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@SteveMortensen the '55 switch can be used, but you will have to slightly modify it. The fronts are identical, but the back has a copper band down the...
@toddpuzey I think Regis got you a shipping quote on that, but replied to your other thread - the parts wanted thread for the trunk latch and lock:
For the trunk lock and latch, I would try Murray Park at www.cbodies.com. Emailing might be best. If he can't help you, John Fowlie at Big M Automotiv...
I would think maybe a carpet cleaner would be a good option to try? That should be gentle enough on the fabric while also getting some water and clean...
Les Pesavento's contact information can be found here (or in most magazines) as the 1929, 1930, and 1946-48 tech advisor:/p>
@toddpuzey I suspect your hood is off of a '60 Chrysler. The hood (for a short wheelbase Chrysler) is exactly the same as the DeSoto, except that it h...
Not sure if this is any help, but it's free:/p>
@douglaslefebvre 1954 was the first year for the Powerflite automatic. I'd assume that the engines themselves are probably interchangeable between '53...
That's a beautiful '53 Sportsman! I am, however, partial to yellow. Is your transmission a semi-automatic or manual? You might try Northwest Transmi...
@williamphillips do you have any recommendations?The other suggestion would be to contact Les Pesavento from the club. He has had enough '29s through ...
As far as I know, you can ceramic coat on any type of paint. The biggest thing would be to confirm that you can do that on a single-stage original pai...
A great time was had by all in New Orleans! A bit hot and muggy, but the host team did an excellent job of keeping us cool whenever possible (A/C, sha...
@RonLee or @BobMerritt do you have any experience with this on your '50s?