Re: Light switch rods?

Posted by Murphy on February 20, 1998 at 14:31:10

In Reply to: Light switch rods
posted by Murphy on February 19, 1998 at 22:44:48

: Restoring my early 30 Town Sedan I've noticed the light switch
: rods top finish seamed like a dull lustered aluminum metal.Checking in the Judging Standards I was surprised a little to discover this rod was produced March thru June 1928.
: I am having a hard time getting the proper measurment on the length to match up with one of the five sizes produced from 28 thru 31.The top of the rod has what appears to be bakelite or plastic piece at the plate end.Also the rod tube has a seam that runs the length of the rod.Question one; At what points do I measure rod lengths.Two;In Oct.32 a 30-31 horn light assembly was released for service replacement that was made of zinc.How can I tell if its aluminum or zinc? OK ,one last question what finish is original early 30 and does it match the current reproductions or should I try to find an excellant original? Sure could use some learned pro help here.Thanks in advance for any info. Fred Murphy
Furthur investigating the horn section is definitely 30-31 style.At this point narrows down to zinc replacement.Would it be best to have it chromed or nickel plated?Checking MACK price catalog for how to measure,it still comes out 45-7/8"!

E-Mail Comment to Webmaster