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I don’t have any experience with a 2 wheel brake system on a Pierce but my ’29 stops just about as well as my ’64 Malibu with the stock 4 wheel drum brake system.

It stops amazing well for its size and age.

My front shoes will need to be relined soon and I know that it is critical to get the proper material on the shoes.

I know I will most likely end up shipping the shoes somewhere to have them done.

Not something I look forward to since I don’t like to have parts like that have the possibility to get ‘lost’ in shipping.

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My ’29 has an electric pump just to prime the carb and then it runs on the stock fuel pump.

Even with the very hot weather here in So Cal I have never had an issue with vapor lock.

My guess would be if the cooling system is in good working order then vapor lock should not be too much of an issue unless you’re stuck in traffic in over 100* weather.

But then again, maybe the early 8 cylinder cars have less vapor lock issues than the later 8 cylinder cars do.

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I would use the K&N for everyday driving and use the stock filter for display and show purposes.

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I looked up the throat OD of the carb on my ’29 and browsed through their catalogue until I found one that fit the OD of the carb.

It took awhile but it was the only way to get one that I was sure was going to fit.

I eventually found a uni-pod style filter.

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James, thanks for the link.

I will contact him and see what he has for the vacuum tank on my Rickenbacker.

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My problem with the vacuum tank on my Rickenbacker was finding the correct parts to even attempt to make it work properly.

Easier to look for parts these days with the internet but also harder to find said parts because of scarcity.

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David, I agree with your comments, the car has gorgeous lines and presents itself well.

The color just needs a little ‘adjustment’ is all.

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Good luck with the sale.

They are a steal at the price you’re asking.

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Car sustained damage some time between when the two photos were taken.

No damage in the first photo.

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I have used the Mr Gasket regulators in a pinch but their quality is lacking.

There are some expensive options out there (as far as fuel regulators go) but this one seems to be well made and it pretty consistent.

The vacuum tank on my Rickenbacker never worked properly so an electric pump has been used for decades on the car so I’ve gone through a few different fuel regulators over the years.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-g3033b/overview/

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The car looks like it’s in great shape.

Engine compartment looks nice and clean.

Good luck with your freewheeling and reverse issue.

Sounds like stuff just hasn’t been moved around and used in so long that things have become stuck.

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Now your battery is more well traveled than your Pierce.

Good to hear you got the battery.

FYI – I finally pulled the trigger and sent Optima Jim a email late yesterday even though I don’t really need one at the moment.

Got an email back early this morning, used the code today and it worked!

My extra 6v Optima is on its way.

Looks like I will be using 2 Optima batteries in my battery box as others have done or I will give it to my cousin that is restoring a ’24 Chrysler roadster.

Thanks again, Peter, for putting this deal together.

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I get an error when following the link.

Anyone else not able to get there?

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With the well known, mounting financial troubles of the PAMCC I would not be surprised if various manufacturers had concept drawings ready to go so they could move their headlights to the fenders in short order.

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All electrical systems work great until you let the smoke out.

Once the smoke escapes it’s over.

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Great write up, Greg.

Maybe this would be a good article topic for a future PAS Service Bulletin?

Wiring is often ignored and misunderstood by a lot of car enthusiasts.

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I’m getting old but I guess not that old!

But the other half would disagree with my statement.

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I thought it was Middle is off, Left is ignition and right is instrument panel.

But I’d have to go out and check to be sure.

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On my ’29 it controls the dash lights.

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Steele has the steering column floorplate listed as fitting 29 – 32 cars.

Cost is $174.90 on their website.

Their gearshift floorplate is listed as fitting 1931 only.

Cost is $174.90 as well.

http://www.steelerubber.com/steering-column-floorplate-17-0004-36

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