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What is the correct tire size for a 1940-41 Ford Pickup? 6:00 x 16? 6.50 x 16? It is time to re-tire and want to know what the correct size should be. Thank you in advance.

I remember Rags and Sally very well. When I was very young and just starting in this hobby, I purchased a 1931 roadster project from them many years ago at the Long Beach Model T swap meet when it was still at the old Hamilton Bowl (aka The Dust Bowl to us old timers). Over the years, I...

It was a great swap meet. There were more vendors than in previous years and lots of people walking around carrying old car parts. There were also some really neat cars for sale and on display. Thanks to the Long Beach Model T Club for another great event.

"A" Carburetor Question: Bore size and center to center mounting bolt length? This is a related but non-related question: Visiting a friend with a 1912 Buick that needs a carburetor to get it running. It looks like the intake manifold will accept a Model A carburetor. He isn't a Model A guy...

Thanks for the information. The car does have a drum tail lamp as well as a "T" shaped rumble lid handle. Looks to be a pretty correctly restored car.

I am out of town at a friend's house and he just purchased a 1929 roadster, engine number: 1176476 which is believe is about March of 1929. It is a nice and proper restoration but we have a few questions and my Judging Standards are at home. The car has typical 1929 doors with exterior...

I forgot what color the top and bottom inserts of a 1931 stainless radiator shell should be painted? Lower piece black and upper piece body color, right? My Judging Standards are currently buried due to an office move..... Thanks!!

Speaking of Stromberg OF Carburetors, what are they worth? A friend has two that are nice, clean, unmolested carbs that look to be in very good original condition. I was thinking about buying them for one of my Ts, but neither him or I know what they are worth. Thanks.

Now that's a good car. If I didn't already have a roadster, I would be all over that one. it's got the look.

But not all cars sell high. This AACA winning 1928 coupe for 12,100.00 and a good looking 1929 phaeton at 16,500.00 both seem like a good deal: https://www.mecum.com/lots/FL0118-311019/1928-ford-model-a-coupe/ https://www.mecum.com/lots/FL0118-321405/1929-ford-model-a-phaeton/ These prices...

Do you think this is Lombard or Andulusite Blue on this 1930/31 Standard Phaeton seen on MAFCA's "A of the Day"? I really like it-especially with the black wheels and tires. Understated elegance. Thanks.

Heading toward Long Beach now. Have a few stops to make along the way and will get to the nearby hotel this evening. I'll be there "inspecting" the line up at 5:30 AM. I've been to the last 35+/- LBMTC swap meets and there's always treasures to be found. Wouldn't miss it for the world...

I have been attending this swap meet for somewhere around 35-40 years. It is still a great swap meet. Of course, nothing is the way it used to be. Years ago they opened the gates on Friday PM and it went through Sunday afternoon. Now it is just one day. This year, the LBMTC is moving it back to...

Thanks for the reply, Terry. Like I said, I asked this strictly for curiosity purposes. Since the gun and equipment are important variables, let's assume that the paint is going through a sprayer and hose assembly similar to what you use in your shop. Also, let's assume the sheet metal is...

"Originally Posted by daveymc29 View Post Where do you get off paying just $500 per gallon? I hear that a gallon of black, reducer and hardener will cost me a tad over $750 here in mid California." I have a question. I have had many cars painted but I know absolutely nothing about painting...