Mark D

Sounds like the gas in the bowl is not present. Suggest that you check your fuel delivery lines. From the tank all the way to the Carburator. My first series P 15 1949 was always hard to start until I discovered that the fuel line which travels along the frame rail had very many microscopic holes a long the side that was held up against the frame. After I replaced this, the car could sit for several weeks at a time and only required normal choke to start. I was also able to remove the electric fuel pump which I had installed prior.

Here's one guys story of restoring one of these tables. https://sites.google.com/site/philcoa801chairside/

Many of these were built into armchair side tables. Seen at least two on Craigslist and eBay.

You can also try Brillman.com for wire by the foot.

My convertible front end was encapsulated the same way. Had to clean the brake plates and king pin knuckles all by hand with a putty knife. It was remarkable how much dirt grease oil and sand came off the car. I still need to attack the rest of the front suspension and steering components. A friend of mine has a high pressure hot water washer, and I’m tempted to raise the front of the car and go after it.

There are resources available. This guy posted a short series on youtube which can ground you in the process of the rebuild; And there is an four part Auto Restorers Magazine article that I posted which describes the Flathead 6 teardown and rebuild located here -> And there is also an illustrated 218 teardown page located on this site here -> https://p15-d24.com/page/p15d24/tech/218_teardown.html/ Good luck with your project!

hey guys sorry to hijack this thread, I have a quick question about what fluid to use in the fluid drive coupling. I’ve got a 1952 Chrysler Windsor in the shop at the moment and I can’t find anything online after scrubbing the Internet for a few hours.Appreciate the help.

Run another ground wire from the Electric motor mounts to the chassis.

And maybe someone can tell me why my stop light blinks with the right turn signal?

looks good Bob! Gotta ask where did you find the P15 Convertible model?

Quick update and thanks to the folks that responded. After sending a letter off to George Asche last week with some photos of the part I was after, he called me and we had a nice half hour conversation about the part in question. George explained that this spring is really rare now and he confirmed that the were introduced the later years of the OD production line. George also gave me some advice about the reassembly and some knowledge I did not have about "fast second gears". We talked some more about my convertible and my plans for installing dual intake and exhaust. Long story short, I'll be making the 7-1/2 hour drive soon to speak with him some more and to bring the transmission to get some Asche magic done to it. Will also drop off the carter carbs I've collected for him to build me a matched set. Looking forward to my first visit with George after several years of telephone conversations.

Thanks for that! No wonder it’s not in the illustration. I’ll see if I can hunt down that bulletin.

And there she is ready to be cleaned, while we wait for the new bearings to show up.

Spent the weekend breaking down the OD I bought from Paul Flaming a couple years back, refreshing bearing and gaskets. This is the second R10G that I’ve done and I’m hoping one of you might recognize the part in the accompanying photo. (Reminiscing on the cheering and advice I had from Don Coatney as I made progress). The part appears to be a brass spring bushing, and two or the spring tabs seem to be broken off. I can’t find this part in either of the R10G or standard trans parts diagrams that I have. It came from inside the front of the synchronize after I had removed the input shaft. Next step is to send a picture to George Asche to see if he might know, or have a spare.

Thanks Dave, we’ve got our eyes on that as potential stop enroute. I’ll be calling them this coming week to talk with them. We are looking for a nice roadside style seafood restaurant in the area between Newport and Fall River, I’d you have any suggestions we’d love to hear them. cheers - Mark

Great to hear this! Please send me your email address and I will send you a registration form and keep you updated with the progress of our plans. - Mark

That’s a great idea!

Please share this to your fellow enthusiasts!

Greg G and I would be thrilled if you would download This advert and share this with your best friend and chums. Registration form following shortly!

Loren I have one on my stock that I did not use. I’ll find it and send you a photo. If you’re interested we can put a good deal in play. mark

Bought several from Mike for cars I've exported, they are good quality and nearly exact copies of the original.