Resurrecting this old post to address a similar problem. I'm simply trying to determine the fluid level in the front shocks of my 1940 160 Super Eight Club Sedan and add fluid if necessary. I'm having the same trouble noted in post #25 of this string where the original poster noted that the fill screw butts up against the splash pans when trying to remove them. I didn't see how he got around that problem.

1) Must I remove the splash pans to get the fill screws out? Seems like a lot of work for a simple maintenance procedure.
2) Do the splash pan bump outs from the engine bay that protrude into the wheel well come off the splash pans so that I can just take them off and gain better access to the fill screws? I can't tell if they are spot welded to the splash pans or just pinched/pressed/rusted together. Just removing the bump out would seem a lot less complicated.
3) I have enough room to get an open end wrench onto the fill screw heads and managed to get the left one loose but don't have enough clearance to fully remove it. The right side was already rounded off so I will need more height room to get a grip on the head for removal. I have no choice but to remove the bump out or full splash panel for that one. How much of a PITA is removing and reinstalling those panels. I don't have an extra set of hands very often and it looks like a 2 person job.

I used POR 15 products on a tank with many pin holes and interior rust. Worked great and has held up well for about 10 years now.

Thanks, I like this color too. I'm currently considering having it repainted due to several paint failure spots - cracking, peeling/lifting, separation from primer coat. If the current color is correct it should be Miami Sand but that looks a bit more tan and less yellow than the current paint. I thought perhaps it was Packard Cream from the 1937 paint options which looks closer. If anyone has thoughts on the name or color match of the current color I'd appreciate the inputs. Worst case, i get the shop to do a color match.

This is my first foray into getting a car painted. I'm hunting for a paint shop within a reasonable distance with a good reputation. Not looking for a concours paint job but don't want Macco quality either. This car is a driver and I'm not worried about judging or points. Trying not to break the bank. Any thoughts on what price ranges I should expect?

Hello Ozstatman,
Yes indeed, that is the car I bought. Finally got around to adding it to the registry. I used the same picture the previous owner posted to make it easier to find it in the old registry. Go ahead and mark it sold.

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A fantastic remembrance of the greatest generation and the finest hour for many. Thanks for posting.

I've towed a few other makes/models ranging 3000-3500 pounds and about 110" wheelbase using my personal F150 and a rented Uhaul. No issues getting the rental after satisfying them that the tow vehicle is substantial enough to handle the load. As noted by others, inspect it well before leaving their facility as some of them are well worn. Also, if you have any, take your own trailer hitch adapters to accommodate higher/lower tongue mating between your vehicle and the trailer. Finding out you have too great a height difference at the rental site requires you to buy a costly hitch adapter (ask me how I know).

My current Optima red top finally gave up the ghost and needs replacing. It was installed by the previous owner and I'm guessing it is at least 10 years old so no complaints on that front. I could simply replace it with another just like it but was reading quite a few ratings where folks were not happy with the current Optima quality and life span. I would appreciate hearing from others regarding their Optima experiences or recommendations for other brands you may be using. Where you purchased would also be helpful. Thanks in advance for your inputs.

I'm 15 minutes from Emmaus PA and interested in purchasing the trunk. Sent you a PM.

I used intercity to ship from CA to PA. Enclosed transport, married couple driving, inspection at pick up, acted as my agent to deliver payment/verify title at pick up, stayed with the rig 24/7, good communications on travel progress and helped find a convenient drop off point since the rig could not navigate the back roads to my place. Not cheap but not outrageous either and lots of peace of mind. I would use them again.

I used POR 15 to repair a 58 corvette gas tank that had a dozen or more rust through pin holes. Did a couple of coats to be sure everything sealed up and it worked great. Than was about 8 years ago and no signs of leaking yet.