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I would concur that it looks like it was a clock. The non-Diplomat 1955 DeSotos had a similar pod-like dash clock option. @LeeExline do you have a Dip...
In the book photo I posted in your original thread (), it appears that the Diplomats have letters spaced out above the grill. If you look at the cars ...
@EdPetrus should at least be able to help with a reference photo, possibly also with what other cars might interchange with the Adventurer that would ...
If you have (or purchase) a paint chip chart, you might find somewhere locally that can scan it and mix it up to match. I don't think there is a way t...
The switch you are showing is the floorboard dimmer switch to go between low beams and high beams. If I am understanding you correctly that you elimin...
Mika, Here are photos of some of the clips used. I believe all of the thin (upper) sweep trim used the spring style shown. For the wider (lower) swe...
@annetaarts that was quick! What was the problem?
@annetaarts I can relate - electrical stuff is not my strength. Best of luck getting that figured out!
Mark, this one resembles the '55 Plymouth. They just posted some photos and a video of their car here:/p>
Is your car 12 volt or 6 volt? I'd assume 6 volt because of the year, but I don't know for sure. If you can't find a shop manual or wiring diagram s...
That would be super cool - I don't think I have ever even seen a photo of one! If you haven't already, I would encourage you to also submit a free "Ca...
See you there! Only a little over 5 months to go!
Hi Mike, I am currently traveling for the holidays, but might have a couple intact clips at home that I can get photos of for reference. You might a...
@annetaarts I believe you have a DeSoto Diplomat and it looks to be mostly correct on the exterior except for the wheels. What I'm unclear on is if th...
Congratulations on finishing it! I'll bet it feels good to be driving it around after all that time! I hope you'll consider submitting an article at s...