It has been quite.

Just had a total knee replace so Amelia will be alone for several more weeks.

SteveG

I don't know what the original pump looked like, or even if one was available. but here are some pumps on FleaBay.

http://www.ebay.com/sch/6000/i.html?_nkw=vintage+tire+pump&_sop=10&_rdc=2

SteveG

These old Plymouths never fail to draw a crowd!

SteveG

It looks like it is pretty much all there. I think it's a good price if it runs as good as it looks.

You never know 'till you get up close.

SteveG

Has anyone taken a compression test.

My '28 showed 59-60 lbs across all 4.

Sounds good to me.

Any comments or opinions?

Thanks,

SteveG

Quote from: racertb on August 09, 2014, 11:10:04 AM
20w-50 might be a little too heavy, just my opinion.

Thanx for your opinion.

I have tried a lot of different brands and weights. Seems I get higher oil pressure using heavier weight oil, especially in hot weather.

Perhaps heavier oil just flows slower causing higher pressure with a negative gain. I really do not know.

Can anyone tell what effect does oil weight have on oil pressure?

SteveG

Excellent Posts!

I have been messing around with the oil pressure issues for the last 11/2 years. No cents in kicking that dead horse...

Forward flash to the present day performance.

Engine reads 32 lbs. cold and a steady 28-30 lbs. warmed up and cruising 35 to 45 mph. (stock gauge is connected after the oil pump, on the line that goes to the center cam bearing.)

Hot idle around is 18 to 22 lbs.

Hot weather affects the oil pressures. Ambient temperature at 90 degrees or above drop the readings about 5 lbs.

I am using 20w 50 oil.

After reading all your posts, I think I may leave well enough alone.

What do you guys think?

SteveG

Quote from: frankp on July 27, 2014, 11:14:05 PM
Finally have all tires mounted and the rear back on the ground.  Painted the transmission shift assembly and hand brake.  Re-worked battery box cover.  Want to clean front end a bit more before taking off the stands and going for a drive.  (Dave is making tremendous progress with his car)

Frank,

Your wood spokes look terrific. What did you use to refinish them?

SteveG

I plan on re-greasing the wheel bearings soon.

Does anyone know if the hubcaps are used to lube the bearings?

SteveG

Does anyone have, or tell me where I can find a 15"x 6" license plate frame?

Thank you,

SteveG

Cool vid. Gotta love that seat belt!

SteveG

Dave,

Great find! I've never seen the switch/ coil combo.

My '22 has what looks like an original switch but is connected to a coil mounted thru the firewall.

Great posts. Keep 'em coming!

SteveG

Great Video!
I look forward to future posts.
Thank you,
SteveG

Frank,

Thanx for your reply.

I will try the logging supply store in town.

SteveG

The door stops that prevent the doors from opening too wide and springing the hinges are missing. Kinda looks like maybe some sort of stiff strap material that goes from the door to the body. Hope my description is understandable.

I tried using belt leather, but it is not stiff enough to work properly.

Has anyone replaced theirs? If so what material did you use?

Any info. would be great.

Thank you,

SteveG