Hudson Discussions on Classic Car Forum

Terraplane for sale

billn34 — Wed, 04 May 2005 16:51:43 +0000

Ad in Richmond (VA) Times-Dispatch, May 4, 2005

ESSEX TERRAPLANE - '33

Fully restored, $37,500

804-458-0000

Starter Needed

hudsonguy — Thu, 05 May 2005 13:58:26 +0000

I'm looking for a good rebuildable starter to fit a 1949 262 3spd Super Six that I will ultimately have converted to 12 volts. Does anyone have an extra one?

I just got my '49 on the road again with the latest round of fixes, and my starter (which I rebuilt/converted to 12V last year) is not sounding real happy. It just seems to be making too much noise. It certainly doesn't sound as good as it used to.

You can email me at 'HETdoug.seals@design-concepts.com' (remove the HET)

Thanks,

Doug

'36 Terraplane

Walt-LA — Fri, 06 May 2005 02:02:42 +0000

'36 Terraplane for sale. Agent/owner also has a '42 Super Six at $3,400.

Walt

http://www.chooseyouritem.com/classics/files/24500/24982.html

1937 Hudson Terraplane 71 Deluxe Business Coupe - on Ebay -

46HudsonPU — Fri, 06 May 2005 12:49:44 +0000

Looks in very nice shape - Located in Huttonsville, West Virginia -

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4548381849&category=6472

Oil Check Valve Needed

SuperDave — Sat, 07 May 2005 00:00:08 +0000

Got the 308 back from the Machine shop and they lost my check valve plunger. I found the spring was broken upon original tear down. So I need both. Looks like the part numbers are 301308 for the plunger (looks like a small piston) and 300142 for the spring. If anyone has some spares from a junk engine I would be glad to purchase same.

Thanks,

Dave W. Fl

"Severe Use" axle shaft for trade

Park_W — Sun, 08 May 2005 12:47:51 +0000

Anyone have a standard Spicer ('52-'54) axle shaft they'd like to trade for a good "severe use" one I have? The "SU" shaft is identifiable by its having coarse threads on the end; the standard shaft has the more typical fine threads.

1941 Hudson Eight Commodore Sedan - on Ebay -

46HudsonPU — Mon, 09 May 2005 22:31:49 +0000

Project car, out in Newcastle, WY -

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4549147330&category=6472

1937 HUDSON TERRAPLANE 2DR - on Ebay -

46HudsonPU — Tue, 10 May 2005 10:08:50 +0000

Looks stock, however engine and trans have been swapped (original rearend & driveshaft?)...

Looks like an alternator in the engine compartment (12v? - would make sense, since engine/trans converted). Located in Rumford, Maine -

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4549187360&category=6472

Web Page Updated

Heart Of Texas — Fri, 13 May 2005 05:48:04 +0000

I took some time to update my webpage tonite.

For those who may not know this ... there are several pages to my website. You have to scroll around to find some of them. Check for weblinks throughout the pages.

Another thing I have done is to add a 40 page parts interchange to the site. This has been on the site for about two months and I was trying to determine if visitors actually look at the text to see updates. I do not have a what's new byline so I will let you find that gem.

The interchange book is dated and it is the work of many fine Hudsonites who proceeded many of us in our interest in these cars. Be patient and understand the recommendations are just that ... a part that worked for the contributor ... or maybe worked for some other Hudson owner and is being passed on. If you recognize the value of knowing what might have worked before ... you are in luck as now you have a potential source for the part.

A final word ... it is obvious to some and a pure mind bender to others that most of the recommendations in the interchange will be difficult to find ... cross referencing to another replacement may not be possible ... and the biggest of the concerns ... the counter person usually KNOWS NOTHING ABOUT HUDSONS... so make them converts ... treat them gentle and ask for their help ... you will be amazed how far that will go in helping the right part move from obsurity to your car.

Good Luck

Two(2)! 1941 Hudson Pickups - on Ebay -

46HudsonPU — Fri, 13 May 2005 10:11:25 +0000

Separate auctions, same seller - with an unknown reserve.

Both are "project" or "parts" trucks, located in Springfield, OR -

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6472&item=4549961059&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW

and -

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6472&item=4549958420&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW

1954 Hudson Hornet 4Dr - on Ebay -

46HudsonPU — Fri, 13 May 2005 10:28:59 +0000

Runs (?) - Looks nice, probably needs some attention.

Automatic, PS, PB, 12v. No reserve - located in Oak Forest, IL -

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4550000279&category=6472&sspagename=WDVW

WANTED!!! NOS clock and fuel guage

naifmakol — Sun, 15 May 2005 16:18:50 +0000

For a 1956 Hudson Hornet Custom 12 volt system. Any help or leads to the above request will be greatly appreciated. Thank You.

HET Eastern Regional - June 24-26, 2005

hudsontech — Tue, 17 May 2005 14:22:32 +0000

Just a reminder, folks, that you'd better get those registrations in NOW!!!! If you keep procrastinating y'all are going to miss a great meet, some even greater cars and even greater people. And you sure don't want to do that.

Call the Best Western (1080 Riverdale Street, West Springfield, MA) at 1-413-781-8750 IMMEDIATELY!!!! You just tell them you're with the Hudson Club and coming to the Eastern Regional and they'll be happy to welcome you.

For more information drop Carmen LaFlamme an email @ cwlaf@gmavt.net - or you can drop me one @ neceditor05@yahoo.com and I'll send you a copy of our New England Chapter newsletter with all the details and registration forms.

Hudsonly,

Alex Burr

1949 Hudson Commodore 6 - on Ebay -

46HudsonPU — Wed, 18 May 2005 00:18:16 +0000

Project car, no reserve - located in Richmond, VA -

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4550758853&category=6472

1949 hudson commodore 6 2Dr Coupe - on Ebay -

46HudsonPU — Wed, 18 May 2005 14:48:12 +0000

Project vehicle - Claims it runs, at least as of a year ago (?), located in Boise, Idaho -

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4550948913&category=6472

Lot of dust & leaves for just a year -

Hudson Hubcaps

Wed, 18 May 2005 15:48:06 +0000

I just happen to have (4) Hudson 112 hubcaps that need a new home. Interested? Email me at using Hudson 112 in subject line.

1951 8 engine

few051 — Thu, 19 May 2005 15:13:48 +0000

i have a complete engine 8 in line flathead from my 1951 commodore 8 " to give" for someone needed. removed last 2 years still in my garage.it need to be overhauled,start to smoke last time it ran. i'm leaving montreal area CANADA ,it need to be pick up.

thank's. few051

Using Forum's 'search' Feature

Jon B — Thu, 19 May 2005 22:25:45 +0000

There are hundreds of past 'threads' (or topics) now stored in the Hudson forum. You do not have to scroll through every one of them to find the information you seek. Just click SEARCH and type a keyword or two pertaining to the information you seek. The search engine will find the post or posts you seek, if they exists. For example, if you are having trouble with your generator type Hudson Generator or just plain Generator.

I place this note, because we have so many new Forum users, and they may not fully understand the operation of this webpage.

1947 Hudson Commodore - For Sale

46HudsonPU — Fri, 20 May 2005 23:37:10 +0000

HUDSON: 1947 Commodore 15K orig. mi., straight 6, 3 spd. on column, suicide drs., clean inside, spare radiator, all windows work, $2200. 426-9645

Listing Date: May 19, 2005

Listing Source: Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

According to the site, there are four area codes in the Rochester Area -

315, 585, 607 and 716...

Source - Cars.com

1937 Hudson Terraplane Utilty Coupe - for Sale

46HudsonPU — Fri, 20 May 2005 23:42:47 +0000

HUDSON 1937 Terraplane Utility Coupe. 1 of 12 know to exist. Body incredible cond., 392 Hemi, PS, 4 wheel disc brakes. $13,000. Xander (208) 859-3247.

Listing Date: May 17, 2005

Listing Source: Boise Idaho Statesman

Internet Source - Cars.com

See the 51 Hornet Conv For Sale in WTN?

Dennis in NY — Sat, 21 May 2005 00:12:47 +0000

$ 20,000, "No Rot California Car". All there, runs, needs restoration. Only one picture of it and it is from behind. Located in Sacremento. Wish I had a boatload of extra cash. I already have too many projects but would love to have it to do later. Not cheap, but try finding one cheaper these days. Someone should snatch that baby up.

Starters

super651 — Sun, 22 May 2005 20:52:28 +0000

I was also breaking the bendix nose cone until I investigated the cause.

When switching to 12-volts the bendix will spin out FASTER and HARDER and if the center carrier-bearing (thrust side ) is not properly shimmed the bendix gear will go out to far and hit the nose-cone-housing.

FIX:

Move the bendix all the way out towards the nose-cone and if the gear hits the cone then it will thrust it so hard when activated it will break the cone. Add washers to the inside of the center bushing holder to get at least .080 between the bendix gear and the nose-cone. ( with the bendix all the way towards the cone. ( the gear should never hit the cone ) Use the FIBER-washers to get proper setting .

NOTE: To slow the started down a little i use a 12-volt cable made at least 6 ft long and run it down the side if the frame before going to the starter.

My starter is 12 years old and no problems as of yet.

OAKLAHOMA STARTER DRIVE

PO.BOX 940

700 N. MAIN-HYW 77

LEXINGTON, OKLAHOMA 73051

405-527 5435

They repair and have parts for Hudsons with new bendix for the STD. and AUTO. starters. HUDSONLY TO ALL RUDY.

Fender skirt and starter nose

SuperDave — Mon, 23 May 2005 11:41:58 +0000

Just got back from the Orange Blossom Chapter meet at Weeki Watchee Spriings Fl. 20 cars at the motel! Great time had by all. Our 49 Super six made the round trip of about 300 miles in fine shape. 65-70 MPH on the Interstates and Turnpike.Twin H gives about 15 MPG with OD. Only problem was on the way back on the Fl.Turnpike. We lost the right rear fender skirt. No clue why it fell off, but I wasn't going back after it! The last I saw of it, it was spinning wildly down the tight hand lane with a ton of cars running over it. Sooo, I need a right side skirt for a Super. The day before we left, I broke the nose off the 308 automatic starter on the Hollywood we are redoing. Any of these parts you might have, send me an email. 'preciate it..

Dave W. Fl

12 Volt Wiring for 1947 w/ Stepdown

Aaron D. IL — Mon, 23 May 2005 14:29:12 +0000

Hi folks,

I'm at the point where I am ready do start connecting linkages and wiring to my '47 C8 Sedan with a 1951 stepdown 232 engine (it's what I had) What I was wondering is if anyone had instructions on how to connevt the shifting linkages to my 232 w/ OD. Seems the shift lever isn't quite long enough. I got the steering already hooked in and I have the cluch and break pedals in as well. Plus I'm not sure what to do about the speedo cable...weather to use the '47 cable or the stepdown one????? I also would like a wring diagram or at least instructions from anyone that has hooked up a step-down engine for 12Volts in a '46-'47 car. I'm sure it's similar to step-down 12V conversions but anything that is particular to '40's Hudsons' I'd like to know.

Thanks ahead of time for any help you cn give,

Hudsonly,

Aaron D. IL

EMAIL: ad19789@hotmail.com

36 Terraplane Grille

tombpa — Tue, 24 May 2005 20:10:07 +0000

Found a 36 Terraplane grille, seems to be OK , if interested email me, Guy says wants $300.00. I can email pictures. In Hanover, Pa.

New files uploaded to Hudson Tech site

hudsontech — Thu, 26 May 2005 15:41:55 +0000

Have just uploaded 3 tech bulletins - TS 04-001 - 1929 Hudson Paint Colors; TS 04-002 - 1951-1956 Hudson Six Cylinder Parts Interchange; and TS 05-001 - Essex Model "A" Electrical System Data - to my HudsonTech egroups page.

Also added: TS 03-001 - 1932-1933 Hudson 8 Electrical; TS 03-002 - 1934 Terraplane Tune-up, Elect. and Specs.; TS 03-003 - 1935 Brake Adjustment; and TS 03-004 - 1933 Essex-Terraplane 8 Tune-up and Electrical.

More coming.

This URL should take you to the HudsonTech files section.

http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/HudsonTech/

Click on Files.

Hudsonly,

Alex B

Found: 54 Hudson Super Wasp Hollywood

Sun, 29 May 2005 12:29:58 +0000

Ken Cates, did you ever find the 1954 Hudson Super Wasp Hollywood that you were looking so desperately for?????????????????

I recently found one in an automobile collection just a couple states over from here; a GOOD one!

Call me this weekend and I'll give you the details.

54 HSWH

Anybody with an Essex 5 pas. Touring.?

Sun, 29 May 2005 21:19:11 +0000

Hi,

My name is Fredrik and I live in Stockholm, Sweden. I was wondering if anybody had some info on the Essex 5 pas Touring. I've found 8 seat covers that seems to belong to this model, and I would like to come in contact with someone who could tell me a bit more about this classic car. If anybody is interested in these original parts, please contact me.

Gordon Seat Covers

Year: 1923

Cat. No.: 1000

Pat. No.: 1700

EXPORT A: 6985

More info and pictures at http://www.synnerligen.com/essex/ .

Clifford Head

super651 — Mon, 30 May 2005 00:53:00 +0000

I have a Clifford Aluminum head for sale. It is 90 cc and is in like new condition. I bought it a few months ago for my 308 rebuild,but I will be using a TURBOCHARGER set up and will go to a low commpression head as with a 308 or 262 iron head. ( head was on a 308 for 5 months)

Hudsonly Rudy. rbennett37@sbcglobal.net

Fuel Pump

herm — Mon, 30 May 2005 22:09:06 +0000

Hi -- In the past I have used an AMC Jeep fuel pump on a 262 eng. I lost the part # of this pump. Does anyone know a current part # or the year and model of the Jeep? Thanks Norm :confused: