pkhammer Posted August 11, 2022 Share Posted August 11, 2022 Good on you! It doesn't hurt that the coupe is a very attractive automobile! I have that exact same poster of Mount Washington Cog Railroad on my shop wall from 2006. 😃 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1935Packard Posted August 12, 2022 Share Posted August 12, 2022 Fantastic. Enjoy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeke01 Posted August 13, 2022 Share Posted August 13, 2022 Here is my 1933. Your older brother, lol 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 15, 2022 Author Share Posted August 15, 2022 Ok after a carb float issue went on a 12 mile shake down What a great driving car steers well rides nice brake’s still need a little tweaking what an awesome car considering it’s been sitting since 1967 runs cool ! Muffler blew a hole but hey minor Thanks all for the help I will be posting more soon John. O finally gave it a bath! Should I try and polish it or leave it alone? 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 15, 2022 Author Share Posted August 15, 2022 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
63RedBrier Posted August 15, 2022 Share Posted August 15, 2022 I would polish and wax to preserve what is there! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_Mack_CT Posted August 15, 2022 Share Posted August 15, 2022 Agree with Red Brier, looks really nice, bet it will polish out well. Alsp glad to hear it's a runner now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 15, 2022 Author Share Posted August 15, 2022 Zeke01 that is a beautiful car like the wire wheels! As for polishing the paint it has little chunks of paint missing and some surface rust I worry if I try to polish it the cleaner will get stuck in the cracks and look terrible It will hopefully make its car show debut at a locale car show this Wednesday wish me luck it’s only 6 miles away 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnseeker Posted August 15, 2022 Share Posted August 15, 2022 I did a 39 Buick , maybe not quite as bad, but I wet sanded it out with Wd40 and 1500 grit paper, then buffed it with Mother's mag and Aluminum polish. Looked great for what it was. Wouldn't hurt to try. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmTee Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 Yes, I would also rub it down with WD-40. It'll clean the pores, shine the paint and protect the bare metal. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazyred Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 I would give it s good wash for the show Wednesday. If you want to get a shine without waxing you can try what i do. My paint is faded and showing primer in areas. I use a can of silicone lube spray on the paint. It gives the paint a shine for a few weeks without the wax residue. Also it repels water like wax since a lot of waxes have silicone in it. It hasn't damaged the paint at all. You can test a small area first to see the results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 16, 2022 Author Share Posted August 16, 2022 I did a little spot below the gas filler neck it looks good but you can see the cracks picture was taken before I washed it with simple green and a soft car wash brush had to change the water in the bucket 4 times ! It was black ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Luddy Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 53 minutes ago, EmTee said: Yes, I would also rub it down with WD-40. It'll clean the pores, shine the paint and protect the bare metal. Then put some of that "Black Cars Only" wax. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Luddy Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwjAjPbYlMr5AhUA_eMHHeh7DcEYABAPGgJ5bQ&ohost=www.google.com&cid=CAESa-D2DcdUH851LWXcgXccbiTP1C62bZt4iss2GhlE40V7ZWcNLk4pcvUlhRqypA5VUBbTEcN4-Kbqrf7QERDeJ-jHXNAI8nS08oWzgGAknNfsHlL3z3tRdNQ0vBHOpF9fmosFPQHCSEskKF2v&sig=AOD64_3QQuTYPaoIkxtx_9LjY475QLgtJQ&ctype=5&q=&ved=2ahUKEwier-3YlMr5AhU_hYkEHZBxD7wQ9aACKAB6BAgBEGU&adurl= Or this one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexRiv_63 Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 18 hours ago, Porsche 68 said: Zeke01 that is a beautiful car like the wire wheels! As for polishing the paint it has little chunks of paint missing and some surface rust I worry if I try to polish it the cleaner will get stuck in the cracks and look terrible It will hopefully make its car show debut at a locale car show this Wednesday wish me luck it’s only 6 miles away You have the same quandary I had with my 34 Chevy. I thought about doing all kinds of things with the surface rusted areas but wound up doing nothing, good luck on your decision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 16, 2022 Author Share Posted August 16, 2022 Yep keeping just the way it is Excellent Chevy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 16, 2022 Author Share Posted August 16, 2022 On a little test drive to a friends house h wanted to drive it Not bad for sitting 53 years and a month and a half of work. John. Video not loading Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 16, 2022 Author Share Posted August 16, 2022 Any hoo going to make its car show debut tomorrow should be fun 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmTee Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 Looks great -- enjoy the show! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 18, 2022 Author Share Posted August 18, 2022 Made it to the show tonight was very well received Lots of oooing and aaahing Ran cool stops like crap It was fun to finally drive it 10 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herman de boer Posted August 22, 2022 Share Posted August 22, 2022 On 6/13/2022 at 1:29 PM, Porsche 68 said: This is art deco on the road People smiling Keep looking around It makes me feel happy Why there is nothing like this anymore People needs it be happy The feeling of joy when you drive Look how they smile 😀 So good Herman The Netherlands 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 25, 2022 Author Share Posted August 25, 2022 Well I been driving it around town two car shows drained and flushed the cooling system and the transmission and rear differential again new brake hoses been really reliable starts every time put almost 100 miles on it what a great car ! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 26, 2022 Author Share Posted August 26, 2022 Stopped to get gas but nobody’s around 😁 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30DodgePanel Posted August 26, 2022 Share Posted August 26, 2022 (edited) 6 minutes ago, Porsche 68 said: Stopped to get gas but nobody’s around 😁 Love those little mom and pop stations. Everyone of them are so unique in their own right and your coupe looks right at home in front... Edited August 26, 2022 by 30DodgePanel (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Schramm Posted August 26, 2022 Share Posted August 26, 2022 13 hours ago, Porsche 68 said: Stopped to get gas but nobody’s around 😁 Love the gas station. Would like to have it in my backyard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 26, 2022 Author Share Posted August 26, 2022 I walk out my front door and see it everyday Was a Texaco Have pictures of it somewhere when it was in use 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrspeedyt Posted August 26, 2022 Share Posted August 26, 2022 I like the white wall tires. compliments the car nicely!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 30, 2022 Author Share Posted August 30, 2022 Out playing around today figured I’d go out and get some good Gulf No Nox also had the 25 out today 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 30, 2022 Author Share Posted August 30, 2022 What a difference 9 years make! 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uptowndodge Posted November 23, 2022 Share Posted November 23, 2022 On 6/16/2022 at 11:07 AM, 1937hd45 said: If anything is stuck it needs a good soaking with KROIL and up to a week of sitting and reapplying. Bob Is this kroil still available and where did you buy it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted November 23, 2022 Share Posted November 23, 2022 11 minutes ago, Uptowndodge said: 12 minutes ago, Uptowndodge said: Is this kroil still available and where did you buy it Local hardware store on Main Street. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uptowndodge Posted November 24, 2022 Share Posted November 24, 2022 3 hours ago, 1937hd45 said: Thanks Bob I’m gonna see if I can find some Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted November 24, 2022 Share Posted November 24, 2022 4 minutes ago, Uptowndodge said: Thanks Bob I’m gonna see if I can find some It will cost more than other brands but it WORKS. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uptowndodge Posted November 24, 2022 Share Posted November 24, 2022 3 minutes ago, 1937hd45 said: It will cost more than other brands but it WORKS. Bob If it works then the cost would be well worth it thanks again. 👍🏼 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Schramm Posted November 24, 2022 Share Posted November 24, 2022 (edited) Lots of tests show that a 50:50 of acetone & automatic transmission fluid is just as good if not better. That is just about the only thing that I use for stuck/rusted bolts. Edited November 24, 2022 by Larry Schramm (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mahtovid Posted December 19, 2022 Share Posted December 19, 2022 (edited) It is the exhaust manifold bolts/studs that really are trouble. I like to have a beer for every one that breaks. Makes the removal process easier. get-vidmate.com instasave.onl Edited December 20, 2022 by mahtovid (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted December 19, 2022 Author Share Posted December 19, 2022 They all came off with no problem Cleaned and soaked well all the nuts are brass Ran a die over all the studs Like new now 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pkhammer Posted March 23, 2023 Share Posted March 23, 2023 I'd like to revive this topic because I like the story and love the car! I suppose it's been in hibernation for the winter? John, did you ever find a crank hole cover? I just purchased an estate out of WV which is mostly pre-war Ford but I am discovering some early (20s-30s) Dodge parts too. I know there is a set of '34 horn trumpets and a taillight in the mix somewhere so maybe....... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pkhammer Posted March 24, 2023 Share Posted March 24, 2023 I thought I caught a glimpse of something! I thought maybe it was a radiator cap at first but I do believe it is the proper crank hole cover! @Porsche 68 if you still need or want this part or a taillight lens, please PM me, or better yet, sell me the car! 😃 My desire is to re-connect long-lost parts such as these with people that need them. This box had been in the loft of an old garage likely for many decades. -Greg 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Bonesteel Posted March 24, 2023 Share Posted March 24, 2023 That is a 34 Dodge crank hole cover, rare bird. Here is a photo of the one on my 34 DRXX Dodge coupe. Nice find, proper horns and tail lights as well, although that type of tail light mounting (to the bumper bolts) was only used on the sedans because the coupe rear bumper irons mount under the fenders to the side of the frame so there is no exposed bumper bolt for the tail light to mount to. On that issue I have attached a photo of the rear of my coupe but the photo above of Porsche 68's great coupe tail light is a better photo of the coupe rear bumper irons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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