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Kaiser Forum / Kaiser Restore Dallas

« on: September 13, 2017, 08:11:57 AM »

Hi All

I've run out of room and time, need somebody to finish my 53 Manhattan in the Dallas Ft Worth Area.  Any leads on someone who might be interested.  Happy to pay, just can't afford the Gas Monkey

Thx

Mark
214-208-3523
Mjacobson7X@gmail.com

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General Discussion / Help Dallas Ft Worth

« on: September 13, 2017, 08:05:50 AM »

I just can't find the time to finish my 53 Kaiser Manhattan. Any one in the Dallas Ft Worth area that would like to finish the project for me. Stick her in your garage and work on her at your own pace.  Of course I'll pay you, just can't afford the Gas Monkey

Thanks
Mark
214-208-3523

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General Discussion / Kaiser Restoration Dallas Area

« on: September 13, 2016, 01:01:08 PM »

Hi All

Not sure how to approach this and not intended to offend anyone.  I just sold our ranch where I was in the process of bringing our 1953 Manhattan back to life.  Now I have several problems to contend with.  First I don't have a shop anymore and second I am only average when it comes to being handy.  Does anybody in the Dallas Forth Worth area feel like taking on another project where I can give a hand when necessary? I'm not prepared to take it to an auto restoration place like the Gas Monkey and spend that kind of money, however I am completely prepared to do what's  necessary to bring her back to life. I have the car stored in our friends hangar presently but unable to work on her there. 

Any positive input is much appreciated.

Mark

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Kaiser Forum / Re: Transmission and Rear End Fluids

« on: December 26, 2015, 01:17:17 PM »

Thanks Joe

I didn't consider the converter.  You guys are so good at saving me time

Many Thanks

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Kaiser Forum / Re: Transmission and Rear End Fluids

« on: December 26, 2015, 01:15:42 PM »

Yes Fid she has the hydromatic. 

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Kaiser Forum / Transmission and Rear End Fluids

« on: December 26, 2015, 10:54:04 AM »

Hi All

Need to change the Transmission Fluid in the 53 Manhattan.  She has been sitting for 30 years and want to start fresh.  What is the recommended transmission fluid and is there a filter I should change?
Also better change rear end grease, what is recommend. 

I'm traveling but I assume the service manual addresses both these projects.  I appreciate any shortcuts

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Kaiser Forum / Re: engine date

« on: October 30, 2015, 01:47:14 PM »

Thanks Joe

My 53 that I'm trying to resurrect has a 226 in her.  Must of been changed at some point in time

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Kaiser Forum / Mayday Where to Start

« on: October 30, 2015, 01:40:35 PM »

I'm back after a two year hiatus.  Need advice on where to start on the 53 Manhattan.  Quick background, this was my wife's car in College and my brother in law started the rebuild 25 years ago.  I'm determined to get her rolling again but will have to hound you guys as this is my first restoration.  My thinking is lets get it running first. Flat head six with hydromatic .  I have installed a new wiring harness throughout and can't wait to see what happens when I add power.  Also I am not worried about having all OEM, we just want to get her on the road and have some fun.

Supposedly the engine was rebuilt 25 years ago but looked pretty ugly.  Can you believe a whopping 115 HP in this boat.   I have replaced the water pump, fuel pump, voltage regulator, had the starter, generator and carb rebuilt.  The distributor looks rough so first question do I try to find a replacement or try to clean it up?  The vacuum advance is corroded looking nasty.  I have a new cap and wires and of course new plugs.  Once I get the distributor sorted out what precautions do I need to take before I try to see if it will start?

Next issue is the dash.  The bamboo vinyl is rotten.  With the speedometer removed I suppose now is the time to recover?  The people up in Washington State sent samples of the material and is much brighter than the dull white that my wife remembers.  Should I just take it to the upholstery shop and let them fool with it??

I have all new glass to install but that is another subject. 

TMI I know.  Any and all suggestions welcome.  FYI I'm North of Dallas if anyone is near by I would love to come over and get some first hand advice.

Many Thanks

Mark

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Kaiser Forum / Re: Defrost, temp Cables for the 53 manhattan

« on: February 12, 2013, 11:45:35 AM »

Thanks Mike

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Kaiser Forum / Defrost, temp Cables for the 53 manhattan

« on: February 11, 2013, 04:30:38 PM »

All my cables for the Defrost, Temp, Hood Release etc are really rusty and need replacing.  The cables themselves have the wire wrapped casing with a wire that simply moves inside however the ends are swedged or crimped with the knobs attached.  The old pot metal knobs are pretty ugly and pitted so re chroming may not be a good investment.  Anybody out there that re manufactures these old cables with new knobs.  I really don't care it it is OEM or not just want her to look nice.

Thanks again for everybody input.

mark

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Kaiser Forum / Re: Upholstring the Dash

« on: February 11, 2013, 04:24:19 PM »

Thanks Jim

This really saves me a lot of time and effort.  I am heading to the hangar to get started on it right now.

Mark

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Kaiser Forum / Upholstring the Dash

« on: February 10, 2013, 10:30:50 AM »

While I have all the wiring out I might as well take the dash in and have it reupholstered.  I will call SMS tomorrow and see how long it is going to take for the Bamboo vinyl.  Anything I need to be aware of taking the dash out other than dust and rotten vinyl in the eyes?

Thanks

Mark

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Kaiser Forum / Re: Ignition Switch 53 Manhattan

« on: February 10, 2013, 10:26:10 AM »

Thanks Doc

The 10 gauge goes from the post labeled BATT to the Ammeter correct? 

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Kaiser Forum / Ignition Switch 53 Manhattan

« on: February 09, 2013, 04:21:20 PM »

Installing new wiring in the 53 and have ran into a self inflicted snag.  The ignition switch has 4 post on it Three on the outside ACC, Batt, Ign and a center post labeled start.  I have one wire that indicates AM on the wiring schematic and am not sure where that one goes.  What wire will come off the Batt Post??  Think I have the others wired properly.  Holey smokes about a dozen wires go to the headlight switch (will save that one for another topic)

Many Thanks

Mark

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Kaiser Forum / Re: Generator Field 53 Manhattan

« on: January 13, 2013, 07:16:18 PM »

Thanks Fid

Thats just what I was looking for.  I was fairly sure but sure don't to get the wiring backwards (not that I have ever done that).  Both post are the same size however Mr. McBrides wiring harness has a smaller connecter on the thinner wire .   Is the big flat head screw on the front of the Generator the ground?

This is my first restore and could not do it without input like this

Many thanks