Re: Gas gauge issues
Skidplate
03/18/24 05:30 PM
The Empty/Full issue is probably a product of having power on the wrong side of the gauge.
Hook up the sending unit (in your hand) to the gauge wire at the tank and ground the chassis of the unit. Lift up the arm to the full position and look at the gauge. If it's backwards (showing empty) swap the two wires at the gauge. Power to the other terminal of the gauge, etc. See if that fixes it.
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Re: Advice sought on engine coolant
Rusty 37 Master
03/18/24 04:29 PM
You will get better heat transfer/cooling and more than adequate freezing (-40) and corrosion protection with 50/50. I typically run about 35/65 to get a little better heat transfer. It gives me more than adequate freezing (well below 0 F) and corrosion protection.
The real cause of corrosion is lack of regular changes and flushing.
You also need to think about the time period when these cars were originally built and used. Many people did not use antifreeze at all during the warmer months. Some cars were just drained and not used in cold weather. Methanol and denatured alcohol were used as antifreeze as well as ethylene glycol and glycerin. You car was built just before WWII. You car might even have sat for 5 or 6 years during the war due to rationing of gas, oil, and tires.
Read your owner's manual about maintaining the cooling system. Then you will understand why these old engines have such corroded cooling passages.
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Re: How to determine age of tires
Rusty 37 Master
03/18/24 04:00 PM
Your notes accurately reflect what the NHSTA regulation requires as part of the TIN (Tire Identification Number).
One "gotcha" is that the regulation only requires the full TIN including the date code on one sidewall. The regulation does require a partial TIN which does not include the date code on the other sidewall. Typically the partial TIN is on the outer sidewall to improve the appearance. You might not be able to easily see the date code on tires on a vehicle. Some manufacturers do choose to put the full TIN on both sidewalls.
The other gray area is related to those "manufacturers" who use a process to overlay a white sidewall or special markings over an existing tire. While that process should not cover the full TIN it might if the tire gets put into their process the wrong way.
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Re: Windshield Wipers
XLVIIdriver
03/18/24 03:18 PM
Right after I completed the first restoration in the early 70s on my "47", I bought a conversion kit from J. C. Whitney (remember them?) and they claimed all you had to do was remove the vacuum motor and install the electric motor. Well, I never could get it to work properly and I ended up throwing it away. Maybe there is something out there now that will work for you but I am still using my vacuum wipers and Rain X (sp?)
Dick
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Re: Help, locating 1936 Headliner
Mr87Monty
03/18/24 12:49 PM
I have not done this for a head liner but it might be worth a try for the curved parts. When I made model train sets we often used paper-mache to form hills and mountains. Using just white glue and news print a tough surface and be formed to most curves. Not difficult smooth out once it is hardened either.
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Re: 28 wood wheel caps.
SSG26K
03/18/24 03:44 AM
I have an FA parts list from February 1,1925 which lists a hub cap as P/N 40954. The center is black with the Chevy emblem and the rest of it is bright metal.
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Re: Transmission removal questions
Rusty 37 Master
03/18/24 02:12 AM
While the conveyer belt will give you the right thickness it will probably not isolate vibration.
You need to check the other 4 mounts. The shuddering is the result of the whole drivetrain moving around when torque is delivered.
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7:35 x 14 Bias Ply Tire - Nearly brand new
the toolman
03/17/24 10:36 PM
One 7:35 x 14" B.F. Goodrich Silvertown 660 vintage original tire. It is mounted on a Chevrolet rim. It appears to have tons of tread and possibly never run much at all on a car. Great for HPOCF spare tire or being a spare in a judged vehicle. $100 + shipping. I do not know when this tire was produced. I have owned it for many years as it was stored inside in a heated basement.
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Re: WANTED: 1940 Passenger Rear Fenders
the toolman
03/16/24 11:14 PM
FYI: Only 1940 Chevrolet fenders will fit a 1940 passenger cars. 1941 fenders will not fit 1940. 1941-1948 rear fenders are all interchangeable, with the only difference being the small holes for the stone guard on the leading edge of the rear fenders.
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Re: Clutch question
beachbum
03/16/24 09:47 PM
The previous pictures shown were dry as a bone too. Back when people took their car in to be serviced, the garage oiled EVERYTHING. Hood hinges, door hinges, clutch linkage, and yes the shifting linkage. At least once a year everyone should take an oil can or lithium grease to ANYTHING on the car that moves, spins, slides, or pivots. In many cases the only reason these cars survived in their original condition is because someone did exactly that, and now they don't. These things are not like a modern car that is lubed and sealed for life.
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Re: 1953-54 Master Cylinder
Hawkeye
03/16/24 01:29 PM
NEW PRICE!!! Now $70.00 plus shipping. Compare a new one from The Filling Station for $159.95 or Chevs of the 40's for $177.25. This is a Delco Moraine product made in Dayton, Ohio NOT in China.
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Re: running boards for '40 4dr
the toolman
03/16/24 12:16 AM
FYI: 1940 Chevrolet running boards fits ALL body styles for 1940 Chevy. The same running boards fit 2 door sedans, 4 door sedans, 2 door business coupes, 2 door business coupes and convertibles.
I have several running boards for sale. I will send you a PM = Private Message.
Dave
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235 engine/transmission from '55 Chevy 3100 pickup
Ski
03/15/24 08:34 PM
235 six cylinder from '55 Chevy 3100 pickup. Complete engine with three speed overdrive transmission. Runs good. Has split manifold for dual exhausts. Also have aluminum radiator for same truck. Located in Naperville , Illinois. Buyer must pick up. $500. 630-881-0707
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Re: 1950 chevy
Chev Nut
03/15/24 04:56 PM
If it has a later rear end with Bendix braks it may have a 3.55 or 3,70 ratio already. i would recomend to remove the rear cover and see what you have.
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