TriChrome
03-06-2018, 11:54 PM
From: BOB FORD [BOB_FORD@compuserve.com]
Sent: Tuesday, December 05, 2000 8:54 PM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST
THIS LIST IS DESIGNED AS A MEANS FOR PEOPLE INTERESTED IN THE 1955, 1956,
AND 1957 CHEVROLETS TO COMMUNICATE WITH EACH OTHER. ALL OPINIONS
ARE WELCOME.
TO POST SOMETHING ON THIS LIST PLEASE E-MAIL YOUR POST TO
BOB_FORD@COMPUSERVE.COM
THERE IS NO COST TO BECOME A LIST MEMBER AND ONLY LIST MEMBERS ARE
ALLOWED TO POST SOMETHING ON THE LIST.
THIS 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST IS NOT SENT OUT ON ANY SET SCHEDULE SO IF YOU
WANT TO POST SOMETHING THAT CONTAINS A DATE, PLEASE SEND IT IN EARLY
SO I CAN GET IT OUT TO THE LIST MEMBERS BEFORE THE DATE OF THE EVENT.
PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR CITY AND STATE WITH YOUR POSTS. IF YOU ARE
POSTING SOMETHING FOR SALE PLEASE ALSO INCLUDE
1. YOUR PHONE NUMBER
2 THE PRICE
3. WHEN YOU WILL BE AT YOUR PHONE NUMBER AND YOUR TIME ZONE.
TAKE AS MUCH SPACE AS YOU WANT AND FULLY DESCRIBE WHAT YOU HAVE
FOR SALE OR WANT TO BUY.
YOUR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS LIST ARE WELCOME.
IF YOU WANT TO SEND ME E-MAIL THAT YOU DO NOT WANT ON THE LIST
PLEASE PUT "PRIVATE NOT FOR THE LIST' AS THE SUBJECT.
THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN THIS LIST ARE THE MEMBERS OPINIONS AND NOT
NECESSARILY MINE.
THANKS
BOB FORD
EDITOR
__________________________________________________ ____________________
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "ahmad alsabah", INTERNET:oscarq8@hotmail.com
hi
i'm looking for a 1955 chevy convertible
can you help plz
thanx
oscar
__________________________________________________ _________________________
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Tjjpgarrett@aol.com, INTERNET:Tjjpgarrett@aol.com
I have a carburetion question for the list. I have a 57 2 dr sedan with an
approximately 64 vintage 283, Rochester 4 bbl (4GC, I believe). I have
tuned
the engine, complete with points, condenser, dwell and timing. The carb
rebuild is not very old, either. However, I have a hesitation in the
acceleration.
The idle is smooth and seems to be about the right speed. There's no
problem with starting, either cold or hot. Acceleration at driving speed
doesn't seem to be consistently affected. Sometimes there is a lag. The
accelerator pump gives four streams although not as consistently as I would
like. I have noticed that there has been some grayish (whitish when dry)
residue in the
bowls. I have tried adjusting choke, idle speed, and tuning. Any thoughts
on whether this gray residue is likely to be lead being dissolved by
alcohol
additives to modern gas and deposited in the carb from the tank? I would
assume that this could easily result in clogging up the jets, etc. Before
I
take this carb apart again I'd like to get some ideas from someone who's
been there before. Any ideas on what to do to rid the tank of this
leftover
lead, if that's what this is?
Tom Garrett
Wetumpka, AL
tjjpgarrett@aol.com
PS - Several weeks ago I read that someone was looking to lower their car
without adding drop spindles. I raised mine by adding good rear leaf
springs so I have some "worn out" rear springs that will lower the back of
the car about 2 inches, if interested. (haha)
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To: "'BOB_FORD@COMPUSERVE.COM'", BOB_FORD
From: "Matsuoka, Mel", INTERNET:MMatsuoka@shaklee.com
I would like to ask fellow members that have experienced
this conversion, we would like to go with a crate 350 motor and a 700r4
tranny. The questions that we have are:
1) Are there specifications as to where the side motor mounts should
be? Since we have decided to go with a GM HEI distributor, we know that
the
engine/trans would need to be moved forward but, how far and exactly
where?
We're concerned if the motor is too high/low or straight.
2) Headers? What manufactures and type (block huggers or what) is
the
best to clear. Keeping in mind that we have the stock steering box and
that
the motor would be moved forward.
3) Does anyone know if all crate 350's are compatible with all
intake
manifolds? We are thinking of a small (600) Holley and Edelbrock intake
manifold. My mechanic is concerned that the newer engines are designed for
TBI's or fuel injection systems.
We are looking at building a cruiser with a little kick.
But, definitely not a racer! If anyone out there has some experience and
can help us, we would appreciate it!
Thanks, much!
Mel
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bill Kautz", INTERNET:kautz@home.com
Hi Bob,
I have a small problem that I hope someone on this list can help me
with. Several months ago I replaced the ignition switch on my '55. It's
gone again, only this time I can't get it apart. I've pushed a paper clip
in the lower hole next to the key slot, I can feel the locking mechanism
release, (or maybe just partially relaease), but the key assembly won't
turn and come out. Any suggestions from list members? Please e-mail me
direct with any suggestions. Thanks, folks, and thanks Bob. Wild Bill
kautz@home.com
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To: "Bob Ford", BOB_FORD
From: "Edward Shockley", INTERNET:drshock@insectria.net
Bob,
I'm looking for a source for the special a-arm bushing removal tool that
Classic Chevy used to sell as part 49-63 but has since discontinued. This
was known as J-5888 in the original Kent-Moore supplied version to the
Chevrolet dealers.
Thanx,
Edward D. Shockley (remove the "nospam" if present in my address to reply)
---------------------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: David Randolph, INTERNET:dave4x4cruiser@yahoo.com
Does anyone know a part number for the lower radiator hose on a '57 Chevy
that has a 350 but with the radiator in front of the radiator support? It's
a friend of mine who has the car. He has the 350 setting on the original
283 motor mounts, but the 350 has a long water pump and accessories. He's
trying to find a hose long enough to reach and I thought maybe someone on
the list here would know a part number. Thanks.
Dave, Cheyenne Wyoming
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Lisa 64ChevyGirl", INTERNET:my64heart@hotmail.com
To whomever posted a reply to my springs/shocks question (there was no name
:P), thanks for the advice. I know I'll need to replace them I guess i was
just looking for someone to verify it. :)
Lisa (64ChevyGirl)
------------------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:m_bach@juno.com, INTERNET:m_bach@juno.com
Crazy wheels?
The reason why the spokes on the wheels sometimes run in reverse is film
is actually a series of still photos with a slight time gap between still
images. based on the spoke pattern, that gap may place the next view of
the spoke to "appear" to be behind the expected location for the spoke or
in the same spot.
This problem was most evident in the westerns with the stagecoaches!
__________________________________________________ ______________
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:hhr@amherst.com, INTERNET:hhr@amherst.com
Good Afternoon:
Would you by chance know where I might find a front License plate bracket
for my '65 Impala SS Convertible...?
Thank You... Buddy Romines...
-----------------------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com, INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com
Hi All: Happy Holidays! Well, our web site is just about done and we'd
love
for people to check it out:
http://clubs.hemmings.com/bearingburners
thanks-
D56chevy@aol.com
Lenny Schaeffer
Malden MA
President
Bearing Burners Car Club
781-397-1322
-----------------------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Joseph Rock", INTERNET:UnderRail@msn.com
Hi Bob
My wife and I acquired a 1956 4 door wagon, cheap, and before hauling it
home the seller heated the door bolts for easier removal ( we swapped
frames
at the time and lifted the body with a forklift, padding the arms and
extended them through the door openings). My question/request relates to
the door hinge piece inside the body that is trapped and floats for
adjustment. I would like to prevent rust/corrosion in this area after the
heating removed most of the paint coating. And this area is not accessible
unless the body was to be dipped in a vat of stripper, which I am not
doing.
Any ideas on how I can rustproof/paint/treat this area would be greatly
appreciated.
Thanks, Joseph Rock
underrail@msn.com
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---
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Christopher Keller", INTERNET:kell0026@hotmail.com
I really enjoy getting this list from BOB and love to see all of the things
for sale.
My name is christopher i have a 1956 chevy pick up with a 1976 small block
350 and i am looking for ideas on how to fix it up to try and sale it if
any one has any ideas please E-mail me
Kell0026@hotmail.com
I would love to sell or get some ideas on what to fix up to try and sale
it... thanks for your time and have a great day...UTAH.
--------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Rose", INTERNET:rcrotty@roadrunner.nf.net
HI BOB:
Please post this on the Chevy List:
I sent an e-mail to Charlie Shew regarding sandblasting his 57 2 door post.
Not sure if he received it. NO sandblasting should be done on exterior
sheet metal as it warps the body panels.
I made this mistake and now my bodyman has to work the sheet metal on my
front fenders back into shape. (Oh well, live and learn, I guess) !
The floors (top and bottom), inside the trunk and the dash can be
sandblasted but no exterior sheet metal.
Hope he gets this message before it is too late.
Thanks
Gary Dawe
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To: [unknown], Bob_FORD
From: "Jim/Carolyn Wheeler", INTERNET:56chevrolet@email.msn.com
This is regarding a Rolling Chassis and Doors for a '57 Chevy Convertible.
I expect it would work for any of the 3 years of Chevys, 1955-57.
Our restoration shop here in Tucson has taken possession of these and can
be reached at the following:
Spud Hester
(520) 883-2475
I've seen these parts myself. They will need to be media-blasted and
painted, or powder-coated. But they're solid and very hard to find. They
would be useful in building a tri-5 convertible from scratch or replacing a
bad chassis or doors. New windows will be needed in the doors, but they're
available in the repro. market. I can't vouch for the window regulators
but believe they're all there.
Jim Wheeler, Tucson, AZ 56Chevrolet@msn.com
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
CC: [unknown], INTERNET:Fiftiesforever@webtv.net
From: INTERNET:kfmartel@collins.rockwell.com,
INTERNET:kfmartel@collins.rockwell.com
Donna,
I am looking for NOS or rebuilt Power Window Motors (right side) for my
1955 4 door BelAir. Do you have any?
Kim
Please reply to this email address and Marty28447@aol.com
-------------------------------
To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:hsieck@unlnotes.unl.edu, INTERNET:hsieck@unlnotes.unl.edu
I recently bought a '50 high performance piece. A McCulloch model VS57
V-belt driven centrifugal supercharger! This is the same type of
supercharger that was installed on Studebakers, Kaisers, and some Ford
t-birds. The really cool thing is that the product manual (copywrite1957)
has a picture of this supercharger mounted on a '56 chevy 265 and the
caption reads "Make the Hot One Melt!" This kind of gets a guys blood
boiling. I may have to pull the big block and drop in a supercharged
small block, what a nostalgia rod! Has any one ever played around with
one of these old superchargers? It is a pretty sophisticated design. It
has a variable ratio pulley so that at low engine speeds the blower does
not make very much boost. At high speed the blower "shifts" and starts to
make boost. The shifting is controlled by an electric solenoid. This
solenoid can be activated three ways. 1. With a vacuum activated switch
that will automatically kick in the blower when the engine is making a lot
of vacuum (mid to high rpm). 2. With a switch mounted on the accelerator
so the blower kicks in then the pedal is smashed to the floor. 3. With a
manual switch so you can kick in the ponies when you need them. Does
anyone have any idea where a guy might find parts for a McCulloch
supercharger? It would be nice to get some new seals for the blower.
Also, I am missing the double grove crank pulley. It takes a special
pulley because the blower belt is larger than a standard fan belt. If I
can not find the pulley I should be able to manufacture one. Thanks Hugh
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To: "'BOB FORD'", BOB_FORD
From: "Glassoff, Marc", INTERNET:GlassoffMA@navair.navy.mil
Hi Bob-
In response to Marc Mazerolle looking for Buick Nailhead info, go to
http://www.aaca.org/
then go to Forums, then to BCA (buick club) there's tons of info to be had.
Thanks Bob for sneaking in a Buick fan. I too have one (65 wildcat convert)
in addition to my 56 Bel Air.
Marc Glassoff, Escondido,CA
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bill Kautz", INTERNET:kautz@home.com
The reason for the seeming "backwards" movement and "standing still"
effect of wheels in the movies is the speed of the film through the camera.
When a wheel is turning faster than a camera exposes one frame of film, the
wheel appears to be turning backwards. When the camera exposes one frame at
the exact time a wheel is in the same position as the preceding frames and
following frames, the wheel appears to be standing still. Remember, a movie
film is a series of still photographs. Wild Bill
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com, INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com
More on the birds in the truck dilemma... Air is like water. If you put a
2000 lb boat in a lake, that lake is 2000 lb heavier. Now the boat did
displace some water but nevertheless the weight is still there. Now, the
chickens in the back of a closed truck- that weight is also still there.
The
weight can't disappear; it is still supported by air. As a matter of fact,
if you stand beneath a hovering bird (or more demonstratively, a
helicopter)
you will feel the pressure of the air. That truck will not be any lighter.
Now if a person jumps in the back of that truck, for an instant it will
appear heavier as the person propels off of the floor (gaining
acceleration)
and then lighter as the person is off the floor.
Wyatt Smolick
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
In a message dated 11/29/00 5:12:54 PM Pacific Standard Time,
BOB_FORD@compuserve.com writes:
<< Has any one heard anything on the passing of Steve Evans?Wow, will that
man
and voice be missed.So far the only thing I've read was he was found in
his
Las Vegas hotel room dead. >>
WHO IS STEVE EVANS????????????????
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:m_bach@juno.com, INTERNET:m_bach@juno.com
The World of Wheels Car Show will be held in Boston at the Bayside
Exposition Center on January 5-7, 2001. The promoter also will hold a
World of Wheels Car Show in Phoenix, AZ the same weekend. Any bets on
which show will be warmer?
__________________________________________________ ______________
To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Dana Dittbenner, INTERNET:danad@rconnect.com
I think the hauler is going to have problems at the scale . When the
horn sounds the birds will certainly be startled and then you know whats
going to end up on the floor of the
trailer!!! Dana Dittbenner, Seaforth,Mn.
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Carri Denis, INTERNET:jul448@aol.com
Does anyone know how to contact the "My Classic Car" people. I would like
to ask them
to interview Bob so we could all see him. He has done so much for us
TriFive people that he
should be interviewed on that show. What do you think.
Carri
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end of 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST
BOB FORD
18091 MARK CIRCLE
VILLA PARK, CALIFORNIA 92861-2648
BOB_FORD@COMPUSERVE.COM
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/BOB_FORD/
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: Tuesday, December 05, 2000 8:54 PM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST
THIS LIST IS DESIGNED AS A MEANS FOR PEOPLE INTERESTED IN THE 1955, 1956,
AND 1957 CHEVROLETS TO COMMUNICATE WITH EACH OTHER. ALL OPINIONS
ARE WELCOME.
TO POST SOMETHING ON THIS LIST PLEASE E-MAIL YOUR POST TO
BOB_FORD@COMPUSERVE.COM
THERE IS NO COST TO BECOME A LIST MEMBER AND ONLY LIST MEMBERS ARE
ALLOWED TO POST SOMETHING ON THE LIST.
THIS 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST IS NOT SENT OUT ON ANY SET SCHEDULE SO IF YOU
WANT TO POST SOMETHING THAT CONTAINS A DATE, PLEASE SEND IT IN EARLY
SO I CAN GET IT OUT TO THE LIST MEMBERS BEFORE THE DATE OF THE EVENT.
PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR CITY AND STATE WITH YOUR POSTS. IF YOU ARE
POSTING SOMETHING FOR SALE PLEASE ALSO INCLUDE
1. YOUR PHONE NUMBER
2 THE PRICE
3. WHEN YOU WILL BE AT YOUR PHONE NUMBER AND YOUR TIME ZONE.
TAKE AS MUCH SPACE AS YOU WANT AND FULLY DESCRIBE WHAT YOU HAVE
FOR SALE OR WANT TO BUY.
YOUR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS LIST ARE WELCOME.
IF YOU WANT TO SEND ME E-MAIL THAT YOU DO NOT WANT ON THE LIST
PLEASE PUT "PRIVATE NOT FOR THE LIST' AS THE SUBJECT.
THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN THIS LIST ARE THE MEMBERS OPINIONS AND NOT
NECESSARILY MINE.
THANKS
BOB FORD
EDITOR
__________________________________________________ ____________________
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "ahmad alsabah", INTERNET:oscarq8@hotmail.com
hi
i'm looking for a 1955 chevy convertible
can you help plz
thanx
oscar
__________________________________________________ _________________________
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Tjjpgarrett@aol.com, INTERNET:Tjjpgarrett@aol.com
I have a carburetion question for the list. I have a 57 2 dr sedan with an
approximately 64 vintage 283, Rochester 4 bbl (4GC, I believe). I have
tuned
the engine, complete with points, condenser, dwell and timing. The carb
rebuild is not very old, either. However, I have a hesitation in the
acceleration.
The idle is smooth and seems to be about the right speed. There's no
problem with starting, either cold or hot. Acceleration at driving speed
doesn't seem to be consistently affected. Sometimes there is a lag. The
accelerator pump gives four streams although not as consistently as I would
like. I have noticed that there has been some grayish (whitish when dry)
residue in the
bowls. I have tried adjusting choke, idle speed, and tuning. Any thoughts
on whether this gray residue is likely to be lead being dissolved by
alcohol
additives to modern gas and deposited in the carb from the tank? I would
assume that this could easily result in clogging up the jets, etc. Before
I
take this carb apart again I'd like to get some ideas from someone who's
been there before. Any ideas on what to do to rid the tank of this
leftover
lead, if that's what this is?
Tom Garrett
Wetumpka, AL
tjjpgarrett@aol.com
PS - Several weeks ago I read that someone was looking to lower their car
without adding drop spindles. I raised mine by adding good rear leaf
springs so I have some "worn out" rear springs that will lower the back of
the car about 2 inches, if interested. (haha)
-----------------------------------------------------------
To: "'BOB_FORD@COMPUSERVE.COM'", BOB_FORD
From: "Matsuoka, Mel", INTERNET:MMatsuoka@shaklee.com
I would like to ask fellow members that have experienced
this conversion, we would like to go with a crate 350 motor and a 700r4
tranny. The questions that we have are:
1) Are there specifications as to where the side motor mounts should
be? Since we have decided to go with a GM HEI distributor, we know that
the
engine/trans would need to be moved forward but, how far and exactly
where?
We're concerned if the motor is too high/low or straight.
2) Headers? What manufactures and type (block huggers or what) is
the
best to clear. Keeping in mind that we have the stock steering box and
that
the motor would be moved forward.
3) Does anyone know if all crate 350's are compatible with all
intake
manifolds? We are thinking of a small (600) Holley and Edelbrock intake
manifold. My mechanic is concerned that the newer engines are designed for
TBI's or fuel injection systems.
We are looking at building a cruiser with a little kick.
But, definitely not a racer! If anyone out there has some experience and
can help us, we would appreciate it!
Thanks, much!
Mel
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-----------
To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bill Kautz", INTERNET:kautz@home.com
Hi Bob,
I have a small problem that I hope someone on this list can help me
with. Several months ago I replaced the ignition switch on my '55. It's
gone again, only this time I can't get it apart. I've pushed a paper clip
in the lower hole next to the key slot, I can feel the locking mechanism
release, (or maybe just partially relaease), but the key assembly won't
turn and come out. Any suggestions from list members? Please e-mail me
direct with any suggestions. Thanks, folks, and thanks Bob. Wild Bill
kautz@home.com
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To: "Bob Ford", BOB_FORD
From: "Edward Shockley", INTERNET:drshock@insectria.net
Bob,
I'm looking for a source for the special a-arm bushing removal tool that
Classic Chevy used to sell as part 49-63 but has since discontinued. This
was known as J-5888 in the original Kent-Moore supplied version to the
Chevrolet dealers.
Thanx,
Edward D. Shockley (remove the "nospam" if present in my address to reply)
---------------------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: David Randolph, INTERNET:dave4x4cruiser@yahoo.com
Does anyone know a part number for the lower radiator hose on a '57 Chevy
that has a 350 but with the radiator in front of the radiator support? It's
a friend of mine who has the car. He has the 350 setting on the original
283 motor mounts, but the 350 has a long water pump and accessories. He's
trying to find a hose long enough to reach and I thought maybe someone on
the list here would know a part number. Thanks.
Dave, Cheyenne Wyoming
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Lisa 64ChevyGirl", INTERNET:my64heart@hotmail.com
To whomever posted a reply to my springs/shocks question (there was no name
:P), thanks for the advice. I know I'll need to replace them I guess i was
just looking for someone to verify it. :)
Lisa (64ChevyGirl)
------------------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:m_bach@juno.com, INTERNET:m_bach@juno.com
Crazy wheels?
The reason why the spokes on the wheels sometimes run in reverse is film
is actually a series of still photos with a slight time gap between still
images. based on the spoke pattern, that gap may place the next view of
the spoke to "appear" to be behind the expected location for the spoke or
in the same spot.
This problem was most evident in the westerns with the stagecoaches!
__________________________________________________ ______________
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:hhr@amherst.com, INTERNET:hhr@amherst.com
Good Afternoon:
Would you by chance know where I might find a front License plate bracket
for my '65 Impala SS Convertible...?
Thank You... Buddy Romines...
-----------------------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com, INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com
Hi All: Happy Holidays! Well, our web site is just about done and we'd
love
for people to check it out:
http://clubs.hemmings.com/bearingburners
thanks-
D56chevy@aol.com
Lenny Schaeffer
Malden MA
President
Bearing Burners Car Club
781-397-1322
-----------------------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Joseph Rock", INTERNET:UnderRail@msn.com
Hi Bob
My wife and I acquired a 1956 4 door wagon, cheap, and before hauling it
home the seller heated the door bolts for easier removal ( we swapped
frames
at the time and lifted the body with a forklift, padding the arms and
extended them through the door openings). My question/request relates to
the door hinge piece inside the body that is trapped and floats for
adjustment. I would like to prevent rust/corrosion in this area after the
heating removed most of the paint coating. And this area is not accessible
unless the body was to be dipped in a vat of stripper, which I am not
doing.
Any ideas on how I can rustproof/paint/treat this area would be greatly
appreciated.
Thanks, Joseph Rock
underrail@msn.com
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
---
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Christopher Keller", INTERNET:kell0026@hotmail.com
I really enjoy getting this list from BOB and love to see all of the things
for sale.
My name is christopher i have a 1956 chevy pick up with a 1976 small block
350 and i am looking for ideas on how to fix it up to try and sale it if
any one has any ideas please E-mail me
Kell0026@hotmail.com
I would love to sell or get some ideas on what to fix up to try and sale
it... thanks for your time and have a great day...UTAH.
--------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Rose", INTERNET:rcrotty@roadrunner.nf.net
HI BOB:
Please post this on the Chevy List:
I sent an e-mail to Charlie Shew regarding sandblasting his 57 2 door post.
Not sure if he received it. NO sandblasting should be done on exterior
sheet metal as it warps the body panels.
I made this mistake and now my bodyman has to work the sheet metal on my
front fenders back into shape. (Oh well, live and learn, I guess) !
The floors (top and bottom), inside the trunk and the dash can be
sandblasted but no exterior sheet metal.
Hope he gets this message before it is too late.
Thanks
Gary Dawe
---------------------------------------------------------------------------
--------
To: [unknown], Bob_FORD
From: "Jim/Carolyn Wheeler", INTERNET:56chevrolet@email.msn.com
This is regarding a Rolling Chassis and Doors for a '57 Chevy Convertible.
I expect it would work for any of the 3 years of Chevys, 1955-57.
Our restoration shop here in Tucson has taken possession of these and can
be reached at the following:
Spud Hester
(520) 883-2475
I've seen these parts myself. They will need to be media-blasted and
painted, or powder-coated. But they're solid and very hard to find. They
would be useful in building a tri-5 convertible from scratch or replacing a
bad chassis or doors. New windows will be needed in the doors, but they're
available in the repro. market. I can't vouch for the window regulators
but believe they're all there.
Jim Wheeler, Tucson, AZ 56Chevrolet@msn.com
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---------
To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
CC: [unknown], INTERNET:Fiftiesforever@webtv.net
From: INTERNET:kfmartel@collins.rockwell.com,
INTERNET:kfmartel@collins.rockwell.com
Donna,
I am looking for NOS or rebuilt Power Window Motors (right side) for my
1955 4 door BelAir. Do you have any?
Kim
Please reply to this email address and Marty28447@aol.com
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:hsieck@unlnotes.unl.edu, INTERNET:hsieck@unlnotes.unl.edu
I recently bought a '50 high performance piece. A McCulloch model VS57
V-belt driven centrifugal supercharger! This is the same type of
supercharger that was installed on Studebakers, Kaisers, and some Ford
t-birds. The really cool thing is that the product manual (copywrite1957)
has a picture of this supercharger mounted on a '56 chevy 265 and the
caption reads "Make the Hot One Melt!" This kind of gets a guys blood
boiling. I may have to pull the big block and drop in a supercharged
small block, what a nostalgia rod! Has any one ever played around with
one of these old superchargers? It is a pretty sophisticated design. It
has a variable ratio pulley so that at low engine speeds the blower does
not make very much boost. At high speed the blower "shifts" and starts to
make boost. The shifting is controlled by an electric solenoid. This
solenoid can be activated three ways. 1. With a vacuum activated switch
that will automatically kick in the blower when the engine is making a lot
of vacuum (mid to high rpm). 2. With a switch mounted on the accelerator
so the blower kicks in then the pedal is smashed to the floor. 3. With a
manual switch so you can kick in the ponies when you need them. Does
anyone have any idea where a guy might find parts for a McCulloch
supercharger? It would be nice to get some new seals for the blower.
Also, I am missing the double grove crank pulley. It takes a special
pulley because the blower belt is larger than a standard fan belt. If I
can not find the pulley I should be able to manufacture one. Thanks Hugh
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To: "'BOB FORD'", BOB_FORD
From: "Glassoff, Marc", INTERNET:GlassoffMA@navair.navy.mil
Hi Bob-
In response to Marc Mazerolle looking for Buick Nailhead info, go to
http://www.aaca.org/
then go to Forums, then to BCA (buick club) there's tons of info to be had.
Thanks Bob for sneaking in a Buick fan. I too have one (65 wildcat convert)
in addition to my 56 Bel Air.
Marc Glassoff, Escondido,CA
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bill Kautz", INTERNET:kautz@home.com
The reason for the seeming "backwards" movement and "standing still"
effect of wheels in the movies is the speed of the film through the camera.
When a wheel is turning faster than a camera exposes one frame of film, the
wheel appears to be turning backwards. When the camera exposes one frame at
the exact time a wheel is in the same position as the preceding frames and
following frames, the wheel appears to be standing still. Remember, a movie
film is a series of still photographs. Wild Bill
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com, INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com
More on the birds in the truck dilemma... Air is like water. If you put a
2000 lb boat in a lake, that lake is 2000 lb heavier. Now the boat did
displace some water but nevertheless the weight is still there. Now, the
chickens in the back of a closed truck- that weight is also still there.
The
weight can't disappear; it is still supported by air. As a matter of fact,
if you stand beneath a hovering bird (or more demonstratively, a
helicopter)
you will feel the pressure of the air. That truck will not be any lighter.
Now if a person jumps in the back of that truck, for an instant it will
appear heavier as the person propels off of the floor (gaining
acceleration)
and then lighter as the person is off the floor.
Wyatt Smolick
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
In a message dated 11/29/00 5:12:54 PM Pacific Standard Time,
BOB_FORD@compuserve.com writes:
<< Has any one heard anything on the passing of Steve Evans?Wow, will that
man
and voice be missed.So far the only thing I've read was he was found in
his
Las Vegas hotel room dead. >>
WHO IS STEVE EVANS????????????????
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:m_bach@juno.com, INTERNET:m_bach@juno.com
The World of Wheels Car Show will be held in Boston at the Bayside
Exposition Center on January 5-7, 2001. The promoter also will hold a
World of Wheels Car Show in Phoenix, AZ the same weekend. Any bets on
which show will be warmer?
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Dana Dittbenner, INTERNET:danad@rconnect.com
I think the hauler is going to have problems at the scale . When the
horn sounds the birds will certainly be startled and then you know whats
going to end up on the floor of the
trailer!!! Dana Dittbenner, Seaforth,Mn.
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Carri Denis, INTERNET:jul448@aol.com
Does anyone know how to contact the "My Classic Car" people. I would like
to ask them
to interview Bob so we could all see him. He has done so much for us
TriFive people that he
should be interviewed on that show. What do you think.
Carri
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