We went over the chassis, tightening, repairing or replacing as needed. We did the same with the wood. We cleaned up the body work and applied three coats of acrylic enamel.
Chris stitched up a set of seat covers (first attempt at upholstery) on his $12 garage sale sewing machine. We installed the top kit and replacement top bows that Jeff had already purchased. Chris had to rip out the back panel of the top, reposition it and re-stitch as the factory fit was not even close.
As can happen along the way, we grew attached to the little runabout, so I decided to buy it from Jeff and turn it into an all-out touring car. Robin Pharis (Kevin’s Dad
) did a separate engine and transmission full build for the car. Robin is truly one of the experts in our hobby. The original July 1923 engine and transmission will stay with the car.The ‘23 Is back on the road, but there is still more to come. Chris and I will soon be installing a new Layne’s K.C. Warford transmission and accessory brakes. Down the road we will also be changing out the intake and carburetor.
Sadly, I have no history of the car other than it was last Registered about 30 years ago.
