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I use Britten's Brass Works in Michigan and Metzler Brass in Indiana. Both these small shops doi excellent work. They could advise you on the spinning, but that is a pricy option, as a pattern must be made.

Phil Jamison

The Brunswick tire factory in operation:

https://youtu.be/YZISUfi-6Ik




Phil

Stutzman's Wheel Shop in Baltic, Ohio are my favorite. High quality, reasonable prices, fast service.

Phil Jamison

Gary's articles were my favorite part of the Gazette. His photos and descriptions were clear and interesting. Will someone step forward to take over where he left off?

Phil Jamison

A nice video of restoring a 1906 Spyker (thanks to Dandy Dave). In Dutch, but very nicely documented.



Phil

I've tried etching brass plaques found in old cars, and the results were pretty good. Here is a nice description of one method from the AACA Forum: http://forums.aaca.org/topic/268427-the-active-brass-car-forum/?p=1452862 I found a friend who helped make the graphics for my plaques (which I used on ...

A tip for painting wood wheels: When spraying with acrylic enamel, omit the hardener. This makes the paint more flexible as the wood shrinks and expands with humidity. With the additive, the paint is more resistant to wear on metal, but it tends to crack on wood parts. Always use a rotisserie when s...

Turn signals can aid in modern traffic. Here is a kit designed for bikers, but will also work for cars. I got one this week and tested it in the house. The sending unit operated the signals from across the room. It has "left", "right" and "hazard" flashers. You turn it on with a button behind the li...

Doesn't it have a head gasket?

One product you occasionally see in Brass-Era cars is "vulcanized fiber." It was used as an electrical and heat insulator, and even as a stiffener in door panels. My '13 Metz used it for a guide block to direct the spark plug wires above the engine to the magneto. Its heat resistance is a plus there...

Nice car and nice photos. Can you post a picture of the engine?

Phil Jamison

Sounds like you need to talk to the rebuilder who did your starter motor. Remember, a weak battery will cause poor starting. Assuming your battery is good, it sounds like a connection inside the starter motor is bad. Here is a diagnostic video: https://youtu.be/UnmnWuuLfzE You might bring your start...

Water-thin epoxy can be a useful restoration tool, especially with punky non-structural wood pieces and as a waterproof wood sealer. It can be purchased from boating supply houses, but you can make your own if you need a little. Just mix regular batch of epoxy (the type that's the thickness of Karo ...

For future reference, never pay for anything with Western Union or Moneygram. It is just like sending cash. There is no hope of a refund and no recourse in case of fraud. Here is a relevant article from The Examiner: http://www.examiner.com/article/western-union-and-moneygram-are-scammers-favorite-t...

https://youtu.be/MoSmi0vTwZ4

You may wish to drill through the center of a bolt or rod (to install a cotter pin, for example). There are specialized tools for this purpose, but a trick is to lay a straight piece of metal (like a 6" machinist rule) atop the rod (which you have secured in the drill press). Lower the bit until it ...

2123872 comes up as a self-lubricating bearing: https://www.google.com/patents/US2123872?dq=2123872&hl=en&sa=X&ei=0ABiVdWTE4PAggSUsoDYBQ&ved=0CCQQ6AEwAQ 1936894 is a "Heat-Responsive Self-Lubricating bearing": https://www.google.com/patents/US1936894?dq=1936894&hl=en&sa=X&ei=UgFiVaiFHcOHNtirgugO&ved...

U.S. patent numbers can be researched on the internet. List them here and we can find what that thing is.

Phil

I read another interesting fact about this tour: The Ford Model K had a ring and pinion failure in the differential, and British Ford machined a new set overnight so the the car could continue.

Phil

The lamps with handles were used on earlier cars like the 1905 Maxwell. You could lift them off to check your engine, etc. in the dark. They are worth more in pairs, as there are so many different designs. An unrestored single brass side lamp in good basic condition might sell for around $125. Phil ...