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My voltmeter quit for the second time in a year , I got a new one today , but I am wondering if there should be a voltage controller of some sort to prevent voltage spikes , if that is what is causing the meters to fail ? I am using an alternator, but have done for many years with no issues...

Hi everyone, I wanted to share pictures of my car of over 40 years , but could not ,at 89, figure out directions on how to do so. A fellow member agreed to post for me if I sent him a couple of pictures . Look for pictures to follow soon. Don S

Any barners from north western states coming to Penticton BC , for the Peach City Beach cruise weekend, June 26,-28. We are expecting approximately 800 vehicles of all categories .Look for my 31 Ford Coupe in the grassy area behind the peach concession ,maybe drop by to say hello. Cheers...

I think I must have parked under a tree and got spit on by the tree. It is not sticky like I have had before , but very fine to the feel. I have tried water and soap, windex , various polishes , alcohol ,( not the drinking type ) . The paint is in really good condition , Ditzler enamel painted...

Does any one have an email address for Dave at Renners corner ?I have tried with no success a couple of different versions. Help anyone? Thanks , Don S

My engine has a knock that is very noticeable at idle. Engine has bearing shells with less than 20000 miles on them. All engine internals were balanced as per standard practices ,has counterweighted crankshaft,Stype touring cam,and Brumfield 5.9 head. I removed the fan belt,but knock persists...

I have 42-48 spindles , king pins and tie rods on my model a for the last 30 or so years. All has been really good until lately when I turn hard right to get into my driveway,when a noticeable clunk is heard. I can replicate the clunk in my garage by turning the wheels on the floor hard to the...

I have some 3/32” urethane/ cork gasket material that I would like to use for a pan gasket.Can’t find the recommended thickness ,any ideas ? Is 3/32” ok? Thanks Don S

Has any body heard from Dave Renner lately ? I have phoned and left messages but no reply . Thanks

I must have been under a rock for a bit , but what happened to the library of all those talented people ,model a support businesses ,clubs etc that were at the beginning of our opening page, along with the sticky on rules of behaviour ? Don S

I removed my top hose to get at the thermostat,because I was experiencing an over heat situation . I checked the thermostat on the stove in a large can of water. Used a laser reader to check when thermostat opened , 192 deg. Too high for a 160 degree thermostat,and for my general needs. I will...

I have 4 shocks just like this that have been on my car for a very long time. I bought them in the mid 80's ,but now one is leaking. I took the right rear one off to check ,removed the reservoir plug, and the adjustment needle . I then drained all the fluid out, lots of little bits of what...

I have a 31 Coupe with an 8 leaf rear spring . With adults in the rumble seat at times ,poor roads will cause a bump sound . To add to the issue I have made and installed fender skirts with clearance for the hub. The wheels are 1935 16” size.I really like the look but even with what I think is...

Any one know when the last of the red steering wheels were installed at the factory ?

I have a 51 Ford pickup horn button that is coming apart. Does any one have a drawing of how the steel ring and the brass fingers are held under the button ?It looks to me that the ring should be bonded into the inside of the button,holding the brass contact fingers in place, ? Am I on the right...

I received information about a 25 percent import tax on all imported autos and parts regardless of age , exported from Canada and Europe ,that your president is imposing on the auto industry. This action will do great harm to the collector car/ speciality car hobby. The information originated in...

Car is now out of storage, started up ok but alternator did not kick in to charge battery, Everthing worked fine when put to sleep for the winter. This is total dry storage, no vermin etc. Checked voltage at the alternator ,12.62v ,no amount of reving solved the problem. Thinking that somehow...

My banjo housing drips a small amount of oil even when not used for awhile. I have removed and sealed all the bolts ,and they are the proper type for this installation. I removed all the oil and checked the housing for cracks, but could not find any. Is there a colored fluid that I could use to...

Any one have a rear main cap drain tube that they can measure for length,and shape ? Mine is .375 dia,but really short for some reason. I have the pan off,would be easy to replace. Thanks

I need a new radiator,my present radiator is plugged and not repairable according to the rad shop. I have had a overheat problem for some time ,so this winter the rad will be replaced. I have talked with the Brassworks rad builders,as most of you know ,they have several to choose from. I am not...