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I have just recently aquired a 1926 tourer and would like to know what was the original finish on the front and rear bumpers and also the wheel rims as they appear to have the same finish,(silver colour paint).
Peter Moody
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Peter, bumpers were accessory equipment in 26 and they would have been nickle plated. If the wheels were the wire spoked type they would have been painted with an accent color but I doubt if they were ever silver colored. 
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Thanks 29 Chevy Coach. The spokes are wood. I was referring to the metal rim.While we are on the subject of wooden wheels I have been told that if I remove the original paint from them, then I should soak them in Linseed oil. What do you think?
Peter Moody
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Peter, the Linseed oil will help seal the wood and prevent moisture and staining of the wood. It will also swell the wood fibers and help to tighten the wheel spokes. Use boiled Linseed oil as Raw Linseed will not dry for a week or so. I don't know if you have a wheelrite in your area who does wagon wheel ect if so check with him on other things to use as a prep and also a good finish for the wheels. 
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