TriChrome
03-07-2018, 01:03 AM
From: BOB FORD [BOB_FORD@compuserve.com]
Sent: March08¤é2002¦~Friday 9:22 AM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
MARCH 8,2002
THIS LIST IS DESIGNED AS A MEANS FOR PEOPLE INTERESTED IN THE 1955, 1956,
AND 1957 CHEVROLETS TO COMMUNICATE WITH EACH OTHER AND HAVE A
LITTLE FUN IN THE PROCESS. 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.
IF YOU BUY SOMETHING FROM A LIST MEMBER, PLEASE BE AWARE THAT I HAVE
NO WAY OF KNOWING THE QUALITY OF THE PRODUCT OR THE HONESTY OF THE
SELLER. BUYER BEWARE.
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: Bob Ford, BOB_FORD
From: Tamara Tresko, INTERNET:twtresko@pacbell.net
Hello, I am passing this on for this person... hope there is someone out
there that can help him. Tammy
From: "mark" <markz@peoplepc.com>
Sent: Thursday, March 07, 2002 6:22 PM
Subject: BoardRoom: 55-57 p/s pitman arm casting #??
Time: Fri, 08-Mar-2002 02:22:07 GMT IP: 63.210.75.82
Hi, can anyone tell me the casting number on the pitman with
p/s? My GM parts book list the part number and the number cast
on the arm for both non p/s arm and p/s arm. I have one steering
box and pitman arm that matches the non p/s casting number from
the GM book. I have a second steering box with pitman arm that
has a different bend to it. I think it should be the p/s type
arm except the number cast on it doesn't match the number the GM
parts book says should be cast on it. I would greatly appreciate
any help. Thanks Mark
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Lenny Schaeffer", INTERNET:D56chevy@attbi.com
Famous 50's Cruz In Car Show
10th Anniversary Show
Nevele Grand Resort
Rt 209
Ellenville NY
JUNE 13-16, 2002
(The BEST Father's Day Present )
Family Fun *Security Personnel 24 hours *Indoor Parking Available for all
'topless' vehicles*
Great FOOD and FRIENDLY Hotel STAFF
come join the fun!
******** Open to all Vehicles 1979 and older *******
Special staging for 1975 and newer custom TRUCKS
Dash Plaques for first 600 vehicles
Top 50 Awards
Parade thru Downtown Ellenville NY
Special Club Banner award
Special Best Beater Award
Neon Parade
Over 500 cars expected
Come one day or all weekend
A free CONCERT each night for participants (great vintage groups from your
past!)
$1000 American Racing rim Giveaway !
Burn out contest ! Flame Throwers !
DJ Music all weekend
Welcome Parties Friday & Saturday
TWO -8ft tall Best of show Trophies
(THIS EVENT IS NO LONGER ASSOCIATED WITH THE FRIAR TUCK RESORT - CATSKILL
NY)
Information: 518-356-3019 (John Stage) or email IMCARSHOWGUY@AOL.com .
Online application available at :
http://clubs.hemmings.com/bearingburners/famous50s.htm
Thanks Bob- the show promoter is a personal friend and is concerned about
people coming to the event this year as the location has been moved (to a
better place)after 9 years. Its a great family event and pretty drive. I
hope everyone in the East takes a chance and attends. I love this show and
it is a highlight of my summer season.
Lenny Schaeffer
President
Bearing Burners Car Club
Massachusetts
781-365-1322
http://home.attbi.com/~d56chevy
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Sandra Scott", INTERNET:sandyscott@peoplepc.com
To Pete from CA: We're from Lockport (notice spelling) and never even knew
about the place here. How did you find about it? We'll check it out and
get back.
Carl & Sandy
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Sam Woodard", INTERNET:swoodard@mmcable.com
Hi everyone. I have a 1957 chevy 4 door hardtop parts car / builder for
sale in Oklahoma. no motor or trans, no hood but very well could be built.
CHEAP I want 750.00 for it . you can email me at swoodard@mmcable.com and
I will help with questions or can send pictures. thanks from Oklahoma sam
woodard. Woodard Racing & Hot Rods ........
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Graeme Robinson, INTERNET:g.robinson@grcqs.com
The term suicide doors comes about by the fact that if you open that type
of door at speed it would be suicidal because it will rip the door from its
hinges, not like a regular opening door which would merely close shut under
the same circumstances.
Hi to our good friends Roger and Deb in Orlando
Graeme Robinson
55 Sport Coupe
66 Corvette Coupe
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Mike McDonough", INTERNET:m477@midwest.net
Hi Bob
I hope this finds all the list members doing great.
I don't know about any one else but here in the midwest
I have had all this winter I want. I am ready for spring and the car shows.
I would like to ask the list members a favor if I could?
If any one has a 57 chevy rim or knows some one who has one that they would
like to sell.
I need one for my spare tire. Please let me know. My e-mail address below
or my phone number is
618-242-3271 (after 3pm Illinois time).
Thanks to all and remember
"Lets Keep Those Try Fives Alive"
Mike
M477@Midwest.net
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Dover57@aol.com, INTERNET:Dover57@aol.com
Bob- Could you please post my "want Ad?" Thanks.
Looking for a '57 rear lower deck (trunk) molding. Have the two
outside pieces.
Frank. e-mail: Dover57@aol.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "56madmook", INTERNET:michaelbakotich@mediaone.net
i am getting rid of all my nomad parts to save for a big block 502 for my
56
nomad...i am selling all my nomad parts as a package deal...lot includes:
126 interior/exterior garnish moldings, over 30 pieces of cargo/seat
stainless, 4 liftgates, liftgate supports, 7 slider latches, 55 driver
fender molding, 2 56 nomad paint dividers, misc. tailgate rear seat
latches,
liftgate latches and plates, liftgate garnishes, 56 rear taillight Vs,
headliner bows, chrome window door frames, and would throw in lots of 56
chevy belair parts like hood bar extensions, birds, headlight bezels, stuff
like that too much to list...give me an email if you are interested in
anything...thank you. michaelbakotich@mediaone.net
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: tony, INTERNET:tonydoggydog@yahoo.com
about the 58 nomads, i didn't believe it when i was told there was a 58
nomad, i laughed, then the guy took me to his barn and showed me his, 4
door station wagon, with nomad insignia. the only thing the same is the
chrome on the rear of the car on the tailgate, other wise its a 4 door
station wagon, not a 2 door like the real nomad.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:NomadMan55@aol.com, INTERNET:NomadMan55@aol.com
Mike,
The 58' Nomad is a 4door and no where near as sharp looking or as valuable
as
the 2 door Tri-Fives.
- Warren
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:cest10@aol.com, INTERNET:cest10@aol.com
Bob
The 58 Nomad question brought to mind a question I have had for a long
time. Why to people think
2 door cars look so much better than 4 door cars?
Lonnie Ackerman
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Tom Mueller", INTERNET:blt@west.net
Bob
Would you please post this on your list?
***********************************
For Sale
1 each used, Chevy 350, Edelbrock Performer, w/EGR port and cap, bead
blasted-----$85.00 +shipping
1 each used GM 350 harmonic balancer --$55.00 +shipping
All Parts Sold As Is
Digital photos available "off-list" upon request.
************************************
Thanks Bob for taking the time to produce a great list
Tom
Simi Valley, CA
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Tom Mueller", INTERNET:blt@west.net
Thanks Bob for the lead on Vern's plating in Gardena.
Spoke with Bob Barnes and received favorable budgetary pricing on the work
I need. I will be talking to him more about doing the job based on your
recommendation.
Tom Mueller
Simi Valley
Ventura County Chevy's
Editor's note. Tom, please let me know what you think of the quality of the
work on your project. I don't like to recommend anyone for services even
when I have had excellent results with them. I have been burned before on
doing recommendations even for someone who did many good jobs for me.
Businesses can change and the quality of their service can change. This
often happens when a key employee leaves or the businesses is sold and new
owners take over. Has anyone else had this happen to them?
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:PMc9355592@aol.com, INTERNET:PMc9355592@aol.com
Bob,
Forgot yesterday when I sent in my for sale items that I need a tinted
rear window for a 2dr. hrdtp - 56.
thanks,
Jim McEvoy
56 BA HRDTP
Boston, Va.
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Tiffany Nugent, INTERNET:tiffany_t_nugent@yahoo.com
I am restoring a 55 chevy 210 and 57 chevy 210. I
just got new headlight switches for both cars and I am
very unhappy with the quality of the switches. You
have to wiggle them to make the lights work and you
are not able to dim the dash lights like it is
supposed to. Has anyone else had this problem? Is
there a solution besides buying one of the more
expensive switches? Any advice or opinion would be
appreciated.
Thanks - Ed
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Tiffany Nugent, INTERNET:tiffany_t_nugent@yahoo.com
Hi everybody,
I would like to tell a story about buying a car
sight-unseen! A few years ago I bought a 1957 2 dr
chevy hardtop from a man in Louisiana. We talked in
great lengths about the condition of the car and he
sent several photos. From the pictures and the
conversation, the car sounded great and the price was
right! I paid the man to deliver it to my door. He
was supposed to arrive around 4-5 pm (when it was
still light out), but he didn't arrive until late in
the evening (when it was very dark). The car was
unloaded in my front yard and the man paid. Since it
was dark I waited until the next morning to inspect
the car. When I saw the car in daylight I almost
cried (and men aren't supposed to do that). If I had
seen the true condition of the car when it was
delivered, I would not have accepted it. I would have
given the man the money for delivering it and told him
to take it home with him! The story doesn't end all
bad, I was able to sell the car for what I paid for it
(not including the delivery fee). I will never buy a
car without seeing it first. I've learned my lesson,
plus I get reminded by my wife whenever I start
talking about buying a new car!
Ed Nugent - Vero Beach, FL
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "EMORY BISHOP", INTERNET:ebishop@san.rr.com
Hi Bob:
I will be unable to attend the Portland swap meet 5-7 April due to an
illness in the family that will require an operation. I have spaces
available in the Smithsonian building. If anyone is interested please give
me a call or email me at ebishop@san.rr.com
I have been in the Chevy parts business for 15 years and specialize in
original restored parts that have been re-chromed by Lemon Grove Plating in
San Diego, Ca. Anyone who has seen the chrome I sell knows they are one of
the best chrome shops in the USA. But as Bob said quality chrome work does
not come cheep. You can contact them at 619-474-4424 and ask for John or
Hector to get prices. Tell them you heard about Lemon Grove Plating from
Emory Bishop. Remember, the quality of the chrome is only as good as the
cores you send them. Remember the old saying you can not make a silk purse
out of a sows ear, well this also applies to the chrome business.
EMORY BISHOP
10340 EL HONCHO PL.
SAN DIEGO,CA. 92124
858-569-0582
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:PPATOZ@aol.com, INTERNET:PPATOZ@aol.com
To Bob and fellow chevy owners:
I have a 3600 57 3/4 ton chevy truck, I change the inline 6cly. to a 327
v8,
I changed the drive shaft, the U joint and the trans, but I didn't change
the
rearend, I would like to keep the rear end, but the truck runs very slow, I
understand that I can change the teeth in the rearend, What size can I
change
to and where can I purchased?.. I also need to change the front end and
would like to know what I can do to get disc brakes changing from vacuum
brakes. What front end can I change to or what can be done to get this
truck
rolling.. all information will be greatly appreciated.. Thanks Stan: Please
send all comments to PPATOZ@aol.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:VIRGILPATTON22@aol.com, INTERNET:VIRGILPATTON22@aol.com
Bob
Why don't I ever see anything about your list in the Bow Tie or CCI
magazine? It would seem to me it would be in their interest to do a story
on your list.
Virgil Patton
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:Fifdee7@aol.com
CC: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:watereemechser@mindspring.com,
INTERNET:watereemechser@mindspring.com
Bob, you need a column from the early 70s chevy pickups or vans. The ones
that had the ignition switch
in the dash. The length is a little long and will have to be cut. Also if
you are working on a 57 you will
have to modify the bottom of the dash cluster and the bottom cover. I just
finished doing this and it
makes a killer looking job.Good luck, Wade --- Wade Watts---
watereemechser@mindspring.com---
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Fifdee7@aol.com, INTERNET:Fifdee7@aol.com
J Wargowski,
The doors got there name because , if you were to open the doors while
driving , or if they were to open by accident while driving, the wind would
just grab them and rip them right back. If you were to try and "catch"them,
it would be like committing "suicide". !!!!!!! You would end up just like
the
doors.......ripped right back !
Bob Regian .
Fifdee7@aol.com
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:hsieck@unlnotes.unl.edu, INTERNET:hsieck@unlnotes.unl.edu
Anyone thinking of putting a 605 power steering box in their tri-five
should seriously consider the rack-and-pinion option. There are several
companies that make bolt-on rack kits, power and non-power. I have had
tri-fives with stock non-power steering, factory slave cylinder power
steering, 605 conversion power steering, and now a non-power
rack-and-pinion with a big block on top of it. The rack-and-pinion is by
far the best steering tri-five I have had. I can not believe how easy it
is to turn the car when parking. I feel that my car with the rack has a
"better feel of the road" when running down the highway. Steering is
tighter and feels more like a late model car than a big old boat. I used
a Dodge omni rack and welded up my own brackets, the whole set up did not
cost $200. I now have to go to the gym for a work out, I used to just
practice parallel parking my shoe box!
Hugh
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:filist@hotmail.com
To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Dave Hecker", INTERNET:dhecker@presenter.com
Mike, both the 57 and 58 Nomad were the top of the line long roof
Chevrolets for their year, but that is where the similarity ends. The
57 Nomad was a 2 door, which was sleeker, and more sporty than the 2
door Handyman or other station wagons of the same year. In 58 the Nomad
name was used on the 4 door top of the line station wagon. When people
refer to a Nomad, they almost always mean the 55-56-57 variety, although
the name was used through 1961 on four door station wagons. It doesn't
contain any info about the '58, but you may be interested in
http://clubs.hemmings.com/sjcc/spot555657.htm. One of our club members
has a nice '61 Nomad pictured on other photo gallery pages within the
site.
Dave Hecker
Activities Chairman and Webmaster San Jose Classic Chevys
http://clubs.hemmings.com/sjcc
dhecker@presenter.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Rolasan@aol.com, INTERNET:Rolasan@aol.com
Fifdee7. The column out of a 72 -78 Chevy van can be modified to fit.
Regards, Bob Sanford
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:russrinta@hotmail.com
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: CDM, INTERNET:cdmhenry@earthlink.net
Russ Rinta,
Volunteer State Chevrolet is still in business. I have heard they
are changing location and my have a new address. Greenbriar, TN is a
suburb of Nashville. The Trivetts live near Goodlandville and may have
moved the shop closer to home. We have a Nashville resident member of
the list who may be able to find out the latest about their move.
CDM
Volunteer State Chevrolet
c/o Mr. Don Trivett
P.O. Box 10
Greenbriar, TN. 37073
(615) 859-6234
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:OLDCARS55@aol.com, INTERNET:OLDCARS55@aol.com
Bob,
I wrote to you several weeks ago but do not remember seeing my message
posted
on the list.
I am still looking for a water pump cone-shaped, fan belt pulley for a 235
six
cylinder. I suppose one off of a 261 would also work if it is the same
depth
as the one on my 1955 engine. Mine does not appear to be true and the fan
belt is wobbling a little. Would also like to have the spacer that fits
underneath it if possible. It is held onto the water pump with four bolts.
Hopefully I will soon be able to drive my car. A broken timing gear bent
three valves in the head and it has been a chore of several weeks to get
the
thing back together. I never knew oil pan gaskets and seals could be such
a
headache. These people must have been mad when they designed this engine.
David Scott Coker
oldcars55@aol.com
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Bill Kautz, INTERNET:kautz@comcast.net
Hi All,
This is an answer for J Wargowski about "suicide doors". Back in the
beginning of the automobile industry and into the '30s and early '40s, the
rear doors on sedans were hinged at the back, under the C pillar. By the
late '40s this had been changed in all car models to what we have today.
The doors, if opened at speed, would fly out from the wind pressure,
dragging anyone holding onto the handle out of the car, likely to their
death.
As I said, this is AN answer. Maybe not the right one or the only one. I
just remember my father saying something to that effect regarding his '41
DeSoto sedan, which had rear 'suicide' doors. Wild Bill
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Lenny Schaeffer", INTERNET:D56chevy@attbi.com
http://ezskins.com/stats.phtml?DesktopThemes+Vehicles+L+21706
Lenny Schaeffer
President
Bearing Burners Car Club
781-365-1322
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:PMc9355592@aol.com, INTERNET:PMc9355592@aol.com
Bob,
Thank you for all the help and a special thanks to Jerry Casper as I now
can
see the end in sight on this 2 1/2 yr. restoration. During this time I have
gathered
quite a few extra parts due to various reasons not the least of which was
my
own
stupidity. I have some brand new parts due to a change of mind on stock vs.
retr-
50's restoration and have divided the parts into brand new and used. I
would
very
much appreciate your publishing the list.
NEW
Pr. hoodbar exts.- $63 Pr. door handle grds.- $20 Rear chrome "V"- $32
Front
chrome "V" - $32 Hood emb. w/bezel - $28 NOS left hoodbar ext. w/two tiny
dents in leading edge(like a small centerpunch mark) -$27
USED
Full set of inter. handles and cranks - $55 - Front bumper grds - $10 Hood
bird -$18
Grill - $50 Complete park. lights - $20 Park. light backing plates - $15
Hoodbar
exts. - $14 Fender exts. - $16 Trunk emblem w/bezel (can't tell from new) -
$20
All were for or off of a 56 2dr Hrdtp.
Thanks Bob,
Jim McEvoy
56 BA
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:segam11@aol.com, INTERNET:segam11@aol.com
Bob
I just wanted to say thank you for the many things you have done for me.
Because of your efforts
I was able to buy the car of my dreams, a fully restored red 57
convertible. You spoke to a group
of us about financial planning about 6 years ago in Fullerton Your emphasis
on getting a financial
education made it possible for me to buy my dream car. I would have never
been able to do it
without your help with the many questions I had about investing.
As a side note, you told me to have only a SMALL portion of my 401K in the
stock of the
company where I worked. I followed your advice and I am glad I did. I had
just started working
at an Internet company and their stock was going crazy. Everyone knows what
happened to
Enron. Well the same thing happened to my company stock. When the Internet
stock bubble
burst, the company stock my fellow employees had in their 401K became
almost worthless.
Norman Sena
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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: March08¤é2002¦~Friday 9:22 AM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
MARCH 8,2002
THIS LIST IS DESIGNED AS A MEANS FOR PEOPLE INTERESTED IN THE 1955, 1956,
AND 1957 CHEVROLETS TO COMMUNICATE WITH EACH OTHER AND HAVE A
LITTLE FUN IN THE PROCESS. 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.
IF YOU BUY SOMETHING FROM A LIST MEMBER, PLEASE BE AWARE THAT I HAVE
NO WAY OF KNOWING THE QUALITY OF THE PRODUCT OR THE HONESTY OF THE
SELLER. BUYER BEWARE.
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
__________________________________________________ ____________________
To: Bob Ford, BOB_FORD
From: Tamara Tresko, INTERNET:twtresko@pacbell.net
Hello, I am passing this on for this person... hope there is someone out
there that can help him. Tammy
From: "mark" <markz@peoplepc.com>
Sent: Thursday, March 07, 2002 6:22 PM
Subject: BoardRoom: 55-57 p/s pitman arm casting #??
Time: Fri, 08-Mar-2002 02:22:07 GMT IP: 63.210.75.82
Hi, can anyone tell me the casting number on the pitman with
p/s? My GM parts book list the part number and the number cast
on the arm for both non p/s arm and p/s arm. I have one steering
box and pitman arm that matches the non p/s casting number from
the GM book. I have a second steering box with pitman arm that
has a different bend to it. I think it should be the p/s type
arm except the number cast on it doesn't match the number the GM
parts book says should be cast on it. I would greatly appreciate
any help. Thanks Mark
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Lenny Schaeffer", INTERNET:D56chevy@attbi.com
Famous 50's Cruz In Car Show
10th Anniversary Show
Nevele Grand Resort
Rt 209
Ellenville NY
JUNE 13-16, 2002
(The BEST Father's Day Present )
Family Fun *Security Personnel 24 hours *Indoor Parking Available for all
'topless' vehicles*
Great FOOD and FRIENDLY Hotel STAFF
come join the fun!
******** Open to all Vehicles 1979 and older *******
Special staging for 1975 and newer custom TRUCKS
Dash Plaques for first 600 vehicles
Top 50 Awards
Parade thru Downtown Ellenville NY
Special Club Banner award
Special Best Beater Award
Neon Parade
Over 500 cars expected
Come one day or all weekend
A free CONCERT each night for participants (great vintage groups from your
past!)
$1000 American Racing rim Giveaway !
Burn out contest ! Flame Throwers !
DJ Music all weekend
Welcome Parties Friday & Saturday
TWO -8ft tall Best of show Trophies
(THIS EVENT IS NO LONGER ASSOCIATED WITH THE FRIAR TUCK RESORT - CATSKILL
NY)
Information: 518-356-3019 (John Stage) or email IMCARSHOWGUY@AOL.com .
Online application available at :
http://clubs.hemmings.com/bearingburners/famous50s.htm
Thanks Bob- the show promoter is a personal friend and is concerned about
people coming to the event this year as the location has been moved (to a
better place)after 9 years. Its a great family event and pretty drive. I
hope everyone in the East takes a chance and attends. I love this show and
it is a highlight of my summer season.
Lenny Schaeffer
President
Bearing Burners Car Club
Massachusetts
781-365-1322
http://home.attbi.com/~d56chevy
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Sandra Scott", INTERNET:sandyscott@peoplepc.com
To Pete from CA: We're from Lockport (notice spelling) and never even knew
about the place here. How did you find about it? We'll check it out and
get back.
Carl & Sandy
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Sam Woodard", INTERNET:swoodard@mmcable.com
Hi everyone. I have a 1957 chevy 4 door hardtop parts car / builder for
sale in Oklahoma. no motor or trans, no hood but very well could be built.
CHEAP I want 750.00 for it . you can email me at swoodard@mmcable.com and
I will help with questions or can send pictures. thanks from Oklahoma sam
woodard. Woodard Racing & Hot Rods ........
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Graeme Robinson, INTERNET:g.robinson@grcqs.com
The term suicide doors comes about by the fact that if you open that type
of door at speed it would be suicidal because it will rip the door from its
hinges, not like a regular opening door which would merely close shut under
the same circumstances.
Hi to our good friends Roger and Deb in Orlando
Graeme Robinson
55 Sport Coupe
66 Corvette Coupe
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Mike McDonough", INTERNET:m477@midwest.net
Hi Bob
I hope this finds all the list members doing great.
I don't know about any one else but here in the midwest
I have had all this winter I want. I am ready for spring and the car shows.
I would like to ask the list members a favor if I could?
If any one has a 57 chevy rim or knows some one who has one that they would
like to sell.
I need one for my spare tire. Please let me know. My e-mail address below
or my phone number is
618-242-3271 (after 3pm Illinois time).
Thanks to all and remember
"Lets Keep Those Try Fives Alive"
Mike
M477@Midwest.net
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Dover57@aol.com, INTERNET:Dover57@aol.com
Bob- Could you please post my "want Ad?" Thanks.
Looking for a '57 rear lower deck (trunk) molding. Have the two
outside pieces.
Frank. e-mail: Dover57@aol.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "56madmook", INTERNET:michaelbakotich@mediaone.net
i am getting rid of all my nomad parts to save for a big block 502 for my
56
nomad...i am selling all my nomad parts as a package deal...lot includes:
126 interior/exterior garnish moldings, over 30 pieces of cargo/seat
stainless, 4 liftgates, liftgate supports, 7 slider latches, 55 driver
fender molding, 2 56 nomad paint dividers, misc. tailgate rear seat
latches,
liftgate latches and plates, liftgate garnishes, 56 rear taillight Vs,
headliner bows, chrome window door frames, and would throw in lots of 56
chevy belair parts like hood bar extensions, birds, headlight bezels, stuff
like that too much to list...give me an email if you are interested in
anything...thank you. michaelbakotich@mediaone.net
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: tony, INTERNET:tonydoggydog@yahoo.com
about the 58 nomads, i didn't believe it when i was told there was a 58
nomad, i laughed, then the guy took me to his barn and showed me his, 4
door station wagon, with nomad insignia. the only thing the same is the
chrome on the rear of the car on the tailgate, other wise its a 4 door
station wagon, not a 2 door like the real nomad.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:NomadMan55@aol.com, INTERNET:NomadMan55@aol.com
Mike,
The 58' Nomad is a 4door and no where near as sharp looking or as valuable
as
the 2 door Tri-Fives.
- Warren
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:cest10@aol.com, INTERNET:cest10@aol.com
Bob
The 58 Nomad question brought to mind a question I have had for a long
time. Why to people think
2 door cars look so much better than 4 door cars?
Lonnie Ackerman
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Tom Mueller", INTERNET:blt@west.net
Bob
Would you please post this on your list?
***********************************
For Sale
1 each used, Chevy 350, Edelbrock Performer, w/EGR port and cap, bead
blasted-----$85.00 +shipping
1 each used GM 350 harmonic balancer --$55.00 +shipping
All Parts Sold As Is
Digital photos available "off-list" upon request.
************************************
Thanks Bob for taking the time to produce a great list
Tom
Simi Valley, CA
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Tom Mueller", INTERNET:blt@west.net
Thanks Bob for the lead on Vern's plating in Gardena.
Spoke with Bob Barnes and received favorable budgetary pricing on the work
I need. I will be talking to him more about doing the job based on your
recommendation.
Tom Mueller
Simi Valley
Ventura County Chevy's
Editor's note. Tom, please let me know what you think of the quality of the
work on your project. I don't like to recommend anyone for services even
when I have had excellent results with them. I have been burned before on
doing recommendations even for someone who did many good jobs for me.
Businesses can change and the quality of their service can change. This
often happens when a key employee leaves or the businesses is sold and new
owners take over. Has anyone else had this happen to them?
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:PMc9355592@aol.com, INTERNET:PMc9355592@aol.com
Bob,
Forgot yesterday when I sent in my for sale items that I need a tinted
rear window for a 2dr. hrdtp - 56.
thanks,
Jim McEvoy
56 BA HRDTP
Boston, Va.
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Tiffany Nugent, INTERNET:tiffany_t_nugent@yahoo.com
I am restoring a 55 chevy 210 and 57 chevy 210. I
just got new headlight switches for both cars and I am
very unhappy with the quality of the switches. You
have to wiggle them to make the lights work and you
are not able to dim the dash lights like it is
supposed to. Has anyone else had this problem? Is
there a solution besides buying one of the more
expensive switches? Any advice or opinion would be
appreciated.
Thanks - Ed
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Tiffany Nugent, INTERNET:tiffany_t_nugent@yahoo.com
Hi everybody,
I would like to tell a story about buying a car
sight-unseen! A few years ago I bought a 1957 2 dr
chevy hardtop from a man in Louisiana. We talked in
great lengths about the condition of the car and he
sent several photos. From the pictures and the
conversation, the car sounded great and the price was
right! I paid the man to deliver it to my door. He
was supposed to arrive around 4-5 pm (when it was
still light out), but he didn't arrive until late in
the evening (when it was very dark). The car was
unloaded in my front yard and the man paid. Since it
was dark I waited until the next morning to inspect
the car. When I saw the car in daylight I almost
cried (and men aren't supposed to do that). If I had
seen the true condition of the car when it was
delivered, I would not have accepted it. I would have
given the man the money for delivering it and told him
to take it home with him! The story doesn't end all
bad, I was able to sell the car for what I paid for it
(not including the delivery fee). I will never buy a
car without seeing it first. I've learned my lesson,
plus I get reminded by my wife whenever I start
talking about buying a new car!
Ed Nugent - Vero Beach, FL
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "EMORY BISHOP", INTERNET:ebishop@san.rr.com
Hi Bob:
I will be unable to attend the Portland swap meet 5-7 April due to an
illness in the family that will require an operation. I have spaces
available in the Smithsonian building. If anyone is interested please give
me a call or email me at ebishop@san.rr.com
I have been in the Chevy parts business for 15 years and specialize in
original restored parts that have been re-chromed by Lemon Grove Plating in
San Diego, Ca. Anyone who has seen the chrome I sell knows they are one of
the best chrome shops in the USA. But as Bob said quality chrome work does
not come cheep. You can contact them at 619-474-4424 and ask for John or
Hector to get prices. Tell them you heard about Lemon Grove Plating from
Emory Bishop. Remember, the quality of the chrome is only as good as the
cores you send them. Remember the old saying you can not make a silk purse
out of a sows ear, well this also applies to the chrome business.
EMORY BISHOP
10340 EL HONCHO PL.
SAN DIEGO,CA. 92124
858-569-0582
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:PPATOZ@aol.com, INTERNET:PPATOZ@aol.com
To Bob and fellow chevy owners:
I have a 3600 57 3/4 ton chevy truck, I change the inline 6cly. to a 327
v8,
I changed the drive shaft, the U joint and the trans, but I didn't change
the
rearend, I would like to keep the rear end, but the truck runs very slow, I
understand that I can change the teeth in the rearend, What size can I
change
to and where can I purchased?.. I also need to change the front end and
would like to know what I can do to get disc brakes changing from vacuum
brakes. What front end can I change to or what can be done to get this
truck
rolling.. all information will be greatly appreciated.. Thanks Stan: Please
send all comments to PPATOZ@aol.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:VIRGILPATTON22@aol.com, INTERNET:VIRGILPATTON22@aol.com
Bob
Why don't I ever see anything about your list in the Bow Tie or CCI
magazine? It would seem to me it would be in their interest to do a story
on your list.
Virgil Patton
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:Fifdee7@aol.com
CC: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:watereemechser@mindspring.com,
INTERNET:watereemechser@mindspring.com
Bob, you need a column from the early 70s chevy pickups or vans. The ones
that had the ignition switch
in the dash. The length is a little long and will have to be cut. Also if
you are working on a 57 you will
have to modify the bottom of the dash cluster and the bottom cover. I just
finished doing this and it
makes a killer looking job.Good luck, Wade --- Wade Watts---
watereemechser@mindspring.com---
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Fifdee7@aol.com, INTERNET:Fifdee7@aol.com
J Wargowski,
The doors got there name because , if you were to open the doors while
driving , or if they were to open by accident while driving, the wind would
just grab them and rip them right back. If you were to try and "catch"them,
it would be like committing "suicide". !!!!!!! You would end up just like
the
doors.......ripped right back !
Bob Regian .
Fifdee7@aol.com
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:hsieck@unlnotes.unl.edu, INTERNET:hsieck@unlnotes.unl.edu
Anyone thinking of putting a 605 power steering box in their tri-five
should seriously consider the rack-and-pinion option. There are several
companies that make bolt-on rack kits, power and non-power. I have had
tri-fives with stock non-power steering, factory slave cylinder power
steering, 605 conversion power steering, and now a non-power
rack-and-pinion with a big block on top of it. The rack-and-pinion is by
far the best steering tri-five I have had. I can not believe how easy it
is to turn the car when parking. I feel that my car with the rack has a
"better feel of the road" when running down the highway. Steering is
tighter and feels more like a late model car than a big old boat. I used
a Dodge omni rack and welded up my own brackets, the whole set up did not
cost $200. I now have to go to the gym for a work out, I used to just
practice parallel parking my shoe box!
Hugh
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:filist@hotmail.com
To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Dave Hecker", INTERNET:dhecker@presenter.com
Mike, both the 57 and 58 Nomad were the top of the line long roof
Chevrolets for their year, but that is where the similarity ends. The
57 Nomad was a 2 door, which was sleeker, and more sporty than the 2
door Handyman or other station wagons of the same year. In 58 the Nomad
name was used on the 4 door top of the line station wagon. When people
refer to a Nomad, they almost always mean the 55-56-57 variety, although
the name was used through 1961 on four door station wagons. It doesn't
contain any info about the '58, but you may be interested in
http://clubs.hemmings.com/sjcc/spot555657.htm. One of our club members
has a nice '61 Nomad pictured on other photo gallery pages within the
site.
Dave Hecker
Activities Chairman and Webmaster San Jose Classic Chevys
http://clubs.hemmings.com/sjcc
dhecker@presenter.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Rolasan@aol.com, INTERNET:Rolasan@aol.com
Fifdee7. The column out of a 72 -78 Chevy van can be modified to fit.
Regards, Bob Sanford
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:russrinta@hotmail.com
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: CDM, INTERNET:cdmhenry@earthlink.net
Russ Rinta,
Volunteer State Chevrolet is still in business. I have heard they
are changing location and my have a new address. Greenbriar, TN is a
suburb of Nashville. The Trivetts live near Goodlandville and may have
moved the shop closer to home. We have a Nashville resident member of
the list who may be able to find out the latest about their move.
CDM
Volunteer State Chevrolet
c/o Mr. Don Trivett
P.O. Box 10
Greenbriar, TN. 37073
(615) 859-6234
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:OLDCARS55@aol.com, INTERNET:OLDCARS55@aol.com
Bob,
I wrote to you several weeks ago but do not remember seeing my message
posted
on the list.
I am still looking for a water pump cone-shaped, fan belt pulley for a 235
six
cylinder. I suppose one off of a 261 would also work if it is the same
depth
as the one on my 1955 engine. Mine does not appear to be true and the fan
belt is wobbling a little. Would also like to have the spacer that fits
underneath it if possible. It is held onto the water pump with four bolts.
Hopefully I will soon be able to drive my car. A broken timing gear bent
three valves in the head and it has been a chore of several weeks to get
the
thing back together. I never knew oil pan gaskets and seals could be such
a
headache. These people must have been mad when they designed this engine.
David Scott Coker
oldcars55@aol.com
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Bill Kautz, INTERNET:kautz@comcast.net
Hi All,
This is an answer for J Wargowski about "suicide doors". Back in the
beginning of the automobile industry and into the '30s and early '40s, the
rear doors on sedans were hinged at the back, under the C pillar. By the
late '40s this had been changed in all car models to what we have today.
The doors, if opened at speed, would fly out from the wind pressure,
dragging anyone holding onto the handle out of the car, likely to their
death.
As I said, this is AN answer. Maybe not the right one or the only one. I
just remember my father saying something to that effect regarding his '41
DeSoto sedan, which had rear 'suicide' doors. Wild Bill
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Lenny Schaeffer", INTERNET:D56chevy@attbi.com
http://ezskins.com/stats.phtml?DesktopThemes+Vehicles+L+21706
Lenny Schaeffer
President
Bearing Burners Car Club
781-365-1322
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:PMc9355592@aol.com, INTERNET:PMc9355592@aol.com
Bob,
Thank you for all the help and a special thanks to Jerry Casper as I now
can
see the end in sight on this 2 1/2 yr. restoration. During this time I have
gathered
quite a few extra parts due to various reasons not the least of which was
my
own
stupidity. I have some brand new parts due to a change of mind on stock vs.
retr-
50's restoration and have divided the parts into brand new and used. I
would
very
much appreciate your publishing the list.
NEW
Pr. hoodbar exts.- $63 Pr. door handle grds.- $20 Rear chrome "V"- $32
Front
chrome "V" - $32 Hood emb. w/bezel - $28 NOS left hoodbar ext. w/two tiny
dents in leading edge(like a small centerpunch mark) -$27
USED
Full set of inter. handles and cranks - $55 - Front bumper grds - $10 Hood
bird -$18
Grill - $50 Complete park. lights - $20 Park. light backing plates - $15
Hoodbar
exts. - $14 Fender exts. - $16 Trunk emblem w/bezel (can't tell from new) -
$20
All were for or off of a 56 2dr Hrdtp.
Thanks Bob,
Jim McEvoy
56 BA
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:segam11@aol.com, INTERNET:segam11@aol.com
Bob
I just wanted to say thank you for the many things you have done for me.
Because of your efforts
I was able to buy the car of my dreams, a fully restored red 57
convertible. You spoke to a group
of us about financial planning about 6 years ago in Fullerton Your emphasis
on getting a financial
education made it possible for me to buy my dream car. I would have never
been able to do it
without your help with the many questions I had about investing.
As a side note, you told me to have only a SMALL portion of my 401K in the
stock of the
company where I worked. I followed your advice and I am glad I did. I had
just started working
at an Internet company and their stock was going crazy. Everyone knows what
happened to
Enron. Well the same thing happened to my company stock. When the Internet
stock bubble
burst, the company stock my fellow employees had in their 401K became
almost worthless.
Norman Sena
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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.