kenbiello Posted February 25, 2014 Report Posted February 25, 2014 (edited) Hello all, Ken here, brand new member to your group. Not new to Mopar, but BRAND new to the Windsor universe. Could use some help in the areas of restoration, parts, "what-to-do, what-not-to-do", etc...... I'm basically an "original" kind of guy, so as close to stock as possible is my preferred method. Nothing against modernizing, I just like the cars the way they came. Anyway, if anyone can tell me more about them, I'd appreciate it. Please see attached photos. Car needs a complete interior. New paint, re-chrome most trim, etc. Runs, drives. thanks! ken Edited February 25, 2014 by kenbiello 1 Quote
Plymouthy Adams Posted February 25, 2014 Report Posted February 25, 2014 welcome...sounds like you have a good idea of what you want already.... Quote
kenbiello Posted February 25, 2014 Author Report Posted February 25, 2014 Thanks! Just picked it up this past weekend. Learning a lot in the last two days. I have a lot to do. Forum will not allow pics larger than 1MB, of course, all but what I have posted came from my cell phone camera, and are larger. LOL Do you have a Windsor? Quote
Plymouthy Adams Posted February 25, 2014 Report Posted February 25, 2014 no Windsor...a few other models of the same era though of Mopar make....use MS Paint and or other resizing software for your pictures.. Quote
Lumpy Posted February 25, 2014 Report Posted February 25, 2014 The pic of your engine came out great. Looks like you hav a lot of clean-up and painting to do, which I always find to be satisfying work. I didn't see what year Windsor you have. I have a 1948 D24 two door sedan, "Lumpy Lou". I'm kind of an original guy, but I like some cosmetic-minor-mods. I guess I try to stick with what would be easy for the next owner to change back to stock, after I'm gone. (won't ever sell Lumpy, she'll go to the kid when I croak. !!) So I have chrome wheels, and dual carbs, things like that...but I would never swap the engine out for a V8, which is a pretty permanent modification. Good luck and have fun. ken. Quote
kenbiello Posted February 25, 2014 Author Report Posted February 25, 2014 It's a 1949 Windsor Highlander. Needs complete interior. From what I can tell, it's got nearly all of the options you could get in 1949? Chrome Wind Wing Vents, Chrome Grille Guard, "Highlander" Scotch Plaid Upholstery (all missing) Radio, Heater, Weather-Proof Ignition, Underhood Light, Windshield Washer, Antennas, Fuel tank locking caps, License trim frame, Mirrors and Spare Tire Valve Extension Car has 20, 578 ORIGINAL miles. See the pics I just recently attached at the beginning of this thread. Quote
Don Coatney Posted February 25, 2014 Report Posted February 25, 2014 Your engine also has the optional full flow oil filter. I see a plastic filter attached to a rubber line behind the carburetor. I assume this is a fuel filter but the plumbing is strange. The fuel pump is located near the lower radiator hose but the rubber line heads towards the drivers side of the car??? I see you also have the ever wet spark plug covers Quote
kenbiello Posted February 25, 2014 Author Report Posted February 25, 2014 (edited) Don, Thanks! I am picking up a lot so far. Car runs great. Needs all belts, hoses, etc. Brakes are shot. So I'm in for some warm weather work soon! Any thoughts on the interior? Headliner, door panels, carpet, seats, etc.... where to source? thank you! anyone have opinions on this electric, locking gas cap? if you lost the keys, you're screwed, right? ken Edited February 25, 2014 by kenbiello Quote
Plymouthy Adams Posted February 26, 2014 Report Posted February 26, 2014 mopar's electric gas cap lock is activated from a switch usually on the lower dash panel left of the steering wheel....loose the keys..no problem..just hot wire to the other pole of the switch.. Quote
Don Coatney Posted February 26, 2014 Report Posted February 26, 2014 And if the device is shorted wait for the boom. Quote
Plymouthy Adams Posted February 26, 2014 Report Posted February 26, 2014 in that scenario Don..it would go boom with the key also....lol Quote
BobT-47P15 Posted February 26, 2014 Report Posted February 26, 2014 (edited) I think the Highlander model had some plaid on the interior......at least on the door panels, and not sure about the seats. See if you can find on the internet pictures and/or sales material for the Highlander. Here's some found on the net............click on the links to view. https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSZNP8GTefUyeAbrCztziJD8tKZ2k18GcwIotWLXwEwEfc3EYtV https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTCF8Qy80Fp7ImxPuZd6qc4tyRDE_zCuiCFpr0-RGbuA9YoiduEsQ https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSgcc-l3p-E7Pp2wTFfp8uAe49CDPGpIVHRoZ_C5I83eAh8BD8WVw https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQoLVhl_TaxJ94EcdiZ_b7aIrjEJXNhtMjXd2wpIlv7BJfGz5jPtQ Edited February 26, 2014 by BobT-47P15 Quote
kenbiello Posted February 26, 2014 Author Report Posted February 26, 2014 I can see a wire at the top of the cap. a portion of it bare. it looks like this might have been a selling feature (cannot imagine gasoline theft being a huge problem in 1949) anyway, it looks like a pain in the a** at the moment. I cannot get it open, and have been running a wire to the coil with a canister under the hood to supply gas. I'm sure the entire car will need the electrical system renovated. nonetheless......it's a really cool looking car. I've owned 50's thru 2006 mopars.......this is my first 40's, and second 6 volt vehicle. any opinions on keeping 6v versus making the change to 12v? I've read a lot about keeping good connections with the correct gauge wiring, so I'm interested in what you all have to add. thanks! Quote
kenbiello Posted February 26, 2014 Author Report Posted February 26, 2014 bobT thanks for the links! I understand the "Highlander" name for this now. lol not sure if i'll go with it again when I get to the interior. I have a lot of time to put a plan of attack in motion. also have a few questions regarding the shifting and proper method to engage the drivetrain, so if you can, please advise. thanks! ken Quote
Lumpy Posted February 26, 2014 Report Posted February 26, 2014 (edited) I'll just say that my car has always had the 6v, and I have no complaints. Have had the car for many years with no problems. The main "trick" is to have good heavy gauge, or the proper gauge wires and wiring, and a good healthy battery. That's a beautiful car, I'd certainly stick close to stock with that one. Looks like a little bit of work, but it's going to be well worth it, that will be a real gem. ken. Edited February 26, 2014 by Lumpy Quote
John Reddie Posted February 26, 2014 Report Posted February 26, 2014 Great car. Here is the one I had back in 1962. It cost $100.00 and I had it for 7 years. I wish I had kept it. I must say that your outside sunvisor is one style that I have never before seen. Good luck to you. John R 1 Quote
moose Posted February 26, 2014 Report Posted February 26, 2014 Hey Ken, where in MA are you? John Reddie and I are both near the south shore. Quote
kenbiello Posted February 26, 2014 Author Report Posted February 26, 2014 moose, john..... I'm in Swansea, ma........near somerset......you guys? Quote
moose Posted February 26, 2014 Report Posted February 26, 2014 I'm in Hanover, John's in Scituate, I think. Not too far, we should get together. You need any particular parts that I might have? Quote
kenbiello Posted February 26, 2014 Author Report Posted February 26, 2014 moose, i know i need to replace the interior. you have any plans today? Quote
moose Posted February 26, 2014 Report Posted February 26, 2014 I'm going to be around all day. I don't have any interior parts, mostly I have drivetrain stuff. You can PM me too. Quote
Lumpy Posted February 26, 2014 Report Posted February 26, 2014 I'm guessing that's an aftermarket visor on the car. I think I'd almost kill to find an original (style/type/stock) visor for Lumpy. I imagine they are a little bit pricey. ken. Quote
casper50 Posted February 26, 2014 Report Posted February 26, 2014 (edited) I got my fulton off of ebay for $300 Edited February 26, 2014 by casper50 Quote
Plymouthy Adams Posted February 26, 2014 Report Posted February 26, 2014 odds are that is a Peckat visor..not 100%...very clean looking compared to the them ugly Fulton dogbone mounts...kinda reminds you of a girl with curlers in her hair.. Quote
kenbiello Posted February 26, 2014 Author Report Posted February 26, 2014 could not tell you what it is. came with the car. i'll look around on it to see if there are any numbers/markings and get back to you. Quote
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