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Revised July 9, 2010

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Franklin Club members have received a number of phony responses to their ads, particularly from the UK. Be careful to make sure that the seller is legitimate before sending money to anyone.

Question: I placed an ad in the Service Station that was also posted on the Internet. Yesterday I received an email from a gentleman from the UK. His name is XXXXXXXX. Here is what he had to say: "Thank you so much for your mail. I would be asking a 200GBP for the requested part and i can ship via ups on a next day delivery. The parts are in a good working condition. Whats your shipping address?

First: Do you know of this person? He was not listed in the 2007 Franklin roster I am asking for the Franklin grille script, a Tilt-Ray headlight lens, hood door springs, and a free wheeling unit. I am not sure what he means by good working condition since the only part that could be described like that is the free wheeling unit. 200GBP equates to $290 US dollars. I'm probably naive but I wasn't expecting to pay this much. I would be very interested in what you think.

Answer: It's amazing how a request you can make with a few keystrokes can reach people all over the world. Perhaps someone in a far away place, such as England, does have just the parts you need and how lucky that you and he can get together to help each other out. It happens every day. At the same time, a simple request can also reach many more people who wish to take advantage and sadly, it can be difficult to tell the difference. I really prefer not to mistrust anyone, just to be thorough in my dealings to avoid problems that are difficult to solve over such long distances. My feeling is that someone who has the capability to surf the web and find your request also has the capability to send a digital snapshot of the parts. If he can do that, it will be easier for you to determine if what he has will fit your needs.

If so, I prefer to learn a bit more about a seller before committing funds overseas. Address? Where did the parts come from? Does his email address end in .UK ? to show it came from England? As far as cost, shipping a free wheeling unit next day delivery from the UK would exceed the cost he quoted you, so I suspect there might be some confusion on his part as to what he actually would ship you. A digital photo would be a required 1st step before continuing, in my book.

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Blue Denim (Wrangler Brand) Button Down Long Sleeve Shirts with logo, ass't sizes: $35.00+$3.95 s&h

Golf Shirt with Franklin Motor Cars Logo and Pocket on opposite side: colors: blue, tan, white, black, green, gold in ass't sizes: $25.00 + $3.95 s&h

Service Station Tee Shirt, yellow only, ass't sizes: $15.00 + $3.95 s&h

Tee Shirt with Franklin logo across the front: ass't sizes: $15.00 + $3.95 s&h
green or gold with black logo - purple or blue with gold logo

Tee Shirt with photo of the 1917 series 9 Franklin and copy of the ad printed across the shirt, white only, ass't sizes: $15.00 + $3.95 s&h

Franklin Baseball Cap, mesh or solid back, one size fits all: available in blue, red or tan: $10.00+ $3.95 s&h

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1930 Franklin  July 7, 2010
I have a 1930 Franklin that I fully restored from the frame up. New tires, paint and chrome. The in line 6 air cooled engine was rebuilt, the clutch was repadded, it has all new wiring, and new carpet and leather on the inside. I'm asking $25,000 or best offer. If interested or for more information contact Stephen by phone: (925) 202-9554 or e-mail: srmitchell.mitchell@gmail.com

1923 Franklin 4-door Sedan Series 10b  June 14, 2010
Totally original in very good condition. Original mohair interior fully intact with roof canvas in good condition. Purchased 4 new tires, tubes and flaps with a minor tune up to the engine and drove the car in 2001 with much success and with no mechanical problems whatsoever! The vechicle has always been stored in garage up on jack stands. Asking $20,000 or best offer. Contact rciancaglini2@rochester.rr.com or 585-230-7671.

1932 Franklin 4-door sedan - $5,000  June 14, 2010
The following parts are original and are included:

• 6 cylinder Engine (hasn't been started or run in many years)
• All fenders
• All doors
• All bumpers
• Trunk
• All other pictured parts are also original

Car is located in northwest Indiana about one hour east of Chicago. Buyer is responsible for picking up vehicle. Email any questions about parts to Adam at trojancross06@hotmail.com or call at (219) 252-2692.

1931 Franklin Series 153 Town Car January 4, 2010
1931 Franklin Series 153 Town Car (serial #53-204634L32) and engine (#152704). There is some question as to whether the car was manufactured at the factory as a town car or was converted after the fact into a town car. My best guess is that it was converted into a town car a number of years ago as it is listed in the Roster as a sedan, so I would assume someone converted it into a town car years ago. Particulars on the car are as follows:

1. The drive train is fully restored - engine, transmission, rearend, etc. The engine was done by Joe Gerola, a deceased member of the club who was a mechanic. Joe also restored other Franklin engines. The engine runs incredibly well.
2. Bodywork is entirely done.
3. The wire wheels are recently powder coated. The tires are fair.
4. The car has been entirely rewired.
5. There is new glass that has not been installed.
6. The chrome is almost completely done. Much of it is still packed up in boxes.
7. There are some extras on the car, such as dual rear taillights and the splash guard over the hood front.
8. THE CAR IS COMPLETE WITH ALL PARTS - rear tail lights, front lights, hubcaps, etc. To my knowledge nothing is missing.
9. The car has wire wheels with dual side mounts.

What needs to be done is as follows:

1. Paint. The car has been partially painted - fenders, splash aprons, rear cowl, etc. I have some paint for the car, but it would need to be totally repainted.
2. Upholstery. I have the original front seat back. The rear cushions and front seat cushion are in the car.
3. Install the glass.
4. Finish the divider window or redo it in a different way.
5. Top, carpet, headliner.

This is a very solid car that has always been keep in dry storage. In some ways I wish I could keep it, but in order to keep my wife semi-happy, I need to sell it. I have too many projects and too many Franklins. I have owned the car for about 2 years and purchased it as a part of a 2-car deal. Asking $19,500 but I will entertain reasonable offers. Lee Webb, email is preferable at Leland.Webb@gmail.com or 661 599 1670 (cell) or 661 833 1440 (home). Arrangements for delivery might be possible. The car is in Bakersfield, CA.

1933 Franklin Airman Sedan Nov. 24, 2009
LEAD - Norm Miller, Davenport, Iowa is interested in selling his 1933 Franklin Airman Sedan - with extra engine and extra parts. I have not seen the car, but hear it needs full restoration - rusty doors, etc. It is currently outdoors, covered with tarps. I am not sure of price, but believe he will offer it at a reasonable price. Call Norm Miller 563-320-2096

1926 - Series 11-A, 4-door sedan October 13, 2009
1926 - Series 11-A, 4-door sedan. The car belonged to my father Leonard Schettl and it ran good before being parked in dry storage some 27 years ago. The car was appraised by Auto Appraisal Group, Inc. for $12,000. The exterior was described as an older repaint with normal wear on the interior. I am asking the appraisal price. The car is located in Milwaukee and our family would like for the car to remain in the Franklin club. Mary Vitrano 414-581-5196.

1926 Series 11-A Sport Touring Car June 2009 NOTE PRICE CHANGE
1926 Series 11-A Sport Touring Car, (Aluminum, by American Body Company). Serial Number 161560-1, Engine Number 109769. 81,000 miles, sold new in Massachusetts, restored about 1970 (not frame-off). Paint work has chips and scratches and touch up. Top, side curtains, leather and nickel in good condition. It is a straight, solid, authentic car. $22,000.00. Further details and additional photos from John MacKiernan, Plymouth, Massachusetts. aura.vincit@gmail.com or 508-746-1988, noon 'til midnight Eastern time

1930 Series 145 Franklin March 21, 2009
We have a 1930 Franklin for sale. It is a 145 Series, (125" wheel base), and is a 4 door sedan. It has an air cooled motor that runs. The vehicle is complete except for the wood top and a horn button. All of the wood, top and interior will need to be replaced it has rotted. The seats are there, windows and lights are there and none broken. We bought this vehicle as a project to rebuild and now will not be able to do that. We are asking $10,000 for this car. We researched the web and found many prices but the lower prices all had missing parts and some had many missing parts, this car has no missing parts or pieces of the car. Both seats are there but will need re-built or at least recovered. We have the old top so you would have a pattern to follow.
You can call 208-756-3629 or email me at iamadanelover@yahoo.com for more pictures

1928 Series 12A 4 door sedan January 27, 2010 NOTE CHANGES 01.27.2010
1928 Series 12A 4 door sedan. 35,455 original miles. Serial#X177205L11 engine#E125214. NEEDS TO BE RESTORED!!. We have extra parts, have original fenders all 4. 2nd owner. Asking $5,500, but will consider best offer. Located in Mahopac, New York. Please call for more info, Paul or Judy 845-628-3593 or e-mail: Pj111575@aol.com 01/10

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The following companies can help with items listed: If you use any of these suppliers please let them know you found them on the Franklin WebSite. Also, see the replacement parts page for many other parts.

Watson Stabilator Wrenches. Duplicate of original. Made from precision cut, heavy gauge stainless steel. $25.00 each, plus shipping. Contact; Paul Fitzpatrick, P.O.Box 210, Sherburne, NY 12460 - e-mail airiscool@frontiernet.net

REPRODUCED PARTS for a 1929, series 13, 135 sedan.
THROTTLE: Lost wax casting in bronze from original zinc die cast part. Finished and nickel plated; ready to drop in. Excellent fit. $180.00 Plus $10.00 for packing, postage, and insurance.

These prices reflect cost only and no profit is realized. Plaster molds, rubber molds, casting, finishing to auto quality plating adds up fast, but I was very pleased with the results. These parts will be at the 2008 Trek
James Roberts, email at, lrclock11@yahoo.com or call at 978-658-4339 voice mail there 1/08

Front window frames for Franklins from 1925 to 1934 - They manufacture the correct channels for front frame as well as the frames for the convertible coupes. The company is: N/C Industries Antique Auto Parts, P.O. Box 254, 301 S. Thomas Ave., Sayre, PA 18840 - Talk with Kevin Brown Phone 570.888.6216 e-mail kdb@cyber-quest.com

Drum Puller -- Something new from Dick Gaskill, a drum puller - Can deduct $12.00 if you don't need calipers and $8.00 if you don't need the Thread file, contact Dick Gaskill, rgaskill7@att.net or mial 14411 Ramblewood, Livonia, MI 48154-5336 or phone 734-591-2565 price $149.95

Resilvering of head light and tail light reflectors. They also have cork gaskets and light bulbs for most head/tail lights. - Steve's Auto Restorations, Inc., 4440 S.E. 174th, Portland, Oregon 97236 Phone 503.665.2222

THE FRANKLIN STORE

• 1930 S 147 tail light lens clear glass $55.00 w/S&H
• FCP-1 # 88129 - 1930 ser. 147 Tail light door assembly clear glass. Special price reduction to clear out surplus inventory and get spares into the hands of those that can use them. Clearance price of $7.50 including shipping. Contact Bob Harrison.
• 1930 S 147 tail light red inner lens $7.50 w/S&H
1928 and later swing out front window seal (soft) except roadster and sport touring $27.50 w/S&H
• Same seal but for 12 cylinder cars $45.00 w/S&H
• Front windshield piano hinge cover seal 52" long $4.00 w/S&H

Make checks payable to H. H. Franklin Club, send orders to: Project Sales HHFC, Bob Harrison, 59 Reuben LN., Exeter, RI 02822-3124 Phone 401-667-0214 - E-Mail hfranklin32@verizon.net

DECALS FOR DASH AND CIGAR SET - Looks just the ones Franklin manufactured. This picture shows a green color which is really reproduced as the original gold very well in the decal itself.

These decals were made on a 1.3 million dollar Heidelberg Press which handles the difficult job of printing metalic gold ink Price is $30.00 for complete set of 3 decals plus one extra one free for experimentation or marking alignment on dash. This will also give you insurance against any problem you might have. Decals will take clear finish without running the ink. These are not water decals but rather high quality prints on sticky material. Looks even better than originals at all viewing angles. Dick guarantees you will be pleased or return the decals for a full refund. Decals would look fine as final touch without any clear coat over them also. Write, call or e-mail Richard M. Gaskill, 14411 Ramblewood St., Livonia, MI 48154, 734.591.2565, e-mail rgaskill7@att.net

BRAKE HOSES Roberts Motor Parts, Inc., 17 Prospect Street, West Newbury, MA 01985 phone 978.363.5407 or 800.231.3180, they also have a web site www.robertsmotorparts.com. The same hoses fit most Chrysler cars of the later 20's and early 30's. This company sells Chrysler parts. The cost is $19.50 (1999), thanks for the listing. Sincerely, GaryRoberts Jr.

Pilots The Franklin manual states: "Use the two PILOTS for lining up the bolts" when changing a wheel and tire. Pictured here are the NEW PILOTS to make your tire changing easier. Order yours today, the set pictured are 9/16" - 18 thread, check yours before ordering. One set of 2 $15.00 plus postage of $1.50 per set. Make your check for $16.50 payable to: Richard Gaskill and mail it to: 14411 Ramblewood, Livonia, MI 48154-5336. Should you have any questions, e-mail them to: rgaskill@twmi.rr.com

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Various parts  July 7, 2010
These parts can be delivered to the TREK, will not bring them unless have buyer. Gordon Howard, cchoward@snet.net, 860-871-6442

1. Hubcap for 1930-31 standard wood wheels, N.O.S., slight scratches in aluminum, black paint is perfect. $100.
2. Nine miscellaneous rear axle shafts saved years ago by dealer, no idea what they fit, must take all for $75
3. Owen Dyneto starter armature, N.O.S. from dealer inventory, $75
4. Watson Stabilator strap clamp, fits 1.5" strap, correct bolts/nuts $15
5. Two Owen Dyneto generators, complete with cutouts and covers and rear cap. Think both need complete rebuilding. $30 each
6. One same as above but no cutout or cover. $15
7. Three O.D. starters, no drives, two spin nicely @ $100 each, one slowly and shaft wobbles $40

NEW SERIES 9B FRONT FENDERS $800 OBO These fenders have never been on a car.

LOTS AND LOTS OF PARTS - I also have lots and lots of parts , primarily for series 9 and up. This would include both mechanical and body parts. I have about 10 parts cars, plus much more, so email me your needs. Leland.Webb@gmail.com 1/10

1927 Franklin parts as listed: 4 - hubcaps (replated), 2 - tail light bezels, 1 - lower vent lever, 4 - hood hinges, 1 - cigarette cup holder, 1 - cap shaped part, 2 - bumper bolts. Ian C. McLead, Okemos, MI phone daytime - 517-881-3620, evening 517-394-140810/09

Brass buckets for the 1932 Series 16 right side tail lights. This is made without the opening for the license plate as the license plate is on the left side. If you are careful, you can cut out the license plate opening for the left side. You will need to drill the 4 holes in the back and chrome these for the 32's. The 1931 uses the same bucket (check your tail lights to make sure) and would be painted black. These were seen at the 2009 Westrek. $55 each and $9 for shipping Continental US. No overseas shipping.Tony Fontana. Address in roster or email franklin_1932_speedster@yahoo.com

SIDEDRAFT ENGINE PARTS FOR SALE ODYSSEY RESTORATIONS, INC.

We have recently re-run the following parts projects:

• Sidedraft engine & V/12 cooling baffles - Hasslen design, proven performance. 8 sets remain $49/set (2 sets required for V/12)
• Aircraft bronze exhaust guides - factory design guide with modern materials. Superior lubrication, cooler stem temps. longer life. $14.90 each, $89.40 per set. New run, 10 sets available.
li>Tubular pushrod kit - The easiest, most cost effective way to rebuild the valvetrain with the benefit of quieter operation, less strain. Includes new pushrods, new lifters, fitted guides, tube modification, adjusters. Call for details.
• ** NEW** Spicer universal joint - fits Series 8 through Series 14, 2 per car. These are new Spicer crosses with needle bearings machined to fit the Franklin. Limited run. $37.50 each

Please note parts projects are run on an as-needed basis (as we need ‘em, not you) and are available only at limited times. Purchase now to avoid missing out. All parts + shipping & handling. MN residents subject to 6.5% sales tax.

Other new & custom engine parts available. Engine restoration services, insert bearing conversions, camshaft grinding, cylinder & head rebuilding, Proven parts, designs, workmanship. All years, all Series. Please call. Tom Rasmussen, Odyssey Restorations, Inc. 8080 Central Ave. NE Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 763-786-1518 email odyrestorations@aol.com.

Brass bolts at the end of the spring for a 1910 Franklin. They ARE marked "oil" They were machined from an original bolt. The cost will be $20.00 each, or less for a set of 8. Ian C. McLeod, phone 517-347-4100 Fax 517-347-4100 E-Mail mcldmyn@attbi.com

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Franklin blueprints – Order by drawing number from parts catalog, call for others. $5.00 each for first 3, then $3.00 each, you'll be billed for cost. Jeff Hasslen, 13311 95th Street, Elk River, MN 55330 telephone 763.441.7815. This is a Club project

Instruction books (Please check with Lloyd for the correct cost) S4-8, $20.00; S10, $26; S11, $28.50; S12, $24; S130, $7.50; S14, $22.50; S15, $18.00; S16/19, $7.50; S17, $9; S18, $7.50. Parts catalog S4-8, $20.00; S10, $35.00; S11, $48; S12, $43.50; S13, $34.50; S14, $40. ACN 1-10, 11-20, 21-30, $29.50 each. Instruction book S135-137, $24 - Please add postage. Plus many other call or write your needs. Make check payable to: The H. H. Franklin Club Library, Lloyd P. Davis, RR 1, Box 3899, Rutland, VT 05701-9217 - Call Lloyd to see what he has, always something new! Phone 802.773.3590

2 Hour Video of 2002 100 year Franklin Celebration Available. Covers Syracuse, Activities at Cazenovia College, Two speeches by Sinclair Powell and speeches at the Cemetery about HH Franklin and John Wilkinson.
Send order to:
Dick Gaskill
14411 Ramblewood
Livonia, Michigan
rgaskill@twmi.rr.com
Make your check payable to: Dick Gaskill
$28.80 includes $3.85 for postage. Video is VHS.

Also available is a photo cd (for either PC or Mac) with 245 photos from the Trek plus the Michigan Fall Franklin Tour. Cost is just $14.95 plus $3.00 S&H ($17.95 Total)

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Need for Series 145 -- Throttle control in center of steering wheel, and throttle linkage from steering column to carb. Thank You, - Philip Myers, 1120 Jefferson, St. Lehighton, Pa. 18235. - Phone 610-377-2375, E-Mail: trainguy@ptd.net 9/09

Wanted: steering box for 1930 coupe 145 george plarre 910 233 1624 or 910 794 4450 email geopla910@bellsouth.net 6/09

I need two 32 X 3 1/2 clincher tires, any condition considered. Would prefer black smooth. Floyd Stober, Franklin member, 903-922-6351 5/09

I'm working on two Franklin steering boxes for friends one is series 9 and one is series 10. Both needs better gears and one needs a threaded end cap with good threads also looking for one good pitman arm. All good parts for these boxes are interesting to us. Any help is very much appreciated. Thanks. Contact e-mail: arve.tverraaen@fks.fmcti.com 4/09 (WebMaster: this gentlemen is in Norway)

Wanted: 1925 ser 11A Hood, I belive 11B would work. Also needed 2 STAR headlamp lenses or complete headlight bucket. 701-866-4806 or roadtriprod@yahoo.com 4/09

1929 Series 130, 4 dr sedan, cigar lighter, instrument board R-8204, 40938. John L. Lumley, 743 Snyder Hill Rd., Ithaca, NY 14850. 607-272-2612. or e-mail JFL2@CORNELL.EDU. 5/09

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Doug is a Franklin Club member and has repair/restored many Franklins and other old cars. 2010

ENGINE AND RUNNING GEAR RESTORATION, SERIES 10 TO 19

Neal L. Kissel
661 203 7513
e-mail - neal.kissel@Gmail.com 2011

Antique motor rebuilding

Reeve Enterprises
Mike and Patrick Reeve
4748 Syracuse Rd.
Cazenovia, N.Y. 13035
315-655-8812

Wood graining

Custom Graining
5321 Erron Hill Rd.
Locke, N.Y. 13092
315-729-5060
info@customgraining.com

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