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T120

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  1. This topic brought to mind an incident that happened when I was younger. I was totally focused on a piece of equipment I was working on and didn't realize an older employee had stopped by and was talking to me - Until, suddenly he was loudly cursing me (basically, in milder language the message was, "you can tell me to get lost but don't ignore me!")...Now I've been retired for a number of years, there's no more deadlines and commitments and I find I'm easily distracted, that mixed with a bit of clutter and I frequently misplace tools and other stuff consequently some I have duplicates.?
  2. Yes,if the vacuum advance unit is working properly it will max out at 14 inches of mercury, (vacuum as presented to the vacuum advance unit = 11 degrees advance) The centrifugal advance will max out at 1300 distributor RPM (10 degrees advance). These figures are for the distributor listed by Merle. Advance curves can be plotted for both the centrifugal and vacuum advance. If you have the number of your distributor,it's possible they may be available. ?
  3. You should be reading the addition of the vacuum advance,( vacuum advance working correctly ), plus the automatic advance at a steady engine RPM. In Merle's figures this would equal 21 deg. advance total at 2600 engine RPM for the Auto-Lite IAP-4101-1.
  4. Excuse me for mentioning, Keep in mind the 1300 distributor RPM in Merle's figures represents engine RPM at 2600 RPM.
  5. Schrader marketed a kit. It came in a metal box - "Schrader" Spark Plug Tire Pump ... I have a kit called "Enginair" My daughter, who has a knack for finding stuff, gave me this as a gift several years ago. ?
  6. I watched a 15 minute video on You tube this morning. I found it quite interesting,labour intensive manufacturing back in the day. It was titled... Building a bicycle in 1945 "How a bicycle is made"
  7. This is a picture of a (vintage) Carter head bolt heater...
  8. Possibly another block heater,hard to tell from the photo. It does on occasion get very cold here in the winter and an oil pan heater is required as well.?
  9. Hey Keith, Thank you for the update. A very nice "survivor" vehicle. Looking forward to more photos when you get the chance. At first glance - doesn't appear to be too much wrong that can't be easily corrected.?
  10. A great light bike, I also own one... Good for around town - doesn't disturb the neighbours when I fire it up. ?
  11. Reading this thread,I feel rather sad that what you had as a vision for your truck when you purchased it has turned sour. As with many members on this forum, I've been into old cars for many years - seen a lot, have some experience - years ago, I personally paid a " learning tax" cost me $150.
  12. With the old vehicles, ( the wiring, battery,generator and regulator in good shape),upon parking the vehicle and not planning on using it for a while - take a minute and disconnect the battery ground.?
  13. DOT-5 is silicone based brake fluid, DOT-5.1 is glycol ether based brake fluid...Dot-5 is not compatible
  14. A backdrop of a railroad or railroad crossing.
  15. "Live Long And Prosper"
  16. Doctor, I’ve heard that cardiovascular exercise can prolong life. Is this true? A: Heart only good for so many beats, and that it… Don’t waste on exercise. Everything wear out eventually. Speeding up heart not make you live longer; it like saying you extend life of car by driving faster. Want to live longer? Take nap. Q: Should I reduce my alcohol intake? A: Oh no. Wine made from fruit. Fruit very good. Brandy distilled wine, that mean they take water out of fruity bit so you get even more of goodness that way. Beer also made of grain. Grain good too. Bottom up! Q: How can I calculate my body/fat ratio? A: Well, if you have body and you have fat, your ratio one to one. If you have two body, your ratio two to one. Q: What are some of the advantages of participating in a regular exercise program? A: Can’t think of one, sorry. My philosophy: No pain…good! Q: Aren’t fried foods bad for you? A: YOU NOT LISTENING! Food fried in vegetable oil. How getting more vegetable be bad? Q : Will sit-ups help prevent me from getting a little soft around the middle? A: Oh no! When you exercise muscle, it get bigger. You should only be doing sit-up if you want bigger stomach. Q: Is chocolate bad for me? A: You crazy?!? HEL-LO-O!! Cocoa bean! Another vegetable! It best feel-good food around! Q: Is swimming good for your figure? A: If swimming good for figure, explain whale to me. Q: Is getting in shape important for my lifestyle? A: Hey! ‘Round’ is shape! Well… I hope this has cleared up any misconceptions you may have had about food and diets. And remember: Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways – Chardonnay in one hand – chocolate in the other – body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming “WOO-HOO, what a ride!!” lol
  17. Years ago,(now many years ago, in my youth) I was complaining about the quality of something I had bought - the fellow who was listening to my complaint simply said,"when you buy junk, make sure you pay junk prices." I've remembered his words to this day. ?
  18. Sitting here this afternoon with the air conditioner straining to keep the temperature at a comfortable level here at home, I came up with another reason to keep the old Dodge 2 Ton farm truck....If this trend is to continue in the coming years,the truck just may come in handy to load up our stuff and head for cooler climes... ?
  19. My 1936 DeSoto was originally equipped with the automatic choke. It was replaced long ago with a manual choke. Truthfully, I've never given it much thought until reading this thread. The manual choke works fine. The modification while not hidden is actually rather inconspicuous - a small knob fitted on a custom bracket is located conveniently under the front of the dash. While It is apparent I won't find one on ebay, If I come across a Sisson choke for a reasonable price at a swap meet I might buy it, but it's not high on my priority list. My 1937 Chrysler does have the Sisson choke and it works just fine. ?
  20. BTW, Sorry to learn Randy Rundle passed away this year. RIP...
  21. Very good information and worth reading for those who are interested in the R10 and R11 Borg Warner overdrive. Thank you for posting the link.
  22. I see no reason to continue insuring a vehicle that a person no longer owns.I wouldn't recommend selling a vehicle for cash and a hand shake without paperwork. The seller of a vehicle should retain a copy of a dated bill of sale with the ID and signature of the buyer. If something happens after the sale with the vehicle involved and there is a knock at the door, it helps to be able produce a record of the transaction....?
  23. When I've sold a vehicle privately, I've retained my copy of the bill of sale...The bill of sale, containing date, a full description of the vehicle, basically including the serial number,mileage,full price, accepted without warranty, (the new owner having inspected and accepted the condition of the vehicle at the time of the sale),signed by both the seller and purchaser along with both the seller's and buyer's drivers licence ID numbers.... The vehicle is still registered in the seller's name until the new owner completes the registration of the vehicle in their name with DMV.
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