Recent content by AlphaBob

100% dead spot on - cable needs lubrication. My personal preference is SAE30 Non-detergent motor oil - it is a little difficult to find (most SAE30 contains detergents), but the non-detergent SAE30 is a fantastic overall / universal oil. I even use it for bar oil on my chainsaw. Advance Auto...

I'm trying to identify: (1) the wheel size and (2) year of the radiator shell on the speedster in the attached pictures. Specifically, I'm guessing that the wheels are either 21" or 19". Is there any way to tell from the attached pictures? Regarding the radiator, I can't tell whether it is...

Perfect! That's exactly the information I needed - the setup seemed a little odd, but logically it all makes sense. I also purchased the thrust collar. Haven't run the engine yet, but I'm getting closer!

Quick question: I've got the Leakless Water Pump Cartridge shown in the attached picture and there isn't a hole in the side of the cartridge for grease to reach the unit via the external grease fitting. I'm assuming that I simply grease the roller bearing prior to installing the shaft and that...

Make sure to save enough money so you've got gas money to get home! : ) Related, someone, somewhere is probably still making payments on that Snap-on truck! Jealous!

Thanks Jim! Exactly what I needed to know!

I'm in the midst of rebuilding my water pump and have two quick questions: (1) Why to people use a notched impeller on their water pumps? I understand that it is to slow down the movement of the coolant, but why is that desirable? (2) With the traditional water pump that needs regular...

I'd like to replace the beat up, rusty screws on my pot-metal Tillotson carburetor - its the one with three screws securing the bowl assembly. The screws appear to be 12-28 x 5/8" slotted which I haven't had any luck finding. Does anyone know a good source for Cadmium-plated steel [or...

I've heard that Marvel Mystery Oil ("MMO") will loosen up old carbon deposits and make a mess until it clears. I have not seen it personally, but I heard it from an aircraft mechanic with over 40 years of experience. Sounds like what might have happened in your case. PS: I use MMO in all my...

Good tips. Thank you!

A speedster project - precisely! My intent is to leave the frame, motor, etc. completely original so in another 93 years if someone wants to return it to it's original glory nothing will be modified. I was told that this was a huckster and was in the same family for the last 60+ years. I'll...

This is my first post and I apologize because I know if I spend hours and hours searching through prior posts I will be able to discern exactly what I have. However, I'm anxious to get some parts ordered and suspect that many of you will be able to identify exactly what I've got. Specifically...