The fabric came in today. I was able to get the binding as well. Do you think the original binding was leather? In any case I bought vinyl. I am also going to use velcro to hold the material in place. If it gets damp as things do in Seattle, I can remove and dry. Thanks again for the pics. I use them a lot.

Called them today and they were very helpful. Check is in the mail and the connectors are on their way. I hope they cure my problem with the OD.

Wow thanks. It's been a long time since I pulled the carpet out of the interior but it looks exactly like what you have in the trunk. I assume it was always removable?

Was this an option or standard equipment? Was there a rubber product used instead of the carpet? I really like the trim, again just like on the interior carpet. Thank YOU very much!

I have been working on my 47 super custom clipper for more than 20 years and I am finally starting on the trunk. Does anyone have good pics or information on materials, fabric colors etc?

Thanks Dallas... I am going call them tomorrow. I have been chasing open circuits for 18 months....

Sounds like the Wade connectors are what I am looking for.

Thanks for all the help.

Is there a good supplier for the butt connectors used in 1947 clippers? They are on everything from dash board to tail lights?

Always a good idea on a long resting engine is to leave the plugs out and roll the engine over several times before trying to start. You are correct to worry about the tank, but if its not leaking your probably in better shape than you think. Tanks always rust from the bottom so they are simple to find the problem.

Have a great time.

Yes, 47packard identified the wire and I found the missing switch ( whats left of it). I cleaned up all the connections and replaced some wire ends. Now everything is working...The wiring is really something. When you read all the literature on this site it's very complex. With all mechanical switches I am amazed anything works...

Thank you very much. I have had the cables for a long time and they aren't corroded. They are 0 gauge, but based on your comment I will buy some authentic ones from Kanter.

I cleaned the connection at the alternator and soldered new ends on some of the wires at the solenoid and the clutch control valves.

SO far today it has been starting every time. I would rather know what was wrong... now I am unsure if I have fixed the problem...

I have a gas mileage question.. I get about 7 mpg. The exhaust smells very rich. Is that common on the big 8?