Re: Dan's 55 Patrician

Posted by Dan A On 2012/9/10 12:45:47

The Patrician has been upgraded from side yard status to garage! I killed 2 black widow spiders with a through fogging after the move so hopefully no more will emerge once I get started.

Here are some more pictures of the car. If you recall from previous posts this 55 patrician has 56 fenders on it (eyebrow lights) and was one of the last produced in 1955. No additional info has been uncovered on if it was done factory/dealer/past restoration. One picture is with me and my twin boys, please disregard the Ford shirt. :)

I am proceeding with gathering the needed materials to wake up the car from a 10 year plus hibernation. Below is the list. Let me know how you would fill in the blanks and that would be helpful.
1. Done - Mystery Oil
2. Done - Fan Belts
3. Done - Oil Filter - Napa Gold Filter - FIL1006
4. Sturdy jack and Jack stands -
5. Fire Extinguisher
6. Fuel Filter - Napa - FIL3002 or 3032
7. Spark Plugs - Champion 14
8. 12v Battery - need one that will fit and not too expensive
9. Motor Oil - 30weight - seems like a lot of discussion on this here on forums, not sure how to go.
10. Oil pan Gasket
11. Spark Plug wires - kanter?
12. Air Filter - Where do I get an oil bath filter for my batwing case? Or do I clean the one I have? And how?

The car needs lots of under car work, sanding off the grim and repainting. I'm not sure where exactly to start but I figure get the engine running, then go from there.

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