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It is my understanding that if you can catch your finger nail in the scratch it most likely not be able to be polished out.

I left a socket wrench inside of the ujoint and put it together. It did ruin the bearings after a while but nothing broke. You might check and see if it happened to you.

That headlamp bar looks like the stamped one that was only used for a very short time in 1930. The forged ends sometimes broke and were not re-welded in the right position. From the photo that is what I came up with.

I sold cars for 50 years. The newer cars have so many blind spots that they NEED back up cameras. There are also many older folks that have arthritis and have a real hard time turning their head. I would get it fixed at a good shop or fix it yourself and move on.

I believe the bump holds the bolts in place until you lay the running boards in place. I would use the old bolts if they are in good condition.

Maybe some of the coments used here are because they don't have the Restoration Guidelines that point out some of the details that make some of the parts worth more than the average one removed off a car that sat in a field for 50-60 years. If they spent $25.00 for the book then they could join...

If two buyers bid up to 200.00 , How can you say they were ripped off?

I thought these bolts or screws were oval head?

One of the best packing materials for heavy items is carpet pad . If you know a carpet installer you can get the unused pieces for most likely free?

Who carries shims for the cluster shaft? Would you put the shims in the front or rear of the transmission case?

It says make offer. What is it worth?

Try soaking in vinegar over night. Use the tooth brush again.

I'm like Fred and like it just fine the way it is!

It is my understanding that you can belong to either or both National clubs with out belonging to a local club. The two different magazines are more than worth the dues even if you are not a active member. The techinical articles and the swap and for sale are great resources.

It appears that most in favor of combining the two clubs do not belong to either. Am I wrong regarding this?

Those cupped washers look like the floor board washers and I think they are larger than the original hinge washers. I wouls use the star washers and finish your car unless you are going for fine piont.

The original end pieces were attached with two aluminum rivits , two on each end. The inner piece was attached with screws that were like the horn bolts and nuts . The outer were folded under the running board.

I understand that some restorers used the coil spring out of a ball point pen or something similar. Larry Machack from the Cabriolet Club does have some of the parts shown.

I had a tudor that the door hinge was hitting the door panel and making a noise. I checked all the hinge screws and found some were loose. I did find one that I had to file a little off the hinge or door panel so they didn't touch each other. Some are hard to find . There is also something in...

He posts items for sale in the swap area from time to time . I also have had excellent parts and help with my fine point car. Thanks !!!, Gary