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5083
Well, I've had all intentions of getting back in the garage and working on the old girl... just been busy preparing for winter. Still have to move a lot of...
David C. Pyatt
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Nov 1, 2005
8:53 am
5084
David, Gee, I thought I was the only guy with a 30 year old garage that's still unfinished! I had a dirt floor in the back half for 15 years, and painted a...
Brian McCool
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Nov 1, 2005
1:12 pm
5085
Does anybody have a source for a good car cover? I have a two car garage but to perform work in it may mean that I roll the old car out once in a while. I...
leonardrogers2000
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Nov 7, 2005
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5086
http://www.calcarcover.com/ ... pontiac42to48messageboard@..., "leonardrogers2000" ... out ... want...
Rick Shoestock
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Nov 7, 2005
12:16 pm
5087
If you all owned this would you restore it or leave it alone? _http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4587907470&sspa ...
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jennheather
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Nov 7, 2005
3:39 pm
5088
Provided that it was intact, no rot, I'd leave it alone. After spending that much money, I'd be leaving EVERYTHING alone for years!!! ... If you all owned this...
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fredflypogger
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Nov 7, 2005
5:12 pm
5089
After going to many woodie events, it seems that the cars that bring the most interest are the original, unrestored cars. Yes, there are many cars at the meets...
R Young
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Nov 7, 2005
8:04 pm
5090
I would attempt to make improvements which would preserve the originality. Such as replacing the rear section of the roof where someone incorrectly painted it...
Rick Shoestock
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Nov 7, 2005
9:16 pm
5091
Those are my sentiments too Rick, especially Kevin's plastic and the engine compartment cleaup and paint. Tim In a message dated 11/7/2005 4:18:08 P.M. Eastern...
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jennheather
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Nov 7, 2005
9:21 pm
5092
I'd also attempt to add the deluxe trim on the front fenders. Measure several times before drilling holes! Looks like it has good dosumentation and all the...
Rick Shoestock
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Nov 8, 2005
12:16 am
5093
Hmmm, a hundred and eighty nine thousand dollars? What is wrong with this picture? Barn fresh, tired old car that someone is trying to retire on after...
Brian McCool
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Nov 8, 2005
12:19 am
5094
Rick, I'm pretty sure that the wagons usually came with black roofs but having them painted the body color was an available option. I've seen more than one...
Don Hinsberger
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Nov 8, 2005
7:33 am
5095
If he gets that for it, I'll know it is time to convert my 4-door streamliner into a woodie! ... trying ... oil. ... cars ... much ... that...
Rick Shoestock
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Nov 8, 2005
12:14 pm
5096
Don, I'm no expert but the sales literature shows a red one with a red roof. I'd bet the material they used was dyed red and not painted. Who said anything...
Rick Shoestock
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Nov 8, 2005
12:18 pm
5097
Rick, I'll even spring for the wood. How 'bout black walnut instead of maple framing and cherry instead of ash? I have a goodly supply of each, we'll do your...
Brian McCool
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Nov 9, 2005
1:35 am
5098
Don, I remember reading somewhere that it was an option to have the top color the same as the body color and for this reason, I used Navy Blue Sunbrella ...
R Young
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Nov 9, 2005
11:35 pm
5099
Rick -- Did you buy the 1950? Question for the 42-48 experts. I have some Handle, door window regulator (window winder cranks) #4147636 and the parts book...
Paul
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Nov 10, 2005
1:57 am
5100
No, I have not bought the 50' yet. Don't have the extra cash at this time. Thanks. ... regulator ... for models ... thanks Paul ... McCool" ... wrong ... the...
Rick Shoestock
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Nov 10, 2005
12:20 pm
5101
Hello members: I have a 1948 Streamliner coupe and my hood doesn't fit correctly. In fact it does not settle completely down and flush with the fenders. It ...
saturnsixcylinder
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Nov 11, 2005
9:10 pm
5102
Have you tried adjusting the hood hinge? There's 1 bolt on the outside and 2 on the inside of the cowl (on each side). you can loosen them up & there's quite a...
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fredflypogger
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Nov 11, 2005
11:38 pm
5103
If you find you need new hood hinges I have NOS hood hinges for models 25-27 and models 26-28. They are one large unit with the reinforcement between them. I...
Paul
ped41
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Nov 12, 2005
1:25 am
5104
What are you asking for the hood hinges?? Mine are kind of worn out. Ellis ... If you find you need new hood hinges I have NOS hood hinges for models 25-27 and...
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fredflypogger
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Nov 12, 2005
2:03 am
5105
$125 plus shipping via UPS... Paul ... From: <kruizr@...> To: <pontiac42to48messageboard@...> Sent: Friday, November 11, 2005 9:03 PM ...
Paul
ped41
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Nov 12, 2005
2:59 am
5106
If you decide against it, I would probably be interested. Any idea on my window crank handles question?? Thanks Paul ... From: "Rick Shoestock"...
Paul
ped41
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Nov 12, 2005
3:31 am
5107
Sounds good! (I'll take it.) Do you take PayPal? Shipping to 94044 Zip Code fully insured. Thanks! Ellis ... $125 plus shipping via UPS... Paul ... From:...
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fredflypogger
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Nov 12, 2005
3:35 am
5108
Do you need for a Model 25-27 or Model 26-28?? They are different.. Paul ... From: <kruizr@...> To: <pontiac42to48messageboard@...> ...
Paul
ped41
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Nov 12, 2005
3:38 am
5109
Ellis -- I store my parts at my garage in Pa and I live in Va. I am leaving as soon as I type this email for Pa. Call me at 703-615-7013 and let me know...
Paul
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Nov 12, 2005
4:01 am
5110
Mine is a model 25 Ellis ... Do you need for a Model 25-27 or Model 26-28?? They are different.. Paul ... From: <kruizr@...> To:...
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fredflypogger
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Nov 12, 2005
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5111
... models 25-27 ... between ... reproduction ones ... correctly. In ... fenders. It ... slightly. Can ... they ... a few ... the hood hinges. Please...
saturnsixcylinder
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Nov 12, 2005
1:06 pm
5112
The shop manual has important details on how to do the hood aligning. The rubber has to be in place before the hood shuts properly. The rivets can work loose...
hlees
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Nov 12, 2005
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