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"some ham fisted guy with a wrench in his hands" I love it!!!:D

When looking to buy a particular car, negotiating the price is important. However, just as important, to getting a fair deal, is negotiating the actual condition of the vehicle. You must do a thorough job of inspecting the car. The seller is always going to present the vehicle in its best light...

There is some difference of opinion as to installing the switch to the negative side (To starter) or the positive (Ground) side of the battery. I have one to the negative side and it works just fine. Attached is a rough schematic of the two options.

Really good information JJ. I was thinking of going with a ten leaf, but the eight leaf, along with a pair of suspenders, should do the trick. I see my local Model A parts supplier, Bert's, has the eight leaves for $625. I can save on shipping and see my grandkids with the two-hour commute. Win...

As my sister used to say to me, " Real Mature!"

It is somewhat difficult to get a real clear look at the rear spring with the spring cover installed. I counted, then recounted, then counted again. Each time I came up with seven leafs (leaves?). Is this the correct number for a '31 Victoria? Everything else, shackles. shock absorbers, etc...

Really great replies to my questions. Thank you all, even the "suspenders":) guy. Phil

Heater??? I don't need no shtinking heater. I grew up in Montana where it's always 0 to -19F

This photo shows the stance of my Vickie. the rear tire fills the fender well. It looks too low to me.

My 31 Victoria seems to sit a little low in the rear and will bottom out on bumps in the road. It has new shocks, so I don't think that is the problem. I am guessing the 100-year-old spring is worn out. Can these springs be "reshaped" by a good shop or do I need to invest in a new spring? Any...

Check with Steve at Bert's. He would know. 303 293 3673

Ei' Ei' SIR!!!!! Thank you for the excellent orders. Phil

I have a 31 Victoria with a two-tooth steering box. I have too much (3-4") play in my steering wheel. I watched Paul's video on steering adjustment but I'm not fast enough to get it. Question 1: How do you find TDC of the steering column? There are three adjustment points for the steering...

Always dreamed of owning a '34 roadster, but not this one. It *****. Sand dune tires and painted over rust. This one missed the mark. Edit: Wow, never thought this site would start censoring posts. A cup of disappointment with my morning coffee.

Make sure you change the oil first.

Wonderful, encouraging posts above. At these events, leave your lawn chairs and DO NOT TOUCH signs at home. The cargo shorts and white socks and sandals crowd need to try harder to embrace the 21st century. It ain't 1956 anymore. Thank you for the great photos of people, hands on, participating...

Great idea. Offer to do the masking yourself as well. You may consider that as prep work. You can do the door jams, with a rattle can of your paint color, made up by your local paint store.

Thank you, Brent. Wonderful advice.

Brent, Very Informative post. If you have the time, could you please explain the purpose, and application technique, of the clay bar? Thank you in advance, Phil

I just passed a Vin verification, at my DMV, using the stamp on the engine. That is an acceptable location.