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Title: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on December 27, 2011, 04:40:39 AM
I hope I'm not stepping in unwanted territory !
As I have been looking for a 34 Plymouth, I just bought a 34 Dodge DR Sedan sight unseen and will be picking it up in  the next week or two as the car is in pieces which is an unfinished project ! So now will have another addition to our family, will post pics of it after it gets home. Have to travel approx.7 1/2 hrs to get here and can't wait !
Cheers Tony.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: SDGlenn on December 27, 2011, 11:22:54 AM
I believe you are still in friendly territory..... keeping it in the right family anyhow. lol
Waiting to see your new find.
SD Glenn


Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: wellery on December 27, 2011, 06:51:45 PM
Tony

Awesome find - do you have to go to Adelaide to get her?

Wayne
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on December 27, 2011, 09:03:03 PM
Just b4 Adelaide at Murray Bridge is where it's from , already on the hunt for parts !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: wellery on December 28, 2011, 07:10:34 PM
Tony

Will keep my eyes peeled for parts - anything specific you are looking for ? - I suppose you will not know to you see her

Cheers

Wayne
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on December 29, 2011, 12:39:42 AM
I already know it needs 4 hub caps ,1 headlight lens ,2 tail len's, will know more after pick up.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: 1930 on December 31, 2011, 10:01:43 PM
34 might be my favorite year Dodge, I would like to see pictures
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 01, 2012, 05:31:26 AM
Will post pictures when I get car back home , should be Tuesday next week if all goes well !
Cheers Tony .
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 08, 2012, 04:12:19 AM
Monday morning will heading of to pickup 34 Dodge ,My tow Ute is all packed ready to go now ,only12 hours to go to leave on a 7 1/2 hr drive to Murray Bridge .
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on January 08, 2012, 02:52:11 PM

Sounds like fun,  Good luck,

Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: SDGlenn on January 08, 2012, 04:41:51 PM
Hey Tony, send us a picture of your tow ute also. I'd love to see it.
SDGlenn
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 08, 2012, 10:17:36 PM
Still got 6+  hours on the road will send pics when I get back as I cannot load them from phone cheers!
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 09, 2012, 07:19:56 AM
Just seen 34 dodge and I like what I've seen
Got alot of packing to do in morning before trip home
Will post pics after I get back !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: SDGlenn on January 09, 2012, 10:04:39 PM
Tony, I hate to sound completely ignorant, but, I'll give it a shot.  I never heard of a "ute" until I joined this site. What is a "ute"? Does "ute" stand for anything in particular? Short for something, slange for something? // ??
Thanks,
SDGlenn
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: wellery on January 09, 2012, 10:13:21 PM
Glenn

Ford Australia was the first company to produce a coupe utility.This was the result of a 1932 letter from the wife of a farmer in Victoria, Australia asking for "a vehicle to go to church in on a Sunday and which can carry our pigs to market on Mondays".Ford designer Lew Bandt developed a suitable solution and the first coupe utility model was released in 1934 (In Geelong Victoria - This where I live).  Bandt went on to manage Ford's Advanced Design Department, being responsible for the body engineering of the XP, XT, XW and XA series Ford Falcon utilities. General Motors' Australian subsidiary Holden also produced a Chevrolet coupe utility in 1934 but the body style did not appear on the American market until the release of the 1957 Ford Ranchero.

Both the coupé utility and the similar open topped roadster utility continued in production but the improving economy of the mid to late 1930s and the desire for improved comfort saw coupe utility sales climb at the expense of the roadster utility until, by 1939, the latter was all but a fading memory.

By the 1980s in North America, the coupé utility began to fall out of favor again with the demise of the Ranchero after 1979, the Volkswagen Caddy, Dodge Rampage/Plymouth Scamp and of the Chevrolet El Camino by 1987.

Subaru offered the Brat in the early 1980s, and the Baja from 2003-2006. General Motors considered bringing a rebadged Holden Ute to the United States in the form of the Pontiac G8 ST in 2009, but the global recession (and GM's ultimate bankruptcy) caused them to cancel it.

The pickup truck, on the other hand, started its life a little earlier and is defined by its separate, removable, well-type 'pickup bed'. This pickup bed does not contact the cabin part of the vehicle, while the ute bed is an integral part of the whole body. Both the coupé utility and closed cab pickup designs migrated to light truck chassis & these are correctly known respectively as Utility trucks & Pickup trucks. Eventually the pickup design found a natural home on the smaller truck chassis while the ute became entrenched as a passenger car derivative, although exceptions do apply.

Hope this helps

Wayne

Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: wellery on January 09, 2012, 10:20:21 PM
Glenn

This what the first ute looked like
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: wellery on January 09, 2012, 10:22:29 PM
The story of the utility truck or coupé utility– the ute – began in 1932, when a letter was received by Ford Australia's plant at Geelong, Victoria. It was written by a farmer's wife who'd had enough of riding to church in the farm truck and arriving in saturated clothing;

'Why don't you build people like us a vehicle to go to church in on a Sunday, and which can carry our pigs to market on Mondays?' her letter asked.

Bank managers at the time would lend money to farmers to buy  a farm truck, but not a passenger car, hence the plea from one very fed up woman!

It arrived on the desk of managing director Hubert French who, instead of dictating a polite dismissal, passed the letter on to sales manager Scott Inglis.

1934 ute brochure.jpg (18314 bytes)He in turn showed it to plant superintendent Slim Westman, and the two of them took it to Ford Australia's design department, which in 1932 consisted of one man...

Lewis Thornet Bandt was 22 years old and had already been singled out for bigger things with Ford.

Interviewed shortly before his death in 1987, Bandt recalled the moment when Westman and Inglis came to him with the letter.

The brochure for the first utility"

The whole thing had already started to germinate," said Bandt.

"Westman quite rightly reckoned that if we cut down a car and put a tray on the back, the whole thing would tear in half once there was weight in the back.

"I told him I would design it with a frame that came from the very back pillar, through to the central pillars, near the doors. I would arrange for another pillar to further strengthen that weak point where the cabin and tray joined. I said to Westman `Boss, them pigs are going to have a luxury ride around the city of Geelong!' "

Bandt began by sketching the coupé utility on a 10 metre blackboard, depicting a front view as well as side and rear elevations. When they were seen by Westman some weeks later, he told Bandt to build two prototypes.

1934 ute restored.jpg (29293 bytes)On a wheelbase of 112 inches, with a rear tray that was 5ft 5ins long and had a payload of 1200 pounds, they were the first vehicles to also offer a comfortable all-weather cabin.

On first sight of the prototypes, Scott Inglis authorised a startup production run of 500 vehicles. Westman asked for – and got - £10,000 for tooling, and the first coupé utilities rolled off the Geelong assembly line in 1934.

Born out of a woman's frustration with car designs of the day, the enclosed cab utility was initially regarded as a luxury. But the `ute' was quickly accepted as a necessity of bush life, and won recognition around the world as the ideal farmer's or tradesman's vehicle.

Epilogue:
Lewis Thornet Bandt remained with Ford Australia until his retirement in 1976, after 48 years with the company. His  career included designing long-range fuel tanks for Spitfire and Thunderbolt fighter planes in WW2, design innovations for the UK-sourced Ford Zephyr, the 1967 Australian Ford Fairlane, and the never-approved Falcon convertible, of which six were built outside Ford in 1962.

Eleven years into his retirement, Bandt died on March 18, 1987, in an accident near Geelong between a sand truck and the vintage Ford ute that Bandt had rebuilt for himself (rego number UT 001, pictured last). This talented Australian is survived by the legacy of his design, which wins new friends around the world every day.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: SDGlenn on January 10, 2012, 12:06:46 AM
Wayne, Thanks a whole lot. That was an excellent narration on the Ute. I really appreciate the history of the ute also. Thanks again.  I remember back in 1958 I cut the back end off a 1941 Chev 2 dr sedan, and built a box on the rear end to haul my tools, etc. Would that have been concidered a "Ute"?  I wish I had some of the cars I destroyed and beat the hell out of when I was a younger fella.
SDGlenn
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 11, 2012, 07:26:41 AM
Well made it back all went good took 8hrs towing back home , not a single bit of drama !
here are some pics !!
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 11, 2012, 07:29:02 AM
Some more Pics !!
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 11, 2012, 07:30:49 AM
Just a couple more !!
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 11, 2012, 07:36:35 AM
Quote from: Tinkeys on January 11, 2012, 07:30:49 AM
Just a couple more !!
Motor has been sitting for 3 years since rebuild not started still need to finish of plumbing and wiring, cant wait for fir up day !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: SDGlenn on January 11, 2012, 11:47:35 AM
Tony, that is a beautiful automoble... I not only envie you on the car find, but envie you on the fun you are going to have getting it all finished. Congratulations, beautiful.  Nice "Ute" also, I was expecting an old vehicle. lol
Later,
SDGlenn
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 12, 2012, 06:21:33 AM
Motor is almost ready for fire up just need to get oil pressure  and bottom radiator hose and it should make some noise tomorrow
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: 1930 on January 12, 2012, 12:28:33 PM
That sure is a pretty old Dodge
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on January 12, 2012, 05:08:27 PM
Ditto... really nice Dodge.

Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Gary 30U on January 13, 2012, 06:14:55 PM
Tony, Looks like you found a good one. Can't wait to see progress pictures.

Gary
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 13, 2012, 06:23:33 PM
Got only five PSI  oil pressure next will check to see if oil pressure relieve valve is stuck open ! It ran for 45 seconds then shutdown until I find problem.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 20, 2012, 06:50:37 AM
Hi all !
Found oil pressure problem , it's not fixed yet , there is a repair inside block right beside no.5 conrod ,it looks as if at one stage no.5 rod worked loose and put a hole in oil gallery that runs along the engine block ,somebody has attempted to do a repair but was not very successful as oil was leaking back into sump as fast as oil pump could push . I have now attempted to grind back & reweld with crank in place but it's to difficult, so I tore down engine  which has everything new and only run off and on for no more tan 4 to 5 min In short intervals, all bearings are still fine and will be reused if block can be saved.
Next step is to repair block with crank out  I have no other choice !
I think I am going to use 98% nickel arc rods which are about $10.00 a piece down under
Sure hope I can plug that leak or it another engine !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: 1930 on January 21, 2012, 06:00:48 AM
I wouldnt throw out the block if you cant fix it with welding, there are many epoxies that might work assuming there is no pressure to the broken area. It is easy to be skeptical concerning epoxies but these glues have come a long way in the past few years, we glue quarter panels and entire roof skins and in some cases frame rails into car per manufacturers recomendations and I have never had a come back for any glue failure.
Myself would put down the welder because it may blow a bigger hole than what you already have. Good luck either way and happy to provide more info on the epoxies.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: 1930 on January 21, 2012, 06:04:12 AM
I would add that I myself would sorta be happy to find the hole, at least you know now why the car was prob. never finished. Good chance seller knew that was a problem and lost interest because of the mountain of a job that it appeared to have been.
I would assume at this point that otherwise you are good to go once you get that hole plugged up, it would be a shame to get rid of what I am assuming is the original engine for numbers reason so again hope you can find a way to save her.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: SDGlenn on January 21, 2012, 10:49:21 AM
You must be familiar with welding cast iron, the cracking problem with too much heat. It the cracks aren't too large maybe try drilling a hole, run threads then an allen screw. If the hole is to large perhaps more drill holes and repeat with more tapping and allen screws. Just an Idea. I have never had much luck welding cast iron. Good luck.
SD Glenn
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 23, 2012, 04:36:15 AM
Unfortunately the engine is not her own but from a later Plymouth , I am trying to save her only because it has so much new parts and machine work done!
Glens idea will suite part of the repair but not all we will see soon as next week I start 4 weeks holidays and will give it my all !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 28, 2012, 05:12:12 AM
Well boys and girls !
Today is 1st day of my 4 weeks holiday and I spent it grinding out crack in my dodge engine heated it up tp 300 deg C.  For an hour, in our pizza oven (of all places) lifted it out onto block of wood welded 1/2inch at time and preened the daylights out of the weld while doing this had a propane blower heater on block to help keep heat in, mind you today's temp was 32 deg.c  I was sweating more than a boxer training in a desert on a summers day, I think it took a total of 45 to 50 min. To weld. And peen non stop.
Engine block is now on a slow cool down over 2 days in oven wood fired ,I did see the cam bearings start to melt out of there shells but will replace them if pressure test Checks out OK  and no more signs of crack in block. Will find out after Monday if it's a success or not, I did give it my best shot.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 29, 2012, 05:02:43 AM
Engine block is now down to 210 deg c after 24 hours, just wondering if it's cooling to slow !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: SDGlenn on January 29, 2012, 05:25:33 PM
If you are standing fairly close you will hear it crack. lol.   I don't think you are cooling too slow, I would cool faster than that, but don't let me influence you, you seem to know what the heck you are doing. lol  Good luck
SD Glenn
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 30, 2012, 06:55:23 AM
I have succesfuly plugged inside leak with nickel arc rods now I have an external very small crack adjacent to my inside repair this I will use drill and tap plugs as Glen was reffering to as this crack runs adjacent to oil pressure gallery then does a 90deg. turn into it. ( Why me) its really testing my patience
here is a picture of leak B4 I started repair !
In picture this is how I found the no oil pressure problem ! and so far I have had 2 goes at the fix, its now back in oven for 2nd time, as after 1st attempt too much welding at once, got to take small steps
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: SDGlenn on January 30, 2012, 01:37:27 PM
You are amazing Tony, you got more patience than.....
SDGlenn
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on February 01, 2012, 05:11:30 PM
After this weekend I should know if I was successful or not saving the block, it's been on slow cool down since Monday it's now Thursday , I have purchased  plugs to repair out side oil gallery ,sure hope this time and effort pays off !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on February 03, 2012, 05:34:44 AM
2nd time round inside leak succesfull when it went into oven ! just have to plug small outside leak and pressure test .
Pizza anyone ?
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on February 04, 2012, 07:43:37 AM
Today finished pluging outside leak in block used used tapered tap and stitch interlock method !
Pressure tested 100% , then assembeld  crank to check if block distorted all ok , next order new cam bearing clean and reassemble !
I feel like a surgeon saved one more from junkyard in the sky.
Will post some pics of plugs and weld later on .
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on March 01, 2012, 03:56:49 AM
Hi guys !
           Tomorrow I pickup welded engine block from machine shop had new cam bearings fitted that came from USA that was the hold up.
This weekend will start reassembling motor, and that should clear up my garage a little more as I have parts laying everywhere .
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on March 01, 2012, 08:06:05 AM

It sounds like you are heading for a great weekend.

Good luck on the rebuild.

Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on March 04, 2012, 05:28:11 PM
Motor is now all assembled ready to Paint from pizza black to Silver, I'm tipping after fire up and it gets warm its going to smell like it came from a Pizza shop !!!
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on March 05, 2012, 04:21:29 AM
Painted engine  ! Next step is test run then into car .
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on March 05, 2012, 07:01:17 AM

Looking good,  Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: 1930 on March 05, 2012, 03:11:53 PM
Were these engines originally painted silver and if so than what years would have been this correct color and if not silver than what was original. Thanks
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on March 06, 2012, 06:04:41 AM
Not sure what year they started with silver for whole motor but every 34 dodge and Plymouth engine in Australia has been Silver and 30U has been black with silver head, when I acquired my 30U block had been painted maroon red  ,think I will go black for that later on.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on March 07, 2012, 06:48:09 AM
Quote from: 1930 on March 05, 2012, 03:11:53 PM
Were these engines originally painted silver and if so than what years would have been this correct color and if not silver than what was original. Thanks

I am very sure that the 28 & 29 were black with a silver head.  The trademark Silver Dome.  Just when they painted the whole engine silver you may want to pose that question on the POC site.  

(http://www.chetscoins.com/1929/images/28%20engine.jpg)


Sorry I now realize that you were speaking about the Dodge.

Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on March 07, 2012, 07:15:40 AM
Started the repaired Dodge engine today ,20psi oil pressure on crank then fire up 35 psi on idle ,Now I'm happy tommorow it's Finaly going back into car , It's nick name Dodge Pizza for obvious reasons!Check out this video on YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4b6RaXn-vdw&feature=youtube_gdata_player


Tony
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on March 07, 2012, 02:14:28 PM

It sounds like you might be on the road this weekend ?

Congratulations !!! Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: 1930 on March 07, 2012, 07:41:43 PM
Quote from: chetbrz on March 07, 2012, 06:48:09 AM
Quote from: 1930 on March 05, 2012, 03:11:53 PM
Were these engines originally painted silver and if so than what years would have been this correct color and if not silver than what was original. Thanks

I am very sure that the 28 & 29 were black with a silver head.  The trademark Silver Dome.  Just when they painted the whole engine silver you may want to pose that question on the POC site.  

(http://www.chetscoins.com/1929/images/28%20engine.jpg)


Sorry I now realize that you were speaking about the Dodge.

Chet...


Thats good to know as well, what is the POC website, sounds familiar........Plymouth owners club??? Is there a question and answer forum there, I was not aware if there is.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: 1930 on March 07, 2012, 07:43:31 PM
Quote from: chetbrz on March 07, 2012, 06:48:09 AM
Quote from: 1930 on March 05, 2012, 03:11:53 PM
Were these engines originally painted silver and if so than what years would have been this correct color and if not silver than what was original. Thanks

I am very sure that the 28 & 29 were black with a silver head.  The trademark Silver Dome.  Just when they painted the whole engine silver you may want to pose that question on the POC site.  

(http://www.chetscoins.com/1929/images/28%20engine.jpg)


Sorry I now realize that you were speaking about the Dodge.

Chet...


Chet, can you tell me more about the silverdome, was this Plymouth only engine, what was the reason for painting the head silver, what was special about it I guess? Stupid question prob. but whatever, wont know unless I ask.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on March 08, 2012, 01:26:39 AM
The 34 still requires alot of things to put back on car, like roof , interior ,wiring ,lights and jewelery
So still have a while to go  , this motor set me back about 6 weeks !
Did you see video of engine start ? It smoked because gave it a few squirts of oil in each cylinder before start up.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on March 08, 2012, 01:27:07 PM

Quote

Thats good to know as well, what is the POC website, sounds familiar........Plymouth owners club??? Is there a question and answer forum there, I was not aware if there is.

Yes Plymouth Owners Club,  here is the link.

http://plymouthbulletin.com/smf/index.php
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: 1930 on March 08, 2012, 05:22:59 PM
Ah yes, I have posted on there before my comp had to be re-booted and I lost all those nice little sites. Thanks for reminding me
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Gary 30U on March 09, 2012, 10:44:37 PM
What was refered to as the Silver Dome era ran from 1928 to 1948. According to the POC Judging Guides the pre-35 had black blocks and silver heads. After 35 the heads and block were bothe silver. Refer to the POC site, reference for all the Judging info including colors for most everything.

Gary
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on March 20, 2012, 06:47:51 PM
Interesting about engine colour scheme !
As you know I now have a correct motor for 34 Dodge , it looks to be in untouched condition by wiring and accessories and is all silver and I am wondering if all export motors for 34 were all silver ? Also every motor for this era ( in Australia ) has been silver . Would it be possible colour was changed for export ?
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: 1930 on March 24, 2012, 09:32:34 PM
Quote from: Gary 30U on March 09, 2012, 10:44:37 PM
What was refered to as the Silver Dome era ran from 1928 to 1948. According to the POC Judging Guides the pre-35 had black blocks and silver heads. After 35 the heads and block were bothe silver. Refer to the POC site, reference for all the Judging info including colors for most everything.

Gary
Thanks
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: 1930 on March 24, 2012, 09:34:03 PM
Quote from: Tinkeys on March 20, 2012, 06:47:51 PM
Interesting about engine colour scheme !
As you know I now have a correct motor for 34 Dodge , it looks to be in untouched condition by wiring and accessories and is all silver and I am wondering if all export motors for 34 were all silver ? Also every motor for this era ( in Australia ) has been silver . Would it be possible colour was changed for export ?
Good question and you will get an answer here, I cant answer it but I can almost guarantee that it would be answered, this is a thread I have goin.........http://forums.aaca.org/f143/australian-dodges-history-268816.html
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on April 16, 2012, 06:03:35 AM
One step closer got 34 radiator shell polished and painted gloss black and is back on car will post a picture later !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on April 20, 2012, 04:01:05 AM
almost finished ! radiator Grill that is !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on April 20, 2012, 04:05:29 AM
More piccss
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on May 13, 2012, 08:28:32 AM
Have been quietly working away on 34 got the windscreen winder tape made and working !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on May 13, 2012, 08:34:28 AM
Got all of dash wiring done except for turn indicators !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: SDGlenn on May 13, 2012, 12:32:51 PM
Everything we've seen looks top knotch, keep up the great work. You are pretty patient and proactive on getting that auto done.
Take care
SD Glenn
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on May 13, 2012, 07:03:33 PM
Thank you Glen !
I have now another heardle to jump I have discovered that r/hand front mud guard has not been repaired correctly and will need to take car to body repairer to stretch panel where it meets radiator at front , It was not dummy assembled before painting, to line up bumper bar hole is out by 1- 1/2" , this will need to be   repainted !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: SDGlenn on May 13, 2012, 07:48:31 PM
Hey Tony, I understand where you are coming from, been there - done that.lol
Now I am gong to move my front bumper back about 3 inches, I can do that without effecting the look very much (on the 1939 Roadking).  The reasoning? I need a car that is 3 inches shorter so it will fit in my enclosed trailer. Right now only the 29 Plymouth will fit. I like to haul them to the parades, etc,  and there are a lot of "Centenial" cellibrations this year also. Take care,
SD Glenn
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on May 21, 2012, 06:32:19 AM
Windscreen is chromed and is ready for assembly going back on car in 2 days !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on June 07, 2012, 08:44:02 AM
Just finished all windows in car and operating , wiper motors are a goer ,not much left now , hidden speakers to mount , 1 head light to finish , horns ,headlining and top cover, carpet and speedo cable,outside door handles, then test run on the road !!!
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on June 07, 2012, 07:34:10 PM

Sounds like you are almost ready.  Post a picture when you are back on the road.

Great Job,  Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on June 19, 2012, 07:27:27 AM
Just had one more set back !
I had attempted to take dodge for a test run  and go to end of drive way and discovered I have a very unique car it has 1 forward gear and 3 reverse gears  , mmmm interesting .
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: SDGlenn on June 19, 2012, 11:01:12 AM
Try shifting with your other hand, or stand on your head, or turn your seat 180 degrees. That is all the help I can give at this time. lol    Did you have the trans apart? Seems strange to me. Good luck with that one.
SD Glenn
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Doug on June 19, 2012, 12:24:30 PM
You know this. flip the dif
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on June 19, 2012, 05:01:54 PM
Thank you guys !
After looking into this , looks as though diff housing is correct and the differential carrier or centre has been installed up side down and I verified this by looking through oil filler hole and can only see the back of crownwheel should be seeing crown wheel teeth.
I never thought this was possible to do , on looking closer at workshop manual plan view of differential crown wheel looks to be in centre line of carrier .
Looks as though I will have one of the fastest 34 dodges in a reverse race !
Just for the record it wasn't me !!
Just another heardle .cheers Tony.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: SDGlenn on June 19, 2012, 10:07:52 PM
Thanks Doug, I didn't know that was posible either. Any day I can learn something new is not a wasted day. Thanks,
SD Glenn
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: 1930 on June 20, 2012, 06:11:38 AM
I doubt that is possible on most rear-ends, I never would have thought it would be on any
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on June 20, 2012, 08:56:42 PM
Last night after work pulled out diff. Centre and flipped it upside down re installed it ' also had to make a puller to get axle's out
Should be able to test run tonight after work if rain stops
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on June 21, 2012, 08:01:10 AM
All good ! Did not drive 34 on road ,but when selected forward gears it now moves forward .
Just need to wait for weather to stop raining as the top is still not covered .then it's around the block we go !!
Cheers Tony.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: wellery on June 21, 2012, 11:45:54 PM
Good luck with it all the weather has been a bit ordinary

Wayne
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on June 23, 2012, 04:01:25 AM
Good news !
               We got some sunshine today and as it happens got a phone call from upholsterer to finish of roof and interior ,so I organized an unregisted vehicle permit to drive from Kellor to Rossana approx 45 minutes drive
Car rides very smooth and soft ,only have issues with clutch ajustment and accelerator pedal kept comming of ball hinges on toe board , very happy with the way car drives !!
It's been worth the headache's for the last 6months  and  still amazes me the difference in Chrysler engineering between my 1930 Plymouth and this 34 Dodge.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on June 25, 2012, 05:56:58 AM
this is what car looks like at the moment !
still have cosmetics to do, and repair front R/hand gaurd so that bumper bar can be put on !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on June 25, 2012, 06:46:56 AM
Nice car, I like the color.  You did a great job.

Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Jim Benjaminson on June 25, 2012, 09:49:49 PM
I like 34 Dodge's but I sure like that Holden ute!  Too bad they don't make those here in the USA!
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: wellery on June 25, 2012, 11:40:19 PM
Tony

Will have to get up and have a look at her!!!!

Wayne
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on June 26, 2012, 05:22:00 AM
Hi Wayne !
No problem ,car should be back Monday then it goes to panel beater to get r/hand front guard stretched and painted .
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on June 29, 2012, 08:54:19 AM
Hi all !
I sneaked over to Rosanna this morning to see the progress of Dodge interior , it now has black top insert , almost all head linning all door trims finished  just carpet to go and hopefully ready by Monday ,at least now it can be driven in the rain .
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 03, 2012, 05:59:52 AM
Just arrived back home with Dodge all new interior and soundroofing on floor and fire wall , it's just like a new car inside !
Just have panel beater and front guard to to do there thing , I must say its a real pleasure to drive, just love it !!
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: SDGlenn on July 03, 2012, 09:50:13 AM
Tony, pictures pictures pictures, you forget to put in the pictures.  Congrat, sounds great.
SD Glenn
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: wellery on July 03, 2012, 09:04:40 PM
Tony

Well done mate, she will be ready for cruising soon - quick question on another topic where did you get your blast cabinet and what size was it to fit the wheels in.

Cheers

Wayne
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 04, 2012, 08:21:02 AM
Hi Wayne
I bought the blast cabinet from a warehouse in tullamarine and I think the place started with an R they sell a lot of machinery  and payed around $1000.00  but it's worth every cent .
Size is approx. 2mts wide x 900 high  x 800 deep just aprox. On legs free standing as well.
Can't get you a picture until about 2 weeks  it's at port Welshpool  and I have to work this week end.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 05, 2012, 07:02:34 AM
some pictures of interior !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 05, 2012, 07:21:54 AM
more pictures !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on July 09, 2012, 06:28:14 AM
Very nice work !!!

Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 09, 2012, 06:45:17 AM
Thank you Chet !
Car is now at body shop getting R/hand front gaurd stretched and painted , if I'm lucky will be finished by Friday .
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 12, 2012, 12:18:28 AM
Friday has now moved out to Tuesday , dropped into panel shop gaurd is all straight and true is off the car  and is being prepared for painting .
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on July 12, 2012, 06:52:27 AM

Can't wait to see the final pictures,  Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 17, 2012, 06:54:05 AM
Panel shop now tells me Wednsday !
I wonder what will happen on that day ?
I miss the old girl already.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: wellery on July 17, 2012, 07:25:14 AM
Mate

We always hope that they are keeping it a little longer to just get it right LOL - I would be missing her as well - you have done a great job in a such a short time - cant what to see it!!!!!!

Cheers

Wayne
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 18, 2012, 04:16:25 AM
I think all panel shops are the same ,they tell you a day and give it to you a week later, looks like thursday , I bet you its friday  >:(
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 20, 2012, 03:32:06 AM
Finally got the 34 back home ! They have done a fantastic job now I can continue finishing  small items !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on July 20, 2012, 06:43:52 AM
Quote from: Tinkeys on July 20, 2012, 03:32:06 AM
Finally got the 34 back home ! They have done a fantastic job now I can continue finishing  small items !

How about a picture
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 21, 2012, 06:26:21 AM
just took some pics !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 21, 2012, 06:37:49 AM
another pic
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 21, 2012, 06:43:23 AM
another
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 21, 2012, 06:49:15 AM
roof lining is grey it looks like white because of camera flash !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 21, 2012, 06:55:24 AM
car has not been cleaned yet
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on July 22, 2012, 11:21:54 AM
Nice !!!
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: SDGlenn on July 22, 2012, 06:48:10 PM
Sure have a beautiful automobile. You should be very proud of the ole girl, I surely would be.
Congrats.
SD Glenn
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 22, 2012, 09:39:37 PM
Will take a picture of front today as I tried at night time and picture didn't turn out well  to dark !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 24, 2012, 07:43:49 AM
Got a good picture of front Right hand gaurd repaired excellent job !
34 Dodge is now ready for club registration , going for roadworthy certificate on Saturday !!
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on July 24, 2012, 10:16:40 PM

Good luck she looks Great !!! 
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: kimmc on July 25, 2012, 12:19:20 AM
Well, your first post about the car was about Jan. 1 (you had not even picked up the car yet).  Now at the end of July, the car is completely finished.  Amazing job.  Wish I could work that fast (and have things turn out well too!).  Great work.  A real inspiration!  Thanks for all the step by step posts as your work progressed.  Kim Mc
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 25, 2012, 01:42:47 AM
I'm hoping I can keep up the pace with the 30u Plymouth !
And thank you all for showing an interest in a later model car .
I wish I had a bigger shed as I would like to expand my collection .
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on August 02, 2012, 07:04:34 AM
Hi all !!
       Just got club registration today spent after work making front No. plate bracket and painted it will get up an hour early b4 work to bolt it on  and start driving it to work.
Cheers Tony.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: wellery on August 02, 2012, 07:37:39 AM
Tony!!!!!!!


Well done - Enjoy !!!! - you are one man that deserves it after all the work!!!


Cheers

Wayne
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on August 03, 2012, 05:07:55 PM
Taking 34 on trip to Port Welshpool this weekend 226klm to get there back on Sunday if old girl behaves !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on August 03, 2012, 10:28:45 PM
Got to Port Welshpool no dramas ! All went well varied speed from 35 to 45 mph ,RPM between 1800 to 2300 ,
Motor has now done approx. 350 klm all up used about 1/4 liter of oil  runs very smooth slight tappet noise on one valve , in all going extremely well . Tommorow return home  !!
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: wellery on August 03, 2012, 10:36:10 PM
Tony

Well done you must be enjoying her!!!! - she sounds like she is running well - interesting to see if she use the oil on the way home - maybe just a bedding in thing.

Wayne
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on August 04, 2012, 07:22:48 PM
I'm sure it would be settling in no smoke from tail pipe at least will be returning home today .
Noticed its a quite torquey motor , it climbed foster hill in top gear at 70 klm/h  2100 rpm and still more go ,had to hold her back so to speak !
Cheers Tony.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on August 31, 2012, 04:20:29 AM
Hi all !!
Returned home last weekend from Club meet in Nunnawading , when i returned home noticed a slight grumbling sound, on further investigation and removal of gearbox ! found that front input shaft needle rollers are on there way out , they certainly did not last long under 600 miles in fact, going to have main shaft and input shaft modified to take torrington caged rollers they are supposed to be more durable. Fingers crossed !!
May even take this opertunity to look into a overdrive !
Cheers Tony.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on September 04, 2012, 07:30:11 AM
Tony,

I don't have any practical experience with Dodge.  Did the transmission have the proper level of gear oil ?  With the Plymouth when running the gears get surrounded by oil which is naturally pushed toward the front of the transmission housing.  This stream of oil is pushed into the front bearing housing.   If there was something preventing the lubrication of the bearing I could understand the quick bearing failure.   Something to think about when fixing the transmission.  I wouldn't suspect the bearing but the source of the lubrication..

My two cents,  Chet...

PS sounds like a great trip. 
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on September 06, 2012, 04:47:29 PM
Hi Chet!
          First thing I did was check oil level and was full , on closer inspection found that ends of needle rollers had been grinding them self at mainly one end  possible one cause is that wrong type of needle rollers used,
The ones causing problems are squared ends instead of rounded ends !
Just waiting on machine shop to do there machining so I can use caged rollers .
Cheers Tony
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on September 06, 2012, 07:20:01 PM

Sounds good to me...

Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on September 19, 2012, 10:44:41 PM
First lot of rollers fixed now waiting on 2nd lot for free Wheel drum ! May as well do them all while it's apart
Do once do it right , it's been out of action for almost 4 weeks it's like forever !
Cheers Tony
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on October 26, 2012, 06:45:04 AM
The old girl is back on the road with a spare parts Gearbox made from 2 boxs the original is still at machine shop ,and I hade to get it back on the road for a Chrysler show here in Melbourne last weekend and all went well !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on October 26, 2012, 02:32:00 PM
Tony,

The car looks Great!  I have always like early and mid-thirties cars.  Glad you made the Chrysler show in Melbourne.  Any pictures ?

Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: SDGlenn on October 26, 2012, 06:27:44 PM
Its loking great Tony.  You are a very handy gent with tools. Congrates
SDglenn
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on October 31, 2012, 04:06:50 AM
Sorry for taking so long been busy in garage working on Dodge still heaps to finish the old girl !!
Here are some pics at Chrysler show !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on October 31, 2012, 04:13:17 AM
More pics
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on October 31, 2012, 04:16:34 AM
more pics !
And spare gearbox is hanging on  going great original is still at machine shop ! just as well I wasnt holding my breath !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on December 11, 2012, 01:41:34 AM
I know its been a while !
just fitted new running board rubber R/hand side approx 5 hours  looks neat ,
also got my brother in law to have a go at painting pinstipe on a wheel , what do you think ?
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Manuel on December 11, 2012, 02:24:57 AM



They both look good!!

Manuel in Oz
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on December 11, 2012, 08:40:56 PM
Nice job on the running boards.  Reading posts like this makes me want to get started on my 29.  Unfortunately I still have not completely finished my 48.  The bonus room construction over the garage and a half dozen other miscellaneous projects.   Then there are my daughters projects.

Someday soon,   Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on December 12, 2012, 09:38:15 PM
Yes Chet !
I know what u mean u can only do the important ones first . I am also started on fitting and chopping a Holden ute towbar to fit on 34 dodge chassis mounted with removable tow hitch , will post pics  later !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: kimmc on December 16, 2012, 06:21:54 PM
Very nice work on both.  Thanks for the pics.  Kim
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on December 28, 2012, 05:53:22 PM
Hi all !!
Hope your Christmas has been good and wishing you all and even better new year!!!
I have almost completed tow bar for 34 Dodge and as I type wheels are being pin striped all should be finished by next weekend will post pics then .
Cheers Tony.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 12, 2013, 06:37:16 AM
Last week end I entered the 34 Dodge into a show& shine and took out a trophy for best restored original car , must tell you I was taken by supprize as car has still a lot of small items to finish .
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on January 12, 2013, 08:50:15 AM
Congratulations !!!

It's always nice when your care is recognized.  Sounds like a real nice weekend.

Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: frankp on January 12, 2013, 11:58:07 AM
Kudos for having your hard work appreciated!

frank
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 14, 2013, 09:50:22 PM
Here is a shot of 34 Dodge when I arrived at Welshpool early ! you can see wheel stripes and tow bar .
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on January 15, 2013, 06:44:58 AM

Car looks great but what are you planning to tow ?   A vintage camper ?

Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: frankp on January 15, 2013, 10:38:26 AM
Tony, looks cool!  My brother-in-law doesn't live near, but don't think he could pin-stripe that well.
I couldn't help but notice the car behind you with the luggage rack hanging off the spare tire.  This gives me an idea for the future.

Reading about all the wild fires and excessive heat in Australia is troubling.  I hope you and everyone are safe.

frank
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 17, 2013, 09:15:58 PM
Hi frank   
The car behind is also mine 30u Plymouth sedan to be restored when I get round to it !
Chet! won't  be towing anything bigger than a 6x4 trailer !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on January 18, 2013, 12:44:09 PM

Never say never... see picture
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: frankp on January 18, 2013, 06:10:53 PM
Now that is COOL as my new to-be-relatives say!!  frank
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 20, 2013, 06:21:31 AM
I have an idea for my 34 picture wise will take a while but I will do it !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on January 23, 2013, 05:51:04 AM
Hi Guys !
This past week end I made adapters to use modern oil cartridge in old style canister for 34 the old style cartridges are almost impossible to find !
I also bought a pin striping tool from USA and I will have some practicing to do ,then body lines here we come !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on February 05, 2013, 02:15:34 AM
Hi guys !
Spent over 3 hours to paint top line around body of 34 in ivory over blue!
Quite pleased how it turned out will post pics later when I get some free time on home computer !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on February 09, 2013, 08:55:28 AM
Here is a pic of unfinished pin striping !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on February 09, 2013, 08:58:46 AM
another pic ! Took 3 hrs to do top line around car and still got to do bottom line .
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: kimmc on February 09, 2013, 09:22:56 PM
You're hired...!!!
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on February 11, 2013, 06:28:16 AM

Nice work !!!

Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on February 17, 2013, 12:21:05 AM
Hi all !
Filled up 34 to go to club meeting on Friday night and found petrol slowly dripping on floor of my garage ! Had to drain fuel tank , and first chance I get will have to pressure test and plug leak, yep ! There's always something to do !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on February 20, 2013, 02:48:33 PM
Well it turns out solder joint on filler neck is cracked !also looks like previous owner has put some sort of red red epoxy type sealer in tank !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on February 22, 2013, 05:42:40 AM
I succesfully repaired tank leak with a 300w electric solder iron  today , without blowing myself up !  I suppose thats a good thing ,dont really want to be an astronaught !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on March 26, 2013, 05:53:19 AM
Well boys !!
It's finally back in the car the tank is like new , I am using this opertunity to install a pusher pump to stop problem of no fuel in hot weather after stopping for a short break ! The last trip in hot weather was good until, a short stop was required .The original fuel pump when it gets heat soak after stopping for 5 to 30min. Will not pump fuel until it cools sufficiently so that gas is not vaporizing in glass bowl.
An electric pusher pump will fix this.
Cheers Tony
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: frankp on April 01, 2013, 11:08:59 AM
Tony,

Good for you.  Nothing like taking care of several problems while everything apart.

Your pin striping is wonderful.  Do you use tape to keep it straight or a steady hand?

frank
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on April 04, 2013, 03:21:28 AM
I use a guide a wheel and a not so steady hand , the 3 combinations gave the end result , and I do need more practice .
Cheers Tony.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: SDGlenn on April 05, 2013, 10:43:29 AM
You are doing great Tony. I used to watch my Dad use the guide wheel stripper, I have never tried it myself. Is it pretty easy to use? My Dad was a professional body and paint man, one of the best around in the 50's and 60's, they used a lot of "leading" back then also, hardly ever see that anymore. Did you learn some of your skills from your parent? You are pretty good yourself.
Take care of you
SDGlenn
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on April 05, 2013, 06:50:01 PM
It's like anything Glen ! Practice makes perfect ,and I am no means perfect .
Just read info on how to do things that interest me , it took 3 hrs to do 1 line around car because I kept mucking it up , persistence eventually pays of and I still need more persistence .
I have acquired another motor for 34 , it's not an original  but, I have an original in shed , I am going to make it more user friendly to our modern fuels  and keeping car to factory specs except motor and overdrive gear box which are still flat head Chrysler units and are interchanged by bolting so that car is always able to be put back to 100% standard , I am doing this because I want to use the car as much as possible and I like a challenge .
Cheers Tony
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on May 10, 2013, 07:31:32 AM
Today pickup castings from a foundry 20min from where I live , I had 1934 bumper over-rider made out of bronze , I was lucky enough to borrow 1 original to copy it !
They now have to be sanded and filed and polished then chromed lot of work but it's worth the end result especially when you just can't find them.
Will post pics later.
Cheers Tony
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on June 11, 2013, 07:57:20 PM
Hi All !
        Finally found some more time to do pinstriping think this is the last off stipes.
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on June 11, 2013, 07:59:01 PM
More pics !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on June 11, 2013, 08:03:12 PM
I also had a go at making a heat shield for brake master cylinder , being right hand drive in summer time master was getting very hot !
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: frankp on June 12, 2013, 10:36:34 AM
Tony, Very nice work - looks terrific!!  frank
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on June 30, 2013, 11:56:24 PM
I now have 4 door handles that are a matching set and 1 locking drivers door handle !
it took a while they are all recast in gun metal and hand polised then chromed , they should outlast me and the car !!!
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: chetbrz on July 02, 2013, 08:39:02 AM
As usual really nice work.  Also the car looks great.

Chet...
Title: Re: 1934 dodge
Post by: Tinkeys on July 04, 2013, 07:39:00 AM
Today found a way to repair a vacuum advance canister for Dodge distributor and used silicon rubber sheet for diaphragm , that should get me better fuel economy ! It just keeps on improving .