Q&A

Q. I have set of old wooden spoke wheels that I cannot identify. I have looked at hundreds of pictures of old wheels and cannot find a match. I’m just wondering if anyone here would be able to identify them. … More »

Q. In answer to Ron Durkey of Clintonville, Wis., (March 7 Q&A), the rings belong on the rear fender spear of a 1956 Cadillac. See the accompanying photo of my Cadillac. There were nine rings per side, all of them … More »

Q. This is a picture of my uncle from many years ago. Can you help me identify his car? Also, who deals in under-dash hi-fis from the 1960s? — William H. Gunter, Stuart, Va. A. Your uncle’s car is a … More »

Q. Back in 1973, I took my new Chevrolet to the local dealer for routine service. While working on the car, the mechanic cleaned the black carbon buildup from the throat of the carburetor. (Back then they let you watch … More »

Q. On the domestic “Big Three” cars (plus AMC), when did AM/FM radios become available as a factory or dealer option? For GM, I’m going to guess by 1963 (witness Dan Espen’s ’63 Bonneville, Jan. 31 OCW), and it seems … More »

Q. I just got the Feb. 7 issue and read it over lunch.  I happen to own a 1928 Model 75 Gardner roadster. It was restored from a very complete car 30 years ago by my late father-in-law.  The headlamp … More »

Q. I’m wondering if you could identify this dashboard-mounted electric unit. It is about three inches square with two big terminals on the back, plus three small ones. Also on the back is stamped “Anti-Stall, Inc., Mt. Vernon, N.Y., 6 … More »

Q. I was told this tail light is for an old Indian motorcycle. Then someone else told me that he believes it is for an old automobile. I have no idea and am wondering if you might be able to … More »

Q. Some years ago, I purchased a mirror at a garage sale for a few dollars. I bought it because the back of the mirror was stamped “Boyce MotoMeter Light & Parking Lamp.”  I searched for any info on this … More »

Q. I just finished reading the article about the 2+2 1965 Pontiac with triple carburetors (Jan. 17 issue). What a great car! I was wondering when multiple carburetors were first offered as standard equipment or as optional equipment on U.S. … More »