TriChrome
03-07-2018, 12:31 AM
From: BOB FORD [BOB_FORD@compuserve.com]
Sent: Sunday, June 10, 2001 7:44 AM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
JUNE 9, 2001
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. I RESERVE THE RIGHT TO EDIT OUT ANY MATERIAL NOT
APPROPRIATE FOR THIS LIST.
PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR NAME AS THE LAST THING ON YOUR E-MAIL.
BECAUSE OF THE DANGER OF A VIRUS, PLEASE DO NOT SEND ATTACHMENTS
WITH YOUR E-MAL. E-MAIL WITH ATTACHMENTS WILL NOT BE READ.
THANKS
BOB FORD
EDITOR
__________________________________________________ ____________________
From: Editor
I am sorry to have to report the death of Frank Winchell. Frank
contributed a lot to the engineering of our TriFives. He became Chief
Engineer of Chevy and introduced many innovations for later model Chevys.
I interviewed Frank a few years ago and he gave me a lot of information
about the Turboglide transmission.
It was developed by his group. I think it is the smoothest transmission
every put in a production car even to this day.
BOB
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Anthony Babiak", INTERNET:TheBabiaks@prodigy.net
To all the folks out there wondering about changing the VIN number on a
motor vehicle; DON"T DO IT!!!. Don't even bother checking with your state
DMV, it's a FEDERAL offense. It's a federal offense to even be in the
possession of a vehicle with altered numbers. If I'm not mistaken, a few
years ago there was a vendor at the Carlisle, PA swap meet selling original
style rivets to put the VIN tags on Corvette bodies and the feds came
through and confiscated his stock. (JUST RIVETS!!) I know there are a lot
of
guys changing frames but if I were going to do it, I'd at least get (and
keep) a notorized bill of sale for the frame I use.I deal a lot of
motorcycle parts and have heard a lot of horror stories about VIN numbers.
I've never been busted but I make it a point to have paper on ANY part I
handle that has a VIN on it.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Pilgrim's Auto Restorations", INTERNET:pilgrims@pacific.net
Hi, Bob.
I finally took time to go through my emails I had flagged for attention,
and there you were.
We have a restoration shop in Lakeport, California where we do complete and
partial restorations. Gerald 'Pilgrim' Covin has been working on 5-6-7
Chevys for most of his life and knows them inside-out. In the late 1980's,
he built a 5-6-7 hardtop and last year he build a 5-6-7 convertible. It's
licensed as TRI FIVE, and Jerry debuted it last year in Albuquerque.
I'm currently working on a 5-6-7 website as we would like to do more of
those Chevys and move away from other cars. In the meantime, if you get a
chance you might like to check out our website at www.authrestore.com.
Thanks for the opportunity to list with you.
Gayle Curtiss, Manager for
Gerald Covin, Owner
Pilgrim's Auto Restorations
3888 Hill Road, Lakeport CA 95453
Phone & Fax: 707/262-1062
http://www.autorestore.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
BOB_FORD@compuserve.com writes:
<< FOR SALE
1955 Chevrolet Bel Air four-door hardtop (is this guy a clown, or what???)
RO
265 V-8, not running
White and pale green exterior
Body needs work, excellent interior.
$2,500.00 >>
Editor's note. Could the car be like the Johnny Cash song "One piece at a
time"?
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Walker0286@aol.com, INTERNET:Walker0286@aol.com
Hi Im a 15 yr old kid looking for a car I want a 1955,56,57 chevy beliar I
was wondering if maybe you know where I could find one. I want one that
needs
some work.
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To: "'BOB FORD'", BOB_FORD
From: "Doten, James HS", INTERNET:james.doten@hs.utc.com
Good day to all. Can any members offer an opinion based on experience
regarding the swapping of rear spring brackets side for side to move the
springs inboard of the frame? Seems to me the 'roll' of the body would be
much worse due to the narrow spring spacing. I want to make room for
Versaille disc brakes (I wastold they would interfere with the springs in
the stock location) and possibly wider tires. Thanks, especially to Bob.
James Doten
Second Shift
Lead Coordinator
Engineer
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:j-mls@webtv.net, INTERNET:j-mls@webtv.net
HELP!! Does anyone have or know of 59-60 biscayne sedan delivery parts?
I need rh filler panel that fits between roof and liftgate.
Thank-you.Please E-mail j-mls@webtv.net if you can help. P.S.Thanks
again to Bob for the list!
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:wveith@earthlink.net, INTERNET:wveith@earthlink.net
Bob list members, I am in need of a starter for my 57' Belair 4dr.
sedan 283/powerglide, 4bbl/duel exhaust, p.s./p.b. I also need a steering
gear
box for the same car, any help will be greatly appreciated, and I need the
parts
A.S.A.P. (ESPECIALLY THE STARTER).
THANKS BOB AND ALL.
BILL RICKLEF
bill ricklef
bricklef@earthlink.net
Editor's note. As I recall Bill, you live fairly close to where I do. I
have a 57 starter that was working when removed from the car. You can have
it if you want it. No charge. Just let me know how I can get it to you.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com, INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com
JULY 7th 2001- CRUZ IN- Saugus MA - 1pm- dusk- Hilltop Steak House parking
lot- Rt 1 South, Saugus MA. Giveaways,trophies, good bags, music,doo wop,
dash plaques for 100 cars. Parking for over 500 cars.Great Hilltop food,
customizing exhibitions.
Please email or call to pre register for FREE EVENT. Provide name, phone
and
vehicle type -ALL vehicles welcomed. 781-397-1322
bearingburners@hotmail.com
Lenny Schaeffer
Malden MA
Bearing Burners Car Club President
781-397-1322
http:/clubs.hemmings.com/bearingburners
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com, INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com
FOR SALE:
55-57 vent shields (rain shields) that fit over windows-nice chrome-need
polishing but otherwise great condition. Came off my show car. Will fit
sedan
only. $75/ best offer- will ship UPS or USPS- your choice
Lenny Schaeffer
Malden MA
781-397-1322
http:/clubs.hemmings.com/bearingburners
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Grant Morris, INTERNET:gtmorris@seanet.com
I recently have had slipping problem with my '65 TH400. Because I
wanted to learn about how an automatic transmission worked, I decided to
do some research on the web to see what I could learn. I found a couple
of books that were very helpful. They are, How To Work With And Modify
Turbo Hydra-matic Transmissions, by Ron Sessions and Haynes Techbook for
General Motors Automatic Transmissions. The Ron Sessions book is very
good for operation and testing diagnostic procedures as wells
disassembly and reassembly. The Haynes book provides step by step
photos for disassembly and assembly. I also wanted a source of parts
that were priced right. I found the Makco Distributing Inc. at
http://bulk parts.com and their racing parts site at
http://www.hptransparts.com They have all the transmission parts for
GM, Ford, Chrysler, etc. The books were purchased from Amazon.com for
less than $40. I ordered heavy duty friction's, steels, bands,
bushings, bearings and a TransGo shift kit for less than $200.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: acnv#bryce, INTERNET:bryce@accessnv.com
> Title of item: '56-57 Chevy 9 Passenger Wagon Gas Tank MINT
> Seller: classicchevy
> Starts: Jun-05-01 19:40:31 PDT
> Ends: Jun-12-01 19:40:31 PDT
> Price: Starts at $49.99
> To bid on the item, go to:
http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=592107980
> Item Description:
> '56-57 Chevy 9 Passanger Wagon Gas Tank MINT
>
> * 2 PHOTOS* Very Nice Original Gas Tank for ALL '56-57 Chevy 9 Passanger
Station Wagons. Incredible Overall Condition. Blasted Inside & Out. Minor
Dent, See 2nd Photo. These Are Hard to Find. Will NOT Fit 2 Door Wagon,
Sedan Delivery, Nomad or Standard 4 Door Wagon. Don't Wait. LOW RESERVE.
Winner to pay within 10 days plus Actual UPS. We accept money orders &
Paypal ONLY.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:J56chev@aol.com, INTERNET:J56chev@aol.com
Bob, Members: I have just come across a fuel injection unit I believe came
off of a 60/61 Vette. Serial # 7017320 , complete unit including manifold.
It
also came with a distributor with mech. tach. connection. The # on the
dist.
is 11110725D22. Does anyone know if these are correct #'s for Vette f.i.
and
dist? If so, what price range are they going for? These are for sale at
best
offer. Located in So. Calif.
Jim London
(626) 448-6050
Editor's note. I have heard of these units in excellent condition selling
for $3000 to $4000 here
in Southern California. However that was a few years ago.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
CC: [unknown], INTERNET:AntinkInv@aol.com
From: INTERNET:DPete57@aol.com, INTERNET:DPete57@aol.com
Bob, the San Jose Classic Chevy Club will be one of the featured clubs at
the
Berryessa Flea Market's Summer Brew Fest & Car Show June 9/10.If anyone in
the San Jose area is interested in joining us we will meet at Georges
Burgers
at the corner of Hedding& Coleman Aves. at 8:00am to caravan to the Flea
Market. There is no charge to participate & includes free admission to the
Flea Market. It is not necessary to own a Chevy, any street rod, custom,or
classic is welcome to accompany us. For more info call Tom Antink @
408-266-4952 or Don Peterson @ 831-636-6651. Thanks,Don
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com, INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com
There have been several posts recently in which list members have voiced
opinions as to the appropriateness and rationale associated with changing
body
number plates and identification numbers.
Everyone is entitled to their opinions of course, but I'd really suggest
that
one err on the side of caution. While individuals might well rationalize
that
they had legitimately purchased an old car/body/frame or whatever where the
title had simply been mislaid years ago [and that the use of a title (and
numbers) from some other car was therefore OK, this may or may not be the
case.
Absent the presence of a clear matching title, one really doesn't know if a
vehicle has been stolen at some point or not - AND YOU HAVE NO WAY OF
PROVING
IT!
Law enforcement authorities tend to become quite agitated in situations
where
they find altered numbers - and while the statutes differ somewhat from
State-to-State - in all situations of this kind you will likely find
yourself
with significant legal expenses to say the least. In situations where it
appears
that a vehicle has been taken across State lines (very likely in the case
of 45
year old vehicles), one can be talking about violations of Federal
statutes.
Personally, I'd consider any vehicle where I didn't have a clear matching
title
to be a source of parts only - and I'd be cautious about buying such a unit
in
the first place as well. If you ever suspect that a vehicle which is being
offered without a title has a questionable history, I'd be inclined to
pass. The
potential headaches are too great!
And as far as adding stainless and other trim along with renumbering a 150
or
210 to make it appear to be a Belair: this is plain dishonest! The car left
the
factory as either a 150 or a 210. If you want to dress it up, fine. But,
the
alteration of the numbers to make it appear to have been a Belair
originally is
less than honest. Furthermore, you could well wind up inventing a VIN which
was
never listed as being built by GM, or creating one which is a duplicate of
one
already in existence. Either situation is likely to create difficulty in
the
long term. In our increasingly litigious society, one would be inviting a
lawsuit by doing so. I'd suggest that the risk is not worth it.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Stephen, INTERNET:stephen@starkfilms.com
Dear Bob
Can anyone offer some advice? My 55 Nomad has a Wonderbar radio. Looks
lovely. Doesn't work. I've identified a man who says he can repair it
(and help tune it to UK FM broadcast numbers which differ slightly from the
US I understand). But he doesn't live anywhere near so I'm going to have
to pull the unit out myself (and re-install when it comes back). Has
anyone got any tips? And I know there was some correspondence on the
subject of car stereos recently. I don't want to start cutting large holes
out of the car to fit extra speakers and am happy with a lo-fi solution.
Anyone got a simple set-up that they are happy with and would recommend?
Thanks for the list Bob - and thanks in advance to any / all responses to
this request.
Stephen
55 Nomad
57 Bel Air
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:spersson@silcom.com, INTERNET:spersson@silcom.com
I am Looking for a vendor that can change a 1955 Chevy belair stock clock
into a quarts type clock and keep the stock face look.
I know you can buy an all new one but was hoping to save some money by
changing the one I have.
If you can be of any help please let me know. Thanks.
Sven Persson
spersson@silcom.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:CHEVYBA55@aol.com, INTERNET:CHEVYBA55@aol.com
Sandra Scott, as I was reading my response to your alignment, I noticed
that
I miss typed camber instead of caster. Sorry if I confused anyone.
Rod...........
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Don & Sheila Janda, INTERNET:dnsjanda@webtv.net
Hey Bob & fellow LIST members:
I am sending Bob the tee shirt we promised for all the work he does on
this LIST! Our show was a huge success!! It was Iowa's largest all Chevy
show - over 150 entries (which included our member cars). BOB: let us
know how many shirts you receive - you SHOULD get them from every state
in the Union.
Don Janda, President
Hawkeye Area Classic Chevy Club
Editor's note. Thanks Don and everyone else that has sent me a T shirt.
My collection is growing each week.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Tiffany T Nugent, INTERNET:ttn100@juno.com
Thank you all for your suggestions about antique auto insurance. Now all
I have to do is get the car done. (Actually, get my husband to finish
the car!) I did the hard part, ha ha. I did price comparisons on all
the parts we needed to fix it up. I found that Double Nickel Chevy in
GA. had the best prices on almost everything we need. We are not
restoring this car to be a show car, just a nice car to take the family
out in on the weekend. It is a 1957 4 door post. And I'm having my
husband paint it iridescent pink!!! Ever since I was 12yrs old I wanted
a pink V W. Now that I have 4 children under the age of 9, a V W is not
practical. The 57 chevy will be great. I can't wait!
Thanks
Tiffany Nugent - FL
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:OvalRace25@aol.com, INTERNET:OvalRace25@aol.com
Hey Bob!
I am looking for a REAL nice 55 BelAir 2 door sedan. Not a hardtop. It just
has to be a true "frame off" complete restoration of a very fine original..
I
want one that will knock yer socks off! Prefer Blue/White colors. Modified
is
OK if done VERY tastefully. I am not afraid to step up to the pay window
for
the right car. I'll need e-mail pictures, price and location on the first
contact please. This car will have a good home. I have owned tri-5's since
high school back in the '60's and still have my high school 57 hardtop.
ovalrace25@aol.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:InBOIL@aol.com, INTERNET:InBOIL@aol.com
hi all looking for an electric wiper motor for my 56. i also need a 605 box
and bracketry if anyone has.
thanks,
wolf 206 352 7503
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Klasicjon@aol.com, INTERNET:Klasicjon@aol.com
Note to Wyatt Smolick re false VIN plate. Do you really think it is worth
risking having your car seized by the state police for having a fake VIN
plate that doesn't belong on your car? In Texas, the boys in vehicle theft
are pretty shape and can detect a replaced VIN plate. Grinding off the VIN
on the frame is no help since it basically can be treated like a weapon
that
has the serial number filed off. To me , its not worth the risk. If you
have the car that the VIN plate came from , the safe way is too replace the
frame with the matching VIN.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:CHEVYLUV57@aol.com, INTERNET:CHEVYLUV57@aol.com
Does anybody have a fake full-size plastic engine for sale? e-mail
chevyluv57@aol.com
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To: [unknown], Bob_Ford
From: "Brian Murphy", INTERNET:lmurphy1@pcii.net
Dear Car Club,
Independence Day is quickly approaching, and we are having a car show that
is free to all show cars that attend. It will be held at the Grant County
Fair Grounds in southwest Wisconsin. The dates are Friday, Saturday, and
Sunday, June 29,30, and July 1st. We have many cars attending, and plenty
of room for more. There will be races Saturday night, crafters for the
ladies, food on site, and four radio stations broadcasting from the show.
It should be a great time for all who attend and I would appreciate it if
you would pass this on to your members.
In this the first year of the new Millennium, what has given us more
independence than the automobile? We wish to celebrate it each year on the
weekend closest to the fourth of July.
For more information, or for registration, contact: Lancaster Chamber of
Commerce
Mary Lee Powell at (608)723-2820, or Brian Murphy at (608)723-2337 or email
us at lmurphy1@pcii.net.
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:JKOCONNOR@aol.com
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Dave Hecker, INTERNET:dhecker@presenter.com
Jim,
Regarding adding Power Brakes to a factory Power Steering car. One of our
club members installed the master cylinder from a 64 Impala into their 57
sport coupe. According to him, it was an easy bolt up, using the original
57 pedal assembly. He had to fabricate a longer adjusting arm for the
generator/Power Steering to lean it over slightly farther than normal.
This
altered the air space in the Power Steering reservoir which causes the
Power
Steering to be a little noisier than stock but he indicates it all works
great.
Thanks
Dave Hecker
Vice President San Jose Classic Chevys
http://clubs.hemmings.com/sjcc
dhecker@presenter.com
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To: "Bob Ford (E-mail)", Bob_Ford
From: "Reisig, Val", INTERNET:Val.Reisig@grahampackaging.com
Bob:
I'm hoping one of your list members can help me out with a problem that I'm
having with my '56.
I'm doing a body-off restoration, and have just installed new leaf springs.
The problem that I'm having is that the new five leaf springs are so strong
that they don't allow the shackle to swing downward. At this point, the
shackle is above the frame and will interfere with the body. Does anyone
know of a method to get the shackle to swing down to the correct angle and
stay there? I've tried the biggest crowbar I could find, and that certainly
didn't work. Any help is appreciated.
Thanks,
Val
val.reisig@grahampackaging.com
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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: Sunday, June 10, 2001 7:44 AM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
JUNE 9, 2001
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. I RESERVE THE RIGHT TO EDIT OUT ANY MATERIAL NOT
APPROPRIATE FOR THIS LIST.
PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR NAME AS THE LAST THING ON YOUR E-MAIL.
BECAUSE OF THE DANGER OF A VIRUS, PLEASE DO NOT SEND ATTACHMENTS
WITH YOUR E-MAL. E-MAIL WITH ATTACHMENTS WILL NOT BE READ.
THANKS
BOB FORD
EDITOR
__________________________________________________ ____________________
From: Editor
I am sorry to have to report the death of Frank Winchell. Frank
contributed a lot to the engineering of our TriFives. He became Chief
Engineer of Chevy and introduced many innovations for later model Chevys.
I interviewed Frank a few years ago and he gave me a lot of information
about the Turboglide transmission.
It was developed by his group. I think it is the smoothest transmission
every put in a production car even to this day.
BOB
-------------------------------------------------------------------
To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Anthony Babiak", INTERNET:TheBabiaks@prodigy.net
To all the folks out there wondering about changing the VIN number on a
motor vehicle; DON"T DO IT!!!. Don't even bother checking with your state
DMV, it's a FEDERAL offense. It's a federal offense to even be in the
possession of a vehicle with altered numbers. If I'm not mistaken, a few
years ago there was a vendor at the Carlisle, PA swap meet selling original
style rivets to put the VIN tags on Corvette bodies and the feds came
through and confiscated his stock. (JUST RIVETS!!) I know there are a lot
of
guys changing frames but if I were going to do it, I'd at least get (and
keep) a notorized bill of sale for the frame I use.I deal a lot of
motorcycle parts and have heard a lot of horror stories about VIN numbers.
I've never been busted but I make it a point to have paper on ANY part I
handle that has a VIN on it.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Pilgrim's Auto Restorations", INTERNET:pilgrims@pacific.net
Hi, Bob.
I finally took time to go through my emails I had flagged for attention,
and there you were.
We have a restoration shop in Lakeport, California where we do complete and
partial restorations. Gerald 'Pilgrim' Covin has been working on 5-6-7
Chevys for most of his life and knows them inside-out. In the late 1980's,
he built a 5-6-7 hardtop and last year he build a 5-6-7 convertible. It's
licensed as TRI FIVE, and Jerry debuted it last year in Albuquerque.
I'm currently working on a 5-6-7 website as we would like to do more of
those Chevys and move away from other cars. In the meantime, if you get a
chance you might like to check out our website at www.authrestore.com.
Thanks for the opportunity to list with you.
Gayle Curtiss, Manager for
Gerald Covin, Owner
Pilgrim's Auto Restorations
3888 Hill Road, Lakeport CA 95453
Phone & Fax: 707/262-1062
http://www.autorestore.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
BOB_FORD@compuserve.com writes:
<< FOR SALE
1955 Chevrolet Bel Air four-door hardtop (is this guy a clown, or what???)
RO
265 V-8, not running
White and pale green exterior
Body needs work, excellent interior.
$2,500.00 >>
Editor's note. Could the car be like the Johnny Cash song "One piece at a
time"?
BOB
----------------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Walker0286@aol.com, INTERNET:Walker0286@aol.com
Hi Im a 15 yr old kid looking for a car I want a 1955,56,57 chevy beliar I
was wondering if maybe you know where I could find one. I want one that
needs
some work.
-------------------------------------------------------
To: "'BOB FORD'", BOB_FORD
From: "Doten, James HS", INTERNET:james.doten@hs.utc.com
Good day to all. Can any members offer an opinion based on experience
regarding the swapping of rear spring brackets side for side to move the
springs inboard of the frame? Seems to me the 'roll' of the body would be
much worse due to the narrow spring spacing. I want to make room for
Versaille disc brakes (I wastold they would interfere with the springs in
the stock location) and possibly wider tires. Thanks, especially to Bob.
James Doten
Second Shift
Lead Coordinator
Engineer
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:j-mls@webtv.net, INTERNET:j-mls@webtv.net
HELP!! Does anyone have or know of 59-60 biscayne sedan delivery parts?
I need rh filler panel that fits between roof and liftgate.
Thank-you.Please E-mail j-mls@webtv.net if you can help. P.S.Thanks
again to Bob for the list!
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:wveith@earthlink.net, INTERNET:wveith@earthlink.net
Bob list members, I am in need of a starter for my 57' Belair 4dr.
sedan 283/powerglide, 4bbl/duel exhaust, p.s./p.b. I also need a steering
gear
box for the same car, any help will be greatly appreciated, and I need the
parts
A.S.A.P. (ESPECIALLY THE STARTER).
THANKS BOB AND ALL.
BILL RICKLEF
bill ricklef
bricklef@earthlink.net
Editor's note. As I recall Bill, you live fairly close to where I do. I
have a 57 starter that was working when removed from the car. You can have
it if you want it. No charge. Just let me know how I can get it to you.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com, INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com
JULY 7th 2001- CRUZ IN- Saugus MA - 1pm- dusk- Hilltop Steak House parking
lot- Rt 1 South, Saugus MA. Giveaways,trophies, good bags, music,doo wop,
dash plaques for 100 cars. Parking for over 500 cars.Great Hilltop food,
customizing exhibitions.
Please email or call to pre register for FREE EVENT. Provide name, phone
and
vehicle type -ALL vehicles welcomed. 781-397-1322
bearingburners@hotmail.com
Lenny Schaeffer
Malden MA
Bearing Burners Car Club President
781-397-1322
http:/clubs.hemmings.com/bearingburners
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com, INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com
FOR SALE:
55-57 vent shields (rain shields) that fit over windows-nice chrome-need
polishing but otherwise great condition. Came off my show car. Will fit
sedan
only. $75/ best offer- will ship UPS or USPS- your choice
Lenny Schaeffer
Malden MA
781-397-1322
http:/clubs.hemmings.com/bearingburners
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Grant Morris, INTERNET:gtmorris@seanet.com
I recently have had slipping problem with my '65 TH400. Because I
wanted to learn about how an automatic transmission worked, I decided to
do some research on the web to see what I could learn. I found a couple
of books that were very helpful. They are, How To Work With And Modify
Turbo Hydra-matic Transmissions, by Ron Sessions and Haynes Techbook for
General Motors Automatic Transmissions. The Ron Sessions book is very
good for operation and testing diagnostic procedures as wells
disassembly and reassembly. The Haynes book provides step by step
photos for disassembly and assembly. I also wanted a source of parts
that were priced right. I found the Makco Distributing Inc. at
http://bulk parts.com and their racing parts site at
http://www.hptransparts.com They have all the transmission parts for
GM, Ford, Chrysler, etc. The books were purchased from Amazon.com for
less than $40. I ordered heavy duty friction's, steels, bands,
bushings, bearings and a TransGo shift kit for less than $200.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: acnv#bryce, INTERNET:bryce@accessnv.com
> Title of item: '56-57 Chevy 9 Passenger Wagon Gas Tank MINT
> Seller: classicchevy
> Starts: Jun-05-01 19:40:31 PDT
> Ends: Jun-12-01 19:40:31 PDT
> Price: Starts at $49.99
> To bid on the item, go to:
http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=592107980
> Item Description:
> '56-57 Chevy 9 Passanger Wagon Gas Tank MINT
>
> * 2 PHOTOS* Very Nice Original Gas Tank for ALL '56-57 Chevy 9 Passanger
Station Wagons. Incredible Overall Condition. Blasted Inside & Out. Minor
Dent, See 2nd Photo. These Are Hard to Find. Will NOT Fit 2 Door Wagon,
Sedan Delivery, Nomad or Standard 4 Door Wagon. Don't Wait. LOW RESERVE.
Winner to pay within 10 days plus Actual UPS. We accept money orders &
Paypal ONLY.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:J56chev@aol.com, INTERNET:J56chev@aol.com
Bob, Members: I have just come across a fuel injection unit I believe came
off of a 60/61 Vette. Serial # 7017320 , complete unit including manifold.
It
also came with a distributor with mech. tach. connection. The # on the
dist.
is 11110725D22. Does anyone know if these are correct #'s for Vette f.i.
and
dist? If so, what price range are they going for? These are for sale at
best
offer. Located in So. Calif.
Jim London
(626) 448-6050
Editor's note. I have heard of these units in excellent condition selling
for $3000 to $4000 here
in Southern California. However that was a few years ago.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
CC: [unknown], INTERNET:AntinkInv@aol.com
From: INTERNET:DPete57@aol.com, INTERNET:DPete57@aol.com
Bob, the San Jose Classic Chevy Club will be one of the featured clubs at
the
Berryessa Flea Market's Summer Brew Fest & Car Show June 9/10.If anyone in
the San Jose area is interested in joining us we will meet at Georges
Burgers
at the corner of Hedding& Coleman Aves. at 8:00am to caravan to the Flea
Market. There is no charge to participate & includes free admission to the
Flea Market. It is not necessary to own a Chevy, any street rod, custom,or
classic is welcome to accompany us. For more info call Tom Antink @
408-266-4952 or Don Peterson @ 831-636-6651. Thanks,Don
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com, INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com
There have been several posts recently in which list members have voiced
opinions as to the appropriateness and rationale associated with changing
body
number plates and identification numbers.
Everyone is entitled to their opinions of course, but I'd really suggest
that
one err on the side of caution. While individuals might well rationalize
that
they had legitimately purchased an old car/body/frame or whatever where the
title had simply been mislaid years ago [and that the use of a title (and
numbers) from some other car was therefore OK, this may or may not be the
case.
Absent the presence of a clear matching title, one really doesn't know if a
vehicle has been stolen at some point or not - AND YOU HAVE NO WAY OF
PROVING
IT!
Law enforcement authorities tend to become quite agitated in situations
where
they find altered numbers - and while the statutes differ somewhat from
State-to-State - in all situations of this kind you will likely find
yourself
with significant legal expenses to say the least. In situations where it
appears
that a vehicle has been taken across State lines (very likely in the case
of 45
year old vehicles), one can be talking about violations of Federal
statutes.
Personally, I'd consider any vehicle where I didn't have a clear matching
title
to be a source of parts only - and I'd be cautious about buying such a unit
in
the first place as well. If you ever suspect that a vehicle which is being
offered without a title has a questionable history, I'd be inclined to
pass. The
potential headaches are too great!
And as far as adding stainless and other trim along with renumbering a 150
or
210 to make it appear to be a Belair: this is plain dishonest! The car left
the
factory as either a 150 or a 210. If you want to dress it up, fine. But,
the
alteration of the numbers to make it appear to have been a Belair
originally is
less than honest. Furthermore, you could well wind up inventing a VIN which
was
never listed as being built by GM, or creating one which is a duplicate of
one
already in existence. Either situation is likely to create difficulty in
the
long term. In our increasingly litigious society, one would be inviting a
lawsuit by doing so. I'd suggest that the risk is not worth it.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Stephen, INTERNET:stephen@starkfilms.com
Dear Bob
Can anyone offer some advice? My 55 Nomad has a Wonderbar radio. Looks
lovely. Doesn't work. I've identified a man who says he can repair it
(and help tune it to UK FM broadcast numbers which differ slightly from the
US I understand). But he doesn't live anywhere near so I'm going to have
to pull the unit out myself (and re-install when it comes back). Has
anyone got any tips? And I know there was some correspondence on the
subject of car stereos recently. I don't want to start cutting large holes
out of the car to fit extra speakers and am happy with a lo-fi solution.
Anyone got a simple set-up that they are happy with and would recommend?
Thanks for the list Bob - and thanks in advance to any / all responses to
this request.
Stephen
55 Nomad
57 Bel Air
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:spersson@silcom.com, INTERNET:spersson@silcom.com
I am Looking for a vendor that can change a 1955 Chevy belair stock clock
into a quarts type clock and keep the stock face look.
I know you can buy an all new one but was hoping to save some money by
changing the one I have.
If you can be of any help please let me know. Thanks.
Sven Persson
spersson@silcom.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:CHEVYBA55@aol.com, INTERNET:CHEVYBA55@aol.com
Sandra Scott, as I was reading my response to your alignment, I noticed
that
I miss typed camber instead of caster. Sorry if I confused anyone.
Rod...........
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Don & Sheila Janda, INTERNET:dnsjanda@webtv.net
Hey Bob & fellow LIST members:
I am sending Bob the tee shirt we promised for all the work he does on
this LIST! Our show was a huge success!! It was Iowa's largest all Chevy
show - over 150 entries (which included our member cars). BOB: let us
know how many shirts you receive - you SHOULD get them from every state
in the Union.
Don Janda, President
Hawkeye Area Classic Chevy Club
Editor's note. Thanks Don and everyone else that has sent me a T shirt.
My collection is growing each week.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Tiffany T Nugent, INTERNET:ttn100@juno.com
Thank you all for your suggestions about antique auto insurance. Now all
I have to do is get the car done. (Actually, get my husband to finish
the car!) I did the hard part, ha ha. I did price comparisons on all
the parts we needed to fix it up. I found that Double Nickel Chevy in
GA. had the best prices on almost everything we need. We are not
restoring this car to be a show car, just a nice car to take the family
out in on the weekend. It is a 1957 4 door post. And I'm having my
husband paint it iridescent pink!!! Ever since I was 12yrs old I wanted
a pink V W. Now that I have 4 children under the age of 9, a V W is not
practical. The 57 chevy will be great. I can't wait!
Thanks
Tiffany Nugent - FL
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:OvalRace25@aol.com, INTERNET:OvalRace25@aol.com
Hey Bob!
I am looking for a REAL nice 55 BelAir 2 door sedan. Not a hardtop. It just
has to be a true "frame off" complete restoration of a very fine original..
I
want one that will knock yer socks off! Prefer Blue/White colors. Modified
is
OK if done VERY tastefully. I am not afraid to step up to the pay window
for
the right car. I'll need e-mail pictures, price and location on the first
contact please. This car will have a good home. I have owned tri-5's since
high school back in the '60's and still have my high school 57 hardtop.
ovalrace25@aol.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:InBOIL@aol.com, INTERNET:InBOIL@aol.com
hi all looking for an electric wiper motor for my 56. i also need a 605 box
and bracketry if anyone has.
thanks,
wolf 206 352 7503
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Klasicjon@aol.com, INTERNET:Klasicjon@aol.com
Note to Wyatt Smolick re false VIN plate. Do you really think it is worth
risking having your car seized by the state police for having a fake VIN
plate that doesn't belong on your car? In Texas, the boys in vehicle theft
are pretty shape and can detect a replaced VIN plate. Grinding off the VIN
on the frame is no help since it basically can be treated like a weapon
that
has the serial number filed off. To me , its not worth the risk. If you
have the car that the VIN plate came from , the safe way is too replace the
frame with the matching VIN.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:CHEVYLUV57@aol.com, INTERNET:CHEVYLUV57@aol.com
Does anybody have a fake full-size plastic engine for sale? e-mail
chevyluv57@aol.com
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To: [unknown], Bob_Ford
From: "Brian Murphy", INTERNET:lmurphy1@pcii.net
Dear Car Club,
Independence Day is quickly approaching, and we are having a car show that
is free to all show cars that attend. It will be held at the Grant County
Fair Grounds in southwest Wisconsin. The dates are Friday, Saturday, and
Sunday, June 29,30, and July 1st. We have many cars attending, and plenty
of room for more. There will be races Saturday night, crafters for the
ladies, food on site, and four radio stations broadcasting from the show.
It should be a great time for all who attend and I would appreciate it if
you would pass this on to your members.
In this the first year of the new Millennium, what has given us more
independence than the automobile? We wish to celebrate it each year on the
weekend closest to the fourth of July.
For more information, or for registration, contact: Lancaster Chamber of
Commerce
Mary Lee Powell at (608)723-2820, or Brian Murphy at (608)723-2337 or email
us at lmurphy1@pcii.net.
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:JKOCONNOR@aol.com
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Dave Hecker, INTERNET:dhecker@presenter.com
Jim,
Regarding adding Power Brakes to a factory Power Steering car. One of our
club members installed the master cylinder from a 64 Impala into their 57
sport coupe. According to him, it was an easy bolt up, using the original
57 pedal assembly. He had to fabricate a longer adjusting arm for the
generator/Power Steering to lean it over slightly farther than normal.
This
altered the air space in the Power Steering reservoir which causes the
Power
Steering to be a little noisier than stock but he indicates it all works
great.
Thanks
Dave Hecker
Vice President San Jose Classic Chevys
http://clubs.hemmings.com/sjcc
dhecker@presenter.com
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To: "Bob Ford (E-mail)", Bob_Ford
From: "Reisig, Val", INTERNET:Val.Reisig@grahampackaging.com
Bob:
I'm hoping one of your list members can help me out with a problem that I'm
having with my '56.
I'm doing a body-off restoration, and have just installed new leaf springs.
The problem that I'm having is that the new five leaf springs are so strong
that they don't allow the shackle to swing downward. At this point, the
shackle is above the frame and will interfere with the body. Does anyone
know of a method to get the shackle to swing down to the correct angle and
stay there? I've tried the biggest crowbar I could find, and that certainly
didn't work. Any help is appreciated.
Thanks,
Val
val.reisig@grahampackaging.com
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BOB FORD
18091 MARK CIRCLE
VILLA PARK, CALIFORNIA 92861-2648
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