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Anyone know of a good metal restorer/polisher in the Seattle-Tacoma area?

I recently viewed a rerun of The Real McCoys and saw the '31 Pheaton (Cal. lic. number LBV 179) used in the series, and am wondering if anyone might know what became of the car?:confused:

What vendor does carbs in Colorado?

This morning I recieved a PM from someone reading this forum. It was a Mariine that I served in 'Nam with. I love this Ford Barn. He reminded me of something I had done (and forgotten) over forty years ago. When I arrived back in the States, I called his mother to tell her that he was alright...

Did Briggs date stamp their tanks? If so, where would it be on a '31 2W Fordor Sedan? I had my tank sandblasted and couldn't find a date. I've seen mention of tank dates here on the forum.:confused:

Has anybody used one of Donovans aluminum Model D engines, or have any personal experience with them?

Does anyone know anything about an old tool set, Walden Worcester wrenches? Found a complete set in its' original wooden box in the hayloft of a barn that was being torn down. Contains a very archaic ratchet complete with all sockets. Patent # on the ratchet is 516. The old guy there thought...

I would like to polish the stainless radiator shell and cowl band on my '31. What have some of you used to polish stainless. I have seen a number of products on the market, and also some companies that specialize in polishing metals. I would like to do this myself. :confused:

Anybody know if Ford put a lead additive in the Model A paint? Or, what year lead started to be added?

It was great seeing your 'NEW' A. And your '26T is a gem. When you come over Friday, you're welcome to look through the spare parts for the handles. I'm glad I was able to help you with the tires.:)

I ordered four of the female dovetail assembly #A-61412 for my '31 Briggs Fordor, and all of them are too large. The crimping was woefuly inadequate. They are absolutely JUNK! Where did you say America is going, and what's it doing in that handbasket?

I'm installing a new sctor shaft housing with needle bearings in my '31. My question is; Do you still use the thrust washer on the sector shaft with the new needle bearing housing?

Is there any info on the additional amount of stress that a banger inserted engine will handle, ie. compression/HP ?

Any previous threads on marrying a t-10 to a flathead. I have a t-10 and a t-5. I'm thinking of putting one of them in my '41. I have an 8BA in the car with a '39 3-speed and a Columbia 2-speed. I was thinking of replacing the Columbia with a standard 3rd member. Any suggestions?

I have an opportunity to purchase an Edmonds 2 duece manifold. I am seeking any comments good or bad, prior to buying it. Anyone had any experience with one?

I just found out that the replacement carb that I puruchased from Automotive test systems in Pt. Townsend Washington is manufactured by Zenith in Bristol Va. The engineering changes were designed by Zenith. Question; Would this carb still be considered something close to an acceptable...

Other than the bearings on the B, are there any other differences from the A crankshaft?