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Last seen: December 18, 2023 5:38 pm
Dick, Your floors don't look that bad overall, I've seen some that were barely existent! I think you're doing the right thing if you're on a budget....
@nancydailey hello nancy! Regis and David are right about the colors, people have many different opinions. I am a person that tries to stay as close t...
These Flathead sixes were usually pretty good engines and would last a long time. Considering the age of your car I'm sure that engine could stand som...
@williamphillips kind of neat! If you ever get lost and you're traveling on Route 66 just look up! But not for too long lol.
Changing the transmission fluid is always a good start. Fluid level should be correct as well. You can use a regular 10w motor oil in the semi-automat...
I am not sure that an update on attendance is really all that important. Either you are going or you are not. I plan to attend this years convention...
The big question on this car is: Is it a Shopper or an Explorer? Explorers had the rear facing seat. I know of only 2 Explorers. One of which I owned...
Scott, If you're trying to stay as close to original as possible I would not worry about going with the alternator. If you change your mind later ...
Scott, It's really sort of a myth that you need to change over from a 6 V to 12 V in these old cars. It's really absolutely not necessary as the 6 ...
Hey Jim, I just replaced the choke on my 41 DeSoto. Its the same one you use on your car as well. Made by Sisson. Soak the nuts in a good penetra...
If you've not had any luck... try contacting Les Pesavento. He is the '29 technical adviser for the club and may even have what you are looking for. ...
I have Haggerty Ins. as well. I've been happy with them so far. They do have a company called Essentia that I think they underwrite for. My insuranc...
I would be interested! Would like to know a little more about exactly where in Ontario tho… Looking forward to more information.. Dean
I wish you luck. It seems as if the "local" shops that know these cars don't exist anymore. I'm in Charleston, SC and I can't seem to find any reall...
Well, not today, but last weekend, a friend of mine and I rebuilt the front brakes on my 41 DeSoto (for the 3rd time). Master cylinder, wheel cylinder...