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TROLLS AT PLAY

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It’s moving day for an unnamed boy and his family, who are headed to the Enchanted Village. Along the way, the boy sees fairy-tale characters and signs with poems that refer to well-known stories. The boy and his sister become increasingly curious as they meet the villagers, who pile into the back of their truck; the passengers include Humpty Dumpty, the Cheshire cat, and Cinderella. They finally arrive at “Grandma’s House,” the gingerbread house from “Hansel and Gretel.” All the … Read the rest

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Old Cars Restoration: Bedding your brakes

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Old Cars Restoration: Bedding your brakes

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The key to a successful brake system restoration is to ensure that designed braking surface exists. That means the full extent of the brake shoes are in contact with the drum, and that brake pads fully contact the rotor when applied.

Preparations

For drum brakes, the inside dimension of the drum should be consistent with the factory-specified inside diameter after it is machined to provide a smooth surface free of grooves and … Read the rest

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Old Cars Restoration: In with the good air

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Survival tips for automotive painting and the trick of painting the underside of vehicles. Keep yourself safe while completing a professional paint job.

Even tradition begins with a trend. Among hot rod painters today, there’s an unwritten rule of thumb: if we want our efforts to stay in style, we’d best adhere to a style that’s timeless. The early ’60s were good years for hot rods. Being just old enough to remember, I’ve been influenced by the trends of those … Read the rest

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