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Tim - What may work out better is to create an album on a photo sharing service (shutterfly, flickr, picasa), then post the photos to that album. You...
Great news. Sounds like we found a rare bird. The primary color on this one seems to be more orangey than emberglow. I'm trying to find out the name ...
Here are more photos of the car. Note: I was not there. These were taken and shared by someone that was there...
Take it to a reliable 'old time' radiator shop. They will measure your core and be able to come up with a cross-reference. Be aware that a new core is...
Hey Michael - Welcome to our club ! Most modern mechanics have no clue as to how to find parts for, or repair, a 55 Desoto. So save your money and w...
Michael - When you say 'the auction', what are you referring to ? Also, did you actually buy this car or are you thinking about it ? Have you inspect...
Did you check the point gap ? Also, when you say you have spark, is it a snapping, crackling spark ? If those check out OK, it sounds like a vacuum le...
Mick - I'm glad I'm not the only one with this opinion. As a side note, if the club is truly interested in attracting younger members, they need to ...
Why don't you make it available online as a PDF ? That way, we won't have to wait for ancient technology to happen. Ron
Mark - I sent you an email (not a PM). Ron
Hi Mark - I refuse to pay ridiculous prices just because something is perceived as 'rare'. I've always been able to find what I'm looking for and pay...
Steve - It's a Carter or Federal Mogul 30-82. A few years ago, I was able to buy some at a local auto parts store for a few bucks each. Some calls to...
If none of the dash lights come on, then it's an issue with the rheostat on the headlight switch. Determine which wire powers the dash lights and conn...