Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
Date: Tue, 2 Mar 2004 13:55:29 -0500
From: BOB FORD <BOB_FORD@compuserve.com>
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
MARCH 2, 2004
IF THIS E-MAIL HAS AN ATTACHMENT, IMMEDIATELY DELETE THIS E-MAIL.
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: "Bob Talley", INTERNET:talley5@jps.net
Hi Bob,
Thanks for letting me know and thanks for taking the time to do this
newsletter!!! I had intended to put the following ad in:
FOR SALE:
55-7 Sedan Delivery liftgate w/ glass, no rot $600
55-57 Sedan Delivery hinge cover $150
Lots of other 55-64 used parts email with needs talley5@jps.net. Selling
from 30 collection.
Bob Talley, Yreka CA
------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Barbara Smith, INTERNET:butchie101@yahoo.com
Please place me on your 55, 56, 57 e-mail list. I have one and LOVE having
it and driving it. I am looking for another also. Thanks
---------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:GremlinGTs@aol.com, INTERNET:GremlinGTs@aol.com
Darn, hit the wrong key! anyway, there are some new die casts out now,
seen
mostly at Wal-mart so far, maybe some Targets, put out by Funline in the
Muscle Machines packaging. This new release is called West Coast Choppers,
has an
Iron Cross on a mostly blue package, spider-web in upper left corner. Has
Jesse James name spelled across the front.
The car is a nice light blue '57 Chevy 2 door wagon, looks like 150
series, is lowered and has custom chrome wheels on it. Blue accent flames
and a
purple roof complete this new awesome NEW diecast. it's a 1/64th scale
car.
So this is a nice non-Nomad car, albeit custom for this run, and I'm sure
it'll be back in another form and color.
Just thought I'd give you
folks a
heads-up on this new release. Good hunting!
Jerry Casper
Woodbridge, VA
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com, INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com
FOR SALE--> '56 DelRay and 210 station wagon door armrests- turquoise.
rare color. $20pair; '57 lower steering column cover $15; '56 hood latch
plate support $10; '55 235 stick camshaft & gear $20. Shipping is
additional.
Wyatt S. Smolick
Coopersburg, PA
WSSmolick@aol.com
-----------------------------------
To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:chevyman@drtel.net, INTERNET:chevyman@drtel.net
Hello Bob
I am looking for someone to pick-up a fender in Albuquerque, NM and
deliver
to the vicinity of Jamestown, ND. Fargo or Bismarck would be fine also. If
anyone can help me out I would really appreciate. My number is
701-669-2256,
you can leave a message.
Thanks in Advance
Jim Larson
------------------------------
To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Dick Burrows", INTERNET:bulldog61655@msn.com
For tsfranks in Chicago. I understand a lot of dead people vote in
Chicago. Dick
----------------
To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:bryan1955@earthlink.net, INTERNET:bryan1955@earthlink.net
Hi Bob,
I have a 57 Belair Hardtop that I bought about 4 years ago, it
is titled and licensed. The other day I was looking at the door area
where the VIN Tag is supposed to be and it is missing. I think it may have
fallen off, maybe it was removed when painted before and not replaced
correctly. I don't really know what happened to it. I had
a police check done on it when I bought it, because it was from out of
state. Besides, I always check the VIN with the title first thing
when I buy a car, and I don't remember this car not having a tag. Can
I have another made with permission of my BMV / DMV as long as I have the
title. Or would I maybe have to buy a parts car and use another
number? Has anyone ever experienced this problem? Any help would be
greatly appreciated.
Thanks for the list BOB!
Bryan Condra
------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:J56chev@aol.com, INTERNET:J56chev@aol.com
Is there anyone in So. Calif. area interested in attending and caravaning
to
the Northwest Lake City Cruise in Coeur D' Alene, Idaho, August 9-12, 2004?
Please get in touch with me. Sincerely, Jim London - 9845 Whitmore Street -
El
Monte, California - (626) 448-6050. Bob, keep up the excellent work.
--------------------------
To: "Chevy List", bob_ford
From: "mr55chev \(cable\)", INTERNET:mr55chev@comcast.net
At times, we have asked about our 55 - 57 Chevs in the movies - and many
memorable ones are brought to mind. My personal memory is the Two Lane
Blacktop/American Graffiti 55 coupe. Hagerty has a survey going where
people are asked to vote for their favorite movie car. I wouldn't want
this list to pack the ballot box, or anything like that........
Sandy Pierce
Salt Lake City, Utah
-------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:McGillis@aol.com, INTERNET:McGillis@aol.com
Hi Bob,
1. AOL 9.0 filters out a lot of spam, unfortunately it also keeps some
legitimate messages from getting through. Do you get refused messages from
AOL
(554 code) from sending the list?
2. I use Cloudmark Spamnet with Outlook Express for business which does an
excellent job of filtering spam.
Dennis McGillis
Vintage Chevrolet Club of America, Orange County (CA) Region
949-551-4821 phone mcgillis@aol.com
>>>>>>>>>>>>>
According to AOL, they filter out 85 percent of spam e-mail. They claim
that if they did not filter out the spam, each of their accounts would
receive 1000 e-mail per day. Has anyone tried spam blockers. If yes, how
did they work.
BOB
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
Editor's note. Yes I get that message sometimes from AOL users. I send
them an e-mail telling them about it and they usually solve the problem.
BOB
-----------------------------
To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
CC: "Jim & Carolyn Wheeler", INTERNET:56Chevys@cox.net
From: "Jim/Carolyn Wheeler", INTERNET:56chevys@cox.net
Hi. In a recent post, there was an inquiry about windshield trim parts for
a '56 convertible. I faced the same dilemma in 1999-2000. I have three
sources to recommend: 1) Classic Chevy International (CCI) in Florida,
1-800-456-1957; 2) Emory Bishop in San Diego, 1-858-569-0582; and 3) Jim,
in Nebraska, 1-402-391-4843.
We thought we had all the pieces for our car when we started restoration,
BUT WE DID NOT. Obviously, it can get pretty expensive to find the parts
and pieces you need but there's little choice when you're well into the
project. Now that the car is done, it was all worthwhile.
CCI has recently promoted reproduction parts not previously available. If
you fail to see what you need, call anyway and they may have something in
the pipeline.
Good luck!
--Jim Wheeler, Tucson, Arizona, 56Chevys@cox.net
-------------------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Frank J. Jones", INTERNET:FJJones@netcommander.com
I just purchased 1646 cars. Basically GM ranging from early 1940's to
1970's. Among them are 117 1957's, 87 1956's and 94 1955's. If any one
wants a list e-mail at fjjjone@netcommander.com and I will forward the
list.
--------------------------------------------------
To: "BOB FORD BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:danad@rconnect.com, INTERNET:danad@rconnect.com
I use earthlink as my Internet provider. The spam blocker provided by them
for free has saved my sanity. At last count I had over 900 spam e-mails in
the quarantine in box,these are deleted automatically after 14 days . I
also
get what is called a suspected spam in box which I briefly review everyday
for legitimate e-mail which I have not yet admitted to my mailbox. Its been
a godsend from all the smut etc. that I was getting.
-----------------------------------------
To: [unknown], INTERNET:Taylor22@softneet.net
CC: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bill Kautz", INTERNET:kautz@comcast.net
Saw your question on the BOB FORD list about parts. I always tell people
to get a copy of Hemmings Motor News. The have thousands of listings for
car parts including hundreds for just Tri-5 Chevys. Hemmings is sold in
most book stores such as Walden and Barnes & Noble. You can also check them
out at www.hmn.com Their site will tell you where to get a copy of their
publication in your area. Good Luck! Wild Bill
---------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "tom cason", INTERNET:frogsplat1@insightbb.com
Bob,
I am looking for Air conditioning vents for a 55 or 56. Their condition is
not terribly important as I am doing a custom interior.I doesn't matter if
the balls are damaged or missing as long as the rest is at least suitable
for rechroming. I realize that a good pair of these is going for a pretty
penny. I was hoping someone had a set that couldn't get top dollar for
because the ball was missing or modified. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks
Tom Cason
Erlanger, KY
frogsplat1@insightbb.com
---------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Gleasonpk@aol.com, INTERNET:Gleasonpk@aol.com
Hi Bob,
The 75 year old guy that married the 25 year old girl may or may not
have been close to dead, but he was as close to heaven as he was probably
going
to get!
Paul Gleason
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:t.drosz@att.net, INTERNET:t.drosz@att.net
Bob, I work with Classic Auto Rentals out of Birmingham, MI and we rent and
sell classic cars. In addition we work with two companies that
"convertibalize" Cadillac DeVilles, CTS, ElDorados, Buick Riverias, and
just about anything else. These vehicles can be new or used.
If anyone is interested, they can contact me at 248 821 1111, or this
email.
Thank you for your interest.
Terry Drosz
Editor's note. Terry, please give us more details about making a
convertible. I am sure a lot of people will be interested.
BOB
------------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Bowen96@aol.com, INTERNET:Bowen96@aol.com
Hello Bob, Thanks for this site. I enjoy the responses and some of the
parts
for sale.
I wanted to let your contacts know that I have the REDUCED SIZE Steering
Wheels for the 55 & 56 Chevrolet Belair. These are BRAND NEW in box. I will
sell
them for $300.00 with free shipping.
Contact Dan Bowen, (512) 441-5656 OR you can E MAIL me at, Bowen96@aol.com
Austin, Texas
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Nomadcpa@aol.com, INTERNET:Nomadcpa@aol.com
Since the infinite wisdom of the California DMV was brought up on the CHEVY
LIST, I thought I would share my story. Last year, the paperwork came in
the mail to renew the registration on my '56 Nomad. I promptly sent in my
check with the insurance certificate and renewal notice. About 3 weeks
later I got back all of the paperwork including my uncashed check with a
note that there was no record of my car. Since it had been registered in
California since new, I thought that was strange, especially since I had
received a notice. Fortunately, a friend who is retired from the DMV put
me in touch with someone who could help. They were able to find the
records after all.
----------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:LENLIB@aol.com, INTERNET:LENLIB@aol.com
Hi Bob: Please post the following parts on your list.......Thanks
57 Chev Rocker panel Moldings (NOS) $75.00 ea OBO
Chev HP Chrome Valve Covers (Small Block) #10134317 & $20. ea. OBO
55-57 Disc Brake Prop Valve # 25509418 (NOS) $25.00 OBO
Gold Bel Air Emblem (3) #3760007 $10.00 ea. OBO
H.D. Small Block oil Pump #3848907 $25.00 OBO
H.P. Camshaft (NOS) # 3896962 Offer
Aluminum Intake (NOS) # 14044836 Offer
Valve Lifters # 5232720 (NOS) Qty 8... Offer
2 H/L switches 55-56 NOS $40.00 ea (OBO) 1 used $25.00 OBO
Licence Lamp NOS 57 Chev $17.00 OBO
5-7 Emergency Handle Chrome (NOS) $7.00
2 Ballast Resistors (NOS) #1957164 $6.00 ea OBO
Also: CCI Magazine Collection complete years 1989, 90, 92, 94, 96,
97,
98, and 99. I have partial as follows 12/77, 2/78, 11/78, 2/80, 8/80,
2/84, 9/84, 1/85, 4/85, 7/85, 3/88thru12/88, 1/91thru3/91, 5/91thru11/91,
1/93.
3/93thru12/93. 1/00, 2/00, 3/00, 5/00 thru12/00 and 1/01, 2/01, 3/01. I am
asking $125.00 for all. Thats less than a buck each. Also have a 1955
assembley
manual for $20.00
I will work with buyer on shipping charges. Please e-mail me at
lenlib@aol.com or call me at 480-722-0257 after 6 PM AZ time. I'm located
in
Gilbert AZ ( a suburb just south of Phoenix) and my name is Len. Thanks!!!
---------------------------------
To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Anthony Babiak", INTERNET:thebabiaks@earthlink.net
Bill Kautz wrote in with the following item. The BonAmi story has been
around longer than me but I've heard from reliable sources that it
originated with problems that Caterpillar had with some of their diesels.
It
didn't usually work but was sort of a "nothing to loose" repair attempt
before the engine was torn down for warranty work. As a side note one of
the
old mechanics I knew (now deceased) who told me about the BonAmi story was
the service manager for Humes Trucking (Humes Tru-Track Trailers; Watch it
Steer) back in '54 just before the new Chevy V8 was introduced. The GMC
factory rep stopped in and was discussing the soon to be released V8. He
told them "this new V8 will go over 50,000 miles before it needs a ring
job". Everyone was amazed as this was unheard of for the times . Times sure
have changed.
---------------------------
To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Steve Norden", INTERNET:alamo@netins.net
Bob, I hear Bose headphones advertised that will serve the purpose you
want.
Probably reeeeeeeal expensive, tho.
Amos.
Editor's note. Amos, I checked out the Bose headphones. Bose makes
excellent products. My problem was when I saw a sign in their store for an
"Escrow Department". <G>
BOB
-----------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET
Pete57@aol.com, INTERNETPete57@aol.com
URGENT LEGISLATIVE ALERT
Legislation to Repeal Old Car Emissions Exemption Reintroduced
in California State Assembly
Here we go again! As predicted, legislation has been reintroduced
in the California Assembly to repeal the state's current rolling emissions
test exemption for vehicles 30 years old and older. A.B. 2683 repeals the
current pro-hobbyist exemption and replaces it with a provision requiring
the permanent testing of all pre-1976 vehicles. This year, the bill was
introduced by California State Assemblywoman Sally Lieber (D-District 22).
We Urge You to Contact Assemblywoman Lieber and Your Own State Assembly
Member Immediately to Oppose A.B. 2683
* Existing law in California exempts all vehicles 30-years old and
older from emissions testing.
* California's current emissions testing exemption recognizes the
minimal impact of vehicles 30-years old and older on vehicle emissions and
air quality.
* Vehicles 30-years old and older constitute a small portion of the
overall vehicle population and are a poor source from which to look for
emissions reduction.
* Antique and classic vehicles are overwhelmingly well-maintained and
infrequently driven (about one-third the miles each year as a new vehicle).
* Legislators and regulators are feeling the heat from a failed effort
to meet air quality goals and are looking for a convenient scapegoat. The
old car hobby should not carry the burden of their mistakes!
Contact your State Assembly Member to oppose A.B. 2683. Assemblywoman
Lieber can be reached by e-mail at Assemblywoman.Lieber@assembly.ca.gov To
find out who your own State Assembly Member is, contact the California
Assembly's general information line at 916/445-4311. This information can
also be accessed via the Internet at
http://www.enjoythedrive.com/legisla...legislator.asp or by
calling the SEMA Washington, DC office at 202-783-6007, ext. 38. Please
e-mail a copy of your letters to us at stevem@sema.org or fax to
202/783-6024 or mail to:
SEMA Washington Office
1317 F St., NW, Ste. 500
Washington, D.C. 20004
Attn: Steve McDonald
-----------------------
From: Editor
I have one more form for a free companion ticket on United Air Lines. All
you need to do is apply for a United Airlines credit card. Then you will
receive a certificate that allows you to take someone with you for free the
next time you fly United Airlines. If you would like to have it, please
let me know.
BOB
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From: Editor
There are a lot of scams going on and using E-Bay as the bait. You may get
an e-mail telling you E-Bay wants you to "update" your account. If you
click on the web address given, you will be asked to supply all sorts of
personal information, such as your credit card number.
DON'T DO IT. IT IS A SCAM
Does anyone other than me get these kind of scam messages?
BOB
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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
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
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Date: Tue, 2 Mar 2004 13:55:29 -0500
From: BOB FORD <BOB_FORD@compuserve.com>
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
MARCH 2, 2004
IF THIS E-MAIL HAS AN ATTACHMENT, IMMEDIATELY DELETE THIS E-MAIL.
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: "Bob Talley", INTERNET:talley5@jps.net
Hi Bob,
Thanks for letting me know and thanks for taking the time to do this
newsletter!!! I had intended to put the following ad in:
FOR SALE:
55-7 Sedan Delivery liftgate w/ glass, no rot $600
55-57 Sedan Delivery hinge cover $150
Lots of other 55-64 used parts email with needs talley5@jps.net. Selling
from 30 collection.
Bob Talley, Yreka CA
------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Barbara Smith, INTERNET:butchie101@yahoo.com
Please place me on your 55, 56, 57 e-mail list. I have one and LOVE having
it and driving it. I am looking for another also. Thanks
---------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:GremlinGTs@aol.com, INTERNET:GremlinGTs@aol.com
Darn, hit the wrong key! anyway, there are some new die casts out now,
seen
mostly at Wal-mart so far, maybe some Targets, put out by Funline in the
Muscle Machines packaging. This new release is called West Coast Choppers,
has an
Iron Cross on a mostly blue package, spider-web in upper left corner. Has
Jesse James name spelled across the front.
The car is a nice light blue '57 Chevy 2 door wagon, looks like 150
series, is lowered and has custom chrome wheels on it. Blue accent flames
and a
purple roof complete this new awesome NEW diecast. it's a 1/64th scale
car.
So this is a nice non-Nomad car, albeit custom for this run, and I'm sure
it'll be back in another form and color.
Just thought I'd give youfolks a
heads-up on this new release. Good hunting!
Jerry Casper
Woodbridge, VA
---------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com, INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com
FOR SALE--> '56 DelRay and 210 station wagon door armrests- turquoise.
rare color. $20pair; '57 lower steering column cover $15; '56 hood latch
plate support $10; '55 235 stick camshaft & gear $20. Shipping is
additional.
Wyatt S. Smolick
Coopersburg, PA
WSSmolick@aol.com
-----------------------------------
To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:chevyman@drtel.net, INTERNET:chevyman@drtel.net
Hello Bob
I am looking for someone to pick-up a fender in Albuquerque, NM and
deliver
to the vicinity of Jamestown, ND. Fargo or Bismarck would be fine also. If
anyone can help me out I would really appreciate. My number is
701-669-2256,
you can leave a message.
Thanks in Advance
Jim Larson
------------------------------
To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Dick Burrows", INTERNET:bulldog61655@msn.com
For tsfranks in Chicago. I understand a lot of dead people vote in
Chicago. Dick
----------------
To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:bryan1955@earthlink.net, INTERNET:bryan1955@earthlink.net
Hi Bob,
I have a 57 Belair Hardtop that I bought about 4 years ago, it
is titled and licensed. The other day I was looking at the door area
where the VIN Tag is supposed to be and it is missing. I think it may have
fallen off, maybe it was removed when painted before and not replaced
correctly. I don't really know what happened to it. I had
a police check done on it when I bought it, because it was from out of
state. Besides, I always check the VIN with the title first thing
when I buy a car, and I don't remember this car not having a tag. Can
I have another made with permission of my BMV / DMV as long as I have the
title. Or would I maybe have to buy a parts car and use another
number? Has anyone ever experienced this problem? Any help would be
greatly appreciated.
Thanks for the list BOB!
Bryan Condra
------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:J56chev@aol.com, INTERNET:J56chev@aol.com
Is there anyone in So. Calif. area interested in attending and caravaning
to
the Northwest Lake City Cruise in Coeur D' Alene, Idaho, August 9-12, 2004?
Please get in touch with me. Sincerely, Jim London - 9845 Whitmore Street -
El
Monte, California - (626) 448-6050. Bob, keep up the excellent work.
--------------------------
To: "Chevy List", bob_ford
From: "mr55chev \(cable\)", INTERNET:mr55chev@comcast.net
At times, we have asked about our 55 - 57 Chevs in the movies - and many
memorable ones are brought to mind. My personal memory is the Two Lane
Blacktop/American Graffiti 55 coupe. Hagerty has a survey going where
people are asked to vote for their favorite movie car. I wouldn't want
this list to pack the ballot box, or anything like that........
Sandy Pierce
Salt Lake City, Utah
-------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:McGillis@aol.com, INTERNET:McGillis@aol.com
Hi Bob,
1. AOL 9.0 filters out a lot of spam, unfortunately it also keeps some
legitimate messages from getting through. Do you get refused messages from
AOL
(554 code) from sending the list?
2. I use Cloudmark Spamnet with Outlook Express for business which does an
excellent job of filtering spam.
Dennis McGillis
Vintage Chevrolet Club of America, Orange County (CA) Region
949-551-4821 phone mcgillis@aol.com
>>>>>>>>>>>>>
According to AOL, they filter out 85 percent of spam e-mail. They claim
that if they did not filter out the spam, each of their accounts would
receive 1000 e-mail per day. Has anyone tried spam blockers. If yes, how
did they work.
BOB
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Editor's note. Yes I get that message sometimes from AOL users. I send
them an e-mail telling them about it and they usually solve the problem.
BOB
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
CC: "Jim & Carolyn Wheeler", INTERNET:56Chevys@cox.net
From: "Jim/Carolyn Wheeler", INTERNET:56chevys@cox.net
Hi. In a recent post, there was an inquiry about windshield trim parts for
a '56 convertible. I faced the same dilemma in 1999-2000. I have three
sources to recommend: 1) Classic Chevy International (CCI) in Florida,
1-800-456-1957; 2) Emory Bishop in San Diego, 1-858-569-0582; and 3) Jim,
in Nebraska, 1-402-391-4843.
We thought we had all the pieces for our car when we started restoration,
BUT WE DID NOT. Obviously, it can get pretty expensive to find the parts
and pieces you need but there's little choice when you're well into the
project. Now that the car is done, it was all worthwhile.
CCI has recently promoted reproduction parts not previously available. If
you fail to see what you need, call anyway and they may have something in
the pipeline.
Good luck!
--Jim Wheeler, Tucson, Arizona, 56Chevys@cox.net
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Frank J. Jones", INTERNET:FJJones@netcommander.com
I just purchased 1646 cars. Basically GM ranging from early 1940's to
1970's. Among them are 117 1957's, 87 1956's and 94 1955's. If any one
wants a list e-mail at fjjjone@netcommander.com and I will forward the
list.
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To: "BOB FORD BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:danad@rconnect.com, INTERNET:danad@rconnect.com
I use earthlink as my Internet provider. The spam blocker provided by them
for free has saved my sanity. At last count I had over 900 spam e-mails in
the quarantine in box,these are deleted automatically after 14 days . I
also
get what is called a suspected spam in box which I briefly review everyday
for legitimate e-mail which I have not yet admitted to my mailbox. Its been
a godsend from all the smut etc. that I was getting.
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:Taylor22@softneet.net
CC: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bill Kautz", INTERNET:kautz@comcast.net
Saw your question on the BOB FORD list about parts. I always tell people
to get a copy of Hemmings Motor News. The have thousands of listings for
car parts including hundreds for just Tri-5 Chevys. Hemmings is sold in
most book stores such as Walden and Barnes & Noble. You can also check them
out at www.hmn.com Their site will tell you where to get a copy of their
publication in your area. Good Luck! Wild Bill
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "tom cason", INTERNET:frogsplat1@insightbb.com
Bob,
I am looking for Air conditioning vents for a 55 or 56. Their condition is
not terribly important as I am doing a custom interior.I doesn't matter if
the balls are damaged or missing as long as the rest is at least suitable
for rechroming. I realize that a good pair of these is going for a pretty
penny. I was hoping someone had a set that couldn't get top dollar for
because the ball was missing or modified. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks
Tom Cason
Erlanger, KY
frogsplat1@insightbb.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Gleasonpk@aol.com, INTERNET:Gleasonpk@aol.com
Hi Bob,
The 75 year old guy that married the 25 year old girl may or may not
have been close to dead, but he was as close to heaven as he was probably
going
to get!
Paul Gleason
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:t.drosz@att.net, INTERNET:t.drosz@att.net
Bob, I work with Classic Auto Rentals out of Birmingham, MI and we rent and
sell classic cars. In addition we work with two companies that
"convertibalize" Cadillac DeVilles, CTS, ElDorados, Buick Riverias, and
just about anything else. These vehicles can be new or used.
If anyone is interested, they can contact me at 248 821 1111, or this
email.
Thank you for your interest.
Terry Drosz
Editor's note. Terry, please give us more details about making a
convertible. I am sure a lot of people will be interested.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Bowen96@aol.com, INTERNET:Bowen96@aol.com
Hello Bob, Thanks for this site. I enjoy the responses and some of the
parts
for sale.
I wanted to let your contacts know that I have the REDUCED SIZE Steering
Wheels for the 55 & 56 Chevrolet Belair. These are BRAND NEW in box. I will
sell
them for $300.00 with free shipping.
Contact Dan Bowen, (512) 441-5656 OR you can E MAIL me at, Bowen96@aol.com
Austin, Texas
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Nomadcpa@aol.com, INTERNET:Nomadcpa@aol.com
Since the infinite wisdom of the California DMV was brought up on the CHEVY
LIST, I thought I would share my story. Last year, the paperwork came in
the mail to renew the registration on my '56 Nomad. I promptly sent in my
check with the insurance certificate and renewal notice. About 3 weeks
later I got back all of the paperwork including my uncashed check with a
note that there was no record of my car. Since it had been registered in
California since new, I thought that was strange, especially since I had
received a notice. Fortunately, a friend who is retired from the DMV put
me in touch with someone who could help. They were able to find the
records after all.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:LENLIB@aol.com, INTERNET:LENLIB@aol.com
Hi Bob: Please post the following parts on your list.......Thanks
57 Chev Rocker panel Moldings (NOS) $75.00 ea OBO
Chev HP Chrome Valve Covers (Small Block) #10134317 & $20. ea. OBO
55-57 Disc Brake Prop Valve # 25509418 (NOS) $25.00 OBO
Gold Bel Air Emblem (3) #3760007 $10.00 ea. OBO
H.D. Small Block oil Pump #3848907 $25.00 OBO
H.P. Camshaft (NOS) # 3896962 Offer
Aluminum Intake (NOS) # 14044836 Offer
Valve Lifters # 5232720 (NOS) Qty 8... Offer
2 H/L switches 55-56 NOS $40.00 ea (OBO) 1 used $25.00 OBO
Licence Lamp NOS 57 Chev $17.00 OBO
5-7 Emergency Handle Chrome (NOS) $7.00
2 Ballast Resistors (NOS) #1957164 $6.00 ea OBO
Also: CCI Magazine Collection complete years 1989, 90, 92, 94, 96,
97,
98, and 99. I have partial as follows 12/77, 2/78, 11/78, 2/80, 8/80,
2/84, 9/84, 1/85, 4/85, 7/85, 3/88thru12/88, 1/91thru3/91, 5/91thru11/91,
1/93.
3/93thru12/93. 1/00, 2/00, 3/00, 5/00 thru12/00 and 1/01, 2/01, 3/01. I am
asking $125.00 for all. Thats less than a buck each. Also have a 1955
assembley
manual for $20.00
I will work with buyer on shipping charges. Please e-mail me at
lenlib@aol.com or call me at 480-722-0257 after 6 PM AZ time. I'm located
in
Gilbert AZ ( a suburb just south of Phoenix) and my name is Len. Thanks!!!
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Anthony Babiak", INTERNET:thebabiaks@earthlink.net
Bill Kautz wrote in with the following item. The BonAmi story has been
around longer than me but I've heard from reliable sources that it
originated with problems that Caterpillar had with some of their diesels.
It
didn't usually work but was sort of a "nothing to loose" repair attempt
before the engine was torn down for warranty work. As a side note one of
the
old mechanics I knew (now deceased) who told me about the BonAmi story was
the service manager for Humes Trucking (Humes Tru-Track Trailers; Watch it
Steer) back in '54 just before the new Chevy V8 was introduced. The GMC
factory rep stopped in and was discussing the soon to be released V8. He
told them "this new V8 will go over 50,000 miles before it needs a ring
job". Everyone was amazed as this was unheard of for the times . Times sure
have changed.
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Steve Norden", INTERNET:alamo@netins.net
Bob, I hear Bose headphones advertised that will serve the purpose you
want.
Probably reeeeeeeal expensive, tho.
Amos.
Editor's note. Amos, I checked out the Bose headphones. Bose makes
excellent products. My problem was when I saw a sign in their store for an
"Escrow Department". <G>
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET
Pete57@aol.com, INTERNETPete57@aol.comURGENT LEGISLATIVE ALERT
Legislation to Repeal Old Car Emissions Exemption Reintroduced
in California State Assembly
Here we go again! As predicted, legislation has been reintroduced
in the California Assembly to repeal the state's current rolling emissions
test exemption for vehicles 30 years old and older. A.B. 2683 repeals the
current pro-hobbyist exemption and replaces it with a provision requiring
the permanent testing of all pre-1976 vehicles. This year, the bill was
introduced by California State Assemblywoman Sally Lieber (D-District 22).
We Urge You to Contact Assemblywoman Lieber and Your Own State Assembly
Member Immediately to Oppose A.B. 2683
* Existing law in California exempts all vehicles 30-years old and
older from emissions testing.
* California's current emissions testing exemption recognizes the
minimal impact of vehicles 30-years old and older on vehicle emissions and
air quality.
* Vehicles 30-years old and older constitute a small portion of the
overall vehicle population and are a poor source from which to look for
emissions reduction.
* Antique and classic vehicles are overwhelmingly well-maintained and
infrequently driven (about one-third the miles each year as a new vehicle).
* Legislators and regulators are feeling the heat from a failed effort
to meet air quality goals and are looking for a convenient scapegoat. The
old car hobby should not carry the burden of their mistakes!
Contact your State Assembly Member to oppose A.B. 2683. Assemblywoman
Lieber can be reached by e-mail at Assemblywoman.Lieber@assembly.ca.gov To
find out who your own State Assembly Member is, contact the California
Assembly's general information line at 916/445-4311. This information can
also be accessed via the Internet at
http://www.enjoythedrive.com/legisla...legislator.asp or by
calling the SEMA Washington, DC office at 202-783-6007, ext. 38. Please
e-mail a copy of your letters to us at stevem@sema.org or fax to
202/783-6024 or mail to:
SEMA Washington Office
1317 F St., NW, Ste. 500
Washington, D.C. 20004
Attn: Steve McDonald
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From: Editor
I have one more form for a free companion ticket on United Air Lines. All
you need to do is apply for a United Airlines credit card. Then you will
receive a certificate that allows you to take someone with you for free the
next time you fly United Airlines. If you would like to have it, please
let me know.
BOB
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From: Editor
There are a lot of scams going on and using E-Bay as the bait. You may get
an e-mail telling you E-Bay wants you to "update" your account. If you
click on the web address given, you will be asked to supply all sorts of
personal information, such as your credit card number.
DON'T DO IT. IT IS A SCAM
Does anyone other than me get these kind of scam messages?
BOB
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