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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: PatC on April 19, 2016, 07:06:08 PM

Title: New to Kaiser Cars
Post by: PatC on April 19, 2016, 07:06:08 PM
Me and my dad just acquired a 1953 Kaiser Manhattan and it is the first antique car I have ever had. What basic tools should we keep in the trunk for roads rips? I would assume Kaisers are all SAE sizes. Anything specific to Kaisers we will need? Thanks in as advance.
Title: Re: New to Kaiser Cars
Post by: pnw_oldmags on April 19, 2016, 07:32:03 PM
Your Master Brake Cylinder is under the drivers mat.
You will need a large socket and extension to get the cap off.
Check it out.
NOTE: Battery is positive ground.
Title: Re: New to Kaiser Cars
Post by: joefrazer on April 19, 2016, 08:27:15 PM
Most everything bolted to a Kaiser engine uses either 1/2, 9/16, or 5/8 inch wrench to remove. Unless they've been rebuilt, keeping a spare starter and generator on the shelf isn't a bad idea.

Tune up parts are all available at NAPA. For Delco equipped cars, the points are CS777A, cap is RR95 and the rotor is RR83. You can use J8C Champion spark plugs.

Shock absorbers - Gabriel 82026 front, 81318 rear.
Title: Re: New to Kaiser Cars
Post by: superk226 on April 19, 2016, 11:15:31 PM
It would be a good idea to buy a shop manual for your car, these show up on ebay on a regular basis. The shop manual uses the 51 model year with a 52-53 supplement for complete coverage. What state are you in and how did you locate the car? Could you post some pictures of the car? Good luck with your new adventure.
Title: Re: New to Kaiser Cars
Post by: PatC on April 20, 2016, 02:59:59 PM
We are in Illinois and found the car with dumb luck. It was sitting alone in a parking lot with a for sale sign in it.
Title: Re: New to Kaiser Cars
Post by: MarkH on April 20, 2016, 05:40:54 PM
Very nice!
E. Central IL. here.
Title: Re: New to Kaiser Cars
Post by: darrin502 on April 20, 2016, 06:32:35 PM
WELCOME
Where in IL do u live ?
I have a summer house in Palatine IL
We r there Mid May to End Aug.
maybe we can get together.
leeabrahams@cox.net
Lee
LM1068
Title: Re: New to Kaiser Cars
Post by: PatC on April 20, 2016, 07:18:16 PM
We are the North Side of Chicago.
Title: Re: New to Kaiser Cars
Post by: 54manhattan13 on April 20, 2016, 07:56:23 PM
Welcome to Kaiser. Hope you have much success and enjoyment.

 
Title: Re: New to Kaiser Cars
Post by: kaiserfan on April 21, 2016, 11:37:36 AM
Congrats on getting your car. A kaiser is a great car to have. With the Kaiser more than other makes, its a big help to join the national club and a local club. Have fun and don't be afraid to ask any questions.
Title: Re: New to Kaiser Cars
Post by: Bobm90 on April 21, 2016, 03:59:36 PM
Congratulations on the "new" car, I have only owned my 54 since last fall but have had other cruzers . I always carry a little extra, trans fluid, oil and even some water, some basic hand tools (all SAE in this case), if you are going traveling far and wide I recommend you consider AAA or getting a towing plan from your insurance company. After a few trips you will have lots of confidence in the Kaiser, and find most 50's cars are quite dependable, check the spare, know how to use the jack, enjoy the hobby with your dad. As far as manuals are concerned consider reprints they are far cheaper than originals and also visit the "circle KF" which is super informative for Kaiser owners. - Best of Luck, welcome to the club.
Title: Re: New to Kaiser Cars
Post by: Fid on April 21, 2016, 04:19:09 PM
Congrats on the new car!  It looks similar to one we owned in the '70s
Title: Re: New to Kaiser Cars
Post by: Aeroman on April 28, 2016, 12:56:43 PM
Ummm, your driver side brake light is out. And Happy Kaisering! Did you join the club yet? Best thing you'll ever do, as far as Kaisers go.
Title: Re: New to Kaiser Cars
Post by: DaveF on November 08, 2016, 06:40:12 PM
I'll come and visit and bring parts if you house and feed me!

Dave Friedman  #10113