Distributor Cap Clips

I have to admire people that take the time to preserve and restore anything.

Those that take shots at them; not so much.
 
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I had my clips Black Oxided; the same finish as used on guns. There is a plating shop in Reno that has a small hot tank and finishes lots of gun parts in Black Oxide.
I also had my speedometer cable housing (28-29) Black Oxide. This type finish penerates the metal and so far have had no rust problem, at least not in two years.

Ron
 
I think rons answer is pretty good
black oxide works good

Brent I love your answer.charlie has really helped in defining correct finishes and parts

according to Ford the part is called distributor cap clamp part # A12144
 

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Charles,

I agree, either black oxide or gun blue will give the correct finish. In order to maintain the finish a light spray and wipe over with a soft cloth with a product called Lanotec (available in Australia, I am unsure as to wether you can get it state side) which is a lanolin based protectant similar to WD40 or CRC, it works a treat in preventing surface rust and is widely used on guns and gun parts.
Steve.............
 
Hey Brent, I knew I would get smacked in the head for my post, but just had to
put my two cents in.....no harm or dis was meant. I respect all Barners who are
keeping the hobby alive. I'm sorry if I offended anyone. I think I'll go fix a cup of
coffee------without cafeine. :)

Jack
 
I restore original clips when possible, but Jack is right, if the clips are pitted then just buy the new ones. They look good and fit like they should.
 
According to the JS the clips were blued steel. I don't think the do it yourself blueing kits are anywhere near as good as proffessional blueing.
 
BRENT in 10-uh-C said:
Hey Jack, you probably are unaware of this and as such it really is no big deal, but the problem with that is Mr. Reese is trying to Restore authentically in lieu of just replace on his pick-up. Based on what he has stated to me in the past, he doesn't even own a trailer so it isn't being built as a 'trailer queen' but I believe his enjoyment is the research and then trying to replicate exactly how his vehicle would have looked in 1928. Then he will probably drive the wheels off of it after this segment has been completed. Hopefully this will help understand why he is willing to travel down that road on these clips/bails/clamps.
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Thanks for the support Mr. Terry ... you hit the nail on the head! I have a very special place in my soul for my pickup. As a youngster in Okla during the 50's I had the good fortune of often riding in the bed of THIS pickup ... the fellow would put hay in the bed and tote us kids around ... in the winter he would pull us on a sled (spent a lot of time under the muffler when he came to a sudden stop):eek:. My goal has/is to bring this vehicle back to its original condition (within my capabilities and pocketbook). through pure providence, i obtained the truck from his widow ... fortunately, it was pretty complete when i got it along with several boxes of parts, including the red steering wheel and a '28 Okla tag hanging on a nail in the shed. in retrospect, the best thing i have achieved is a circle of "e-friends" whom i have yet to meet personally, including Mr. Terry, who have been so supportive and informative. btw, the nit-pickin will continue:)
 
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