Recent content by MNSubbie

Here's the story: Replaced both front whl cylinders cause I didn't like how they looked inside (not smooth) Checked all front lines and hoses, and connection bolts These things were no help I am embarrassed to tell you that my problem was the Return Spring. The side that was slow to retract...

Thanks everyone, for your thoughts and ideas. I will try the bleeder screw as the first step---makes the most sense. Will let you know what I find

I have a 48 Merc sedan with a strange brake issue: The LF brake shoes are VERRRY Slow to retract after you let up on the brake pedal. Step on the brakes, and on that one wheel, the shoes stay out in contact with the drum---------until about 15 minutes go by. If you give it time, it will...

Got some help from a guy who has had several of these vintage cars. He explained that 46-48 Mercs had an option for Turn Signals (Dealer Installed), and that red light next to the 60 was the turn signal indicator. It blinked when you were turning either direction. Makes sense to me. Thank you...

Thx for the ideas Pat/Ohio The Mystery Light comes ON with the parking lights, and is OFF with headlights. Seems to dim with the dim/brightness control.

I recently became the owner of a 1948 Merc Survivor. Its mostly original but obviously has had a few people fixing it over the years. The speedometer has 3 little light bulbs that snap into the back ---I need help figuring out one of them. Light on the bottom of the speedo is for dash lights...