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From: BOB FORD [BOB_FORD@compuserve.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 22, 2002 8:01 PM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
JAN 22, 2002
THIS LIST IS DESIGNED AS A MEANS FOR PEOPLE INTERESTED IN THE 1955, 1956,
AND 1957 CHEVROLETS TO COMMUNICATE WITH EACH OTHER. ALL OPINIONS
ARE WELCOME.
TO POST SOMETHING ON THIS LIST PLEASE E-MAIL YOUR POST TO
BOB_FORD@COMPUSERVE.COM
THERE IS NO COST TO BECOME A LIST MEMBER AND ONLY LIST MEMBERS ARE
ALLOWED TO POST SOMETHING ON THE LIST.
THIS 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST IS NOT SENT OUT ON ANY SET SCHEDULE SO IF YOU
WANT TO POST SOMETHING THAT CONTAINS A DATE, PLEASE SEND IT IN EARLY
SO I CAN GET IT OUT TO THE LIST MEMBERS BEFORE THE DATE OF THE EVENT.
PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR CITY AND STATE WITH YOUR POSTS. IF YOU ARE
POSTING SOMETHING FOR SALE PLEASE ALSO INCLUDE
1. YOUR PHONE NUMBER
2 THE PRICE
3. WHEN YOU WILL BE AT YOUR PHONE NUMBER AND YOUR TIME ZONE.
TAKE AS MUCH SPACE AS YOU WANT AND FULLY DESCRIBE WHAT YOU HAVE
FOR SALE OR WANT TO BUY.
YOUR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS LIST ARE WELCOME.
IF YOU WANT TO SEND ME E-MAIL THAT YOU DO NOT WANT ON THE LIST
PLEASE PUT "PRIVATE NOT FOR THE LIST' AS THE SUBJECT.
THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN THIS LIST ARE THE MEMBERS OPINIONS AND NOT
NECESSARILY MINE. I RESERVE THE RIGHT TO EDIT OUT ANY MATERIAL NOT
APPROPRIATE FOR THIS LIST.
PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR NAME AS THE LAST THING ON YOUR E-MAIL.
BECAUSE OF THE DANGER OF A VIRUS, PLEASE DO NOT SEND ATTACHMENTS
WITH YOUR E-MAIL. E-MAIL WITH ATTACHMENTS WILL NOT BE READ.
THANKS
BOB FORD
EDITOR
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:JanMowrey@aol.com, INTERNET:JanMowrey@aol.com
Hi Bob.
I still love your list and read it faithfully. Lot's of interesting stuff.
I notice you are not accepting attachments due to the increased chance of
viruses. I am the reader who emailed you some months ago and suggested you
switch to a Mac and run Windows as an emulation as a means of virus
avoidance.
You responded that it sounded worth looking into.
Since our exchange, the numbers and damage potential of Windows and
Microsoft
application viruses has increased dramatically. Mac remains almost
virus-free.
Therefore, I would like to remind you of this means of using the Internet
with far less danger.
It is, of course, important to use only non-Windows (not non-Microsoft)
software in conjunction with the Internet. In other words, you defeat
your
purpose if you browse using the Windows emulation and Windows-based
software.
You can, however, safely browse using Mac versions of Microsoft software.
Don't ask me why this is the case. All I know is, it works. I don't know
any
Windows users who have not caught a virus, except Newbies who don't use the
Internet much. At the same time, I don't know any Mac users who have
caught a
virus.
If avoiding downtime and repairs is important, this is worth considering.
Jan Mowrey
Editor's note. I am not an expert on PC's so what follows is just my
opinion. I
invite others to share their knowledge of the subject and tell me if what I
think is not correct.
A virus is any program that causes something bad to happen to your
computer.
In order for a virus to hurt your computer, you must execute the program.
Text that is
received as e-mail is 7 bit ASCII. Text can not be executed as a program
so text can never harm your
computer.
Only a program that is 8 bit ASCII that you execute can harm your computer.
The normal way a program (possible virus) is sent to anyone is as an
attachment. It is also
possible to download a program from a web site that is a virus. If you
delete all attachments sent
with your e-mail and you never download a program from a web site, you
probably will never have a
virus. It is also possible to copy a program (possible virus) from a
floppy drive or CD ROM to
your had disk. Just copying a program with a virus to your to your hard
drive does not harm
your computer. To cause harm, you must execute the program. However
Windows executes some
programs automatically if they exist so if you copy a program with a virus
that windows
executes automatically, you have caused harm to your computer.
It is not safe to execute an attachment even if you know the person sending
you
e-mail would not send you a virus. This is because some viruses send
themselves to everyone in
your address book without you knowing it. My rule is NEVER execute an
attachment no matter
who has sent it.
A virus on a Mac is unlikely for several reasons. First there are 10 PCs
running Windows for ever Mac. So if you want to cause the maximum about of
damage to PC's you
create a virus for Windows. Another reason is to create a virus, you must
find a weakness in the
operating system. Windows is a much more open operating system that the
system on the
Macs. That means that it is much easier to find information about the
Windows operating
system than the operating system on the Mac.
Converting from a Windows system to a Mac system is a difficult task. Many
of
the commercial software programs are not available on the Mac. Some Macs
can run Windows
programs in an emulation mode. This emulation mode is the source of many
problems for Windows
programs.
In general, if you started using Macs you will usually stay with Macs and
if
you started with PCs running DOS or Widows, you will usually stay with
Windows. It is just too
much a hassle to convert.
Macs are excellent computers and in some industries, they are the standard.
Macs usually do a better jobs with graphics than PCs.
I urge everyone on this list to get virus protection software AND make
frequent
backups of your important data. As you can imagine, I receive a lot of
e-mail and my virus
software flags about 1 virus ever week.
Also make a hard copy (paper) of important documents, lists, and your
e-mail
address book. You should make 2 copies of your backups and store one copy
off site.
I invite you comments on the above.
Like Jan, I have never heard of a Mac virus.
BOB
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To: "Bob Ford", BOB_FORD
From: "Charlie", INTERNET:chas108@3rdm.net
Hey Bob!
The "Wide Track" that Gary Howard is talking about is the 1959 Pontiac.
Talk
about making the most of a slogan...they still use it today to advertise
their
Grand Prix! Also '59 was the first year for the Pontiac split grille. They
dropped it for 1960 but I think it's been a styling theme ever since.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:ronsaddress@excite.com, INTERNET:ronsaddress@excite.com
Hi Bob, and everyone else. I'm new to the list, but look forward to being
a
member. I have a couple of questions about my 55 Bel Air HT. First, I
cannot
seem to get the front, passenger-side dash speaker removed. I have removed
the
two lower screws, which released the bottom of the speaker bracket, but it
still feels connected at the top of the bracket. I have looked through
both my
Factory Assembly Manual and my Mechanics Shop Manual, but I do not find
anything on this speaker. I really hate to remove the passenger-side bezel
and
clock, unless there is no other way. Any help??
Secondly, I would like to install seats with integrated seatbelts, or
integrate
some 3-points into a factory-style front bench seat. Anyone tried anything
like this yet? The aftermarket 3-point belts just look like I would have
to
mount the shoulder anchor too low, because of the Hardtop model design.
Once
again, any help or input would be appreciated.
Ronsaddress@excite.com
San Angelo, TX
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
In regard to Steve Vance's email, I DO HAVE 2 copies of Joel Whitburns
books. One from 1955-70(which is the one I faithfully use) & the one from
1955-'77. If anyone wants any info out of these books, email me & I will be
happy to answer any questions I can! Also, If anyone is computer
literate(which I am NOT), AND if you have capabilities to zero in on any
radio station in the country, try KVNI in Coeurd'Alene, Idaho! They
recently
changed their format to REAL OLDIES, & NOT the same ole stuff you hear on
MOST U.S. oldies stations! They have played such songs as: Hearts of Stone
by
The Jewels, Gee- The Crows, We Belong Together-Robert & Johnny, etc, etc.
At
this time, they're Playing Lucille- Little Richard. A GREAT
station------------FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Richard
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
>
> What car was introduced in what year that was advertised as the " NewWide
> track ride?"
Was it the "Pacer" Richard
Editor's note. There was a commercial where they cut the back and front
off a
Pacer and drove a Falcon through it. I think their slogan was the first
wide
small car.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Rocketwgn@aol.com, INTERNET:Rocketwgn@aol.com
Hi Bob
I need some help from the over sixty guys. I'm in bad need of some valves.
The application is 56-62 chev hi -perf, These valves are cut on the back
side
and swirl polished. 172 in,150 ex. These valves were stock items from the
GM
factory.
If anybody can give me a hand on any new or used stock please get in
touch.
Cliff Mowrey
rocketwgn@aol.com
Yakima, Wa
509-966-7835
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:NomadMan55@aol.com, INTERNET:NomadMan55@aol.com
Bob,
I agree with Jeff about Ebay. I have been buying and selling on Ebay for 3
years now. I also noticed that lately, most sellers wait till the buyer
leaves feedback before they leave it for the buyer. Like Jeff said, this is
kind of intimidation by the seller. Even if you are unhappy with the item,
you are afraid to leave negative feedback because the seller will leave you
negative feeback in retaliation. I know, because it has happened to me. I
paid for the item the same day the auction ended with PayPal, but the
seller
wrote in his neutral feedback that I was slow in payment. This came after I
wrote neutral feedback for him charging $4.00 for shipping that cost him
only
34 cents!
I believe that once the seller has received payment, the buyer has
completed his end of the deal. That is when the seller should leave
feedback.
And it should be based soleyon his response time to the seller's emails and
the time period in which the payment is received. Not on what kind of
feedback the buyer leaves the seller.
- Warren
PS- I hope you are feeling better Bob.
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:gary.w.krier@gm.com, INTERNET:gary.w.krier@gm.com
With reference to Gary Howard's question on the "New Widetrack Ride"
vehicle
manufacturer's advertising, GM Pontiac marketing used the term twice.
First
time was for the introduction of the Model Year 1959 Pontiac Bonneville and
the
second time was for the introduction of the Model Year 1997 Pontiac Grand
Prix.
Gary Krier, Shelby Township, MI.
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com, INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com
Pontiac started using this in their advertising for the '59 models - and
indeed
the track was wider, except for Canadian-built Ponchos (which used Chevy
frames
and running gear).
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Mark C Bach, INTERNET:m_bach@juno.com
Does anybody know the precise angles the Chevy bow tie is supposed to
have and the ratio of height to width?
Mark
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Raeber57@aol.com, INTERNET:Raeber57@aol.com
Bob, I have sold about 5 or 6 items on ebay, only once had a problem
selling. The buyer opted to Buy It Now on a 1994 Chevy truck grille, but I
never heard from him, no not even once. The other sales went smoothly for
the
buyers and I. I also have bought about 20 or more Tonka toys without a
hitch. I also bought about a dozen or so parts for my Harley Davidson
without
a hitch. So overall, my transactions have been very good experiences. These
transactions have been mostly under $200, I would be hesitant to spend much
more than that, though. I have heard from reliable sources that ebay
expects
bidders to bid once and only once on any one item. They say that if ebay
catches a bidder entering several bids to clip the current high bidder by a
small margin, they can actually run that bid up even more to discourage
that
practice. Therefore, I always assess my highest bid carefully and submit
one
or two bids at the most. <Nick> 55 2dr. sedan
Editor's note. Here is a way I have used to buy things on E-bay that I
really
want that seems to work every time. I print out the description of the
item
and when the auction is over. Say it is over a 9AM on the 31st.
I place a bid at 8:55 AM for the item. Sometimes this bid is not large
enough
to be the high bid. I keep increasing my bid until I am the high bidder.
E-bay sends a message to the former high bidder when he/she is outbid. By
the
time they get the e-mail message, it is too late. The bidding is over.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Rolasan@aol.com, INTERNET:Rolasan@aol.com
The new wide track ride was on the '59 Pontiac. Pretty sure.
Regards, Bob Sanford
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To: "'Ford, Bob'", BOB_FORD
From: DON NEIGHBORS, INTERNET:DNEIGHBO@linkbelt.com
A man left work one Friday afternoon. But being payday, instead of going
home, he stayed out the entire weekend partying with the boys and spending
his entire week's wages. When he finally appeared at home on Sunday night
he was confronted by a very angry wife and was barraged for nearly two
hours with a tirade befitting his actions.
Finally his wife stopped the nagging and simply said to him, "How would
you like it if you didn't see me for two or three days?"
To which he replied, "That would be fine with me."
Monday went by and he didn't see his wife. Tuesday and Wednesday came and
went with the same results. Come Thursday, the swelling went down just
enough where he could see her a little out of the corner of his left eye.
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: INTERNET:PERGIE1@aol.com, INTERNET:PERGIE1@aol.com
Hi Bob,
Mark Bach gave us your e-mail address...my wife and I are looking for a 4
door hardtop 1956 Bel Air...if anyone has one out there, we sure would
appreciate hearing from them...we want a "daily driver", not a project nor
show car...just something nice the lady can drive to work!
Thanks!
Jim and Sherry Perguson
Mesa. Arizona
480-357-4200
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "B.Lynch", INTERNET:roybobroy@wesnet.com
Hi Bob,
On the past couple of lists you've sent out I see several people have
commented
on Ebay purchases.
I have purchased some Nascar pieces off Ebay with fairly good results.
I ..NEVER.. post feedback about my experience with the Seller UNTIL .... I
receive what I've purchased.
You also asked about the 700R4 overdrive tranny. Can't say about how it'll
react mated with a 283, but my '86 Monte Carlo LS has a factory installed
700R4
behind a 305.
Always been a good tranny and decent gas mileage. That is until the time I
let
my girlfriend drive my Monte Carlo and she
scrapped the torqconverter.
(She needs to have her lead foot surgically removed)
Thanks. RJ
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:calebs3@juno.com, INTERNET:calebs3@juno.com
bob thanks for the great job you do i hope your feeling better please
post this 55 on your list
1955 bel air 4 dr rolling body only off the road since 1966 was a v8
p.g. car /// has some small damage on rear quarter down by bumper /
needs totaly restored .very little bad rust on this car /// no bel air
dash trim// no hubcaps//does not have orig. wheels but is a roller ..//no
radio // no title or tag but vin plate and cowel are in tact car
has never been repainted [ turq.@ white ] so what you see is it.
nothing hidden by body filler and primer / hood not orig it came from
some other 55 ///all glass is good //i also have two extra pass.side
doors off a 210 that go with it //// and have a running 6 cyl p.g.
coming out of a 55 2 dr 150 driver that i would sell but is not a part
of this deal /// also have a 6 cyl.p.g. that came out of a 57 210.//iit
was not running when i pulled it guy said it had a knock in it ///call
or e- mail questions robert 1-405-376-5504 mustang oklahoma
e-mail calebs3@ juno.com
price is 950.00 on car
150 .00on 57 eng @trans thats out @ i dont know yet on one
thats still in car but if interested have to see thanks for your help
bob
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:OLDCARS55@aol.com, INTERNET:OLDCARS55@aol.com
Bob,
(This is not meant to be an advertisement for my services. I simply
thought
that I had something to contribute to your list community, so I offer these
remarks. Please do not circulate this portion of the letter -- or if you
have problems with the text please let me know.).
For the past several years (since April. 1998) I have been buying and
selling
items on a commission basis on eBay for a growing number of clients.
During
this time I have made some serious true believers among them -- mostly
vendors of antiques, collectibles, coins, musical instruments and a large
variety of other consumer items.
Last year just before Christmas, I sold a 1994 TREK, by Safari motor home
with a 3.9 liter Isuzu turbo-Diesel engine with 50,000 miles on the
odometer.
This stunning vehicle sold for $30,000. Likewise, I have sold auto parts
and wheels, motorcycles, motorcycle parts, aviation parts and radios and
automotive test equipment on the site. In most instances I was able to
fetch
dollar amounts for this merchandise which far exceeded what people who live
in this geographic area are willing to or able to pay for such commodities.
Although I have listed several classic cars in the past, I have found that
unless they are extremely rare or in pristine condition, they are at best a
very difficult sell. Potential buyers do want to touch, feel, smell and
drive whatever vehicle they might be considering before shelling out huge
amounts of cash for them. Conversely, potential sellers many times ask to
establish unrealistic reserve prices for items they with to sell. In the
instance of the motor home, both the buyer and the seller knew precisely
what they had, and the buyer sent a cashier's check for 1/2 of the total
purchase price before traveling here (southwestern Indiana) from the Kansas
City area. This was after several telephone calls to my client who was
fabulous and very patient throughout the entire ordeal.
As with all commerce in this country and anywhere else in the world (and I
have sold many items overseas) there are going to be some swindling
scumbags
out there whose outrageous behavior will potentially taint the image of
those
who are responsible vendors and first-party sellers. This is not a unique
feature to eBay.
However, having been a party to literally hundreds of transactions both as
a
seller and as a buyer of license plates, auto parts and other collectible
items, I can honestly say that the overwhelming majority of people with
whom
I have done business within the eBay community have been courteous,
punctual
and a total joy to do business with.
One of the outstanding features of Internet sales is the remarkable things
you can learn in the process of listing and selling beautiful items --
factual information, anecdotal stories and accounts, even the date a
certain
item was manufactured if it has a posted serial number which you record in
the listing.
I feel very sorry for the individual who was rooked on a deal gone bad --
perhaps he should consider civil, legal action. This is the one criticism
I
have long held regarding eBay -- they do not stand behind the seller in the
event that a buyer welches on a deal -- and it is virtually impossible to
persuade local law enforcement to investigate instances of Internet fraud.
The feedback system is also imperfect. It is very easy for a fraudulent
seller or buyer to simply cancel his account with eBay on a moments notice
and disappear from cyberspace commerce.
That is not to say that the company is without faults. I have repeatedly
found in the past that executives in the highest levels of eBay pay
absolutely no attention to the suggestions and comments of successful
sellers
or those who have valid criticisms of company policies. Their lack of
marketing and advertising in relatively unimportant markets such as this
region of the country in lieu of foreign investments is also very
troubling.
The media, by latching onto many of the outrageous stories they report,
does
us all a tremendous disservice instead of accurately reflecting what
actually
transpires on the site.
But for those of you who have quality collectibles, classic cars and parts
to
sell, eBay should simply be view as a tool and an alternative to live
auctions, space advertising (one of the reasons newspapers view the site as
such a threat) and other methods of selling commodities. Its at times an
imperfect tool -- but one which works exceptionally well in the
overwhelming
majority of instances.
I would be happy to answer any questions you might have about my personal
experiences.
David Scott Coker, Internet Sales Consutant
oldcars55 Interenet Marketing
(812) 423-0403
oldcars55@aol.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: GATOR CONLEY, INTERNET:gatorconley@yahoo.com
Hi Bob, This is Gator Conley. I just wanted to thank
you for the list. I was wondering if anyone has any
ideas of how to send a 57 chevy one piece front bumper
cross country for a fairly reasonable price. The
cheapest that I have found is $125.00. Any help would
be appreciated. Thanks Gator
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Klasicjon@aol.com, INTERNET:Klasicjon@aol.com
To Richard (Lovemy56),
Regarding the term "on the wagon". I think it came during prohibition days
when a group of woment were traveling around the country on a horse drawn
wagon preaching the evils of alcohol, thus if you quit drinking you were on
the wagon (with them).
And regarding Ebay rip-off. You are absolutely right! Until that one
moment
of weakness, I would never buy a car that I had not seen or driven and I
was
vehement with friends to do the same. But the guy seemed! so honest
however,
pictures lie. I guarantee you it will never happen again. However, I
don't
see what it has to do with my integrity. studity; maybe.
John
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: dave & pam durchenwald, INTERNET:dandpdurch@webtv.net
I believe the 1959 Pontiac had "Wide Track" ride.... Dave Durchenwald,
1956 Bel Air 2-dr post....
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:alamo@netins.net, INTERNET:alamo@netins.net
BOB, RE: THE RADIO STATIC AND BRAKE LIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS; A LOT OF THE
TIMES
THE GREASE PUT IN THE SOCKETS TO MAKE SURE CONTACT IS GOOD ACTUALLY
CAN
CAUSE THE TWO POSTS TO SHORT ACROSS A LITTLE BIT. ALSO THE FILAMENT
CAN
SHORT OUT AS WELL. THESE THINGS CAN CREATE ALL KINDS OF WEIRD
PROBLEMS IN
THE SYSTEM, I.E. STEP ON BRAKE AND DASH LIGHTS COME ON, ETC.
WE'VE CLOSED OUR ANTIQUE SHOP TO SELL EVERYTHING ON EBAY. I HAVE
WELL OVER
500 FEEDBACK HICKIES AND CAN ONLY SUGGEST THERE'S NO SUBSTITUTE FOR
ASKING A
LOT OF QUESTIONS AND HAVING SOMEONE IN THE AREA OF THE CAR OR PARTS
TO
INSPECT FOR YOU. ALWAYS
REMEMBER MY OWN RULE: WHEN IN DOUBT,
DON'T.
THERE'S NO REAL REASON FOR "NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT" EITHER, UNLESS
SELLER IS
DELIVERING CAR OR MEETING PART WAY.
EBAY ALSO HAS AN ESCROW SERVICE AVAILABLE TO HOLD FUNDS UNTIL EACH
SIDE IS
SATISFIED. I'VE NEVER USED IT BUT THERE'S SMALL FEE THAT BUYER
NORMALLY
PAYS.
AT THE EXTREME, THE BUYER COULD ALWAYS USE HIS ATTORNEY TO HOLD
FUNDS IN
AGREEMENT WITH SELLER'S ATTORNEY UNTIL EACH SIDE IS SATISFIED. THAT IS,
IF
YOU TRUST ATTORNEYS.
AMOS.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:mears@mailexcel.com, INTERNET:mears@mailexcel.com
hey guys, like Tony I need your help on tires and wheels.
I have a 57 210, with stock quarter panels, stock inside lip and no fender
skirts, I want to know what size radial and rim I can fit without it
rubbing or
having to deflate the tires, and also what size
will fit if I do deflate the tires, any help would be appreciated, I picked
up
a set of 15" rims at the junk yard the other day, right now I'm running
225/70R14's, I like the amount of rubber meeting the road but would really
like
a lower profile, I'm thinkin 225/60R/15 with Porter Walls for that "pimp"
look... A pal of mine may be replacing a real nice set of 225/75R15 radials
and
has offered them to me at no cost, will they work? Anybody know?
Paul
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Kenneth L Ogle", INTERNET:kenneth.ogle@gte.net
Bob, you asked about anyone having good or bad buying experience on Ebay.
Well, look at mine.
One guy advertised a '57 Chevy 4 Barrel Air Cleaner' on Ebay with the
bidding
to start at $125. The first problem was it was not a 57. I asked him
several
questions, through Ebay, about the AC and the more he told me, the more I
was
convinced no part of it was a 57. He had one picture of it on Ebay mostly
showing the top which to the best I could see did not have the cutout for
the
radiator hose, the first dead give away. No one bid on the AC. I sent him
a
message through the Ebay ad asking some questions about dimensions, oil
bath
element, more pictures, etc. About the only response I got was that the
snorkel was 7" long. He also confirm that there was on cutout, but he
could
show me how to cut it out. I think this might have been a 56 AC. I made
an
offer and we haggled back and forth until we agreed on a price of $90
'including shipping'. I sent him a personal check which he received
12/10/01.
Two weeks went by and I had heard nothing so I emailed him to see if he got
the
check or what had happened. He said he had got the check but was waiting
for
it to clear. (It doesn't take 2 weeks for checks to clear anymore) He
told
me he did not have anything to pack it in but would get some and ship it
ASAP.
Today is 1/19/02 and I still have no AC. He told me he shipped it USPS
because
it was cheaper than UPS. He did not insure it or anything to track it. It
'apparently' is lost so I asked for my money back and he refused because he
said, "he would be out the money and the AC". I told him I bought an item
from
him and paid for the shipping and got nothing and if that had happened
through
a retailer, they would refund my money. Since this was a 'send a personal
offer' on Ebay, I can not leave 'negative' feedback about the seller
because
there is no record that it sold on Ebay. He has many positive feedbacks,
but
also has 3 negative, one very much like me, shipping problems. I called
the
postal service and since he did not insure the item or ask or delivery
confirmation, there is nothing they can do. I told him this was fraud and
he
acted like I insulted him. Well, I sure would like to.
Any suggestions. I think he lives in CA. Maybe you could go kick him for
me.
Thanks for all the hard work and as always 'GOD is LOVE and even more',
Ken Ogle
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:McGillis@aol.com, INTERNET:McGillis@aol.com
> Editor's note. In my opinion the, the person that knows the most about
> fuel injection is Chuck Smith in Calabasas. Check his web site at
> www.chucksmithcheys.com. If anyone would know the answers, Chuck
would.
> I hope he will respond to your questions. My guess it that it would
cost
> between $10,000 and $20,000 to convert a motor to fuel injection. It is
> not cheap. Every product I have seen that Chuck Smith makes has always
> been the finest quality.
> BOB
*******************************
Bob, if you add a "V" in Chevys, the link works.
Dennis McGillis
Editor's note. Thanks Dennis. My proofreading is not what it should be
as
you have pointed out.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:DERION57@aol.com, INTERNET:DERION57@aol.com
Hi Bob, This is my guess to Gary Howard's question. "What car was
introduced
in what year that was advertised as the " NewWide track ride?"
1966 Pontiac GTO
Also anybody interested in buying old copies of Classic Chevy Magazine. I
have almost 15 years or more. selling for $2 a copy. just drop me a line at
derion57@aol.com
I also have a set of 57 corvette valve covers with the correct screws to
bolt
them on. These are not the reproduced ones. Mike Derion
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bill Kautz", INTERNET:kautz@home.com
Hi Bob,
This is for Gary Howard, who asked what car brand and in what year,
introduced "Wide
Track". The answer is the 1959 Pontiacs. Wild Bill
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end of 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST
BOB FORD
18091 MARK CIRCLE
VILLA PARK, CALIFORNIA 92861-2648
BOB_FORD@COMPUSERVE.COM
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/BOB_FORD/
VOICE 714-637-8877
FAX 714-637-2955
Editor of the 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST and TURBOGLIDE REGISTRY
I plan to live forever. So far so good.
Sent: Tuesday, January 22, 2002 8:01 PM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
JAN 22, 2002
THIS LIST IS DESIGNED AS A MEANS FOR PEOPLE INTERESTED IN THE 1955, 1956,
AND 1957 CHEVROLETS TO COMMUNICATE WITH EACH OTHER. ALL OPINIONS
ARE WELCOME.
TO POST SOMETHING ON THIS LIST PLEASE E-MAIL YOUR POST TO
BOB_FORD@COMPUSERVE.COM
THERE IS NO COST TO BECOME A LIST MEMBER AND ONLY LIST MEMBERS ARE
ALLOWED TO POST SOMETHING ON THE LIST.
THIS 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST IS NOT SENT OUT ON ANY SET SCHEDULE SO IF YOU
WANT TO POST SOMETHING THAT CONTAINS A DATE, PLEASE SEND IT IN EARLY
SO I CAN GET IT OUT TO THE LIST MEMBERS BEFORE THE DATE OF THE EVENT.
PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR CITY AND STATE WITH YOUR POSTS. IF YOU ARE
POSTING SOMETHING FOR SALE PLEASE ALSO INCLUDE
1. YOUR PHONE NUMBER
2 THE PRICE
3. WHEN YOU WILL BE AT YOUR PHONE NUMBER AND YOUR TIME ZONE.
TAKE AS MUCH SPACE AS YOU WANT AND FULLY DESCRIBE WHAT YOU HAVE
FOR SALE OR WANT TO BUY.
YOUR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS LIST ARE WELCOME.
IF YOU WANT TO SEND ME E-MAIL THAT YOU DO NOT WANT ON THE LIST
PLEASE PUT "PRIVATE NOT FOR THE LIST' AS THE SUBJECT.
THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN THIS LIST ARE THE MEMBERS OPINIONS AND NOT
NECESSARILY MINE. I RESERVE THE RIGHT TO EDIT OUT ANY MATERIAL NOT
APPROPRIATE FOR THIS LIST.
PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR NAME AS THE LAST THING ON YOUR E-MAIL.
BECAUSE OF THE DANGER OF A VIRUS, PLEASE DO NOT SEND ATTACHMENTS
WITH YOUR E-MAIL. E-MAIL WITH ATTACHMENTS WILL NOT BE READ.
THANKS
BOB FORD
EDITOR
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:JanMowrey@aol.com, INTERNET:JanMowrey@aol.com
Hi Bob.
I still love your list and read it faithfully. Lot's of interesting stuff.
I notice you are not accepting attachments due to the increased chance of
viruses. I am the reader who emailed you some months ago and suggested you
switch to a Mac and run Windows as an emulation as a means of virus
avoidance.
You responded that it sounded worth looking into.
Since our exchange, the numbers and damage potential of Windows and
Microsoft
application viruses has increased dramatically. Mac remains almost
virus-free.
Therefore, I would like to remind you of this means of using the Internet
with far less danger.
It is, of course, important to use only non-Windows (not non-Microsoft)
software in conjunction with the Internet. In other words, you defeat
your
purpose if you browse using the Windows emulation and Windows-based
software.
You can, however, safely browse using Mac versions of Microsoft software.
Don't ask me why this is the case. All I know is, it works. I don't know
any
Windows users who have not caught a virus, except Newbies who don't use the
Internet much. At the same time, I don't know any Mac users who have
caught a
virus.
If avoiding downtime and repairs is important, this is worth considering.
Jan Mowrey
Editor's note. I am not an expert on PC's so what follows is just my
opinion. I
invite others to share their knowledge of the subject and tell me if what I
think is not correct.
A virus is any program that causes something bad to happen to your
computer.
In order for a virus to hurt your computer, you must execute the program.
Text that is
received as e-mail is 7 bit ASCII. Text can not be executed as a program
so text can never harm your
computer.
Only a program that is 8 bit ASCII that you execute can harm your computer.
The normal way a program (possible virus) is sent to anyone is as an
attachment. It is also
possible to download a program from a web site that is a virus. If you
delete all attachments sent
with your e-mail and you never download a program from a web site, you
probably will never have a
virus. It is also possible to copy a program (possible virus) from a
floppy drive or CD ROM to
your had disk. Just copying a program with a virus to your to your hard
drive does not harm
your computer. To cause harm, you must execute the program. However
Windows executes some
programs automatically if they exist so if you copy a program with a virus
that windows
executes automatically, you have caused harm to your computer.
It is not safe to execute an attachment even if you know the person sending
you
e-mail would not send you a virus. This is because some viruses send
themselves to everyone in
your address book without you knowing it. My rule is NEVER execute an
attachment no matter
who has sent it.
A virus on a Mac is unlikely for several reasons. First there are 10 PCs
running Windows for ever Mac. So if you want to cause the maximum about of
damage to PC's you
create a virus for Windows. Another reason is to create a virus, you must
find a weakness in the
operating system. Windows is a much more open operating system that the
system on the
Macs. That means that it is much easier to find information about the
Windows operating
system than the operating system on the Mac.
Converting from a Windows system to a Mac system is a difficult task. Many
of
the commercial software programs are not available on the Mac. Some Macs
can run Windows
programs in an emulation mode. This emulation mode is the source of many
problems for Windows
programs.
In general, if you started using Macs you will usually stay with Macs and
if
you started with PCs running DOS or Widows, you will usually stay with
Windows. It is just too
much a hassle to convert.
Macs are excellent computers and in some industries, they are the standard.
Macs usually do a better jobs with graphics than PCs.
I urge everyone on this list to get virus protection software AND make
frequent
backups of your important data. As you can imagine, I receive a lot of
e-mail and my virus
software flags about 1 virus ever week.
Also make a hard copy (paper) of important documents, lists, and your
address book. You should make 2 copies of your backups and store one copy
off site.
I invite you comments on the above.
Like Jan, I have never heard of a Mac virus.
BOB
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To: "Bob Ford", BOB_FORD
From: "Charlie", INTERNET:chas108@3rdm.net
Hey Bob!
The "Wide Track" that Gary Howard is talking about is the 1959 Pontiac.
Talk
about making the most of a slogan...they still use it today to advertise
their
Grand Prix! Also '59 was the first year for the Pontiac split grille. They
dropped it for 1960 but I think it's been a styling theme ever since.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:ronsaddress@excite.com, INTERNET:ronsaddress@excite.com
Hi Bob, and everyone else. I'm new to the list, but look forward to being
a
member. I have a couple of questions about my 55 Bel Air HT. First, I
cannot
seem to get the front, passenger-side dash speaker removed. I have removed
the
two lower screws, which released the bottom of the speaker bracket, but it
still feels connected at the top of the bracket. I have looked through
both my
Factory Assembly Manual and my Mechanics Shop Manual, but I do not find
anything on this speaker. I really hate to remove the passenger-side bezel
and
clock, unless there is no other way. Any help??
Secondly, I would like to install seats with integrated seatbelts, or
integrate
some 3-points into a factory-style front bench seat. Anyone tried anything
like this yet? The aftermarket 3-point belts just look like I would have
to
mount the shoulder anchor too low, because of the Hardtop model design.
Once
again, any help or input would be appreciated.
Ronsaddress@excite.com
San Angelo, TX
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
In regard to Steve Vance's email, I DO HAVE 2 copies of Joel Whitburns
books. One from 1955-70(which is the one I faithfully use) & the one from
1955-'77. If anyone wants any info out of these books, email me & I will be
happy to answer any questions I can! Also, If anyone is computer
literate(which I am NOT), AND if you have capabilities to zero in on any
radio station in the country, try KVNI in Coeurd'Alene, Idaho! They
recently
changed their format to REAL OLDIES, & NOT the same ole stuff you hear on
MOST U.S. oldies stations! They have played such songs as: Hearts of Stone
by
The Jewels, Gee- The Crows, We Belong Together-Robert & Johnny, etc, etc.
At
this time, they're Playing Lucille- Little Richard. A GREAT
station------------FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Richard
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
>
> What car was introduced in what year that was advertised as the " NewWide
> track ride?"
Was it the "Pacer" Richard
Editor's note. There was a commercial where they cut the back and front
off a
Pacer and drove a Falcon through it. I think their slogan was the first
wide
small car.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Rocketwgn@aol.com, INTERNET:Rocketwgn@aol.com
Hi Bob
I need some help from the over sixty guys. I'm in bad need of some valves.
The application is 56-62 chev hi -perf, These valves are cut on the back
side
and swirl polished. 172 in,150 ex. These valves were stock items from the
GM
factory.
If anybody can give me a hand on any new or used stock please get in
touch.
Cliff Mowrey
rocketwgn@aol.com
Yakima, Wa
509-966-7835
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:NomadMan55@aol.com, INTERNET:NomadMan55@aol.com
Bob,
I agree with Jeff about Ebay. I have been buying and selling on Ebay for 3
years now. I also noticed that lately, most sellers wait till the buyer
leaves feedback before they leave it for the buyer. Like Jeff said, this is
kind of intimidation by the seller. Even if you are unhappy with the item,
you are afraid to leave negative feedback because the seller will leave you
negative feeback in retaliation. I know, because it has happened to me. I
paid for the item the same day the auction ended with PayPal, but the
seller
wrote in his neutral feedback that I was slow in payment. This came after I
wrote neutral feedback for him charging $4.00 for shipping that cost him
only
34 cents!
I believe that once the seller has received payment, the buyer has
completed his end of the deal. That is when the seller should leave
feedback.
And it should be based soleyon his response time to the seller's emails and
the time period in which the payment is received. Not on what kind of
feedback the buyer leaves the seller.
- Warren
PS- I hope you are feeling better Bob.
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:gary.w.krier@gm.com, INTERNET:gary.w.krier@gm.com
With reference to Gary Howard's question on the "New Widetrack Ride"
vehicle
manufacturer's advertising, GM Pontiac marketing used the term twice.
First
time was for the introduction of the Model Year 1959 Pontiac Bonneville and
the
second time was for the introduction of the Model Year 1997 Pontiac Grand
Prix.
Gary Krier, Shelby Township, MI.
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com, INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com
Pontiac started using this in their advertising for the '59 models - and
indeed
the track was wider, except for Canadian-built Ponchos (which used Chevy
frames
and running gear).
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Mark C Bach, INTERNET:m_bach@juno.com
Does anybody know the precise angles the Chevy bow tie is supposed to
have and the ratio of height to width?
Mark
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Raeber57@aol.com, INTERNET:Raeber57@aol.com
Bob, I have sold about 5 or 6 items on ebay, only once had a problem
selling. The buyer opted to Buy It Now on a 1994 Chevy truck grille, but I
never heard from him, no not even once. The other sales went smoothly for
the
buyers and I. I also have bought about 20 or more Tonka toys without a
hitch. I also bought about a dozen or so parts for my Harley Davidson
without
a hitch. So overall, my transactions have been very good experiences. These
transactions have been mostly under $200, I would be hesitant to spend much
more than that, though. I have heard from reliable sources that ebay
expects
bidders to bid once and only once on any one item. They say that if ebay
catches a bidder entering several bids to clip the current high bidder by a
small margin, they can actually run that bid up even more to discourage
that
practice. Therefore, I always assess my highest bid carefully and submit
one
or two bids at the most. <Nick> 55 2dr. sedan
Editor's note. Here is a way I have used to buy things on E-bay that I
really
want that seems to work every time. I print out the description of the
item
and when the auction is over. Say it is over a 9AM on the 31st.
I place a bid at 8:55 AM for the item. Sometimes this bid is not large
enough
to be the high bid. I keep increasing my bid until I am the high bidder.
E-bay sends a message to the former high bidder when he/she is outbid. By
the
time they get the e-mail message, it is too late. The bidding is over.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Rolasan@aol.com, INTERNET:Rolasan@aol.com
The new wide track ride was on the '59 Pontiac. Pretty sure.
Regards, Bob Sanford
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To: "'Ford, Bob'", BOB_FORD
From: DON NEIGHBORS, INTERNET:DNEIGHBO@linkbelt.com
A man left work one Friday afternoon. But being payday, instead of going
home, he stayed out the entire weekend partying with the boys and spending
his entire week's wages. When he finally appeared at home on Sunday night
he was confronted by a very angry wife and was barraged for nearly two
hours with a tirade befitting his actions.
Finally his wife stopped the nagging and simply said to him, "How would
you like it if you didn't see me for two or three days?"
To which he replied, "That would be fine with me."
Monday went by and he didn't see his wife. Tuesday and Wednesday came and
went with the same results. Come Thursday, the swelling went down just
enough where he could see her a little out of the corner of his left eye.
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: INTERNET:PERGIE1@aol.com, INTERNET:PERGIE1@aol.com
Hi Bob,
Mark Bach gave us your e-mail address...my wife and I are looking for a 4
door hardtop 1956 Bel Air...if anyone has one out there, we sure would
appreciate hearing from them...we want a "daily driver", not a project nor
show car...just something nice the lady can drive to work!
Thanks!
Jim and Sherry Perguson
Mesa. Arizona
480-357-4200
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "B.Lynch", INTERNET:roybobroy@wesnet.com
Hi Bob,
On the past couple of lists you've sent out I see several people have
commented
on Ebay purchases.
I have purchased some Nascar pieces off Ebay with fairly good results.
I ..NEVER.. post feedback about my experience with the Seller UNTIL .... I
receive what I've purchased.
You also asked about the 700R4 overdrive tranny. Can't say about how it'll
react mated with a 283, but my '86 Monte Carlo LS has a factory installed
700R4
behind a 305.
Always been a good tranny and decent gas mileage. That is until the time I
let
my girlfriend drive my Monte Carlo and she
scrapped the torqconverter.
(She needs to have her lead foot surgically removed)
Thanks. RJ
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:calebs3@juno.com, INTERNET:calebs3@juno.com
bob thanks for the great job you do i hope your feeling better please
post this 55 on your list
1955 bel air 4 dr rolling body only off the road since 1966 was a v8
p.g. car /// has some small damage on rear quarter down by bumper /
needs totaly restored .very little bad rust on this car /// no bel air
dash trim// no hubcaps//does not have orig. wheels but is a roller ..//no
radio // no title or tag but vin plate and cowel are in tact car
has never been repainted [ turq.@ white ] so what you see is it.
nothing hidden by body filler and primer / hood not orig it came from
some other 55 ///all glass is good //i also have two extra pass.side
doors off a 210 that go with it //// and have a running 6 cyl p.g.
coming out of a 55 2 dr 150 driver that i would sell but is not a part
of this deal /// also have a 6 cyl.p.g. that came out of a 57 210.//iit
was not running when i pulled it guy said it had a knock in it ///call
or e- mail questions robert 1-405-376-5504 mustang oklahoma
e-mail calebs3@ juno.com
price is 950.00 on car
150 .00on 57 eng @trans thats out @ i dont know yet on one
thats still in car but if interested have to see thanks for your help
bob
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:OLDCARS55@aol.com, INTERNET:OLDCARS55@aol.com
Bob,
(This is not meant to be an advertisement for my services. I simply
thought
that I had something to contribute to your list community, so I offer these
remarks. Please do not circulate this portion of the letter -- or if you
have problems with the text please let me know.).
For the past several years (since April. 1998) I have been buying and
selling
items on a commission basis on eBay for a growing number of clients.
During
this time I have made some serious true believers among them -- mostly
vendors of antiques, collectibles, coins, musical instruments and a large
variety of other consumer items.
Last year just before Christmas, I sold a 1994 TREK, by Safari motor home
with a 3.9 liter Isuzu turbo-Diesel engine with 50,000 miles on the
odometer.
This stunning vehicle sold for $30,000. Likewise, I have sold auto parts
and wheels, motorcycles, motorcycle parts, aviation parts and radios and
automotive test equipment on the site. In most instances I was able to
fetch
dollar amounts for this merchandise which far exceeded what people who live
in this geographic area are willing to or able to pay for such commodities.
Although I have listed several classic cars in the past, I have found that
unless they are extremely rare or in pristine condition, they are at best a
very difficult sell. Potential buyers do want to touch, feel, smell and
drive whatever vehicle they might be considering before shelling out huge
amounts of cash for them. Conversely, potential sellers many times ask to
establish unrealistic reserve prices for items they with to sell. In the
instance of the motor home, both the buyer and the seller knew precisely
what they had, and the buyer sent a cashier's check for 1/2 of the total
purchase price before traveling here (southwestern Indiana) from the Kansas
City area. This was after several telephone calls to my client who was
fabulous and very patient throughout the entire ordeal.
As with all commerce in this country and anywhere else in the world (and I
have sold many items overseas) there are going to be some swindling
scumbags
out there whose outrageous behavior will potentially taint the image of
those
who are responsible vendors and first-party sellers. This is not a unique
feature to eBay.
However, having been a party to literally hundreds of transactions both as
a
seller and as a buyer of license plates, auto parts and other collectible
items, I can honestly say that the overwhelming majority of people with
whom
I have done business within the eBay community have been courteous,
punctual
and a total joy to do business with.
One of the outstanding features of Internet sales is the remarkable things
you can learn in the process of listing and selling beautiful items --
factual information, anecdotal stories and accounts, even the date a
certain
item was manufactured if it has a posted serial number which you record in
the listing.
I feel very sorry for the individual who was rooked on a deal gone bad --
perhaps he should consider civil, legal action. This is the one criticism
I
have long held regarding eBay -- they do not stand behind the seller in the
event that a buyer welches on a deal -- and it is virtually impossible to
persuade local law enforcement to investigate instances of Internet fraud.
The feedback system is also imperfect. It is very easy for a fraudulent
seller or buyer to simply cancel his account with eBay on a moments notice
and disappear from cyberspace commerce.
That is not to say that the company is without faults. I have repeatedly
found in the past that executives in the highest levels of eBay pay
absolutely no attention to the suggestions and comments of successful
sellers
or those who have valid criticisms of company policies. Their lack of
marketing and advertising in relatively unimportant markets such as this
region of the country in lieu of foreign investments is also very
troubling.
The media, by latching onto many of the outrageous stories they report,
does
us all a tremendous disservice instead of accurately reflecting what
actually
transpires on the site.
But for those of you who have quality collectibles, classic cars and parts
to
sell, eBay should simply be view as a tool and an alternative to live
auctions, space advertising (one of the reasons newspapers view the site as
such a threat) and other methods of selling commodities. Its at times an
imperfect tool -- but one which works exceptionally well in the
overwhelming
majority of instances.
I would be happy to answer any questions you might have about my personal
experiences.
David Scott Coker, Internet Sales Consutant
oldcars55 Interenet Marketing
(812) 423-0403
oldcars55@aol.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: GATOR CONLEY, INTERNET:gatorconley@yahoo.com
Hi Bob, This is Gator Conley. I just wanted to thank
you for the list. I was wondering if anyone has any
ideas of how to send a 57 chevy one piece front bumper
cross country for a fairly reasonable price. The
cheapest that I have found is $125.00. Any help would
be appreciated. Thanks Gator
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Klasicjon@aol.com, INTERNET:Klasicjon@aol.com
To Richard (Lovemy56),
Regarding the term "on the wagon". I think it came during prohibition days
when a group of woment were traveling around the country on a horse drawn
wagon preaching the evils of alcohol, thus if you quit drinking you were on
the wagon (with them).
And regarding Ebay rip-off. You are absolutely right! Until that one
moment
of weakness, I would never buy a car that I had not seen or driven and I
was
vehement with friends to do the same. But the guy seemed! so honest
however,
pictures lie. I guarantee you it will never happen again. However, I
don't
see what it has to do with my integrity. studity; maybe.
John
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: dave & pam durchenwald, INTERNET:dandpdurch@webtv.net
I believe the 1959 Pontiac had "Wide Track" ride.... Dave Durchenwald,
1956 Bel Air 2-dr post....
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:alamo@netins.net, INTERNET:alamo@netins.net
BOB, RE: THE RADIO STATIC AND BRAKE LIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS; A LOT OF THE
TIMES
THE GREASE PUT IN THE SOCKETS TO MAKE SURE CONTACT IS GOOD ACTUALLY
CAN
CAUSE THE TWO POSTS TO SHORT ACROSS A LITTLE BIT. ALSO THE FILAMENT
CAN
SHORT OUT AS WELL. THESE THINGS CAN CREATE ALL KINDS OF WEIRD
PROBLEMS IN
THE SYSTEM, I.E. STEP ON BRAKE AND DASH LIGHTS COME ON, ETC.
WE'VE CLOSED OUR ANTIQUE SHOP TO SELL EVERYTHING ON EBAY. I HAVE
WELL OVER
500 FEEDBACK HICKIES AND CAN ONLY SUGGEST THERE'S NO SUBSTITUTE FOR
ASKING A
LOT OF QUESTIONS AND HAVING SOMEONE IN THE AREA OF THE CAR OR PARTS
TO
INSPECT FOR YOU. ALWAYS
REMEMBER MY OWN RULE: WHEN IN DOUBT,
DON'T.
THERE'S NO REAL REASON FOR "NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT" EITHER, UNLESS
SELLER IS
DELIVERING CAR OR MEETING PART WAY.
EBAY ALSO HAS AN ESCROW SERVICE AVAILABLE TO HOLD FUNDS UNTIL EACH
SIDE IS
SATISFIED. I'VE NEVER USED IT BUT THERE'S SMALL FEE THAT BUYER
NORMALLY
PAYS.
AT THE EXTREME, THE BUYER COULD ALWAYS USE HIS ATTORNEY TO HOLD
FUNDS IN
AGREEMENT WITH SELLER'S ATTORNEY UNTIL EACH SIDE IS SATISFIED. THAT IS,
IF
YOU TRUST ATTORNEYS.
AMOS.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:mears@mailexcel.com, INTERNET:mears@mailexcel.com
hey guys, like Tony I need your help on tires and wheels.
I have a 57 210, with stock quarter panels, stock inside lip and no fender
skirts, I want to know what size radial and rim I can fit without it
rubbing or
having to deflate the tires, and also what size
will fit if I do deflate the tires, any help would be appreciated, I picked
up
a set of 15" rims at the junk yard the other day, right now I'm running
225/70R14's, I like the amount of rubber meeting the road but would really
like
a lower profile, I'm thinkin 225/60R/15 with Porter Walls for that "pimp"
look... A pal of mine may be replacing a real nice set of 225/75R15 radials
and
has offered them to me at no cost, will they work? Anybody know?
Paul
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Kenneth L Ogle", INTERNET:kenneth.ogle@gte.net
Bob, you asked about anyone having good or bad buying experience on Ebay.
Well, look at mine.
One guy advertised a '57 Chevy 4 Barrel Air Cleaner' on Ebay with the
bidding
to start at $125. The first problem was it was not a 57. I asked him
several
questions, through Ebay, about the AC and the more he told me, the more I
was
convinced no part of it was a 57. He had one picture of it on Ebay mostly
showing the top which to the best I could see did not have the cutout for
the
radiator hose, the first dead give away. No one bid on the AC. I sent him
a
message through the Ebay ad asking some questions about dimensions, oil
bath
element, more pictures, etc. About the only response I got was that the
snorkel was 7" long. He also confirm that there was on cutout, but he
could
show me how to cut it out. I think this might have been a 56 AC. I made
an
offer and we haggled back and forth until we agreed on a price of $90
'including shipping'. I sent him a personal check which he received
12/10/01.
Two weeks went by and I had heard nothing so I emailed him to see if he got
the
check or what had happened. He said he had got the check but was waiting
for
it to clear. (It doesn't take 2 weeks for checks to clear anymore) He
told
me he did not have anything to pack it in but would get some and ship it
ASAP.
Today is 1/19/02 and I still have no AC. He told me he shipped it USPS
because
it was cheaper than UPS. He did not insure it or anything to track it. It
'apparently' is lost so I asked for my money back and he refused because he
said, "he would be out the money and the AC". I told him I bought an item
from
him and paid for the shipping and got nothing and if that had happened
through
a retailer, they would refund my money. Since this was a 'send a personal
offer' on Ebay, I can not leave 'negative' feedback about the seller
because
there is no record that it sold on Ebay. He has many positive feedbacks,
but
also has 3 negative, one very much like me, shipping problems. I called
the
postal service and since he did not insure the item or ask or delivery
confirmation, there is nothing they can do. I told him this was fraud and
he
acted like I insulted him. Well, I sure would like to.
Any suggestions. I think he lives in CA. Maybe you could go kick him for
me.
Thanks for all the hard work and as always 'GOD is LOVE and even more',
Ken Ogle
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:McGillis@aol.com, INTERNET:McGillis@aol.com
> Editor's note. In my opinion the, the person that knows the most about
> fuel injection is Chuck Smith in Calabasas. Check his web site at
> www.chucksmithcheys.com. If anyone would know the answers, Chuck
would.
> I hope he will respond to your questions. My guess it that it would
cost
> between $10,000 and $20,000 to convert a motor to fuel injection. It is
> not cheap. Every product I have seen that Chuck Smith makes has always
> been the finest quality.
> BOB
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Bob, if you add a "V" in Chevys, the link works.
Dennis McGillis
Editor's note. Thanks Dennis. My proofreading is not what it should be
as
you have pointed out.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:DERION57@aol.com, INTERNET:DERION57@aol.com
Hi Bob, This is my guess to Gary Howard's question. "What car was
introduced
in what year that was advertised as the " NewWide track ride?"
1966 Pontiac GTO
Also anybody interested in buying old copies of Classic Chevy Magazine. I
have almost 15 years or more. selling for $2 a copy. just drop me a line at
derion57@aol.com
I also have a set of 57 corvette valve covers with the correct screws to
bolt
them on. These are not the reproduced ones. Mike Derion
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bill Kautz", INTERNET:kautz@home.com
Hi Bob,
This is for Gary Howard, who asked what car brand and in what year,
introduced "Wide
Track". The answer is the 1959 Pontiacs. Wild Bill
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BOB FORD
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I plan to live forever. So far so good.