Recent content by bobpo

I had the same problem and decided to use the Good Shut Off Switch mounted in front of the driver's seat by the floor. You can't see it very easy but using it becomes Habit. I actually let my "A" sit most of the winetr and didn't even have to recharge tghe battery. The "Key" is to get a good...

Many things can cause it to overheat. Timing, plugged radiator, low pressure in the tires, and on and on and on. Do you have a temp gauge? Are you sure it is overheating as opposed to throwing the fluid out of the radiator. Check the level of the fluid. You won't want it much above the cores...

By the way SDJason, I didn't offer any tips on how to fix your problem but congratulations anyway. Also you are very lucky to have the right temperatures to enjoy a Spring drive. We just broke freezing this morning. Also, in reading your report his morning, I have decided that as descriptive...

I have noticed that all these youngin's want to know the same thing, "How Fast Does It Go?" to which my response is always, "It will do 60 MPH in 15 Minutes". That way they have to think about it and Math comes into play. Most will just reply, "Aw, Kool ..!"

Since I have a show coming up early May, I'd better get on this o-ring thing. Thanks

Thanks jkeesey, I'm using the thicker O-Ring. Here's what I think. Since it worked last summer; If I had opened the cap slightly during it's storage this past winter, I think the O-Ring would be O.K. But, of course I didn't, so I need to order a few extras. Then there's that Major Heart Attack...

Definitely gotta find me some of these. Thanks Leadpot.

The rubber o-ring did fine last season, but then this time, it starts leaking as I get the speed up on the highway. The O-ring sits in place of the original gasket, which did not seal well enough. The overflow tube is clear. Jkeesey, I'm really not sure, it just comes out from under the cap...

Thanks Barry, I didn't even think of that, but I'll try it. Makes sense too.

I really like the visor idea. Maybe I'll try it.. :rolleyes:

I took "Miss Tillie" out the other day and lo & behold, the radiator cap is leaking again. I used a new Rubber O-Ring last summer and also used a brass Gasket (from the Gas Gauge, I think) and that solved the problem last summer. Is this something that has to be replaced every season, or do I...

You know, I thought about a Hand Cranker, but even a little one for shows would be fun. I have a Car Show coming up in which I will be giving rides in the Rumble Seat to little kids that would like to ride in an Ol' Jalopy. I'm also going to color the Cowl Lights Red for show. :D

To Luckyal, I already was Henry, and to Mitch, no it's all make-believe. These days that's about all that works.....HaHa. Sure does get the Gawks... And lot's of questions. Usually from the youngsters; "How Fast Will It Go?" I tell them it will go 60 mph in 15 minutes.............(on a good...

This was the only way I could achieve this rank. I made some Magnetic Signs for "Miss Tillie" and will use them in parades and shows only, as they can scratch the finish if left on for any time. It is also a good idea to wax the back of the magnetic material and ALWAYS clean the door first. I...

Kevin, if you're going to refinish the chassis and undercarriage areas, you might want to look at a product called KBS Coating. I use this stuff because it is very hard and nearly indestructable. It has a nice gloss to it, comes in most basic collors and only has to be cleared (with their...