Fred & Jan: Welcome to the Club. Always nice to see one of the older Imperials. There is a process to enter pictures & a story of how you came into ownership of your 1950 Imperial. I haven't figured it out yet but some member will tell you how. I don't believe carrying a spare battery is necessary if the electric system is operating properly. I have installed a battery on/off switch on my car when it will not be driven for a while. As for the need of a jack, contact me privately at jcmartin@xxxxxxxxx Although not original equipment, it is a tripod jack which is much safer. Pleasant driving experiences lie ahead for you. ........ Jim ....... http://www.imperialclub.com/yr/1939/limo/martin/index.htm