Re: Advice from those in the know on 1949 Super 8 Coupe
Posted by Max On 2022/7/1 14:48:49
Hello All
First, I would like to thank each and everyone of you that have been providing info, feedback, help and stories. It is very much appreciated.
Got a picture of the engine block with serial number today. I am curious of two things.
A - how do I know if this engine is the original to the car? Is there a database that Paris the engines with the car VIN? Or is this on the vehicles data plate which stupidly I forgot to get a picture of but will request it.
It was mention that the engine air filter canister is the incorrect one and that it shoddily be horizontal. After plugging in the engine # on this site I get a picture with the air filter canister style that appears to match the upright one currently on this car. PLease see picture below.
For the blue wires on the front to the left of the radiator, I still do not know what those are but also have not yet asked the owner.
As for the “cracks” on the front driver fender. I am not seeing it. Will look again. Are you referring to the top fender area to the right of those blue wires? If so from what I gather, that is a reflection from the above tree branches and power/phone/cable line wires.
I see what you are all saying about the steering wheel. It is missing the chrome trim thus showing the black under area. I had though the contrast looked nice but would prefer to have it correct after ownership. Will search for the chrome trip parts and hopefully is can be added back onto the wheel.
I also see the crack mentioned and after some closer looking it does appear to have been painted to renew the wheel. The other parts are nice. I don’t mind the wheel having been painted to refresh the appearance as long as period correct and does not look sloppy. I have a curse for seeing imperfections in paint. I usually cannot own a car that has had one panel repainted, new or classic, I always see the variation in shade. It’s a curse not a gift.
I also noticed the black trim around the shift lever to be cracked, hope that can been replaced.
Happy 4th of July to all!
Thank you
Max
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First, I would like to thank each and everyone of you that have been providing info, feedback, help and stories. It is very much appreciated.
Got a picture of the engine block with serial number today. I am curious of two things.
A - how do I know if this engine is the original to the car? Is there a database that Paris the engines with the car VIN? Or is this on the vehicles data plate which stupidly I forgot to get a picture of but will request it.
It was mention that the engine air filter canister is the incorrect one and that it shoddily be horizontal. After plugging in the engine # on this site I get a picture with the air filter canister style that appears to match the upright one currently on this car. PLease see picture below.
For the blue wires on the front to the left of the radiator, I still do not know what those are but also have not yet asked the owner.
As for the “cracks” on the front driver fender. I am not seeing it. Will look again. Are you referring to the top fender area to the right of those blue wires? If so from what I gather, that is a reflection from the above tree branches and power/phone/cable line wires.
I see what you are all saying about the steering wheel. It is missing the chrome trim thus showing the black under area. I had though the contrast looked nice but would prefer to have it correct after ownership. Will search for the chrome trip parts and hopefully is can be added back onto the wheel.
I also see the crack mentioned and after some closer looking it does appear to have been painted to renew the wheel. The other parts are nice. I don’t mind the wheel having been painted to refresh the appearance as long as period correct and does not look sloppy. I have a curse for seeing imperfections in paint. I usually cannot own a car that has had one panel repainted, new or classic, I always see the variation in shade. It’s a curse not a gift.
I also noticed the black trim around the shift lever to be cracked, hope that can been replaced.
Happy 4th of July to all!
Thank you
Max
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