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Re: Stabilizer for clutch chatter
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Does the piece you found come in any other thread sizes? The 3/8 coarse is easy but no 7/16 fine. Other sizes are available but 7/16 seems to be not that common. If it came in say 1/2 coarse then maybe shorten the shaft and something like this could be used.

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Posted on: 2010/4/19 22:41
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Re: Monroe Power Steering unit
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From old Motors and Chilton manuals

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Posted on: 2010/4/19 21:22
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Re: Stabilizer for clutch chatter
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Since there have been several versions of this piece, wonder whether the configuration has to be exactly like the latest with the rubber encapsulated ball ends or if a more solid end would have enough flexibility or perhaps with the vertical attachment shafts encased in a urethane bushing would work.

Since so many seem to be looking for one and they appear to be rather scarce repro or otherwise, wondering if something more modern could be worked up either as a repair or complete assy.

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Posted on: 2010/4/19 21:04
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Re: Bakelite question
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I don't know what it is either anymore but if ABS, then nothing like todays. This piece has no flex and a kind of a hard sharp sound when struck and as mentioned, very brittle and cracks easily.

Whatever it is, I think it might have been at least partially or completely injection molded back then because of the complexity and thin sections. To pour in a mold like I'm doing, has to be done in parts, let cure a bit and turned several ways to get filling. Doubt they would have taken the time to do that in mass production--but lots I don't know about processes so anything including machining is possible. I'll plug away at it.

Posted on: 2010/4/19 15:15
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Re: someone please remove this temptation from me....
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John, Good advice. Stay out of debt if at all possible but please explain the meaing of the term "viscous cycle". Does it have something to do with resistance of the flow of money from your pocket into the hands of the tax man etc.


Can't speak for JW but it has been my experience what when the tax man is concerned, resistance is futile. My downfall is usually some well designed web site featuring something in the tool dept I can't live without, a flashing beacon that says "buy me" and a severe case of "better buy it now because when I retire, can't afford it" -itis.

Posted on: 2010/4/19 12:29
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Re: Bakelite question
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Thanks everyone for the info but now you have me wondering if the piece is bakelite since a couple of you mentioned old technology. It is the air conditioning vent on the dash of 55-6s. It is black, somewhat brittle and always assumed since it is fairly heavy, not flexible and appears somewhat grainy & rough in a broken area to be bakelite. If not bakelite and anyone has another suggestion would sure appreciate hearing it.

Want to remove the paint from around script & the sharp crease where the finger pull is. The original mold I made some years ago is just too thin, a little indistinct in detail and, I didn't section it correctly for easy removal of finished piece so am starting another.

Posted on: 2010/4/19 12:22
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Bakelite question
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I would like to remove several layers of paint from a piece made of bakelite as safely as possible in order to make a mold casting. Requires getting into the small crevices to bring back the detail and particularly concerned about distorting the piece.

Is there a solvent that will do the job safely with brushing or wiping or even soaking without risk of damage to the structure. At a quick try of wiping, acetone works but want to make sure no underlying damage since some places will be difficult and will take lots of effort. I know from past experience on other less complicated pieces that whatever is in regular brush on stripper paste is not the answer as that softens.

Posted on: 2010/4/19 10:52
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Re: Factory AC Condenser
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The bracket height on OEM are at maximum and core is close. Anything new approaching the max core size would take some careful measurements and maybe a bit of extra bracket support work and their kit. The grill supports would have to go on top of brackets but think it doable--also the taper since the condenser not as tall. As mentioned, Classic has quite an assortment--here are the ones closest to OEM type. What would need to be determined is if the overall size given is including brackets or just the core.

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Posted on: 2010/4/18 21:38
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Re: Factory AC Condenser
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Not too sure the depth is as important now because modern condensers are much more efficient. Classic and NAP have something close-- 16h x 25w x 1 1/4d. Classic also has a 27w. Flanges might work but connections might be an issue on that one and require horn to move. The hoses are for my transmission cooler.

Posted on: 2010/4/18 21:17
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Re: Factory AC Condenser
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Sight glass is easily seen. Located on the inner fender just above the ventilation tube and between the battery tray and the rear edge. In the general area under the pushbutton relays or side of washer jar if no relays. Nothing on condenser in way of epoxy--maybe just bent or camera angle.

Posted on: 2010/4/18 20:59
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