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Well, this is only WI Club I am with so…
Club Name: WIsconsin Collector Car
Club Location: Madison, WI
Description: General Antique Car Club, includes Motorcycles and other types of vehicles.
# of Members: 334
Website: http://www.wiscollectorcar.com
Email: ‘Baldi
Contact Person: ‘BaldiDrogar-BigGrin(LBG).gif
The show was good, we had a little bit of showers entering the show but that went away quickly. I’ll upload photos soon.
Also, for those interested, I will list the flyer here next year for 2007. The tour has already been done for the ’07 show, hope to see you there. (You have to say you have never heard of a shoe advertising a year in advance.)
Cap,
Is “Pause” just as bad as “Stop” or are there differences? It Should Probably know these things. :haha:
It’s 200 less than last year though and 400 less than 2 years ago.
But this is the first year pf the $5.00 pre-reg. Hope the good weather will have more people come out this & next year.
Coolant Checks
A hydrometeris used to determine the coolant’s freezing point. If the freezing point is not adequate, drain off some solution and replace it with pure, undiluted antifreeze. If you have a 10 quart capacity system and the reading is +10 degrees Farenheit, drain 3qts, and add 3qts. of pure antifreeze, if the hydrometer reads 0 degrees Farenheit remove & add 2 1/2 qts. Of at -10 Degrees, remove & add 2. THe following is in the smae format without all the words. 12: 4,3,2;14:5,3 1/2, 2 1/2; 16: 5 1/2, 4, 3; 18: 6, 4 1/2, 3; 20: 7,5,3 1/2. The Freezing point should be at -34 degrees Farenheit, which will provide more than adequate protection in cold climates. Cooling system capacity can be found in your owner’s manual.
1. For the best results, operate the engine with the radiator cap loose until the engine reaches normal operating temperature; then remove the cap.
2. Measure the coolant temperature by drawing a sample into the tubes; then return the sample to the radiator. Reapeat serveral times until the reading is stable.
3. Holding the Hydrometer in a straight, vertival position, squeeze the bulb and pull enough coolant into the glass tibes to raise the hydrometer float. Make sire that the float does not touch sides of the larger tube.
4. Note the top letter touched by the coolant on the float scale; then return this sample to the radiator.
5. Refer to the temperature chart above the thermometer. Find the letter noted in the previous step, along with the thermometer reading taken in Step 2. THe number found at this location is the degree of freezing protection provided.
6. After adding the coolant, let the engine run for five minutes to allow the coolant to mix before rechecking the freezing point.
Replacing Hoses
Carefully check all hoses at least once a year. Replace hoses when they are worn, cracked, or even partially split. Also, change any hose that feels mushy or brittle when squeezed firmly. To replace a hose, proceed as follows:
1. Drain the cooling system by removing the radiator cap (as previously explained) and loosening the petcock or removing the lower radiator hose.
2. Loosen the clamps and slide them out of the way.
3. If possible, twist and pull the hose. If it is struck, cut a 4″ to 5″ slit lengthwise from the end and use a screwdriver to pry it off.
4. Clean off the metal connection with a wire brush and coat the surface with sealing compound.
5. Slip a new clamp on each end of the hose.
6. Position the hose on the fittings. Remember that the lower radiator hose must be the wire-reinforced type.
7. Slide the clamps into position about 1″ from the end of the hose. Tighten securely.
8. Refill the cooling system and replace the radiator cap.
9. Run the engine and check for leaks.
RELIEVING RADIATOR PRESSURE
THere are three methods of relieving radiator pressure, depending on the type of cap used. Never attempt to remove any type of cap while the engine is operating. Doing so could damage the cooling system and engine and result in serious personal injury from hot coolant or steam being blown out. Turn off the engine and wait until it is completely cool.
1. If the cap has a pushbutton or lever, push the button or lift the lever to deperssureize the system. When the sound of air escaping can no longer be heard it is safe to remove the cap.
2. If the cap has no visible pressure realease, wrap a thick cloth around it and turn it slowly to the first stop. Step back while the pressure is released from the cooling system. When you are sure all the pressure has been released, press down on the cap with the cloth and turn completely counterclockwise to remove it.
3. If the cap is a swivel type, relieve pressure by turning the top. The top twists while the valve assembly beneath it remains stationary. When pressure is relieved press down on the cap to remove it.
