Hi from Oklahoma! *pics added*

[guy0783]

Hi everyone, I recently kind of fell into a deal to buy what I believe to be a 47 d24c.

It's been in the same family since 47but has been in a shed since the last owner passed away approx. 5 years ago. Supposedly only about 37000 original miles.

I haven't been able to get a good look at it yet other than thru a really dirty window, but I could see a trim piece on the rear fender and there is chrome around the windows.

I'll be buying it tomorrow, so I'm sure I can update this with some pics tomorrow evening.

I look forward to learning from and talking with you all. You appear to be a very knowledgeable and supportive group. Thanks!

Edited September 12, 2014 by guy0783

[1940plymouth]

Good luck, welcome aboard, will be looking for pictures

[ledfootslim]

Howdy neighbor! That was one of Dodge's prettiest years, in my opionion-

[Dan Hiebert]

That was one of Dodge's prettiest years, in my opionion-

I would agree, in my own humble, slightly biased, opinion.

 

Welcome to the forum, you will indeed find a lot of help, encouragement, ideas, entertainment, and yes - even opinions - on this site. 

[BobT-47P15]

Hello Guy.......welcome............what part of Oklahoma are you from?    I'm in Joplin, MO in the

corner of Mo...Oklahoma and Kansas.  Sounds like you've found a goodie.

[guy0783]

Im actually in Cushing Oklahoma. I can't figure out posting pics, but that's a malfunction on my end.

I got in to look at it today and it is in fact a fluid drive d24c. It has a couple dents on the passenger side where it looks like it was pulled into a garage and got too close but they aren't as bad as you would think. The paint looks like it should clean up pretty well. The interior needs attention, and the odometer shows 66k.

I know it was driven in the last 10 years, but the last tag on it was in 1998.

Mechanically I guess its kind of a shot in the dark. Is there a check down list, or what steps should I take to start verifying functionality of the different systems (fuel, motor, trans, brakes)

Thanks again for the help!

[deathbound]

Im actually in Cushing Oklahoma. I can't figure out posting pics, but that's a malfunction on my end.

I got in to look at it today and it is in fact a fluid drive d24c. It has a couple dents on the passenger side where it looks like it was pulled into a garage and got too close but they aren't as bad as you would think. The paint looks like it should clean up pretty well. The interior needs attention, and the odometer shows 66k.

I know it was driven in the last 10 years, but the last tag on it was in 1998.

Mechanically I guess its kind of a shot in the dark. Is there a check down list, or what steps should I take to start verifying functionality of the different systems (fuel, motor, trans, brakes)

Thanks again for the help!

 

After you type your response, click on the "more reply options" next to "post". From there, you will see an option to "attach files" (browse you computer or from an offsite pic hosting site). Good luck. There may be threads on this, you can try the search function.

 

**EDIT:Welcome.

Edited September 10, 2014 by deathbound

[BobT-47P15]

Regarding pictures.........I would suggest going to PhotoBucket online photo album.   

You will have to read what they say.......but I think they give you a free album of up to

so much space.   Then, after the number of pictures exceed that storage, they charge

about $75 a year or so.

 

You can opt to resize automatically any pictures you place into the album, then they

have a feature where you just copy the picture U R L and paste it into a photo box on

this forum.  

 

I suppose the best way to see if the motor is not stuck up is to loosen the fan belt and see

if you can turn the fan by hand.  IF not stuck, you can follow up by putting in new plugs, points,

rotor, distributor cap, battery.  The car should be (if not messed with by previous owner) six

volts, positive ground.    I would check the oil to see how clean or dirty it appears.  Also, does it

need any coolant added?   The brake master cylinder is under the driver's floor with a little

trap door in the floor to open and get to the cylinder.  Thereby you can see if there is brake

fluid........

 

I think there is a way and place to check trans fluid level.....but the Dodge guys will have to tell

you that.     "Fluid Drive" is simply a fluid coupling or clutch between engine and transmission.  

It's pretty mushy on the take off, but is basically your normal 3 speed manual transmission.

 

Not sure if all this info is exactly correct as I own a Plymouth.....not a Dodge.....and am not the

world's greatest mechanic.  

 

But ultimately, with cleaning up and getting it running, you can have a lot of fun with that old Dodge.  

 

Around here in southwest Missouri when I take my Plymouth to a show or cruise-in, I'm usually the only

old MoPar vehicle there.  So it gets plenty of attention.   Good luck and have fun.

 

OK Dodge people..........now you can give him the right info.................  

[Don Coatney]

 

 

I suppose the best way to see if the motor is not stuck up is to loosen the fan belt and see

if you can turn the fan by hand. .................  

Turning the fan only shows that the water pump is not stuck.

[Eneto-55]

Welcome from a misplaced Okie.  I grew up north of Tulsa (between Collinsville & Owasso), where my folks still live.  My (younger) brother lives in Edmond, and is also (infrequently) on this forum.

Edited September 11, 2014 by Eneto-55

[guy0783]

Here goes nothing (trying to add pictures)

 

[Merle Coggins]

I don't think this will cut it...

[guy0783]

 

 

That's what it looked like when I opened the doors up.

 

I charged the battery over night to no avail.  No surprise, it was bad.  It was from 1998, same time it was last tagged.

 

Pulled plugs, put some Marvel in the cylinders and let it set overnight.  

 

New battery, clean plugs today.  I pulled the fuel line from the carb, poured a little fuel in, jumped the ignition switch since I don't have a key yet and hit the button.......It turned over fine, but no sign of ignition.  I didn't have anyone to help me check spark at the plugs.

 

That's where I'm at after today.

[48ply1stcar]

WOW!

[steveplym]

Pretty well preserved old car. Keep at it, she'll come back to life soon.

[BobT-47P15]

"Turning the fan only shows that the water pump is not stuck."

 

True Don..........the bottom pulley should be turned rather than the fan........

[BobT-47P15]

I see the remains of seat covers on the rear seat.........they probably helped preserve the original

upholstery.   That steering wheel is excellent looking.   I think it's a winner.

[deathbound]

Is that "period correct" window tint? All the chrome/stainless looks to be in great condition, as does the interior.

[BobT-47P15]

I don't think this will cut it...

I think he's gonna need something more like this............

 

[Dan Hiebert]

THAT is what old car guys live for!  Finding something in that condition, layers of dust with a hint of glossy paint suggesting the possibilities...  Good stuff.  And it turns over, too!  That's probably half the battle. 

 

Fluid Drive is indeed simply a fluid coupling between the clutch and transmission.  Basically just a big torque converter.  Only difference in the tranny is a longer input shaft to accommodate the fluid drive unit, otherwise its just a three speed manual.  Nice and smooth, and you can cruise around in high gear without using the clutch, but you won't win any races.

 

If there is no puddle (or remains of a puddle) under the car where the FD was, then it probably kept its fluid.  Otherwise you check it through an access plate on the passenger side of the transmission hump (under the carpet, of course).  The filler plug has to be where the access hole is, you can simply bump the starter to get it there.  Remove the filler plug, and the fluid should be up to the bottom of the hole.  That's all there is to it.  Just what to put in it if its low is another story, you'll find plenty of discussion regarding that on this forum to help make up your mind.  (Technical archives will help, too.)  Everything from Type F automatic transmission fluid to 10W Oil, whatever it is needs to have anti-foaming properties.  I drained and refilled mine with Type F fluid about 8 years ago.  Works great, and it has additives that swell seals, so mine doesn't leak as much anymore. 

[pflaming]

Nothing preserves a car like Oklahoma air and Nebraska dust. Looking to see that when you give it a good wash. Wow on that dash, magnificent. Just be very sure those rear doors are CLOSED when you take passengers. Some parents back when removed the door handles so the kids could not accidentally open the door and get slung out on to the road, which is why they were called suicide doors.

[martybose]

Nothing preserves a car like Oklahoma air and Nebraska dust. Looking to see that when you give it a good wash. Wow on that dash, magnificent. Just be very sure those rear doors are CLOSED when you take passengers. Some parents back when removed the door handles so the kids could not accidentally open the door and get slung out on to the road, which is why they were called suicide doors.

The left rear door already shows signs of being thrown open or blown open and bending the sheetmetal.

 

Marty

[Lloyd]

Its a great looking car. It would be great to be walking the back 40 on some farm open the shed door and see that sitting there. Looks to be in real good shape.

Congrats on your find!

[soth122003]

When I first saw your pics, I was like, HOT DAMN!! What a lucky S.O.B. Then I saw the interior pics. Envy was a very strong emotion. Seriously though, Nice find and since it turns over you should have it running in a couple of days.

 

Good luck and welcome to the forums.

 

Joe

[Eneto-55]

If the words "barn find" were reserved for cars like this, then they would mean something.  Just WOW!