JerseyHarold

Sorry I didn't make it. We almost got to Rhinebeck this year...we had a motel reservation and everything. Yesterday my wife woke up with a bad sinus infection so it was doctor visit/antibiotic/stay at home. She is really kicking herself for getting sick because she enjoys that show quite a bit. She was feeling better today so I went to the Englishtown show myself (we only live about seven miles from it). The swap meet had lots of motorcycle, muscle car, and general merchandise. Rhinebeck is a much better venue for older cars. There was only one flathead-powered Mopar that I saw, a 'complete but beat' 2nd series '49 Chrysler Saratoga with a sign that read '1948--$1500'. My only find was a nearly mint '51-2 Plymouth wheelcover for $3.00. The seller didn't have a clue as to what it was. Oh well, maybe next year.

There is a museum in South Dakota that has a double-headed '51 Plymouth on dsplay. The Highway Patrol ruled it off the road because it was too much of a distraction.

Bob, Good to hear that you're moving back. That's a good looking house. My wife and I want a ranch for our next place. How many square feet is yours?

FWIW, years ago I passed on several '51-'52 Plymouth promo cars because they were 'too expensive'. Today, they're a LOT more expensive and I don't see myself ever getting one. So, if you can talk them down somewhat on the price and you can swing it without sacrficing essentials, I say go for it.

I got lucky yesterday and found the original American version of the Chinese knockoff they're selling nowadays at a local garage sale. Used but usable, only $15.00!

Those things are getting very popular here in NJ. Many towns and cities use them. It makes more holes to fill after the squad car gets auctioned off........

When there is no glass, the interior and floors get destroyed by rain. I'd pass on it.

I got the same replies when I advertised a car on Craigslist a couple of months ago. The reasons that they asked you to get an insurance quote were absurd. One email stated that the writer was at work and didn't have computer access, so could I please get them a quote. DUH! How could they respond to my ad without computer access?

I've got a top-post battery that works fine except for electrolyte coming out around the perimeter of the positive terminal. Is there anything I can use to seal it? Any ideas appreciated. Thanks! Harold

It looks like the original color was Wedgewood Blue (that's what they called it in the US). Are you going back to stock or taking the car in another direction?

My kids (18 and 20) are anxious to learn to drive a stickshift. I'm on the lookout for any dirt-cheap stick vehicle I can find.

Today is a beautiful day for a wedding. Congrats to the bride and groom!

One trick painters use is to lift the outside edge of the gasket and then prop it up with string wedged underneath. It allows you to mask the rubber completely and get good paint coverage at the same time.

I was thinking the same thing. It looks like the front fenders would be unique to a Canadian Dodge. A Plymouth front valence might be hiding under the Dodge trim.

Chris, Your trip was a tribute to good planning and Chryler engineering. I'm glad it was a success. I don't know if it's been discussed previously, but what is the history of your Dodge and how long have you had it?

I say go for it, but make sure your title paperwork is in order before spending your first dollar on the project.

With both kids in school (and no AP exams to worry about...they always seemed to be the Monday after Rhinebeck) my wife and I are planning to attend. In the past, we've come up late Saturday, stayed in a motel, and then arrived to the show at about 10:00 AM Sunday. We've done the round-trip and show in one day also, but as time marches on the motel makes more sense. Will the Plymouth tribute be only one day or last for the whole event?

Yes, folks, both the car and I actually do exist. My wife took this picture today. We've been doing spring cleaning in the garage and now you can walk almost entirely around the car (big improvement!). One of these days, it will be chugging down the road again.

I have a 2005 Caravan also. What did you use to pull it and where did you attach it?

Terrific news! Keep on slugging!

The Belvedere may have the same reinforced frame as the convertibles which is different than the sedan. You may want to double-check this before doing a swap.

If your friend had a title, maybe he can apply for a replacement and then sign it over to you. Otherwise, I'd go to your local DMV and speak to a manager in person and see what they advise you to do.

I can't believe it's March already. FWIW, my late father bought his new 1952 Plymouth Cambridge 60 years ago today.

I don't think there is any official mileage tracking, but, like many other laws, it's on the books 'just in case' the authorities decide to use it against you. I would talk to my insurance company before taking a long trip to get their position on coverage.

I knew someone who lived in NYC and kept 3-4 old beaters with historical registrations. He used them as everyday cars on a rotating basis to keep mileages low. In the long run, it was less expensive doing that than registering and insuring one modern car.