Hey guys--

I bought some misc body tags (Budd, Fisher, Seaman) on ebay and received a Plymouth Fedco with them, it starts with a "Y". I thought they all started with "R"? Any input? Just curious, thanks in advance...

Thank guys! I was able to get a suitable replacement at O'Reillys Auto Parts in less than two hours for $15! Whatta deal. Not exact, but sealed nicely, no leaking (National Federal-Mogul #473440 size 1.5 x 2.75 x .312). I can see why the shaft might need to be sleeved, strange how leather could wear down metal like that. Worst part of the job was cleaning all the gear lube that sprayed all over the undercarriage from the old leaing seal.

 

Good idea, Chet. I've been a member of the POC since '91, didn't even think of posting it there.

My dad seems to think you could get the wheels either way-- painted or clear-coated. He had a '33 PD and knows his old cars, particularly Plymouths, but he doesn't remember for sure.

Very interesting.

Say, while we are the subject of artillery wheels, does anyone know for sure if they were originally painted the same color as the rims? And what coordinating color is the pin-striping on the spokes? Was the striping always yellow/cream? Mine are clear-coated and I am sure they werent original that way, all literature I have seen shows them painted.