nash belonged to, he said that he told the broker that the car had at least a head gasket blown and possibly a cracked block. The broker from lake Oswego Oregon told him that he was aware of it and would “ deal with it “ apparently pouring 4 or 5 cans of bars leaks into the engine was “ dealing with it”. My fault for not being more thorough. Stuff happens all the time to these old cars , I get it but this issue he was fully aware of and tried to cover up. Thank goodness we still love the car

[31nash880]

Hello, new to aaca.

Just bought 1931 nash 880. Person i got it from has extra engine. Twin ignition straight 8.  Are you still looking for one?

[Packardfrank]

I would love to get more details on that motor. Thank you

[31nash880]

Will call owner and try to go by this week. Do you need all or just block? I know engine is apart but not how much or condition. Sitting 20+yrs.

[Packardfrank]

Thank you! The whole engine if possible. Where is it located?? 

[31nash880]

Near Winston salem ,NC.

Do you have specs for rebuild? Mine seems to need headjob. Want mechanic to have as much info as possible. Thanks

[Packardfrank]

Shop manuals did not become commonly available till about 35/36 so we do not yet have specs for a rebuild. Wish that I could be of more help. Good luck and keep us in the loop

[31nash880]

Went and talked to gentleman with extra engine. Thinks all he has is block,crank and some pistons but will dig them out and call me.

[Packardfrank]

Thank you Sir

[oldIHtruck]

Can you tell us who this crooked Oregon auto broker is - so the rest of us can steer clear.

Sorry for that bad experience.

[Packardfrank]

Is that allowed or appropriate on this forum? I would love to warn everyone about this phoney. Shoot me an email at fdgjlg@gmail.com and we can chat. I don’t want to violate the rules of the forum. I would love to out this scoundrel 

[JFranklin]

Out him in small claims court. You have the evidence and will win!

[Packardfrank]

I signed a paper on delivery” as is where is” my bad

[Packardfrank]

He is in Lake Oswego Oregon. He has a ridiculous website. He’s wearing a tux and he’s playing classical music. But in fact he’s a common crook. Things happen to old cars all the time. But the fact that this guy knew that this car hadn’t run right in years and covered it up just sad. Pre-war cars especially have a small community. I know there have been a couple pierce arrows that he had up for sale. And a number of Pierce Arrow  people have gotten worried about his behavior and refused to put bids on cars they may have wanted so I know it’s already cost him a few bucks but still

[JFranklin]

4 hours ago, Packardfrank said:

I signed a paper on delivery” as is where is” my bad

I doubt your actions excuse fraud. Small claims is inexpensive to utilize and he still will have to show up and defend his actions. No show on his part is a win for you. If everyone defended themselves, crooks wouldn't be so brazen! Do you think the fellows in the photo I used previously would let this go?

Edited November 6, 2021 by JFranklin (see edit history)