Unregistered users may browse the website, but in order to participate in the forums and view select pages (such as "Club Contacts" and "Classified Ads") a user account is required. Click HERE to email the webmaster and request a free account. The National DeSoto Club uses real names rather than pseudonyms. Notify the webmaster of your user name preference (Johnathon Doe vs. John Doe, etc.), preferred email address, and password request.
Last seen: March 29, 2022 1:48 pm
I have a couple extra if you still need them. Have a nice day Steve
The full flow filter requires some internal modifications to the oiling system. Just using a full flow element or installing a full flow canister doe...
WIX 51O8O, just changed the oil in my '55; '56 is same. There are several other filters that will work, but I can't look them up right now. Use what...
I had the same problem on a '56 Fireflite. Took it to a clutch and U-joint guy. He made a new driveshaft for less than the cost of that NOS U-joint....
I've found many places close to Lake Michigan have ethanol free pump gas for marine use. It usually costs a little more, but not too bad. Check at a...
Over ninety on Sunday so I went for a nice drive. Stopped by a friend's house and parked in the sun. After a little visit, it cranked right up. So t...
I checked with another vendor and he measured a Stant #13926 for me and it looked like it would work. Under $7 including shipping. It fit and it wor...
I ordered a 160 degree Stant #33026 which was advertised as a replacement for a '55 DeSoto. It did not fit; too big. Wrong part in box? I don't know...
Hmmm, rebuilt starter? Sounds like a weak starter. This may sound counter-intuitive, but a weak starter often won't disengage. Good luck Steve
Thanks Mark!
I bought a Cagiva motorcycle with no key. A local locksmith was able to whip one up in short order. It was also very reasonable. Good Luck Steve
An advantage to the air shock idea is that you probably need new shocks too. So for about the same cost as replacement shocks, you also fix the ride ...
I have a 32 SC; I am having problems with it losing power and sputtering after a long (20-30 minute) run. Don't believe its electrical (everything rep...