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    spark plugs

    Hello again It seems that my 3x plugs are not as reliable as I had hoped. So, what type of solid plugs can I get at a local auto store? Any ideas? Paul
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    what to use

    Hello Barners. I live in an area where it is hard to find some products. My steering gear box always leaks with 600w oil. I am unable to get Corn Head grease here and do not want to use 600w oil. Is there an alternative I can use to keep from my steering box not to leak. Any help would be...
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    no zoom

    Hello Barners At an idle my '31 Vicky engine runs smoothly. Yet when I press on the gas, it hesitates and appears to not get enough gas. I have opened up the bottom end of the carb and checked it. The float works fine. Not sure what is causing the stumble. Can you advise me on what next steps...
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    which is the best way to go

    Hello Barners More dumb question. For yrs. now I have been able to get 30 w detergent engine oil for my '31 Vicky I have only an original air filter. People tell me that detergent oil helps with the engine. Now I am finding it is very hard to find it even online. Can I switch to regular 30 w...
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    rain water

    Hi Guys, Been thinking that rain water is equal to distilled water. What say you? thanks Paul
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    Watter Wetter

    Hi Barners, Has anyone used Water Wetter to reduce the temps in the radiator? How has it performed? best Paul in AZ:)
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    Gas shut off Valve

    Hi all. I am about to take the gas shut off valve under the dash. What is the best way to do it without wreaking the threads? Les Andrews warns one about this. Thanks for the help! Paul in AZ
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    oily substance

    Hi Gentlemen, I recently discovered at my gas shut off valve under the dash that a strange oily substance was leaking in the area. Enough of it to look like oil. Put my fingers on the valve and a sticky oily stuff was on it. can you tell me what is going on and how to fix it????? kindly, Vangough
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    which is the best way to go

    Hello out there. I am about ready to have my "Vicky" repainted in the original colors. My question is. Do I paint it with clear coat added OR not add clear coat? I want it to be as original as possible since it will cost big bucks to paint Thanks for listening
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    starting tomorrow

    Hello barners! I wish all of you a blessed New Year and happy travels with great health to boot! Paul Firnstahl alias "Vangogh"
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    Antifreeze yes or no?

    Hi Barners In talking to a friend today, we mused about if antifreeze really worked in hot weather to keep the engine cool. Another thread mentioned that using straight water did a better job. What do you think? I like antifreeze. Vangogh
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    New in Town

    Hi Barners. I just moved to Prescott Valley AZ two weeks ago. I am the proud owner of a nearly original '31 ford Vicky. Am looking to hook up with some "A"ers. Any out there? kind regards, Vangogh
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    Paul Firnstahl

    Hi Barners, I am in the need of a chrome TR-C2B wiper for my '31 Ford Victoria in working condition.Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Paul:)
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    '31 Leatherback

    Hi gang. Can anyone tell me what the average weight of a '31 leatherback is? Need to know for shipping purposes. Thanks Paul
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    shocks

    Hi! I have had a senior mid life at 75 and got a '31 Vicky in primo condition. Need to know what type of oil to put in the shocks. Any type will do? Thanks!
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