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Bill Bow

defrost/defog?

Just can't stay away

My '37 120 sport coup is pretty much complete and unmolested, but I have a hole in the dash that I'm not sure what it is or what covers it up. I've tried looking at the classifieds online but haven't seen one yet.

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Posted on: 2016/3/6 6:16

Bilbo
1937 120C Sport Coupe

Continuously snatching defeat from the jaws of victory.

Bill Bow

Re: defrost/defog?

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Well this looks bad. I guess I found the answer to my own question. So part two is does anyone know a source for this Defroster vent?

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Posted on: 2016/3/6 8:18

Bilbo
1937 120C Sport Coupe

Continuously snatching defeat from the jaws of victory.

Ken_P

Re: defrost/defog?

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I thought someone was reproducing them, but just looked in the cormorant and didn't see any. Don't despair, there is a flat metal cover that screws in place on non-defrost cars that is likely available, or could easily be fabbed. The Flackmaster would likely have additional information.

Does your heater have the defrost option on it?

Posted on: 2016/3/6 9:45

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HH56

Re: defrost/defog?

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You might check out Classic Accessoriesclassicaccessories.org
They currently show some cover plates that might be appropriate but also say inquire about other heater/defroster items. I believe I remember one of the small blower assys on their site not too long ago so might have a vent.

Posted on: 2016/3/6 10:43

Howard

Bill Bow

Re: defrost/defog?

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Thanks I'll commence to digging.

Posted on: 2016/3/7 5:50

Bilbo
1937 120C Sport Coupe

Continuously snatching defeat from the jaws of victory.

saltydog

Re: defrost/defog?

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Try Packards Int San Diego region. G

Posted on: 2016/3/7 11:08

Owen_Dyneto

Re: defrost/defog?

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The person who was reproducing the defrost "scupper" passed away some years back and to my knowledge no one picked up and continued the project. Though there may be a current source I'm not aware of any. Kanters or Max might have bought some inventory when they were available, worth an inquiry. You might also check with Patrician Industries, I seem to recall seeing one in their wares at Hershey last year.

Posted on: 2016/3/7 11:26

Bill Bow

Re: defrost/defog?

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Saltydog is the winner, and me. Thanks to all.

I found one here.packardsandiego.com/NewPriceList_01-06-13.htm

What finish is supposed to be on on of this things.

Posted on: 2016/3/8 6:15

Bilbo
1937 120C Sport Coupe

Continuously snatching defeat from the jaws of victory.