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The Kirby had an attachment for Ball jars. I remember my Mom using my “special” 2 quart ball jar when she painted the barn. The jar was only...
Putting TKX in my 40 Ford...
My Mom painted one of our barns with a Kirby--this was 45 years ago.
Looks like a 409 truck block.
I was able to do it on my 40 with SBC. It had multiple leaks from the oil pan, timing cover and timing cover seal. I pulled the radiator,...
I like this guy...even have the t-shirt.
I'd try them for that price. Wish I could find a set of 1/2" for my Pfaff.
Try it.
[ I use a zipper foot.
One of the reasons I bought a machine...
Thank you!
This guy at Carter Auto Restyling has some great content on fixing metal.
Thanks for the update.
I got my vacuum wiper motor working. I am missing the rod that connects the switch to the motor- anyone have a photo of what that looks like?...
I made some panels to go under the package tray on my 40 Ford.[ATTACH]
Sweet! My oldest kid lives in Spokane. I'll keep my eyes open for that coupe when I visit..
I started fitting the trunk floor. Front piece ready to tack. Working on the mid section now. I never get as much done on the weekend as I...
[ATTACH] I cut out the old trunk floor.
I removed the fuel tank. After I removed that PITA, I started cleaning up a margin around the trunk floor. I'm going to put in a new floor. The...
Today I removed the seats and interior to catalog any repairs needed.
Those look sweet!
Today I swapped stall positions in garage with my daughter's OT bracket car and put the 40 on the lift so I could have good look and add to my...
Today after work I sat in the garage and thought of some things that will make driving more enjoyable. Foremost, brighter headlights came to mind.
I fixed the stop light circuit.[ATTACH]
Thank you.
Yes, near Portland.
Photo as requested. [ATTACH][ATTACH]
Joined the board a few days ago. I've visited quite a few times over the years. I have a 40 Ford Deluxe Coupe.
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