Radiator Shell Lacing
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Radiator Shell Lacing
Put on new lacing on my radiator shell but not sure what to do with the two ends, do I just trim it close to the end and just let it hang or wrap it around ?
Thanks,
Bill...
Thanks,
Bill...
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Re: Radiator Shell Lacing
Trim ends even with the bottom of the shell flange. The purpose of the lacing is to prevent metal to metal contact and the noise that would occur from intense vibration. Jim Patrick
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Re: Radiator Shell Lacing
OK, then what about putting a spot of silicon on the very bottom to help keep the lacing in place?
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Re: Radiator Shell Lacing
Just cut it of an inch or so from the last hole. It won't go anywhere.
Allan from down under.
Allan from down under.
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Re: Radiator Shell Lacing
Ok, Thanks guys, that is what I'll do. I just wasn't sure what the proper method was.
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Re: Radiator Shell Lacing
The lacing is wax impregnated which made it stiff enough that I just bent the last 2 inches or so and stuck it between the shroud and the radiator. It isn't going anywhere.
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Re: Radiator Shell Lacing
Makes sense, Nice headlamp !
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Re: Radiator Shell Lacing
My car should be all black. A previous owner plated the headlights, shroud, and side lights. 1920 - wanted it to look like a brass car.
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Re: Radiator Shell Lacing
I believe the original lacing wrapped around and tucked between the shroud and the lacing on the loop above it.
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Re: Radiator Shell Lacing
Ford Service photos of end of radiator shell lace, just trim the loose end short to hang just inside the shell behind the frame.
The best way is always the simplest. The attics of the world are cluttered up with complicated failures. Henry Ford
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Don’t find fault, find a remedy; anybody can complain. Henry Ford
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Re: Radiator Shell Lacing
Wondering about that, but still looks neat....
Sounds like a plan....
Much better photos then the Ford Service book that I have....
Thanks guys! Solves my mystery...