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Don Coatney ..."I used sealant compound on only one side of my oil pan gasket and used grease only on the other side. I have removed my oil pan 2-3 times without having to replace the gasket.... I used grease only on the front and read end pieces. " - As per Don's suggestion, this is also my preferred method for replacing the cork oil pan gasket and, only tighten the pan to the block for a "gentle" squeeze of the oil pan gasket ...others no doubt will have their preferred methods , results will vary .

I don't want to appear arrogant or a know-it-all, but personally I dislike gasket maker materials in a tube when used to MAKE a gasket. The only place I would recommend using these or a similar product on a VINTAGE vehicle, particularly the engine, is perhaps sparingly on ONE side of an oil pan gasket when replacing for ease of removal if required. In a case where a gasket is not readily available for a job at hand, they're easy to make with suitable gasket material that should be available at most auto parts stores .The reason I mention this is that I've painstakingly removed some of this type of product that had been used previously ,(perhaps improperly) - was a sloppy job, did not do the job as intended, was clearly visible and I just couldn't let it pass - in all cases I've installed proper gaskets , made them when I didn't have one on hand ...Call it an eccentricity if you like. (Modern vehicles, powertrains, I'm sure there is a valid reason to use these products in some of the required maintenance). JMHO

....No doubt his nickname would be "Sparky"

Tim, In response to your comment about shared info, I'm by no means paranoid - but considering some of the phishing emails we get and also the telemarketer phone calls....It does kinda make a person wonder about shared info and are the vultures circling , wondering - are they senile yet?

Tim, I have my appointment with the Doc booked for next week.We'll see how the eye test goes. I've found inexpensive safety glasses are available with a minor correction for close-up work and I use those. I don't wear glasses for driving yet, that may change and would require getting used to.... I wear a helmet and shield when driving my motorcycle, as required here in Alberta

Other than being retired, my lifestyle and interests haven't changed much over the years and I seldom think of my age - nice to know the government is keeping track for me.

A reminder as I will be celebrating my 75th birthday this year, a letter in the mail from the Alberta Government that I will need a medical to retain my driver's license here in Alberta...

The hook above the steering wheel was probably used for a defroster fan...

I posted this some time ago, it appears to be a bit difficult to find.. there were 4 pages posted including drawings with hardware required to install and a drawing showing the heater hose connections, of course variations on the installation could be implemented at the discretion of the installer. The pages should able to be enlarged -

With a hot water heater fitted, the diagram (instructions) supplied with the Edmunds manifold show two tee fittings - one on the inlet side to the heater and one on the outlet side from the heater - the intake manifold tubing is in parallel with the heater core

Ain't life grand?

I would agree with Greg that the engine number appears to be a 1949 Canadian Plymouth block - a 25 inch block,originally 3-3/8" bore,4-1/16" stroke,218.06 cu. in. displacement. With the GVW 12320 lbs. - It appears that you have a 1.5 Ton truck....others may have additional info.

Certainly a more realistic price, and about the same as what I paid for mine as I recall.

This, "Vintage Original Automobiles Carb Part in box", appears to have been sold today on Ebay for the tidy sum of $305. USD.

Nice car. A book I would recommend for you to own is "Manual For Plymouth Owners" -1950 edition, published by Popular Mechanics Press ,author C.E Packer. This little hard cover book,(1950 edition ), easy reading, lots of photos and drawings probably has all the information you will need to properly maintain your 1949 Plymouth. Copies can be found at used book stores and on line..

Don, You're so vain.

"Since I retired this year I have not done much except little fishing and work on my experimental boat.".... I gather you are no longer employed - as am I, (for pecuniary gain), enjoy yourself.

Great pictures, nice that the location afforded a little shade for comfort.

"Never Cross Brian" ...possibly a book title ?

Certainly does draw attention...and two no less with the 440 - lucky man.

As the saying goes -The big print giveth, the small print taketh away...

Curious as to whether or not any fine print details in auto insurance policies may be a cause for an insurance company to void coverage in such cases.

I was passing through Claresholm,Alberta yesterday as a show and shine was just winding down and cars were leaving. I took this photo of a hardtop similar to yours.

I am also sad to hear of a loss of old cars, whatever the cause - insurance even if covered can't bring back the memories and personal attachment to some of these old vehicles.

Rich, Sorry to hear of your bad experience and I can understand your response. I learned early on to buy the best tools I could afford, with the idea that I would keep them for a long time and hopefully not have to replace them. The tools I bought were part of my livelihood for years...Personally, I don't borrow tools. I have on occasion loaned tools, but only to those I know well and I trust will use them properly..