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length and cubic inch of a 51 Deluxe,
« on: June 16, 2017, 11:46:26 PM »
Hello, I just purchased a 51 Deluxe and joined the form. I'm very psyched to be here and begin this project.Does anyone have the specifications of the 51 Deluxe? I'm going to begin a restoration.
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Re: length and cubic inch of a 51 Deluxe,
« Reply #1 on: June 17, 2017, 12:21:56 AM »
If you just purchased it and are planning to work on it, you need this:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1951-Kaiser-Frazer-Shop-Manual-Special-Deluxe-Manhattan-Repair-1952-1953-base-/161985436035?hash=item25b7159983:g:NskAAOSwv-NWZceT&vxp=mtr

It will have just about everything you need to know.
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Re: length and cubic inch of a 51 Deluxe,
« Reply #2 on: June 19, 2017, 11:29:34 PM »
 8) Thank you for the kick start. I just bought it. Now, might you know where I can buy brake parts and a gas tank? My car hasn't run in approx. 10 yrs. Im having trouble figuring out how to maneuver around this forum never mind my car!!! ::) I really appreciate you helping. Thanks again
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Re: length and cubic inch of a 51 Deluxe,
« Reply #3 on: June 20, 2017, 07:47:20 PM »
Unless your fuel tank has major holes or is badly damaged, I would have it professionally cleaned and sealed. There's a company called Gas Tank Renu...I've used them for both radiator and gas tank repair with much success. The company has locations in most states - https://www.gastankrenu.com/

Brake parts can be found here - kfparts.com.
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Re: length and cubic inch of a 51 Deluxe,
« Reply #4 on: June 21, 2017, 03:58:38 PM »
where can I find the chrome trunk hinges for the Deluxe ??
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Re: length and cubic inch of a 51 Deluxe,
« Reply #5 on: June 21, 2017, 06:59:21 PM »
Rudy and Fred Walker estate used to have them available.
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Re: length and cubic inch of a 51 Deluxe,
« Reply #6 on: June 22, 2017, 05:57:11 PM »
I'm in search for trunk hinges and a gas tank. Does anybody have either or know anybody that does?
Why does the charge meter show not charging when my DVOM shows 5.56 V.
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Re: length and cubic inch of a 51 Deluxe,
« Reply #7 on: June 22, 2017, 07:17:26 PM »
Your voltage regulator should allow 7.3 volts at high idle with no accessories turned on. If you're only seeing 5 volts, then chances are it isn't working. Check all connections to be sure none are corroded. If the cover on the regulator can be removed, you can also dress the contacts...sometimes they corrode or get sticky. Do this with the battery disconnected.

A fuel tank recently appeared on ebay, good trunk hinges are harder to find. If you're a club member, place a want ad in the bulletin.
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Re: length and cubic inch of a 51 Deluxe,
« Reply #8 on: June 23, 2017, 05:02:24 PM »
Isn't there something about polarizing? What is the procedure?
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Re: length and cubic inch of a 51 Deluxe,
« Reply #9 on: June 24, 2017, 07:41:01 AM »
To polarize a regulator, use a piece of scrap 14 or 16 gauge wire. Touch one end to the armature ("A") post on the regulator and BRIEFLY touch the other end to the battery ("B") post on the regulator - only long enough to cause a spark. The regulator is now polarized.
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Re: length and cubic inch of a 51 Deluxe,
« Reply #10 on: June 24, 2017, 09:22:54 AM »
You're polarizing the generator, not the regulator.  By briefly connecting the armature to battery hot the generator armature is magnetized to the correct north-south polarity, so when the generator rotates, it produces the correct polarity voltage.
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Re: length and cubic inch of a 51 Deluxe,
« Reply #11 on: June 24, 2017, 01:41:21 PM »
Right....!
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Re: length and cubic inch of a 51 Deluxe,
« Reply #12 on: June 28, 2017, 05:30:17 PM »
Does anybody know what to use for the trunk and door rubbers. The gaskets that fit into the body panels and go all the way around each opening.
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