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Being in Michigan with cold storage, I have similar battery life issues. Who makes the best 6 volt battery. Seems like the Auto Zone and other chains are using poorly made China batteries. Jon

Brent I discussed another division of the Lansing/Dearborn run for the A's and T's. The idea was discouraged by the Brass and Gas folks who said the Lansing Dearborn run with the really old cars is their unique project. Frankly they are correct. The run would be changed significantly with...

Does anyone know of a heat shrink type vinyl wrap that would be appropriate for a small wood grain project? I have a pair of A400 repo ash trays I am considering using vinyl wrap.

I like a light coating of boiled linseed oil on old wood.

I run a couple of steam whistles with 80psi and they are plenty load for me...always wear ear protection when operating them. jon

Barrett Jackson refers to them as TRIBUTE cars.

Model A 1929 I was always told DO NOT TURN MOTOR OVER WITH THE FAN. That is one of the most likely causes of Fan cracking and blade failure. Crank it or use a wrench on the crank nut. I am always tempted to try and nudge it one way or the other with the fan blade, but have resisted...Have not...

I have the same situation. Bought a "leakless" water pump from a national parts vendor that I purchase from regularly. I put it on the car and it looked very nice. Appeared to have roller bearings in both ends, but I did not disassemble to inspect. Pump came with no instructions. I have...

Battery may be kaput. How old is it? Freeze in the winter?

Dirt/rust in the gas tank?

what is the guide for running temperature on a radiator. Top of radiator and bottom of radiator.

A battery on off switch is another gizmo in the series that can create issues. I concur with cleaning the battery posts, tightening the connections and smearing with dielectric grease. Consider using a 25 Amp fuse on the circuit for the car with one of the kits that attach to the Starter...

Need a pair of original cowl lights and arms for a 1931 Ford Thank you Jon Crane

Looking for one or a pair of 28/29 Roadster Pickup Doors. I think these are the same as Roadster Doors. What do you have? Any condition would be helpful. Jon Crane Rochester Mich 248 650 1133 home 248 310 8000 cell

Henry rode to his eternal resting place in a Packard. Paybacks are hell.