TriChrome
03-06-2018, 11:14 PM
From: BOB FORD [BOB_FORD@compuserve.com]
Sent: Saturday, March 11, 2000 7:07 AM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST
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. IF YOU KNOW SOMEONE THAT
HAS E-MAIL AND WOULD BENEFIT FROM BEING A LIST MEMBER, ASK THEM TO
JOIN. THE MORE LIST MEMBERS WE HAVE, THE MORE INFORMATION LIST
MEMBERS CAN SHARE WITH EACH OTHER.
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.
I ENCOURAGE ALL LIST MEMBERS TO INCLUDE THEIR CITY AND STATE WITH
THEIR POSTS. IF YOU ARE POSTING SOMETHING FOR SALE PLEASE ALSO
INCLUDE YOUR PHONE NUMBER AND THE PRICE. IT IS HELPFUL TO ALSO
INCLUDE 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.
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.
THANKS
BOB FORD
EDITOR
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
CC: [unknown], INTERNET:chevy156@aol.com
From: Louis, INTERNET:lou1@primenet.com
If anyone wants the 'hot one Chevrolet 1955 - 1957" book by P. Chappell
I located a copy at 651 433 5744. price is 45.00.
Louis
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Donna, INTERNET:Fiftiesforever@webtv.net
Lenny,
We've never been to the Wildwood show, but so many of my customers do go
every year. They love it! We will really make an effort to go this
year. Time seems so hard to come by in this business! Keep in touch.
Donna
Fifties Forever
206 Division Ave.
Garfield, NJ 07026
973-478-1306
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com, INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com
Hey guys,
I've got some odds and ends parts here that I would like to get rid of.
I'm selling everything here as one lot. All of them have defects or need
restoration. Included is: 1 '55-'56 chevy horn (doesn't work), '57
original
engine fan, '55 day/night mirror (glass needs resilvering and chrome bezel
needs replating), 2 6cyl fuel pumps for rebuilding (one has a glass filter
bowl on it!), 1 6cyl water pump (leaks past the bearing), 1 original '56
T-3
headlight (low beam doesn't work), 1 original master cylinder, 1 '55 solid
mount generator, and a 55/56 dash clock (doesn't work). I would like to
get
$40 for everything here. Shipping would be extra.
Wyatt S. Smolick
Fleetwood, PA
WSSmolick@aol.com
PS- I have a long list of good used '55-'57 Chevy parts for sale. Email me
and I'll email it to you.
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From: Editor
If anyone would like to have a piece of history, I have some World War 2
ration stamps I will give to anyone that wants them. With a list with
this many members, I may get more than one request for these ration stamps.
If I do, I will select one request at random for the stamps. Please
include your mailing address with your e-mail.
BOB
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To: "Bob Ford - Tri-5 Chevys", BOB_FORD
From: "R. Welch", INTERNET:rwelch@ionet.net
<< Did GM make stainless steel window garnish moulding in 55, or for that
matter in any year? I had mine chromed and it has come to my attention
that they may be available in stainless steel. I had never heard that so
I
thought I would throw it out to the list and find out. Thanks.
Bob Welch
56 Cameo
55 Belair >>
Bob, I highly doubt it. !!!!!!! Richard
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In re to my original post about the garnish moulding I have gotten one
response that said yes and one that said no - plus the original source that
said yes - anyone else want to add to this? I didn't think this would be a
difficult question to answer. I used a magnet on my moulding and it is
strongly attracted suggesting they are mild steel - however, I know some
grades of stainless steel has iron in it. -Bob
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:j-mls@webtv.net, INTERNET:j-mls@webtv.net
Is there anyone punching out repro 56 front fenders? I've heard this was
happening. Can anyone shed some light on this? Thanks in advance!!!!
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:fity7nomad@sprintmail.com,
INTERNET:fity7nomad@sprintmail.com
Hi Bob & List members,
There has been a lot of discussion on this list, and in the news
about the above subject.
I saw something recently, that I had been thinking about, in regard to
the reasons for the large increases in gas prices.
The other day, the Baltimore Sun Papers had two headline stories on
the same page. The stories where informative in themselves, but the bigger
untold story
was the conflict of interests of our nation when comparing the content of
the two
articles. One article was concerning the cost of gas. The other had to do
with a large order
for jet fighters for export to the far east.
The untold story is that we are experiencing "fuel oil blackmail" by
the very same countries that buy our weapons, jets, repair parts and
technology. I
wonder how long these high prices would continue if we where to cut off the
supply of
repair parts etc.?
Another point.....I have heard no mention of alternative fuel
development to prevent this "fuel blackmail". When I lived in the
Mid-West, gasohol was very
popular. It was not subject to large price increases. My car ran very
well on it.
Spark plugs lasted longer The fuel burned cleaner. Fuel injectors stayed
clean and the internal
combustion engine liked it.
The Government has mandated the auto industry design and produce
more fuel efficient cars with less pollution emissions. But has done
nothing to
get the oil companies to develop and alternative fuel such as gasohol. We
finally have a
commercially available synthetic oil. Something that was used by Germany
during world war II.
Electric cars are not the answer either. They will ultimately
create another pollution problem from the materials used in batteries.
Another disposal problem
like that of nuclear waste!
Another benefit of an alternative fuel, would be the lack of
necessity for this nation to jump in and fight another county's battles to
protect our interests
in their oil fields. Did Exxon, ARCO, Chevron etc. contribute anything to
the Gulf War? Aside
from other possible alternative fuels, this country produces enough grain,
coupled
with our own natural resources, to produce all the fuel we could ever need.
(Stop
exporting our Alaskan oil to Japan to help offset our dollars for import of
their
goods.)
Like the old saying goes "Charity begins at Home"!
Bob, I hope you don't consider this "Soap Box Editorial" something
controversial. If you do decide not to publish it on the list, I'll
understand. I would
appreciate your private message indicating your thoughts on the subject.
It does have an effect
on our hobby and if you think about it, the history of our cars is tied
to the
history of our country. Somehow, we need to remind our legislators that
they work for us. Not
the other way around.
Rich, Baltimore, MD
Editor's note. I am happy to publish your point of view. I think it is
shared by a lot of people.
BOB
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Billy Klingman, INTERNET:blejmz@execpc.com
Warren Kraemer-
Inca Silver was the color almost all rims were painted from the factory.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com, INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com
In a message dated 03/08/2000 10:11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time,
BOB_FORD@compuserve.com writes:
<< #29 - MCDonalds - how about before MCDonalds? >>
We used to make a monthly trip to McD's with my dad for hotcakes...
and it was a big deal !
#11 - phone #'s - how about 4 numbers only? My home phone in Ogden,
Utah in the 40's was 4206.
My phone number was EXPORT 6-3245 !
#6 - Milk Bottles - how about ones with 2" of cream in the neck?
Pre-homogenized.
I remember having a MILK MAN deliver bottled milk with the cream separated
in
it when I was small in the early 60's....
Dana Schaeffer
Cyclone Car Club
Malden MA
781-397-1322
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From: Editor
Every once in a while on this list, I sneak in a money savings tip. Here
is one. I think it is a
universal practice for phone companies to charge you extra each month to
have an unlisted number.
However, you can have your number listed in the phone book any way you
like. So instead of having an unlisted number you have a listed number and
the name with the phone number is John Smith.
You have accomplished the same goal and you don't pay extra each month.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com, INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com
,
BOB_FORD@compuserve.com writes:
<< BUT WHO IN THIS LIST
REALLY WANTS TO DO THIS?
Take care!
Greetings from lucky(?) Europe
Dieter >>
Hey Dieter at least BEER is cheaper! :)
Lenny Schaeffer
event coordinator
Cyclone Car Club
Malden MA
781-397-1322
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:fity7nomad@sprintmail.com,
INTERNET:fity7nomad@sprintmail.com
Bob,
I installed power disc brakes on my Nomad. No problem using the 14"
wheels as long as the conversion is correct. I bought my kit from East
Coast Chevy.
Everything went on without a problem, and works very well. Best part is
that the calipers
are located to the rear of the rotors where they belong. Beware of any
kits that mount the
calipers to the front.
Rich, Baltimore, MD
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:fity7nomad@sprintmail.com,
INTERNET:fity7nomad@sprintmail.com
Hi Bob and list members,
I enjoyed the quiz and perhaps admitting my age, I got all but two
questions.
Here is another good one regarding quiz question number 22. What was
the name of the puppet dog in that Nestles' commercial?
Rich, Baltimore, MD
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Kenneth L Ogle", INTERNET:kenneth.ogle@gte.net
BOB, your 'DOLLY' agent again, sorry about the ad with no price or
location. I sent the ad in a couple of weeks ago, but then got some
digital pictures and notified the readers of same. I should have realized
that the readers would not see both ads together. I'll do it all over.
FOR SALE: 1957 283 powerpac engine (FC code) and original powerglide
transmission, complete including correct original breather, 4 barrel
carburetor, and exhaust manifolds. Engine and transmission only have
70,000 miles on them. The Nomad that these parts were removed from is in
Sevierville, TN, 'DOLLY'S' home town, and was just purchased for the
original owner last year. A friend of mine drove this Nomad and tried to
buy it last year at a Tri-5 show in Pigeon Forge, TN, but the man would not
sell it, said he was going to make a street rod out of it. (I could almost
have cried) When he removed the drive train on February 20, 2000, I bought
the engine and transmission. He kept the brackets, etc, but I have most
everything else. The engine and transmission are exceptionally clean with
factory original paint except for the exhaust manifolds and valve covers
which were removed to replace leaking gaskets. I have digital pictures
available for 'interested' parties. These parts are perfect for that
professional restoration and are the best original engine and transmission
that I have ever seen. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!!! I'm looking for
around $2500 for everything and I live in Cleveland, TN, near Chattanooga.
My phone number is 423-479-6317 should anyone want to call me.
Thanks again and as always remember GOD is Love, Ken
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Linda Riggs", INTERNET:riggs57@email.msn.com
Greetings! The information about the title company in Alabama is:
Broadway Title
1-800-464-3222
Mastercard, Visa, A/E
6-10 Day Turnaround - No previous paperwork necessary. Completely Legal.
P.O. Box 130303, Birmingham, AL 35213
They usually advertise in Hemmings & Old Cars and we have used them for a
missing title.
Jim & Linda from Maryland
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: Louis, INTERNET:lou1@primenet.com
Has anyone here ever straightened out the rear of a 57 chevy? specifically
the tail-light housings. If so, please email me.
thanks!
louis
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email: lou1@primenet.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
<<
Editor's note. Anyone on this list remember a Crosley? I saw a picture
where someone put a Crosley in the back of a Ford Excurssion.
BOB
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Yeah Bob, I remember them!!!!!!! Wasn't that a Crosley that I saw stuffed
inside of a Volkswagon at the L.A. museum ???????? Richard
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
<< I wish you good success for the gas boycott days but I have the same
opinion like the other list member. It won't change nothing because the
consume doesn't go back. If your tank is empty you'll fill it up today
and protest tomorrow. Put our gas guzzlers in the garage for a year and
only use Daihatsu 3 Cyl. cars for the way to work, close Disneyland and
Las Vegas then - may be - it will move something. BUT WHO IN THIS LIST
REALLY WANTS TO DO THIS?
Take care!
Greetings from lucky(?) Europe
Dieter >>
I would, EXCEPT for driving the Daihatsu!!!!!!! I would buy a horse,
first!!!!!!
EVEN a FORD !!!!!!!!!!!! LOL! Richard
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Don Kent", INTERNET:dkent@socal.rr.com
Bob,
Can anyone tell me what color the wheel rims were painted on a '57 Chevy
two tone when hub caps (not wheel covers) were ordered? Were they painted
the
same as the top of the car, or the bottom of the vehicle, or did the buyer
make the choice?
Thanks in advance for the feedback.
Warren
WARREN,
You'll probably get a similar answer on an upcoming list, but it really
depends on the model of the car and on when it was made. For instance, I
have a Bel-Air. It's a two-tone and is a very early '57. The wheels are
the same as the body color. An identical 210 would have the wheels painted
the color of the top. Later in 1957 the factory decided to paint all the
wheels silver (probably to save money). I think that happened in April,
but
I'm not certain. Someone on Bob's list will know. I guarantee it!
They did a lot of goofy things back then. Just keep asking and you'll
learn
how they did it, but you'll never be able to guess why!
Good luck with your car.
Don Kent
Northridge, CA
Editor's note. I want to second what Don said about the way cars were built
in 57. Sometimes when the factory ran out of something they used something
completely "non standard" on a car. That is why judging is a very
difficult job. I have seen things on cars from the factory that are hard
to believe unless you saw the car as it came off the truck that brought the
car to the dealer.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
<<
Editor's note. I have seen fliers at swap meets the claim they can take a
2 door hardtop and make a convertible. Has anyone heard of this being
done?
BOB >>
Bob, I've seen a 61 Impala 2 dr. hdtp. turned into a convertible! :-(
:-(
:-( Any good body man can do this, but would you have a real
convertible?
Not hardly !!!!! Too many differences between the two !!!!!!!! Richard
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
<< ist Members,
A while back some of you were talking about a title company in Alabama
who can give a title for a car when the original title cannot be
located. Can anyone give me some more info on this procedure and the
name and phone number of the company? Do you have to be the original
owner of the vehicle? Is this a legitimate transaction? I tried to
locate this type of service in Hemmings but could not. Also what is
cost? Any info would be a great help. Thank you. Donna
Donna, I believe Tom Trainor in Ga. Can help you with some of this info.
If
he can't, a friend of mine who use to live in Alabama named Jim Jack would
know! He now lives in Texas. If Tom Can't help you, you can email me & I
will send you Jim Jack's address! Richard
Fifties Forever
206 Division Ave.
Garfield, NJ 07026
973-478-1306
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
<< > >>
Richard, Sadly, I remember ALL of these !!!!!!!!!! :-( :-( :-(
Editor's note. Me to Richard. I guess we need some life insurance.
BOB >>
LIFE INSURANCE??????? ARE YOU KIDDING ME? I'M UNINSURABLE !!!!!!
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:twixter54@hotmail.com
To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: EMORY BISHOP, INTERNET:mainlychevy@webcombo.net
HI ERIC:
I HAVE A HITCH ON MY 56 NOMAD AND YOU CAN NOT TELL IT HAS ONE. I HAD A
CROSS BAR WELDED BETWEEN THE FRAME RAILS AND A TRAILER HITCH RECEIVER
ATTACHED TO THE CROSS BAR. I CUT A HOLE IN THE NOMAD BUMPER UNDER THE
LICENSE PLATE FOR THE RECEIVER TO COME THROUGH. THE LICENSE PLATE IS
MOUNTED ON A HINGE SO ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS LIFT UP THE LICENSE PLATE
AND INSTALL THE TRAILER HITCH IN THE STANDARD HITCH RECEIVER. WHEN NOT
USING THE HITCH THE LICENSE PLATE COVERS THE RECEIVER.
EMORY
SAN DIEGO,CA
Editor's note. Great idea Emory.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:McGillis@aol.com, INTERNET:McGillis@aol.com
<< It won't change nothing because the consume doesn't go back. >>
What a great quote!
Dennis McGillis
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To: "Bob Ford", bob_ford
From: "Dennis Rettew", INTERNET:dlrettew@erols.com
I have the following items for sale.
1. 1955 Chev. BA full hubcaps (4)
2. 1955 Chev. repro tire rims with www tires...(4) ...$ 75.00 @
3. 1955 Chev. radio
4. 1957 4 barrel intake manifold...$75.00
5. 1957 3 speed transmission...$75.00
Dennis Rettew
30 Kristin Circle
Downingtown,PA 19335
dlrettew@erols.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Sanford "Sandy" Pierce, INTERNET:mr55chev@webtv.net
Re: Chevy Spot
On the 8th day HE created the 55 Chevrolet
(and GMC Suburban Pickups)
http://www.chevrolet.com/buff/a700.htm
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "riggs57", INTERNET:riggs57@email.msn.com
Bob - could you please post on the list? Thanks!
350 Chevy small block, complete, never fired. Balanced and blueprinted.
Radical street rod motor. With 400 turbo transmission. $2500.00 Call
Harold Hicks 703-754-7740. (Near Manassas, Virginia).
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com, INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com
I note that several other list recipients have already inputted opposing
views
on the subject of "fuel prices", but I'd like to contribute mine
nevertheless.
Please allow me to add that I'm a mechanical engineer working in the
automobile,
not petroleum, industry.
No one likes to pay more for any commodity than they have been accustomed
to
paying in the immediate past. And, memories of the more distant past tend
to be
faded a bit and somewhat selective! With this in mind, I'd note that when I
first started to pay attention to such things in the early 1950's (I'm 55
now),
regular leaded gas sold for 27.9 cents a gallon in the area of New York
City
where my folks and I then lived. I can also well recall paying $1.61 a
gallon in
Metamora, Michigan in 1974. These prices include all taxes levied at the
time,
by the way.
One must keep in mind that my dad (and most working people) considered
themselves fortunate to be earning $100.00 a week in the early '50's,
though.
His was the sole family income, also typical of that time. Fuel prices in
Michigan are now, in the year 2000, roughly six times their early - '50's
level
(including the higher US Federal and State taxes now levied). My earnings
(to
say nothing about those of my wife, who is also employed outside our home)
are
far greater than six times the early '50's level of my father. A similar
analogy
can also be made if one compares 1974 vs. 2000 (at least in my case).
Would I rather see unleaded gasoline selling at less than $1/Gallon today?
Heck,
yes! But, the laws of supply and demand dictate otherwise. Before one
complains
too long and loud about fuel prices in the US, did you ever think about
what
many willingly pay per Gallon for bottled water? And don't even begin to
think
that holding off purchase - of any relatively non-perishable commodity -
for a
couple days is going to affect the price. As a matter of fact, any retailer
would be tickled to sell the same volume of fuel in 2/3 the time - since
he/she
could simply close up shop for part of the time and significantly reduce
labor
costs! No, if one wants to cause a reduction in the price of fuel, a
reduction
in consumption is the only way to achieve it. Americans have, and continue,
to
demonstrate that we are not yet willing to do this.
I have traveled in Europe several times, and seen the equivalent of
$6.00/Gallon
prices there. One commenter has already pointed out - correctly - that
typical
commuting and overall travel distances are shorter there. Has he/she ever
thought about Australia, or other less-developed areas of the world though?
In
summary, I'm much happier to live in a Country where I can purchase all the
fuel
I want for less than $2.00 a Gallon - rather than not be able to get any
rega
rdless of price!
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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/
http://members.home.net:80/rick.b/Bobford.htm
VOICE 714-637-8877
FAX 714-637-2955
Editor of the 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST and TURBOGLIDE REGISTRY
Sent: Saturday, March 11, 2000 7:07 AM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST
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. IF YOU KNOW SOMEONE THAT
HAS E-MAIL AND WOULD BENEFIT FROM BEING A LIST MEMBER, ASK THEM TO
JOIN. THE MORE LIST MEMBERS WE HAVE, THE MORE INFORMATION LIST
MEMBERS CAN SHARE WITH EACH OTHER.
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.
I ENCOURAGE ALL LIST MEMBERS TO INCLUDE THEIR CITY AND STATE WITH
THEIR POSTS. IF YOU ARE POSTING SOMETHING FOR SALE PLEASE ALSO
INCLUDE YOUR PHONE NUMBER AND THE PRICE. IT IS HELPFUL TO ALSO
INCLUDE 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.
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.
THANKS
BOB FORD
EDITOR
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
CC: [unknown], INTERNET:chevy156@aol.com
From: Louis, INTERNET:lou1@primenet.com
If anyone wants the 'hot one Chevrolet 1955 - 1957" book by P. Chappell
I located a copy at 651 433 5744. price is 45.00.
Louis
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Donna, INTERNET:Fiftiesforever@webtv.net
Lenny,
We've never been to the Wildwood show, but so many of my customers do go
every year. They love it! We will really make an effort to go this
year. Time seems so hard to come by in this business! Keep in touch.
Donna
Fifties Forever
206 Division Ave.
Garfield, NJ 07026
973-478-1306
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com, INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com
Hey guys,
I've got some odds and ends parts here that I would like to get rid of.
I'm selling everything here as one lot. All of them have defects or need
restoration. Included is: 1 '55-'56 chevy horn (doesn't work), '57
original
engine fan, '55 day/night mirror (glass needs resilvering and chrome bezel
needs replating), 2 6cyl fuel pumps for rebuilding (one has a glass filter
bowl on it!), 1 6cyl water pump (leaks past the bearing), 1 original '56
T-3
headlight (low beam doesn't work), 1 original master cylinder, 1 '55 solid
mount generator, and a 55/56 dash clock (doesn't work). I would like to
get
$40 for everything here. Shipping would be extra.
Wyatt S. Smolick
Fleetwood, PA
WSSmolick@aol.com
PS- I have a long list of good used '55-'57 Chevy parts for sale. Email me
and I'll email it to you.
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From: Editor
If anyone would like to have a piece of history, I have some World War 2
ration stamps I will give to anyone that wants them. With a list with
this many members, I may get more than one request for these ration stamps.
If I do, I will select one request at random for the stamps. Please
include your mailing address with your e-mail.
BOB
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To: "Bob Ford - Tri-5 Chevys", BOB_FORD
From: "R. Welch", INTERNET:rwelch@ionet.net
<< Did GM make stainless steel window garnish moulding in 55, or for that
matter in any year? I had mine chromed and it has come to my attention
that they may be available in stainless steel. I had never heard that so
I
thought I would throw it out to the list and find out. Thanks.
Bob Welch
56 Cameo
55 Belair >>
Bob, I highly doubt it. !!!!!!! Richard
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In re to my original post about the garnish moulding I have gotten one
response that said yes and one that said no - plus the original source that
said yes - anyone else want to add to this? I didn't think this would be a
difficult question to answer. I used a magnet on my moulding and it is
strongly attracted suggesting they are mild steel - however, I know some
grades of stainless steel has iron in it. -Bob
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:j-mls@webtv.net, INTERNET:j-mls@webtv.net
Is there anyone punching out repro 56 front fenders? I've heard this was
happening. Can anyone shed some light on this? Thanks in advance!!!!
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:fity7nomad@sprintmail.com,
INTERNET:fity7nomad@sprintmail.com
Hi Bob & List members,
There has been a lot of discussion on this list, and in the news
about the above subject.
I saw something recently, that I had been thinking about, in regard to
the reasons for the large increases in gas prices.
The other day, the Baltimore Sun Papers had two headline stories on
the same page. The stories where informative in themselves, but the bigger
untold story
was the conflict of interests of our nation when comparing the content of
the two
articles. One article was concerning the cost of gas. The other had to do
with a large order
for jet fighters for export to the far east.
The untold story is that we are experiencing "fuel oil blackmail" by
the very same countries that buy our weapons, jets, repair parts and
technology. I
wonder how long these high prices would continue if we where to cut off the
supply of
repair parts etc.?
Another point.....I have heard no mention of alternative fuel
development to prevent this "fuel blackmail". When I lived in the
Mid-West, gasohol was very
popular. It was not subject to large price increases. My car ran very
well on it.
Spark plugs lasted longer The fuel burned cleaner. Fuel injectors stayed
clean and the internal
combustion engine liked it.
The Government has mandated the auto industry design and produce
more fuel efficient cars with less pollution emissions. But has done
nothing to
get the oil companies to develop and alternative fuel such as gasohol. We
finally have a
commercially available synthetic oil. Something that was used by Germany
during world war II.
Electric cars are not the answer either. They will ultimately
create another pollution problem from the materials used in batteries.
Another disposal problem
like that of nuclear waste!
Another benefit of an alternative fuel, would be the lack of
necessity for this nation to jump in and fight another county's battles to
protect our interests
in their oil fields. Did Exxon, ARCO, Chevron etc. contribute anything to
the Gulf War? Aside
from other possible alternative fuels, this country produces enough grain,
coupled
with our own natural resources, to produce all the fuel we could ever need.
(Stop
exporting our Alaskan oil to Japan to help offset our dollars for import of
their
goods.)
Like the old saying goes "Charity begins at Home"!
Bob, I hope you don't consider this "Soap Box Editorial" something
controversial. If you do decide not to publish it on the list, I'll
understand. I would
appreciate your private message indicating your thoughts on the subject.
It does have an effect
on our hobby and if you think about it, the history of our cars is tied
to the
history of our country. Somehow, we need to remind our legislators that
they work for us. Not
the other way around.
Rich, Baltimore, MD
Editor's note. I am happy to publish your point of view. I think it is
shared by a lot of people.
BOB
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Billy Klingman, INTERNET:blejmz@execpc.com
Warren Kraemer-
Inca Silver was the color almost all rims were painted from the factory.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com, INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com
In a message dated 03/08/2000 10:11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time,
BOB_FORD@compuserve.com writes:
<< #29 - MCDonalds - how about before MCDonalds? >>
We used to make a monthly trip to McD's with my dad for hotcakes...
and it was a big deal !
#11 - phone #'s - how about 4 numbers only? My home phone in Ogden,
Utah in the 40's was 4206.
My phone number was EXPORT 6-3245 !
#6 - Milk Bottles - how about ones with 2" of cream in the neck?
Pre-homogenized.
I remember having a MILK MAN deliver bottled milk with the cream separated
in
it when I was small in the early 60's....
Dana Schaeffer
Cyclone Car Club
Malden MA
781-397-1322
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From: Editor
Every once in a while on this list, I sneak in a money savings tip. Here
is one. I think it is a
universal practice for phone companies to charge you extra each month to
have an unlisted number.
However, you can have your number listed in the phone book any way you
like. So instead of having an unlisted number you have a listed number and
the name with the phone number is John Smith.
You have accomplished the same goal and you don't pay extra each month.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com, INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com
,
BOB_FORD@compuserve.com writes:
<< BUT WHO IN THIS LIST
REALLY WANTS TO DO THIS?
Take care!
Greetings from lucky(?) Europe
Dieter >>
Hey Dieter at least BEER is cheaper! :)
Lenny Schaeffer
event coordinator
Cyclone Car Club
Malden MA
781-397-1322
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:fity7nomad@sprintmail.com,
INTERNET:fity7nomad@sprintmail.com
Bob,
I installed power disc brakes on my Nomad. No problem using the 14"
wheels as long as the conversion is correct. I bought my kit from East
Coast Chevy.
Everything went on without a problem, and works very well. Best part is
that the calipers
are located to the rear of the rotors where they belong. Beware of any
kits that mount the
calipers to the front.
Rich, Baltimore, MD
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:fity7nomad@sprintmail.com,
INTERNET:fity7nomad@sprintmail.com
Hi Bob and list members,
I enjoyed the quiz and perhaps admitting my age, I got all but two
questions.
Here is another good one regarding quiz question number 22. What was
the name of the puppet dog in that Nestles' commercial?
Rich, Baltimore, MD
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Kenneth L Ogle", INTERNET:kenneth.ogle@gte.net
BOB, your 'DOLLY' agent again, sorry about the ad with no price or
location. I sent the ad in a couple of weeks ago, but then got some
digital pictures and notified the readers of same. I should have realized
that the readers would not see both ads together. I'll do it all over.
FOR SALE: 1957 283 powerpac engine (FC code) and original powerglide
transmission, complete including correct original breather, 4 barrel
carburetor, and exhaust manifolds. Engine and transmission only have
70,000 miles on them. The Nomad that these parts were removed from is in
Sevierville, TN, 'DOLLY'S' home town, and was just purchased for the
original owner last year. A friend of mine drove this Nomad and tried to
buy it last year at a Tri-5 show in Pigeon Forge, TN, but the man would not
sell it, said he was going to make a street rod out of it. (I could almost
have cried) When he removed the drive train on February 20, 2000, I bought
the engine and transmission. He kept the brackets, etc, but I have most
everything else. The engine and transmission are exceptionally clean with
factory original paint except for the exhaust manifolds and valve covers
which were removed to replace leaking gaskets. I have digital pictures
available for 'interested' parties. These parts are perfect for that
professional restoration and are the best original engine and transmission
that I have ever seen. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!!! I'm looking for
around $2500 for everything and I live in Cleveland, TN, near Chattanooga.
My phone number is 423-479-6317 should anyone want to call me.
Thanks again and as always remember GOD is Love, Ken
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Linda Riggs", INTERNET:riggs57@email.msn.com
Greetings! The information about the title company in Alabama is:
Broadway Title
1-800-464-3222
Mastercard, Visa, A/E
6-10 Day Turnaround - No previous paperwork necessary. Completely Legal.
P.O. Box 130303, Birmingham, AL 35213
They usually advertise in Hemmings & Old Cars and we have used them for a
missing title.
Jim & Linda from Maryland
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: Louis, INTERNET:lou1@primenet.com
Has anyone here ever straightened out the rear of a 57 chevy? specifically
the tail-light housings. If so, please email me.
thanks!
louis
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email: lou1@primenet.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
<<
Editor's note. Anyone on this list remember a Crosley? I saw a picture
where someone put a Crosley in the back of a Ford Excurssion.
BOB
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Yeah Bob, I remember them!!!!!!! Wasn't that a Crosley that I saw stuffed
inside of a Volkswagon at the L.A. museum ???????? Richard
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
<< I wish you good success for the gas boycott days but I have the same
opinion like the other list member. It won't change nothing because the
consume doesn't go back. If your tank is empty you'll fill it up today
and protest tomorrow. Put our gas guzzlers in the garage for a year and
only use Daihatsu 3 Cyl. cars for the way to work, close Disneyland and
Las Vegas then - may be - it will move something. BUT WHO IN THIS LIST
REALLY WANTS TO DO THIS?
Take care!
Greetings from lucky(?) Europe
Dieter >>
I would, EXCEPT for driving the Daihatsu!!!!!!! I would buy a horse,
first!!!!!!
EVEN a FORD !!!!!!!!!!!! LOL! Richard
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Don Kent", INTERNET:dkent@socal.rr.com
Bob,
Can anyone tell me what color the wheel rims were painted on a '57 Chevy
two tone when hub caps (not wheel covers) were ordered? Were they painted
the
same as the top of the car, or the bottom of the vehicle, or did the buyer
make the choice?
Thanks in advance for the feedback.
Warren
WARREN,
You'll probably get a similar answer on an upcoming list, but it really
depends on the model of the car and on when it was made. For instance, I
have a Bel-Air. It's a two-tone and is a very early '57. The wheels are
the same as the body color. An identical 210 would have the wheels painted
the color of the top. Later in 1957 the factory decided to paint all the
wheels silver (probably to save money). I think that happened in April,
but
I'm not certain. Someone on Bob's list will know. I guarantee it!
They did a lot of goofy things back then. Just keep asking and you'll
learn
how they did it, but you'll never be able to guess why!
Good luck with your car.
Don Kent
Northridge, CA
Editor's note. I want to second what Don said about the way cars were built
in 57. Sometimes when the factory ran out of something they used something
completely "non standard" on a car. That is why judging is a very
difficult job. I have seen things on cars from the factory that are hard
to believe unless you saw the car as it came off the truck that brought the
car to the dealer.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
<<
Editor's note. I have seen fliers at swap meets the claim they can take a
2 door hardtop and make a convertible. Has anyone heard of this being
done?
BOB >>
Bob, I've seen a 61 Impala 2 dr. hdtp. turned into a convertible! :-(
:-(
:-( Any good body man can do this, but would you have a real
convertible?
Not hardly !!!!! Too many differences between the two !!!!!!!! Richard
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
<< ist Members,
A while back some of you were talking about a title company in Alabama
who can give a title for a car when the original title cannot be
located. Can anyone give me some more info on this procedure and the
name and phone number of the company? Do you have to be the original
owner of the vehicle? Is this a legitimate transaction? I tried to
locate this type of service in Hemmings but could not. Also what is
cost? Any info would be a great help. Thank you. Donna
Donna, I believe Tom Trainor in Ga. Can help you with some of this info.
If
he can't, a friend of mine who use to live in Alabama named Jim Jack would
know! He now lives in Texas. If Tom Can't help you, you can email me & I
will send you Jim Jack's address! Richard
Fifties Forever
206 Division Ave.
Garfield, NJ 07026
973-478-1306
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
<< > >>
Richard, Sadly, I remember ALL of these !!!!!!!!!! :-( :-( :-(
Editor's note. Me to Richard. I guess we need some life insurance.
BOB >>
LIFE INSURANCE??????? ARE YOU KIDDING ME? I'M UNINSURABLE !!!!!!
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:twixter54@hotmail.com
To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: EMORY BISHOP, INTERNET:mainlychevy@webcombo.net
HI ERIC:
I HAVE A HITCH ON MY 56 NOMAD AND YOU CAN NOT TELL IT HAS ONE. I HAD A
CROSS BAR WELDED BETWEEN THE FRAME RAILS AND A TRAILER HITCH RECEIVER
ATTACHED TO THE CROSS BAR. I CUT A HOLE IN THE NOMAD BUMPER UNDER THE
LICENSE PLATE FOR THE RECEIVER TO COME THROUGH. THE LICENSE PLATE IS
MOUNTED ON A HINGE SO ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS LIFT UP THE LICENSE PLATE
AND INSTALL THE TRAILER HITCH IN THE STANDARD HITCH RECEIVER. WHEN NOT
USING THE HITCH THE LICENSE PLATE COVERS THE RECEIVER.
EMORY
SAN DIEGO,CA
Editor's note. Great idea Emory.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:McGillis@aol.com, INTERNET:McGillis@aol.com
<< It won't change nothing because the consume doesn't go back. >>
What a great quote!
Dennis McGillis
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To: "Bob Ford", bob_ford
From: "Dennis Rettew", INTERNET:dlrettew@erols.com
I have the following items for sale.
1. 1955 Chev. BA full hubcaps (4)
2. 1955 Chev. repro tire rims with www tires...(4) ...$ 75.00 @
3. 1955 Chev. radio
4. 1957 4 barrel intake manifold...$75.00
5. 1957 3 speed transmission...$75.00
Dennis Rettew
30 Kristin Circle
Downingtown,PA 19335
dlrettew@erols.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Sanford "Sandy" Pierce, INTERNET:mr55chev@webtv.net
Re: Chevy Spot
On the 8th day HE created the 55 Chevrolet
(and GMC Suburban Pickups)
http://www.chevrolet.com/buff/a700.htm
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "riggs57", INTERNET:riggs57@email.msn.com
Bob - could you please post on the list? Thanks!
350 Chevy small block, complete, never fired. Balanced and blueprinted.
Radical street rod motor. With 400 turbo transmission. $2500.00 Call
Harold Hicks 703-754-7740. (Near Manassas, Virginia).
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com, INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com
I note that several other list recipients have already inputted opposing
views
on the subject of "fuel prices", but I'd like to contribute mine
nevertheless.
Please allow me to add that I'm a mechanical engineer working in the
automobile,
not petroleum, industry.
No one likes to pay more for any commodity than they have been accustomed
to
paying in the immediate past. And, memories of the more distant past tend
to be
faded a bit and somewhat selective! With this in mind, I'd note that when I
first started to pay attention to such things in the early 1950's (I'm 55
now),
regular leaded gas sold for 27.9 cents a gallon in the area of New York
City
where my folks and I then lived. I can also well recall paying $1.61 a
gallon in
Metamora, Michigan in 1974. These prices include all taxes levied at the
time,
by the way.
One must keep in mind that my dad (and most working people) considered
themselves fortunate to be earning $100.00 a week in the early '50's,
though.
His was the sole family income, also typical of that time. Fuel prices in
Michigan are now, in the year 2000, roughly six times their early - '50's
level
(including the higher US Federal and State taxes now levied). My earnings
(to
say nothing about those of my wife, who is also employed outside our home)
are
far greater than six times the early '50's level of my father. A similar
analogy
can also be made if one compares 1974 vs. 2000 (at least in my case).
Would I rather see unleaded gasoline selling at less than $1/Gallon today?
Heck,
yes! But, the laws of supply and demand dictate otherwise. Before one
complains
too long and loud about fuel prices in the US, did you ever think about
what
many willingly pay per Gallon for bottled water? And don't even begin to
think
that holding off purchase - of any relatively non-perishable commodity -
for a
couple days is going to affect the price. As a matter of fact, any retailer
would be tickled to sell the same volume of fuel in 2/3 the time - since
he/she
could simply close up shop for part of the time and significantly reduce
labor
costs! No, if one wants to cause a reduction in the price of fuel, a
reduction
in consumption is the only way to achieve it. Americans have, and continue,
to
demonstrate that we are not yet willing to do this.
I have traveled in Europe several times, and seen the equivalent of
$6.00/Gallon
prices there. One commenter has already pointed out - correctly - that
typical
commuting and overall travel distances are shorter there. Has he/she ever
thought about Australia, or other less-developed areas of the world though?
In
summary, I'm much happier to live in a Country where I can purchase all the
fuel
I want for less than $2.00 a Gallon - rather than not be able to get any
rega
rdless of price!
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18091 MARK CIRCLE
VILLA PARK, CALIFORNIA 92861-2648
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