Re: Ken's 1937 115C Touring Sedan

Posted by Ken_P On 2015/2/2 22:23:39

Got the right valve guides, a little dry ice, and they slid right in. So, I think 5-ish months after starting my "simple" ring and valve job, the block, crank, and flywheel are at the machine shop. Re-assembly to start in a few weeks, or when I can feel my fingers in the garage, whichever comes later. Based on the 16" of snow we got today, I suspect it may be the latter!

Any preferences out there on assembly lube when putting bearings in? I was planning on using Permatex Ultra Slick, because I've never had bad luck with one of their products, but I thought I would ask.

I also got my gas tank back today after having it Renu-ed. Wow! Looks incredible, and has a lifetime warranty. I dropped off my radiator to be boiled out. The shop is very experienced with antique radiators, and I told them about 37 times not to pressurize, so we'll see how it goes. They did do a great job on my gas tank. North Country Radiator in Queensbury, NY, if anyone in upstate New York is looking for radiator work.

EDIT: I went back and looked at the archives, and it has only been a little over 4 months since I dove into this project. Definitely looking forward to warmer weather though!