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Collector's Corner / Luster Seal Display

« on: February 17, 2021, 03:05:16 PM »

I’m interested in buying the Luster Seal display that lights up and flashes. Does anyone have one that they would be willing to sell? I’m also interested in a few bottles of KF Luster Seal

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Kaiser Forum / Re: Engine paint and parts paint

« on: August 09, 2020, 08:04:11 AM »

Thanks to both of you, the link Fid gave REALLY helped out a lot. My only question now is what paint and where do I get it to be authenticate ? I’m a purist and would love to have it look original, thanks again

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Kaiser Forum / Engine paint and parts paint

« on: August 08, 2020, 08:45:59 PM »

I’d like to detail my engine and engine area. Does anyone reproduce the correct color/ paint for the 53 engines? Also should the black parts such as the spark plug wire bracket, etc.. be shiny black or flat black? ThNks, any help or ideas on detailing the engine area is appreciated.

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Kaiser Forum / Wire wheels

« on: July 10, 2019, 05:31:14 PM »

I’m curious about the wire wheels I’ve seen on the 53 Dragons. 1. Was the wheels offered before on any previous model ( 51 Dragon? ) 2. Were these an option ? 3. Were they an option on the other models that year as well such as a Manhattan? 4. Are they the same on Darrins? 5.  Did they continue to be an option until the end in 1955? 6. Are these available now as reproductions? I’m mostly croon the history, and believe they looked great. Thanks In advance.

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General Discussion / Re: First KF Dealership

« on: November 01, 2018, 02:39:31 PM »

That's very interesting. It does make me wonder who was the last dealership, and what was the last new Kaiser sold? I have known of a few dealerships that had cars a year or two old that were still new. Perhaps a 55 selling in 57/58? Just curious.

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Collector's Corner / Re: Books on Kaiser-Frazer

« on: October 12, 2018, 10:54:57 PM »

When I was new in the club and Kaiser Frazer automobiles, I got "The last onslaught " as well as Jacks Built to best" books. I REALLY enjoyed then and still use them for references as well as reading up to learn more. Just curious, Is it possible to get a signed / inscribed copy of your great book Jack?

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Collector's Corner / Re: Luster seal

« on: September 29, 2018, 02:41:36 PM »

Wow, thanks for that information. I did see a lighted KF sign for luster seal that was to be auctioned off a year or so in the club. Unfortunately I couldn't make to meet to bid. Great photos, thanks again

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General Discussion / Car covers

« on: September 28, 2018, 07:08:04 PM »

Does anyone have a good recommendation for a car cover that fits well on kf vehicles? I'm not looking to pay hundreds of dollars but would like something that fits fairly nice. My Kaiser is a 53 Manhattan, but I'm sure there are a few members with early body styles that may need a good recommendation as well. Thanks

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Collector's Corner / Luster seal

« on: September 28, 2018, 06:54:51 PM »

I'm looking for KF Luster seal items. I'm interested in the history and items related to this. I have one bottle , as well as a few made for Shell and a Studebaker one.

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Kaiser Forum / Hood bolts

« on: June 01, 2018, 08:29:34 PM »

While driving, one of my hood bolts came out. Now I have to use a board to hold up the hood. This is in a 53 Manhattan. Are these just regular bolts? If so, what size and does it need a nut? Are they special type. If so does anyone have one? Hope the photos help. The bolt is from the bottom of the back rod going into the side of the cowl body.

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Collector's Corner / Re: Kaiser-Frazer protective materials cans and bottles

« on: May 19, 2018, 08:40:23 AM »

Those are really cool. I do have the Kaiser Frazer glass bottle that's full, as well as a Studebaker Packard plastic full bottle as well. Does anyone know the history of Luster Seal? Was it a company that made at wax and would bottle and label them for manufactures? I recently bought 2 bottles that say Shell

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Frazer Forum / Re: Frazer Key

« on: September 08, 2017, 07:29:12 PM »

Are you planning on having them Reproduced? it would be great, I'd buy a few.

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General Discussion / Re: What does "original" really mean?

« on: December 09, 2016, 10:38:40 PM »

For me an original car is just as it came from the factory or dealer ( dealers did add some things ) YET, I do expect a few things to have been changed, like the battery, tune up parts, tires, the basic parts that need replaced every so often, maybe even the brake shoes, BUT, the paint, interior, motor should be "ORIGINAL". Like you, I've seen the adds that say " All original , new paint, redone interior, with a 350 chevy motor ect.. " I'm thinking, well, what's original? haha. When I take my 53 Manhattan to shows, I tell people the truth, it's all original EXCEPT ( the basics tires, ect. ) one repaint in original color, and the seats were redone due to a bad tear in the drivers area. The rest of the interior is the factory "original" interior.

     RESTORED as "original" has a different meaning to me, It's not the original paint or interior, but done as factory. So, I see Original and restored as original a bit different, but factory correct, I am a purist, and love the history, so I try hard to keep my cars as original as possible, This way I can share with the younger generation the way things were back then, with the correct hubcaps, ect.. I even put a "original" magazine from the same year in the front seat as well as sales brochures for the vehicle, haha  But, that's just me, Good question.

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General Discussion / Clutch set

« on: December 03, 2016, 06:50:02 PM »

My clutch is going bad, and I was wondering, if the clutch set ,( Clutch disk , pressure plate, throw out bearing and pilot bushing) , were all the same for all years from the beginning in 47, to the end in 55? I would think they are, but was curious, I'm a hobbyist not a mechanic, so, It's more a curiosity than anything else. I would think its the same for all Kaiser and Frazer cars, although maybe not the 4 cylinder cars as in Henry J's . I don't know the vendors personally, so, no hard feelings on  one or the other, I noticed Willow run web site is down for maintenance, Kaiser Willys Jeeps place has a complete set for just over $200. but they list the Jeeps, yet, I read on a post it was the same for 47 Frazer. Would love to know the true history and mechanical facts for knowledge, as well as what to get, Thanks

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Parts For Sale & Wanted / Re: door spring / rod needed 1953

« on: November 13, 2016, 08:06:41 PM »

Here's a photo of the broken spring/ rod.