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Ghost in the Machine
05/19/2004
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTF
Date: Wed, 19 May 2004 10:31:40 -0700 (PDT)
From: BOB FORD <bob_ford@sbcglobal.net>
To: "BOB,FORD" <BOB_FORD@sbcglobal.net>
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST MAY 18, 2004
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EDITOR
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From:"Gary White" <gwhitrun@comcast.net>
Please post these items for sale for me:
Smithy's glass pack mufflers 22" never been out of box $40
Bow Tie exhaust extensions 2 1/2" $10
Oil bath air cleaner element for 57(mine converted to Fram) $5
2 outside mirrors for 57-used not perfect but chrome glass type $15
Westclock for 57-has been restored but will not run all
of the time-best use if core for quartz $50obo
Sell all for one price of $75 + shipping.
Contact:
gwhitrun@comcast.net
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From:"goodwrench3" <goodwrench3@ywave.com>
Hi All, The answer to the tool time question Was that a real Nomad? No it
was not. They showed a nomad in most shots but if you look closely to the
car that the I beam hits it is just a 2 door wagon, not a nomad. I freaked
the first time I saw it as well!
Michael Derion
13341 Cedar Grove Ln SE
Rainier, WA 98576
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From:"SANDRA SCOTT" <SANDYSCOTT@peoplepc.com>
To Bob,
The service you provide is tremendous. Came to this site after reviewing
your for sale car list e-mail. I'm sure they
do not come to you in the format you send out; namely, the
prices being in order. Another great feature you provide for
us listees. Thanks Again! Carl & Sandy
To CJ- It has been my past experience, a cinder block works
great! It was fast and efficient. Mind you, we did this on a
beater. I wouldn't recommend this procedure tho. Carl & Sandy
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From:"Michael J. McDonough" <m477@Midwest.net>
Hi Bob
I was wondering if someone on the list could answer a couple
of questions that has puzzled me for a long time.
Do original wheels for a 57 Chevy 2drht have slots in them or
are the solid. My car is an original car and the wheels that
are on it are solid with no slots, however I have seen on
E-Bay people sell wheels that they say are original and they
have slots in them. Also were fender skirts for a 57 Chevy an
original option or were they an after market item? I purchased
a pair on E-Bay the guy said that they were original 57 Chevy
skirts. I took them to the body shop and had them painted
while waiting for the paint job I ordered a set of stainless
steel guards that go on the front of the skirts. When I got
the skirts back from the paint shop and tried to put the
guards on them the lower front of the skirts were too wide for
the guards. Now I'm wondering if the skirts I have are not for
a 57 Chevy. They seem to fit the car ok but after comparing
them to the picture of skirts from Danchuck's the lower front
part on mine are wider. I have always tried to keep my car as
original as I could and if the skirts I have are not right
that little voice won't let me sleep at night.I'm sure some of
you guys will understand. I know there are of guys on the list
that are a lot smarter than I am when it comes to 57 Chevys
that's what makes this list so great. I would appreciate any
help.
Thanks
Mike
M477@Midwest.net
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From:"Tom Ordway" <mrfi57@yahoo.com>
In answer to the question about the '55 Nomad in the
Tool Time show, If you watch carefully, when the beam
hit the car and crushed the roof, the painted window
frames on the doors indicate that it was a dummied-up
2 door wagon. Many Months after the show a friend of
mine was rummaging a wrecking yard up in Mojave,
California and saw the wagon and told me about it. He
hadn't seen the show and was perplexed as to what
happened. I explained what went on in the show, but I
sure hated seeing another 2 door wagon bite the dust,
as I have 2 driver '57 2 door wagons myself. I guess
it's good news for Nomad lovers.
Tom Ordway
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From:MARKS1957@aol.com
Bob,
I have been reading your list for some time now and have
finally found a need to use it. My 57 Chevy went through a
transplant last year.I put in a 1994 LT1 with its 4L60E trans.
It came out of a Camero and just had over 200miles on it when
I put it in.
I am now selling it (item #2478636716 on e-bay) to put in its
bigger brother, the LT4. The motor now only has just over 3000
miles on it and it worth about $3000 by itself. I am including
about $2000 worth of chrome and a brand new custom Ron Davis
Radiator with it. I even am including custom stainless steel
pipe to use instead of having to find a hose of using
coolflex. (see photos on ebay of the radiator/pipe) I am
asking $5000 for all of it, or the best offer. It does come
with a ECM and a custom plumbed/polished and chrome cover
water pumbed water pump. The list is extensive, but e-bay has
everything listed if anyone is interested.
The motor runs great and is in my 57 Chevy until June 21, when
it is scheduled to be pulled to have the LT4 put in. The
motor will be kept at the shop in Huntington Beach and can be
picked up there or can be shipped. If I get my asking price, I
will take care of the shipping.
Interested parties can reach me by my e-mail: marks1957@aol.com
or my cell phone: 414-309-7007, or at home 650-589-3857
Thanks, Mark
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From:MARKS1957@aol.com
Bob,
I have been reading your list for some time now and have
finally found a need to use it. My 57 Chevy went through a
transplant last year.I put in a 1994 LT1 with its 4L60E trans.
It came out of a Camero and just had over 200miles on it when
I put it in.
I am now selling it (item #2478636716 on e-bay) to put in its
bigger brother, the LT4. The motor now only has just over 3000
miles on it and it worth about $3000 by itself. I am including
about $2000 worth of chrome and a brand new custom Ron Davis
Radiator with it. I even am including custom stainless steel
pipe to use instead of having to find a hose of using
coolflex. (see photos on ebay of the radiator/pipe) I am
asking $5000 for all of it, or the best offer. It does come
with a ECM and a custom plumbed/polished and chrome cover
water pumbed water pump. The list is extensive, but e-bay has
everything listed if anyone is interested.
The motor runs great and is in my 57 Chevy until June 21, when
it is scheduled to be pulled to have the LT4 put in. The
motor will be kept at the shop in Huntington Beach and can be
picked up there or can be shipped. If I get my asking price, I
will take care of the shipping.
Interested parties can reach me by my e-mail: marks1957@aol.com
or my cell phone: 414-309-7007, or at home 650-589-3857
Thanks, Mark
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From:"David Alexander" <David.Alexander@PWGSC.GC.CA>
Bob Ford's 57-56-55 Chevy Internet Club List
Hello Bob,
I just surfed into the site throughhttp://www.angelfire.com/sc/chevy/ .
I like your site a lot. The pictures are fabulous. I can just feel the sun
and the dry air.
I have a 56 Nomad which I bought in California (Whittier) back in 1977. Onyx
Black and India
Ivory.
I don't presently belong to a club but I was looking for 5-6-7 info as I am
seriously considering
the disc brake upgrade.
I am puzzled by so many sets on the market.
I presently am running a power dual master cylinder with drums all the way
around.
I have rebuilt all of the wheel cylinders but the brakes are still very
touchy which I feel is
unsafe.
I have '61-68 hubs which allow upgrade from ball bearings to the tapered
roller bearings.
Are you aware of any disc brake set up (kit) in particular which is
preferable?
I also would like to know which components of the kits are available at my
local GM dealers and
what part numbers are used.
As I live in Canada I don't mind buying the parts of the kits which are
transition pieces to mount
the brakes but it seems extravagant to import some of the parts which are
available locally.
Anyway Bob, if you have the time to pass along any information to me in
regard to the above it
would be appreciated.
Have a great day.
David Alexander, NSLS
Manager, Legal Surveys & Land Information Management
Public Works and Government Services Canada
Real Property Professional and Technical Services
PO BOX 2247
1713 Bedford Row
Halifax, NS
B3J 3C9
Phone: (902) 496-5252
Fax (902) 496-5276
david.alexander@pwgsc.gc.ca
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From:jslee55@comcast.net
Hi Dick,
No it wasn't a Nomad that was used in the Tool Time episode that the I-beam
was dropped on. It
was a 2 door, Handyman wagon. The real Nomad is still around and has been
sold a few times. I
have
some pictures of the Nomad on my web site. http://home.comcast.net/~jslee55/
Jack
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From:NomadMan55@aol.com
Sandy,
I have shipped seats and other big boxes through Greyhound Bus
and it is a lot cheaper than UPS or FedEx.
- Warren
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From:Vmh55n6@aol.com
Hello Bob,
It has been a long time since submitting anything to the list.
I continue to enjoy reading your list and agree with everyone
that you indeed do a tremendous job. Doing a monthly email
Class of 1965 (North Salinas High - Salinas, CA) newsletter
myself, I certainly appreciate your time and effort.
Speaking of High School, although this is a Chevy list, I am
on the prowl for a 1964 Dodge Polara. This is "the car" my
husband had in High School and I would like to find one for
him. Not to worry, we still have our '56 Chevy 210 and our
'55 Nomad is now a reality (at the paint & body shop right
now), If anyone knows of a decent (drivable) Polara in the
West Coast, I would appreciate any information. It would be a
great surprise to make a Polara his next project!
Thank you,
Virginia - Bakersfield, CA
Editor's note. Everyone should check www.classmates.com See if your school
is listed
(if not add it) and see if the people you went to school with have
registered. You might find some old friends you would enjoy communicating
with. Anyone have an old high school flame they would like to see again? I
got out of high school in 1956. Talking to the people that graduated the
same year I did brought some very big surprises. People did not turn out as
was expected in high school. Can anyone relate to this?
BOB
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From:"Raelene" <svasilak@bigpond.net.au>
Bob,
I've spoken to a lot of people trying to find a nice '57
ragtop, and everybody highly recommends you.
I'm looking to buy a restored car in No.2 condition or better,
car must be to original specification, prefer a white car with
red/silver trim and a black top. Will consider a black or
turqiouse (not red) .Prefer an automatic car. Will pay right
money for the right car.
If you could pass on any leads or if you know of any, it would
be greatly appreciated.
yours in motoring,
Spiro Vasilakis
Melbourne, Australia
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From:"Charlie" <chas108@1smartisp.net>
It was a '55 Handyman, not a Nomad. The cars were switched at
the last minute so you've really got to pay atttention. In one
scene Jill's Nomad is there, the next it's a Handyman. The
full-frame doors and vertical B-pillar give it away. In the
next scene you see the Handyman "Nomad" in a garage with its
roof smashed. I'd like to think they found a Bondo special and
painted it up for the scene...
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From:WILLYHUAZ@aol.com
Hi Bob,
I have a friend who recently purchased a 1930 Pearce-Arrow,
now he wants to sell his 55 Chev B/A Sport coupe. It is in
peices, needs to be re assembled after paint. It has a new
upholstry kit, rebuilt 265 and powerglide, body work is all
done, all parts are there. This would be a numbers matching
car. Not that it matters to me. He is asking $8500 for the
car. Do you think that is a good price? Thanks again for the
great column, i look forward to reading it.
Bill Hughes
willyhuaz@aol.com
Selah, Wa.
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From:YakimaMagic@aol.com
To Bob and to Bill Davis,
Regarding transferring VHS recordings to DVD via
computers, I have done a lot of this and it is a fairly simple
procedure. You will need either an analog/digital
convertor...not expensive...$100 to $500 depending... or you
will need a digital camcorder that has both firewire and TV
cable ports. You will also need a firewire port on your
computer. I don't know why but USB 2 ports are almost never
used for digital video.
Once the proper connections are made, and if you have
appropriate software for editing video and for burning DVD,
there is nothing to it. Low cost or beginner software should
be adequate. When you play the VHS casette on the VCR, the
camcorder or a/d convertor will carry the signal to your video
editor and it will play on your computer monitor just as it is
playing on the TV screen (you don't really need the TV, but it
is disorienting to not have one).
If you have the interest in doing so, you can clean up
your project using the video editor. Otherwise you can just
burn it as is using the DVD software. I believe some low-cost
software applications are capable of both functions.
As Bob says, the simplest and cheapest way is to record
directly from a VCR to a DVD burner. The method I am
discussing in this post is best if you want to do some editing
as well. Editing is much more easily done on the computer
with good software than by trying to do it through players.
I suggest you not try to do any of this with the version
of Microsoft Movie Maker that comes bundled with Windows XP; I
have found it to be inadequate. Buy third-party software.
Most beginner apps cost under $100. If you have a Mac, iMovie
and iDVD are all you need; both come bundled as part of the
iLife suite and are on all newer Macs, or iLife can be
purchased for $49 from Apple.
If you need to buy a burner for this project, it seems that
DVD-R is compatible with the greatest number of DVD players.
Make at least two copies of your DVD. It is now being
discovered that CDs are not as archival as was once thought.
DVDs should last longer than CDs but this is still really an
unknown. A badly scratched or warped CD or DVD may be so
unusable that the data cannot be recovered and your backup
copy will save the day.
I am now hearing rumors that DVD will be around for only
about five more years; it is already being considered as
inadequate for huge files. Be prepared to re-record all your
DVDs to the next better thing when it comes along.
Altogether, this project should cost around $500 in
equipment and software, at most. If you use Windows, the most
you would need to buy are the convertor, a burner, the
software, and perhaps a firewire card. If you have a budget
PC, you may need to invest in a better video card. If you
have a newer Mac with a superdrive, you will need only a
convertor.
If anyone has specific questions, please email me and I
will happily answer you. Make sure you specify in the subject
line, that the email is in regard to this post in the Bob
Ford List or your email will be treated as spam and will be
deleted unopened, unfortunately.
I hope this helps and encourages a lot of computer users
to begin archival work on their family history. We now have
simple and affordable ways to do this which were never
available in the past. I do a lot of this for clients and see
tears in many eyes.
Jan Mowrey
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From:"Gary White" <gwhitrun@comcast.net>
Would you please post for me.
I have an original 57 clock-Westclock-that has been restored
and runs sometime. Probably needs to be converted. Will sell for $50
OBO.
Also does anyone have a tow bar that will fit the 57. I do not
want to clamp on the bumper but attach to the bolts underneath if
possible.
I only need it to move the car around short distances in Dallas.
Thanks for your help.
Gary
gwhitrun@comcast.net
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From:mfrench@exhibit-enterprises.com
Hello Bob
Just wondering if any list members
can recommend a good stainless repair
ship in the Detroit area. Thanks again for
all the hard work.
mike
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From:Nomadcpa@aol.com
Hi Bob:
In response to Dick with the Cameo regarding Tool Time. They
always featured a 55 Nomad on that program. But, when the
beam was dropped, a 55 non-Nomad wagon stood in and became the
giant hot dog bun. If you pay close attention without going
into shock you will see the door frame sticking up above the
smashed roof.
Sherwin Silver
1956 Nomad
Classic Chevys of Southern California
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From:"robert hamilton" <fiberglassfrank@earthlink.net>
For mr. Davis:
Yes you can have 8 MM,16 MM, VHS,put on DVD,I had all home movies,Even a
57 chevy fuel injection film put on DVD..It is a little costly but check
around. After you get first copy done then it is real cheap to get more
copies.
fiberglassfrank@earthlink.net
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From:MIKEPREDINA@aol.com
BOB, GREAT NEWSLETTER-DEFINITELY APPRECIATED. FOR DICK WITH
THE CAMEO REGARDING THE TOOL TIME NOMAD, FEAR NOT, A
BELOVED NOMAD DID NOT BITE THE DUST WHEN MAKING THE TV SHOW. I
REPLAYED THE TAPE ABOUT TEN TIMES AND THE REAL GIVE AWAY IS
WHEN THE CAR IS SHOWN IN THE GARAGE AFTER THE ACCIDENT, A
WINDOW FRAME IS CLEARLY SHOWN STICKING UP FROM THE DOOR. AS
WE ALL KNOW, (AND I DO, SINCE I GOT MY FIRST NOMAD IN 1966,
AND STILL HAVE A '57.) NOMADS DO NOT HAVE DOOR WINDOW
FRAMES; THEY ARE LIKE A HARDTOP-WHEN THE WINDOW IS DOWN, THERE IS NO FRAME
STICKING UP. IT'S ONE OF THE THINGS THAT REALLY MAKE A
NOMAD UNIQUE. SO REST EASY, THEY SACRIFICED A 150 OR 210 TWO
DOOR WAGON, AND NOT A NOMAD. ACTUALLY, ON EOF THE BIG
REASONS I SAW THAT SHOW WAS TO HOPEFULLY SEE THE BEAUTIFUL RED
NOMAD.
MIKE PREDINA CHAGRIN FALLS, OHIO
MIKEPREDINA@AOL.COM
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From:"tom beang" <tom57chevy@yahoo.com>
Hi Bob please post for sale
For sale 1956 station wagon rear bumper complete with tag
lights. I was going to install it on my 56 sedan but I sold
the car. This bumper was triple plated and is still in the
wrapper and was never used. The tag lights are brand new.the
price is $700.00 plus shipping. Tom Beang Stuart Fl.
tom57chevy@yahoo.com [772]335-5557
Thanks Love the list
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From:"Steve Norden" <alamo@netins.net>
Bob, two other shipping options are Greyhound Bus and some
commercial airlines. I've seen both used for somewhat larger
items.
Amos.
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From:"Ron R Nye" <ratpk@juno.com>
From ratpackracing (ratpk@juno.com)
Bob, I have been looking for a company that makes fiberglass garnish
moldings for a 55 2dr sedan. If anyone can refer me it would be
appreciated. Thanks, Ron.
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From:"John Pardi" <jons56@maine.rr.com>
Bob this is a great site for tri fivers. 50's & 60's memories
http://www.doo-wop.org/index.html
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From:"Don Kent" <dkent@socal.rr.com>
Hi Bob,
To Bill Ricklet,
The Fram CA-151 air filter (for '57 powerpak) is available at
Kragen Auto Parts. Have them look it up in their catalog. I
checked with my local store about two weeks ago. They're
still in stock and at the Kragen warehouse. Incidentally,
they were originally designed for the '57 Lincoln. If they're
that hard to find you better get more than one!
Good luck.
Don Kent
Northridge, CA
'56 BelAir H.T.
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From:MuzikBiz01@aol.com
That story from Bill Davis was great. I wish I'd done the same
thing many years ago before my parents passed on. I do have
old silent home movies going back to the late 30s, and include
early birthday parties, Christmas, their wedding in '39, and
other family events. My favorite, perhaps, is an 8MM film of
our first trip--in a '52 Chevy--across the 'old' Route 66--two
lanes, no air conditioning, 'mom and pop' indie motels, and
great food at local drive-ins and cafes along the way. It was
an era when you could buy a piece of pie from the woman who
actually baked it!
Our '52 did not even have a radio--my dad, who had gone
through the depression, and served in the Navy in World War 2,
along with working his way through Stanford University prior
to the war--was a practical man who thought that cars were not
a 'luxury' but a necessity. They were to get you from 'point
A' to 'point B.' No frills...no white side walls, air
conditioning, radio or other creature comforts.
We passed the time learning about the great history and
geography of our great land...played alphabet sign games, read
the Burma Shave signs, and stopped at each 'state line' to
take our picture in front on the "Welcome" sign. Many of them
were quite elaborate, and I recall "Texas" was a huge granite
sign in the shape of the state.
I remember Flagstaff and the old railroad station there;
Tucumcari, NM (and all the signs announcing how many more
miles it was ahead). I've driven that route many, many times
since, including the weekend before 9/11, but that wonderful
family trip in April 1953 is etched in my mind (and heart)
forever.
Have a great Sunday!
Fred/Nashville
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From:Clifchev@aol.com
Hello Bob,
Looking for Indy 500 programs 1970 and older. Must be in
very good condition. Also Hamms beer signs 1972 and older. May
consider other brands.
The Home Improvement episode showing Tim's Nomad being
crushed was actually a wagon.
We offer quality bumper replating & straightening. Quick
turn around. Many services available.
Cliff Waldron
Cliff's Classic Chevrolet
Portland Oregon
503-667-4329
www.cliffsclassicchevrolet.com
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From:fiftiesforever@optonline.net
Hello Bob, and List Members:
Just a note to let all the 55-57 owners know that we have new
triple plated show chrome bumpers available. Here are prices
and availability:
55 3pc front $339
55 3pc rear $339
55 front and rear guards $139 per pair
55 Wagon/Nomad rear center $125
56 3pc front $339
56 front guards $139pr
57 rear bumper ends $275pr
57 rear center $200
Give us a call if you'd like to order at 973 478 1306. We are
located in NJ. Hours are M-F, 9am-6pmEST. Thank You.
Donna
FIFTIES FOREVER fiftiesforever@optonline.net
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From:"Mike Oatman" <mikeoatman@yahoo.com>
To Bill Davis, regarding the VCR to DVD recorder machine..
Yes, they are now available. I bought one from Sears.
It's a Sansui model # 57-57103. It will play VHS tapes, or
will play/record DVD's, from several sources such as it's
own VHS function, the TV, or from a camcorder/external VHS
machine using the supplied RCA jacks etc.. I haven't tried
to make a DVD recording yet.. but it looks pretty simple to
do. I paid something like $399 for it, and I think it was
a (Sears) '03 Christmas special purchase.. so, I don't know
if they are still available or not.
Hope this helps..
Mike Oatman
55 BelAir
2-door sedan
mikeoatman@yahoo.com
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From:"Charlie" <chas108@1smartisp.net>
Bob, I looked up the Mohs in my Encyclopedia of American Cars
1940-1970 (Beekman House 1980)....the car they show in the
book is called the Mohs Ostentatienne Opera Coupe. Built from
1967-78 by Bruce Baldwin Mohs of Madison Wisconsin, the
Ostentatienne was 20'-6" long but had a 119" wheelbase. So a
lot of overhang. Weight was 5740 lbs. Height 69 inches.
International Harvester built the chassis to Mohs'
specifications. Engines were a 193-horse 304 V8 or a 250-horse
549 V8, both made by IH. The 549 came with a 5-speed manual.
I'm guessing these powertrains were what IH used in its medium duty trucks
and school buses. A water-cooled automatic was available. The cars also came
with removable skylight, butane furnace heater, 24-karat-gold inlaid
walnut-covered instrument
panel, 3/4" Ming Dynasty style carpet with 3/8" pad. And the
tires were wide whitewall 7.50x20 with nitrogen-filled inner
tubes. I'm not making any of this up! The item goes on to say
a base Ostentatienne ran $19,600 in the late 60's (when a new
'Vette ran for around $5,000!) The 549 V8 model was $25,600.
Production ran 3-4 cars per year. There was one other model
billed as a dual-cowl phaeton, called the Safarikar.
Introduced in 1971, it sold for $14,500. The picture they
show in the book is odd, to be kind. Weird proportions. Very
high roofline and a low greenhouse. slab sides with what looks
like a push-bar bumper (similar to what a lot of cars wore in
1973-74 as the automakers scrambled to comply with new safety
bumper standards.)
Look at it this way...if Cindy Crawford or Shania Twain were
reincarnated as a car, they'd both be'57 BelAirs. If Rosie
O'Donnell were reincernated as a car, she'd be a Mohs
Ostentatienne.
Editor’s note. Charlie, at first I though you well pulling my leg so I
looked up the MOHS and you were right on the money. That must have been one
strange car.
BOB
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From:Lester Besser" <lbn344@cone.net>
Bob
I am thinking of putting disk brakes on my BelAir. Some of the places that
sell these kits say
I should have the rotors "Drilled and Slotted". Can someone explain what
that means and
"Is it a good thing to have done?"
"What does it cost?"
"Who does it in Southern California?"
It has been a long time since you had some 50s information on the list so
here is my contribution.
What was Hank Kimball’s job?
Editor’s note. Didn’t Hank Kimball spend a lot of time at Sam Drucker’s
store in a town that got a famous restaurant (at least for men) named after
it? <G>
BOB
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