1959 283 (Flywheel forward): there is a straight brass pipe fitting with a 45 degree tee between the engine block and exhaust manifolds on the front side of the engine. One side has a pipe plug and the other side has the temperature sender. Being raw water cooled, the engine runs at about 65-70 degr...

EZ Loader trailer in Spokane builds a great woody boat trailer. I have one under my 1959 Capri. Really a class trailer.

Contact me if interested in Inland Empire ACBS. Great group.

Also, Andy Kerfoot at Wood Boat Endevor in Post Falls is a great woody boat restorer. National awards earned.

Thanks for the suggestion. The manifold has an inner liner for the water jacket, so need to attack it from the outside. I could always braze a stud on it, heat it up, and try to pull it out. Don't know if my skill set is at that level but could probably figure it out. A good body man might be able t...

We have a Chrysler Crown M-27 copper exhaust manifold that has a couple of dents. Anyone have a repair source? We're in Spokane, WA.

That's it!!! U da Man!! I finally found some pix's this morning and sent them off to a couple of parts companies. This is the bracket that I saw awhile back but could never locate one. If WoodenRookie doesn't buy it I will. Have two boats that need them. Thanks Tom!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! BTW, I sent my ...

Fisheries Supply in Seattle and online can make one up to meet your length requirements. They are at www.fisheries.com. Just replaced mine in my 1959 18' Capri w/283. Made all the difference. Their pricing is very favorable compared to others. You'll need the bracket for the manifold. Have only foun...

Anyone have a source for Chrysler Crown M-27 parts? Need rebuild parts, 12v generator, spark plug covers, paint code (for a 1948 U-22). Appreciate any help.