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SubjectDate AskedExpert
350 chevy2/9/2012Brad Sears
  Q: Have a chevy 350 of unknown background. Probably from the 70s and some work done as numbers .040 ...
  A: Is the engine skipping? It is possible that it has broken a valve spring or some other valve train ...
NO SPARK ON A 1969 DODGE DART 3182/5/2012Robert Russell
  Q: I AM HAVING TROUBLE GETTING SPARK ON A DODGE DART 1969 WITH A 318 ENGINE,I HAVE REPLACED THE ...
  A: It's hard to track down a cause for your problem without knowing more history as the causes for ...
1966 Plymouth Fury111 { 3832/4/2012jack bahm
  Q: Bahm I have a 1966 Plymouth Fury with 34,500 original miles on it. All the pictures I see of this ...
  A: I can't help you with the bumper, but somewhere about that time, the bumper standard came in. The ...
65 plymouth fury sport2/4/2012jack bahm
  Q: Trying to find the valve lash setting for a 1965 Plymouth fury sport
  A: Sorry, but I can't help you. Go to the Walter p chrysler site and see if they can help you. I'll ...
packard 2881/31/2012Robert Russell
  Q: I have a 51 Packard 288. it is rated at 135 HP. In 1953 the 288 was rated at 150 HP. What was ...
  A: I researched this question with the Packard club @ packardinfo.com. Several members had the same ...
1957 Thunderbird1/31/2012Brad Sears
  Q: The subject car makes a very audible noise from the power steering when it is exercised. The noise ...
  A: The probable cause of the noise is most likely the power steering pump or the belt. Most auto supply ...
12 Volt conversion1/26/2012Robert Russell
  Q: I have a 1951 Chevy half ton pickup that I recently purchased and am trying to restore it to a daily ...
  A: Twelve volt conversions on a 6 volt system require conversion/replacement of some components like ...
car will not start1/26/2012Brad Sears
  Q: I have a 1954 packard clipper straight 8.It used to start and run very well.A while back it started ...
  A: Ok, so far so good. The ignition system is doing exactly what it should be doing. But the last test ...
72 Chevy Impala1/22/2012Robert Russell
  Q: I can't get it started. New battery. It seems like it wants to start but it won't.
  A: I'll try to give you an approach here as the reasons a car won't start are numerous. You have to ...
car will not start1/19/2012Brad Sears
  Q: I have a 1954 packard clipper straight 8.It used to start and run very well.A while back it started ...
  A: Ok, do you have a voltmeter? If not a digital can be purchased at most auto stores for less than a ...
1962 Pontiac Bonneville Alternator1/18/2012Brad Sears
  Q: Brad, I am taking possession of a 1962 Pontiac Bonneville, it has been in the family since new. ...
  A: 1963 was the first year that Pontiac used an alternator in general production. So this means that ...
1951 chevy 216ci engine1/16/2012Brad Sears
  Q: Why do mome 216ci engines have oil filters and some dont. My 1951 chevy doesnt have one. I see ...
  A: The oil filter on these cars was an option like the heater or the radio. Many were added on at the ...
1951 chevy 216ci engine1/15/2012jack bahm
  Q: why do some 216ci engins have oil filters and some dont.
  A: I'm sorry, but I know Model A's and not too much about the modern iron. In your case, I think the ...
falcon upholstery1/15/2012Robert Russell
  Q: the thing is that, cleaning my father workshop found some stuff that, as i've been told, belongs to ...
  A: I applaud your desire to use your interior material to help a restorer. Some of the original ...
MOdel A Ford 19291/12/2012jack bahm
  Q: I have a restored Model A Ford 1929 and I have recently noticed that the gas gage is not registering ...
  A: We all have had that problem. Here is what you do: Get the red book, Model A Ford mechanics ...
model a gen1/10/2012jack bahm
  Q: To get more or amps with band removed the 3rd brush is moved clockwise 0r counterclockwise ???
  A: It goes up to decrease the output and down to increase it. I guess this means up is opposite the ...
56 Chevy, wont restart after shut down1/9/2012Brad Sears
  Q: 56 Belair, 8Cyl 2 barrel, 210 - When it shuts off, stalls or I shut it down, I have to wait about 4 ...
  A: My little company here in Florida rebuild carburetor, starter and generators. Not an assembly line ...
56 Chevy, wont restart after shut down1/7/2012Brad Sears
  Q: 56 Belair, 8Cyl 2 barrel, 210 - When it shuts off, stalls or I shut it down, I have to wait about 4 ...
  A: Sounds like it might be the carburetor but please explain "fueling issue". It might all be tied ...
1941 chrysler fluid drive m4 transmission1/3/2012Robert Russell
  Q: Robert: I wanted to ask if you would have any images of the m4 transmission and fluid drive in a ...
  A: I think you need to see/talk to a person with a real car. The best alternative I can suggest is to ...
1965 thunderbird wont start1/1/2012Robert Russell
  Q: my brothers and i recently bought a 65 thunderbird and the engine and transmission was rebuilt ...
  A: Glad the answer is of some assistance. You don't need a new carb. if your old one is in good shape. ...
1965 thunderbird wont start12/30/2011Robert Russell
  Q: my brothers and i recently bought a 65 thunderbird and the engine and transmission was rebuilt ...
  A: Happy New Year!! Lets get your T-bird started to start it on the right track! It sounds like you've ...
1965 thunderbird wont start12/30/2011Brad Sears
  Q: my brothers and i recently bought a 65 thunderbird and the engine and transmission was rebuilt ...
  A: Your mechanic may be a very good one for the newer fuel injected cars but it is not a good idea to ...
1952 Packard won't start when engine hot12/30/2011Brad Sears
  Q: I've purchased a 1952 Packard for my father as a surprise but I haven't been able to give it to him ...
  A: Well it is time to stop guessing and do a little testing. A simple volt meter, around 20 bucks at ...
1953 ford crestline12/29/2011Brad Sears
  Q: could you guide me through the procedure in removing the steering column from the steering box ( non ...
  A: Ok, I resume that you have the steering wheel off. Down at the base of the column where it goes ...
1953 ford crestline12/24/2011Brad Sears
  Q: I would be grateful if you could guide me through removing the original steering wheel off a 1953 ...
  A: Removing the steering wheel on this car is real simple. First push down on the center of the horn ...
1950 Chevy 3100 5 window truck12/17/2011Robert Russell
  Q: I have rebuilt all door hinges on truck. no problem installing lower door hinges. Top hinges will ...
  A: There's a magazine called Auto Restorer which provides hands on help for auto restorers, both ...
power window motor12/17/2011Robert Russell
  Q: Have a 1968 Cadillac convertible with a bad left rear power window motor. I have all the upholstery ...
  A: Not knowing what others have told you and after doing a search of my own, I could not find any free ...
What is this body from?12/12/2011Brad Sears
  Q: I came across this old frame in an old=growth tree line, while deer hunting. I am not sure what it ...
  A: It is no doubt a body part from a GM car in the late twenties to early thirties. The logo that you ...
88 CHEVY CAPRICE CLASSIC 305 ROUGH RUN12/11/2011Robert Russell
  Q: HAVE 88 CAPRICE CLASSIC WITH 305/8 THAT IS MISSING TERRIBLY. HEARD CLICKING NOISE FROM UNDER HOOD, ...
  A: The symptoms you describe point to bad wiring between the coil and the spark plugs, including the ...
CHRYSLER CERTICARD INFO12/5/2011Robert Russell
  Q: I HAVE A 1966 CHRYSLER NEWPORT THE VIN INDICATES A 383CI (GIN POSITON 5) HOWEVER I HAVE BEEN TOLD ...
  A: John, There is another way to verify factory options in addition to the Certicard. There is a metal ...
starting engine in 1930 ModelA11/26/2011jack bahm
  Q: I will be selling my fathers Model A that he lovingly restoreed35 years ago. However, the engine has ...
  A: Connie, check around to see if there is a Model A club in your area. If you find one, contact them ...
1957 Chevy 2-speed Powerglide11/26/2011Robert Russell
  Q: The transmission seems to be slipping..hence figure need to adjust the bands. Would like to get a ...
  A: Your best reference is a factory service manual. The closest I could find to your Powerglide was the ...
1968 beetle horn issues11/22/2011jack bahm
  Q: Where exactly is the horn located on a '68? On early models there's little grills that have the ...
  A: Phil, I have no idea where the horn is. I will take a look on the net to see if I can find any info ...
1982 Corvette fuel Pump location/replacement11/20/2011Brad Sears
  Q: Brad, I read your article on the 82 corvette relay location, Great answer. Do you have to completely ...
  A: To replace an in tank fuel pump you will need to at least lower the tank far enough so that you can ...
classic car11/20/2011Robert Russell
  Q: i have a 1954 packard clipper super straight 8. i cannot get spark into the points.i have changed ...
  A: If you can't get power to the points, the problem is in your primary ignition system. This means ...
'83 Buick Electra11/19/2011Robert Russell
  Q: I have an '83 Electra. The window motor's ceased to function. I've gotten the bottom of the door ...
  A: The basic construction of a car window is a scissors arrangement where the window glass is mounted ...
1947 Fleetline overheating11/10/2011Brad Sears
  Q: I have a 1947 Heavy Fleetline. I bought it with a 235 engine out of a 1954 pickup. It had a blown ...
  A: It sounds like the radiator cap is not holding pressure. The increase in temperature when you shut ...
73 lincoln power windows11/6/2011Vern Bullock
  Q: I just recently purchased a 1973 lincoln continental and the power windows do not work, I press the ...
  A: If the motor turns, then either the window is stuff on the track or the gear in the motor is ...
wiring harness11/2/2011Brad Sears
  Q: Sears, I am restoring a 1938 Chevrolet two door sedan with no intention of showing it. It will be ...
  A: I am not sure what you call expensive. Chevs of the $0's sell wiring using the modern wire in the 5 ...
1967 Cadillac Calais Brakes10/31/2011Robert Russell
  Q: I just replaced the master cylinder on my 67 Caddy,now the brake peday goes nearly to the floor, and ...
  A: It sounds to me like you've got 2, possibly 3, related problems. The first is the new master: for ...

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Expertise

Mechanical, Body, Historical, MOPAR, GM, Ford, Packard, 1930-1975

Experience

Former Chrysler Tech., Project Manager for Antique and Classic Car Dealership. Owner/Driver of Classic Cars Since 1972

Organizations
AACA, North GA Mopar Club, Packards International, W.P. Chrysler Club

Education/Credentials
High School Auto Shop plus Adult Night School

Past/Present Clients
California Car Company, Roswell, GA

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