TriChrome
03-07-2018, 12:41 AM
From: BOB FORD [BOB_FORD@compuserve.com]
Sent: Saturday, September 08, 2001 11:34 AM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
SEPT 8, 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-MAIL. E-MAIL WITH ATTACHMENTS WILL NOT BE READ.
THANKS
BOB FORD
EDITOR
__________________________________________________ ____________________
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Low55chev@aol.com, INTERNET:Low55chev@aol.com
Looking for a few parts for car
55 Chevy 210 sedan 2 door
Need stainless trim at doors next to mirrors- whatever it's called- help
me!
It's the one your arm rests on while driving. Can't find a re-pop. No
dents-
I can polish.
Need the 2 lower L shaped corner stainless windshield trim pcs no dents- I
can polish.
Please e-mail me w/ prices at Steves55@chevytalk.com or
Steves55chevy@aol.com
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: "kenneth weinstein", INTERNET:kmw57@hotmail.com
Chevy 14 inch wheels (not 1957's, but will fit a 57)-$35 each, trackbars
from my 57 nomad 2/$35(can't ship them), radiator support that came off my
57--it is cut out for a 6 cylinder radiator,and has a 6 cylinder radiator
with it $100(including the radiator), wheelcovers 1955-67 4/$80,
SEATCOVERS aftermarket patterns, most are plaid vinyl $85/car, 1957 right
rear 1st generation bumper end rechromed $135, left rear taillite housing
excellent used $50
WANTED nos or perfect used 57 nomad exterior chrome\
64 elcamino,99% rustfree virginia car, 283, automatic, air,spotlight, all
original except corvette sport wheels trade for 56-8 chevy-no rustever and
driveable or sell for $6,900
ken weinstein
buffalo, ny
716-689-6888 nites
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To: "'BOB FORD'", BOB_FORD
From: "Glassoff, Marc", INTERNET:GlassoffMA@navair.navy.mil
Hi Bob-
This is for Mary regarding the 4-6-8 Caddy engine.
Indeed there was one and I had it on an 81 Sedan De Ville. That was the
only
year it was offered and was supposed to work as Mary described. Some did
work, but most had to disconnect the 4-6-8 mechanism so that it ran on 8
all
the time. It was a simple procedure of pulling a plug that went to the
transmission. I bought mine used and it ran great and got 21 mpg on the
highway until it needed a rebuild at 125k miles. Loved the car. Mary, you
get the steak.
As always Bob, great job on the list.
Marc Glassoff
Escondido, CA
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From: Ray Norton
To: jerry@laccc.com
I got your email address from the L.A. Classic Chevy Club website. I
attended several of your club functions
when I lived in Valencia. I have a 57 2dr. hardtop that I have owned since
78. I am planning on upgrading to disc brakes. Do you or any of your
members know where the disc brake parts come from? I am told the conversion
kits contain 68-72 Chevelle rotors, calipers and power booster. I would
like to purchase the spindles and misc. hardware from someone like Danchuk
and buy the Chevelle parts myself. I work for Carquest and can buy the
components pretty cheap. If you or any of your members can provide me with
some info, I would appreciate it greatly.
ThanksRay
Nortonnortr@mindspring.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Don & Sheila Janda, INTERNET:dnsjanda@webtv.net
I live in Palm Springs Calif. and just bought a 56 2 door 150 Post I am
going
to restore it but not totally original it will be more of a "street
machine".
The body is really pretty straight-it is going to require some body work,
we
are doing a "body off" and powder coating the frame and will replace all
necessary parts.
When I called a local company here that does the body work, paint etc.
without even seeing the car they said they usually aren't worth doing, but
they would take a look at it and give us an estimate.
What is your opinion on this.
Thanks
Colleen
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Sandra Scott", INTERNET:sandyscott@peoplepc.com
Fuely - An ampmeter will not show charge unless charge is needed on a low
battery and only momentarily, then it will drop to zero which is where it
should read all the time if it's normal.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Nomadcpa@aol.com, INTERNET:Nomadcpa@aol.com
Hi Bob:
The Cadillac V8-6-4 was in 1981. If you removed one wire, you would have a
decent full-time V-8. It was replaced by the HT-4100. The company I
worked
for at the time had one of each in El Dorados. The 81 was ok but the
HT-4100
blew the camshaft at 32000 miles and about every 12000 after that.
Sherwin Silver
Classic Chevys of Southern California
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: jeff schilp, INTERNET:chevyjeff@yahoo.com
Please post this as for sale items.
1. 57 Used front drum brakes and spindels. good shape.
best offer.
2. 57 used 3 speed tranny and shifter. best offer.
3. 57 driver side fender. some bondo. best offer
4. 82 corvette stock front spoiler excellent condition
three pieces. 150.00
5. 57 assorted delux heater parts box, blower,ect.
best offer.
These are located in the north Dallas area. I am
trying to make room in garage. Might let some go for
free. email chevyjeff@yahoo.com with questions or offers.
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:nortr@mindspring.com
CC: [unknown], INTERNET:jmull@sprintmail.com
CC: Bob Ford of LACCC, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:orb57@pacbell.net, INTERNET:orb57@pacbell.net
Ray, If you buy the spindles from Danchuck or another quality vendor,
the spindles are boxed with a list of vehicles from which the brake
calipers, pads, rotors and brakelines can be obtained. Make sure when
you buy the spindles that this list is in the box. I believe that during
the late 70's and early 80's, Chevy only used two sizes of caliper on
there cars. The dropped spindles I believe, require the smaller ones.
Note that when you buy the rotors, the studs come in both metric and
standard threads.
Have fun! LACCC Member, Bob Logan
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Curt & Carrie Hogan, INTERNET:hogan@cjnetworks.com
Bob,
Please pass this info on to the group.
I have a rack and pinion set up for 55-57 chevy for sale. This is a system
designed and fabricated by me because I did not like the CCI kit. This rack
bracket bolts through 8 drilled holes in the bottom of the crossmember and
does not hang as low as the CCI setup. Includes bracket, used rack with
inner tierod ends modified for, and included, original outer ends, CCI
billet steel steering arms, a new borgeson joint matched to rack and
mounting hardware. Price $450.00 including freight in cont.US
Curt Hogan
hogan@cjnetworks.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Mark C Bach, INTERNET:m_bach@juno.com
Ref the ticket scheme to overpay your fine I don't think it would work
here in AZ.
Most courts assess the fine and points when you appear or send in the
fine. However the money is separate from the points and the courts could
care less that you overpaid. It would be the same as if you overpaid
your water bill. They'll take your money and worry about the refund
later. So my suggestion is to go to driver's school and enjoy the class
to avoid the points.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Michael Zepperi", INTERNET:zepm@home.com
Hi BOB:
I just received a 57 chevy from my aunt in Arizona, and I'm confused. I't
doesn't say belair on it. I would like to know if all 57's are belair's.
OH,
would you put me on the list? thanks.
Editor note. In 1957 Chevy produced 4 models. The 150, 210, Bel Air ,
and Nomad.
BOB
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To: "Bob Ford of LACCC", BOB_FORD
From: "Jerry & Janet Mull", INTERNET:jmull@sprintmail.com
Hi Bob & Mary-
YES, Cadillac did have such a motor. As I recall it was during the Energy
Crunch of the Eighties, when Cadillac was trying to make a more fuel
efficient engine. 1981 to be exact. I remember a lady at my work who had
one and it was always in the Shop. It had alot of mechanical components
that could fail. Pretty great idea actually, and may come to pass in the
future. Just not reliable with the Eighties Technology available then.
Tell your motorhead Club members to get with it! HA! You deserve a free
meal for this one! -Jerry Mull LACCC president
See for details:
http://home.att.net/~michael.w.harris/cadillac/81ccat32.htm
p.s.- Hey, what do I get? A Big Mac? :>)
Editor's note. Definition of a Big Mac. Someone named Mac that eats a lot
of McDonald's food.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com, INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com
Hi Bob - If you are thinking about going with that set up I have used LOKAR
universal emergency cables in the past with good luck- Might be less
hassle-
good luck
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: "Tim Schmidt", INTERNET:tschmidt@fuse.net
Hi Bob.
I have a 57 Nomad that I bought in 1990. The car is modified some. It has
a 327 engine with the big heads, a Holley 600 carb, BW T-10 traney,
bucket seats and counsel from a 62 Supper Sprot. From the outside it looks
original because it is painted original color and no modifications have
been made to the body.
Now that you know of my car, here's my problem. The tailgate leaks water
bad. I am told that the upper rear glass on the tailgate needs to be
"rearched". I need to know who does this and how to get in touch with
them. All the weather strip on the tailgate is original (never been
replaced). I have new weather strip to put on but feel I should wait until
I get the tailgate fixed.
Any help on this would be great.
Tim Schmidt Cincinnati
e-mail tshcmidt@fuse.net
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:cases.chevy.parts@prodigy.net,
INTERNET:cases.chevy.parts@prodigy.net
We will be at the Auburn, IN. Kruse/ Ebay auction & swapmeet from August 30
~ Sept. 3. We will respond to your e-mail when we return. Thank you,
Case's Chevy Parts
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To: Bob Ford, BOB_FORD
From: "Dale D.", INTERNET:canyonrose@yahoo.com
>There is no hidden agenda on this list and it really
>is a non profit effort. BOB
Bob, you can't fool me! I know that in the long run
the list is LESS than non-profit, as it is costing you
a lot of time. Then there's the expense of the tapes
you send folks, and of course more time involved in
copying them. Also, I wouldn't discount your "hidden
agenda" of trying to help members better themselves
financially.
We can't thank you enough for this labor of love.
Take good care, -Delivery Dale
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com, INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com
MANY USED 55-57 CHEVY PARTS FOR SALE---> long center (3rd) floor brace
with
new ends welded in $90; '56 BelAir hardtop/Nomad sunvisors, light green
perforated vinyl $10pr; cowl tag for Sierra Gold/Abobe Beige '56 BelAir
4dr
sedan $15; cowl tag for solid Larkspur Blue '57 210 4dr wagon $10; '57
working 6cyl starter $25; '57 150 sedan upper quarter paint dividers
$40pr;
'57 150wagon upper quarter paint dividers $40pr; '56/'57 150 lower
windshield corner stainless $40pr; 210 2dr sedan beltline moldings, 4 pcs
$80; '55 210 4dr interior door panel stainless trim $25set; restored '55
210 4dr drivers' side quarter spear $50; pair of '55 210 4dr rear door
spears $35; complete '55/'56 210 steering wheel $50; pair of '55/'56 &
'56-'62 Corvette welded 15" wheels, blasted, powdercoated, and spin tested
$140; various side moldings for '57 BelAir/210 4dr sedan/wagon; 4dr sedan
quarter window garnish moldings $10pr. Shipping is extra.
Wyatt Smolick
Fleetwood, PA 19522
WSSmolick@aol.com
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Jo Soprarnos, INTERNET:younkk91@casron.net
Bob
I think you do have a hidden agenda for your list. Otherwise why would
you put out all of the time, effort, money on this list. Your hidden
agenda must be to help as many people as possible.
The video you sent me of Dick Clark's Beechnut show was priceless and it
was free. Thanks again. When I viewed it, I was a teenager again. What a
great feeling. Seeing Bill Haley, Buddy Holly, Jerry Lee Lewis, The Big
Bopper, The Everly Brother, The Beach Boys as they looked in the 50s was
the best thing I had seen in many years. When I told my husband, you were
sending me a 50s music video that was made in the 50s, he said that was
impossible because video recording did not exist then. When I got the
video, he enjoyed it as much as I did but he still wants to know how you
did it. Would you or a list member share the secret of how these videos of
old TV shows came to be made when video recording did not exist.
BOB, please don't edit out what follows. I know Bob and his lovely wife
Mary Ann personally and they are both very nice people. Lets do something
for him for a change. His birthday is September 26th. Lets flood his mail
box with birthday cards. His address is at the end of every list he sends
us.
Jo
Editor's note. Jo, I am not an electronics expert. Hopefully someone can
tell me if I am wrong but I believe before video recording was available,
something called a kinescope (sp) was made of TV shows. That was a process
of pointing a movie camera at a tv set. Now there is a process where you
can transfer a movie to a video cassette.
BOB
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bill Kautz", INTERNET:kautz@home.com
Hi All,
This is in response to Mary's question about the Cadillac 4-6-8 engine.
The 4-6-8 was a 368 cid engine and was offered in 1981 only, in the
DeVille, Brougham, and ElDorado, and optional in the Seville. It was rated
at 140 hp. The heart of the motor was an electro-mechanical system
developed by Eaton Corp. that opened and closed the valves on two or four
cylinders, depending on load conditions. It was a good idea but too complex
to be reliable. Cadillac continued to use it in their limos through 1984.
Hope this helps! WIld Bill
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Betty Ellis", INTERNET:bellis@4state.com
Bob: We continue to look for a 57 chevy convertible in repairable
condition. We enjoy your listings very much. My husband can work miracles
restoring a rust bucket into a beautiful car. Would even be interested in
just a 57 convertible body. Thanks Email me at bellis@4state.com or may
call anytime 620-848-3671 We live in Ks. Thanks Betty
Editor's note. I suggest you use www.traderonline.com e-mail
notification service. Just register what car you want and when one like it
is listed, you will get notified. The service is free.
BOB
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com, INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com
below is a bunch of fluff! nonsense and horse do-do.
what will happen is they will simply keep any extra money. so if you wish
to contribute money to the state go right ahead.
louis
> From: ken mueller ii, INTERNET:five7man@juno.com
>
> This system has been tried and it works in every state. (supposedly)
> If you get a speeding ticket or went thru a red light or whatever the
> case maybe, and your going to get p[oints on your license.
> This is the method to ensure that you DO NOT get the points.
> When you get your fine, send in a check to pay for it.
> If the fine is $79.00 make the check out for $82.00 or some small amount
> over the fine.
> The system will then have to send you back a check for the difference,
> however here is the trick.
> DO NOT CASH THE REFUND CHECK !! Throw it away !
> Points are not assessed to your license until all financial trans actions
> are complete.
> If you do not cash the check , then the transactions are NOT complete.
> The system has received its money and will no longer bother you.
> This information comes from an unmentionable computer company that sets
> up the standard databases used by every state.
>
> Note : I received this and find it hard to believe , has anyone else
> heard of this or if it works.
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com, INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com
Bob,
Your memory (on this one anyway!) is as sharp as usual. The 4-6-8 was based
on
about a 368 cubic inch version of the Caddy V8 and was offered for the '82
model
year only. The transitions from one mode to another, indeed, left something
to
be desired.
GM is about to try again shortly, but with a version based on the 6 liter
Chevy
small block that will go only from 4 to 8
cylinder operation.
Side note to Mary: Enjoy your dinner!
Roy N.
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FROM: Editor
As some of you might know, I teach classes in retirement planning. Several
years ago someone
brought the article below to class from the local paper. I thought you
might enjoy seeing it.
What do you think?
BOB
A man was being harassed by a bill collection agency. He told them he was
not the person that
owed the debt they were trying to collect. It was someone with a similar
name. The collection
agency continued to try to collect the debt from him. After many months of
telling the collection
agency he was not the person that owed the debt this is what he did.
He tied up their phone lines. He put out an INTERNET page, distributed
flyers, etc that every
10th caller to the collection agency's phone number had a good chance of
winning 1 million
dollars if they call the phone number and keep them on the line for 3
minutes.
He told the local Right to Life organization that abortions are being
performed at the loan
collection company's office.
He found out where the people that work at the collection agency lived and
distributed leaflets in
the neighborhood that there may be a paroled child sex offender at their
address.
He found out who owned the building where the collection agency has their
office. He told the
building owners that if they did not terminate the collection agency's
lease he will complain to the
city that there were building code violations. He knew that any building
code inspector can
always find some violations that a building owner must fix and usually at
great cost. He knew a
building owner would not be happy about a building code inspector at their
building.
He told the local water authority and the E.P.A. that the collection agency
was dumping
hazardous waste down the drain and that their sewer should be capped to
protect public health.
He told the local police that he had heard that child pornography films
are being made at the
collection agency office.
He put an ad in the local paper that callers to the collection agency phone
numbers will get a free
massage and other services that will help a person relax. He was sure the
local police will be
interested in that ad. To make sure the police saw the ad, he mailed a
copy to the Chief of Police
and the mayor.
He went to the poorest section of town and left leaflets that said that a
company has agreed to
settlement of a class action suit for everyone that had drank Coke and that
the settlement requires
them to pay $1000 to everyone that files a claim and give the collection
agencies phone number.
He sent a letter to all union halls asking their members to support a
REDUCTION in the
minimum wage and gave the collection agency's phone number for people to
call in their support.
He posted leaflets at schools and college that several popular Punk Rock
bands were giving a
concert and free tickets were available at the collection agency's office.
He put an ad in the paper's social section inviting all Catholics to the
marriage of their Bishop and gave the collection agency' s address where
wedding gifts could be left.
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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
I plan to live forever. So far so good.
Sent: Saturday, September 08, 2001 11:34 AM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
SEPT 8, 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-MAIL. E-MAIL WITH ATTACHMENTS WILL NOT BE READ.
THANKS
BOB FORD
EDITOR
__________________________________________________ ____________________
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Low55chev@aol.com, INTERNET:Low55chev@aol.com
Looking for a few parts for car
55 Chevy 210 sedan 2 door
Need stainless trim at doors next to mirrors- whatever it's called- help
me!
It's the one your arm rests on while driving. Can't find a re-pop. No
dents-
I can polish.
Need the 2 lower L shaped corner stainless windshield trim pcs no dents- I
can polish.
Please e-mail me w/ prices at Steves55@chevytalk.com or
Steves55chevy@aol.com
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: "kenneth weinstein", INTERNET:kmw57@hotmail.com
Chevy 14 inch wheels (not 1957's, but will fit a 57)-$35 each, trackbars
from my 57 nomad 2/$35(can't ship them), radiator support that came off my
57--it is cut out for a 6 cylinder radiator,and has a 6 cylinder radiator
with it $100(including the radiator), wheelcovers 1955-67 4/$80,
SEATCOVERS aftermarket patterns, most are plaid vinyl $85/car, 1957 right
rear 1st generation bumper end rechromed $135, left rear taillite housing
excellent used $50
WANTED nos or perfect used 57 nomad exterior chrome\
64 elcamino,99% rustfree virginia car, 283, automatic, air,spotlight, all
original except corvette sport wheels trade for 56-8 chevy-no rustever and
driveable or sell for $6,900
ken weinstein
buffalo, ny
716-689-6888 nites
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To: "'BOB FORD'", BOB_FORD
From: "Glassoff, Marc", INTERNET:GlassoffMA@navair.navy.mil
Hi Bob-
This is for Mary regarding the 4-6-8 Caddy engine.
Indeed there was one and I had it on an 81 Sedan De Ville. That was the
only
year it was offered and was supposed to work as Mary described. Some did
work, but most had to disconnect the 4-6-8 mechanism so that it ran on 8
all
the time. It was a simple procedure of pulling a plug that went to the
transmission. I bought mine used and it ran great and got 21 mpg on the
highway until it needed a rebuild at 125k miles. Loved the car. Mary, you
get the steak.
As always Bob, great job on the list.
Marc Glassoff
Escondido, CA
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From: Ray Norton
To: jerry@laccc.com
I got your email address from the L.A. Classic Chevy Club website. I
attended several of your club functions
when I lived in Valencia. I have a 57 2dr. hardtop that I have owned since
78. I am planning on upgrading to disc brakes. Do you or any of your
members know where the disc brake parts come from? I am told the conversion
kits contain 68-72 Chevelle rotors, calipers and power booster. I would
like to purchase the spindles and misc. hardware from someone like Danchuk
and buy the Chevelle parts myself. I work for Carquest and can buy the
components pretty cheap. If you or any of your members can provide me with
some info, I would appreciate it greatly.
ThanksRay
Nortonnortr@mindspring.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Don & Sheila Janda, INTERNET:dnsjanda@webtv.net
I live in Palm Springs Calif. and just bought a 56 2 door 150 Post I am
going
to restore it but not totally original it will be more of a "street
machine".
The body is really pretty straight-it is going to require some body work,
we
are doing a "body off" and powder coating the frame and will replace all
necessary parts.
When I called a local company here that does the body work, paint etc.
without even seeing the car they said they usually aren't worth doing, but
they would take a look at it and give us an estimate.
What is your opinion on this.
Thanks
Colleen
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Sandra Scott", INTERNET:sandyscott@peoplepc.com
Fuely - An ampmeter will not show charge unless charge is needed on a low
battery and only momentarily, then it will drop to zero which is where it
should read all the time if it's normal.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Nomadcpa@aol.com, INTERNET:Nomadcpa@aol.com
Hi Bob:
The Cadillac V8-6-4 was in 1981. If you removed one wire, you would have a
decent full-time V-8. It was replaced by the HT-4100. The company I
worked
for at the time had one of each in El Dorados. The 81 was ok but the
HT-4100
blew the camshaft at 32000 miles and about every 12000 after that.
Sherwin Silver
Classic Chevys of Southern California
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: jeff schilp, INTERNET:chevyjeff@yahoo.com
Please post this as for sale items.
1. 57 Used front drum brakes and spindels. good shape.
best offer.
2. 57 used 3 speed tranny and shifter. best offer.
3. 57 driver side fender. some bondo. best offer
4. 82 corvette stock front spoiler excellent condition
three pieces. 150.00
5. 57 assorted delux heater parts box, blower,ect.
best offer.
These are located in the north Dallas area. I am
trying to make room in garage. Might let some go for
free. email chevyjeff@yahoo.com with questions or offers.
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:nortr@mindspring.com
CC: [unknown], INTERNET:jmull@sprintmail.com
CC: Bob Ford of LACCC, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:orb57@pacbell.net, INTERNET:orb57@pacbell.net
Ray, If you buy the spindles from Danchuck or another quality vendor,
the spindles are boxed with a list of vehicles from which the brake
calipers, pads, rotors and brakelines can be obtained. Make sure when
you buy the spindles that this list is in the box. I believe that during
the late 70's and early 80's, Chevy only used two sizes of caliper on
there cars. The dropped spindles I believe, require the smaller ones.
Note that when you buy the rotors, the studs come in both metric and
standard threads.
Have fun! LACCC Member, Bob Logan
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Curt & Carrie Hogan, INTERNET:hogan@cjnetworks.com
Bob,
Please pass this info on to the group.
I have a rack and pinion set up for 55-57 chevy for sale. This is a system
designed and fabricated by me because I did not like the CCI kit. This rack
bracket bolts through 8 drilled holes in the bottom of the crossmember and
does not hang as low as the CCI setup. Includes bracket, used rack with
inner tierod ends modified for, and included, original outer ends, CCI
billet steel steering arms, a new borgeson joint matched to rack and
mounting hardware. Price $450.00 including freight in cont.US
Curt Hogan
hogan@cjnetworks.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Mark C Bach, INTERNET:m_bach@juno.com
Ref the ticket scheme to overpay your fine I don't think it would work
here in AZ.
Most courts assess the fine and points when you appear or send in the
fine. However the money is separate from the points and the courts could
care less that you overpaid. It would be the same as if you overpaid
your water bill. They'll take your money and worry about the refund
later. So my suggestion is to go to driver's school and enjoy the class
to avoid the points.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Michael Zepperi", INTERNET:zepm@home.com
Hi BOB:
I just received a 57 chevy from my aunt in Arizona, and I'm confused. I't
doesn't say belair on it. I would like to know if all 57's are belair's.
OH,
would you put me on the list? thanks.
Editor note. In 1957 Chevy produced 4 models. The 150, 210, Bel Air ,
and Nomad.
BOB
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To: "Bob Ford of LACCC", BOB_FORD
From: "Jerry & Janet Mull", INTERNET:jmull@sprintmail.com
Hi Bob & Mary-
YES, Cadillac did have such a motor. As I recall it was during the Energy
Crunch of the Eighties, when Cadillac was trying to make a more fuel
efficient engine. 1981 to be exact. I remember a lady at my work who had
one and it was always in the Shop. It had alot of mechanical components
that could fail. Pretty great idea actually, and may come to pass in the
future. Just not reliable with the Eighties Technology available then.
Tell your motorhead Club members to get with it! HA! You deserve a free
meal for this one! -Jerry Mull LACCC president
See for details:
http://home.att.net/~michael.w.harris/cadillac/81ccat32.htm
p.s.- Hey, what do I get? A Big Mac? :>)
Editor's note. Definition of a Big Mac. Someone named Mac that eats a lot
of McDonald's food.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com, INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com
Hi Bob - If you are thinking about going with that set up I have used LOKAR
universal emergency cables in the past with good luck- Might be less
hassle-
good luck
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: "Tim Schmidt", INTERNET:tschmidt@fuse.net
Hi Bob.
I have a 57 Nomad that I bought in 1990. The car is modified some. It has
a 327 engine with the big heads, a Holley 600 carb, BW T-10 traney,
bucket seats and counsel from a 62 Supper Sprot. From the outside it looks
original because it is painted original color and no modifications have
been made to the body.
Now that you know of my car, here's my problem. The tailgate leaks water
bad. I am told that the upper rear glass on the tailgate needs to be
"rearched". I need to know who does this and how to get in touch with
them. All the weather strip on the tailgate is original (never been
replaced). I have new weather strip to put on but feel I should wait until
I get the tailgate fixed.
Any help on this would be great.
Tim Schmidt Cincinnati
e-mail tshcmidt@fuse.net
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:cases.chevy.parts@prodigy.net,
INTERNET:cases.chevy.parts@prodigy.net
We will be at the Auburn, IN. Kruse/ Ebay auction & swapmeet from August 30
~ Sept. 3. We will respond to your e-mail when we return. Thank you,
Case's Chevy Parts
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To: Bob Ford, BOB_FORD
From: "Dale D.", INTERNET:canyonrose@yahoo.com
>There is no hidden agenda on this list and it really
>is a non profit effort. BOB
Bob, you can't fool me! I know that in the long run
the list is LESS than non-profit, as it is costing you
a lot of time. Then there's the expense of the tapes
you send folks, and of course more time involved in
copying them. Also, I wouldn't discount your "hidden
agenda" of trying to help members better themselves
financially.
We can't thank you enough for this labor of love.
Take good care, -Delivery Dale
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com, INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com
MANY USED 55-57 CHEVY PARTS FOR SALE---> long center (3rd) floor brace
with
new ends welded in $90; '56 BelAir hardtop/Nomad sunvisors, light green
perforated vinyl $10pr; cowl tag for Sierra Gold/Abobe Beige '56 BelAir
4dr
sedan $15; cowl tag for solid Larkspur Blue '57 210 4dr wagon $10; '57
working 6cyl starter $25; '57 150 sedan upper quarter paint dividers
$40pr;
'57 150wagon upper quarter paint dividers $40pr; '56/'57 150 lower
windshield corner stainless $40pr; 210 2dr sedan beltline moldings, 4 pcs
$80; '55 210 4dr interior door panel stainless trim $25set; restored '55
210 4dr drivers' side quarter spear $50; pair of '55 210 4dr rear door
spears $35; complete '55/'56 210 steering wheel $50; pair of '55/'56 &
'56-'62 Corvette welded 15" wheels, blasted, powdercoated, and spin tested
$140; various side moldings for '57 BelAir/210 4dr sedan/wagon; 4dr sedan
quarter window garnish moldings $10pr. Shipping is extra.
Wyatt Smolick
Fleetwood, PA 19522
WSSmolick@aol.com
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Jo Soprarnos, INTERNET:younkk91@casron.net
Bob
I think you do have a hidden agenda for your list. Otherwise why would
you put out all of the time, effort, money on this list. Your hidden
agenda must be to help as many people as possible.
The video you sent me of Dick Clark's Beechnut show was priceless and it
was free. Thanks again. When I viewed it, I was a teenager again. What a
great feeling. Seeing Bill Haley, Buddy Holly, Jerry Lee Lewis, The Big
Bopper, The Everly Brother, The Beach Boys as they looked in the 50s was
the best thing I had seen in many years. When I told my husband, you were
sending me a 50s music video that was made in the 50s, he said that was
impossible because video recording did not exist then. When I got the
video, he enjoyed it as much as I did but he still wants to know how you
did it. Would you or a list member share the secret of how these videos of
old TV shows came to be made when video recording did not exist.
BOB, please don't edit out what follows. I know Bob and his lovely wife
Mary Ann personally and they are both very nice people. Lets do something
for him for a change. His birthday is September 26th. Lets flood his mail
box with birthday cards. His address is at the end of every list he sends
us.
Jo
Editor's note. Jo, I am not an electronics expert. Hopefully someone can
tell me if I am wrong but I believe before video recording was available,
something called a kinescope (sp) was made of TV shows. That was a process
of pointing a movie camera at a tv set. Now there is a process where you
can transfer a movie to a video cassette.
BOB
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bill Kautz", INTERNET:kautz@home.com
Hi All,
This is in response to Mary's question about the Cadillac 4-6-8 engine.
The 4-6-8 was a 368 cid engine and was offered in 1981 only, in the
DeVille, Brougham, and ElDorado, and optional in the Seville. It was rated
at 140 hp. The heart of the motor was an electro-mechanical system
developed by Eaton Corp. that opened and closed the valves on two or four
cylinders, depending on load conditions. It was a good idea but too complex
to be reliable. Cadillac continued to use it in their limos through 1984.
Hope this helps! WIld Bill
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Betty Ellis", INTERNET:bellis@4state.com
Bob: We continue to look for a 57 chevy convertible in repairable
condition. We enjoy your listings very much. My husband can work miracles
restoring a rust bucket into a beautiful car. Would even be interested in
just a 57 convertible body. Thanks Email me at bellis@4state.com or may
call anytime 620-848-3671 We live in Ks. Thanks Betty
Editor's note. I suggest you use www.traderonline.com e-mail
notification service. Just register what car you want and when one like it
is listed, you will get notified. The service is free.
BOB
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com, INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com
below is a bunch of fluff! nonsense and horse do-do.
what will happen is they will simply keep any extra money. so if you wish
to contribute money to the state go right ahead.
louis
> From: ken mueller ii, INTERNET:five7man@juno.com
>
> This system has been tried and it works in every state. (supposedly)
> If you get a speeding ticket or went thru a red light or whatever the
> case maybe, and your going to get p[oints on your license.
> This is the method to ensure that you DO NOT get the points.
> When you get your fine, send in a check to pay for it.
> If the fine is $79.00 make the check out for $82.00 or some small amount
> over the fine.
> The system will then have to send you back a check for the difference,
> however here is the trick.
> DO NOT CASH THE REFUND CHECK !! Throw it away !
> Points are not assessed to your license until all financial trans actions
> are complete.
> If you do not cash the check , then the transactions are NOT complete.
> The system has received its money and will no longer bother you.
> This information comes from an unmentionable computer company that sets
> up the standard databases used by every state.
>
> Note : I received this and find it hard to believe , has anyone else
> heard of this or if it works.
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com, INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com
Bob,
Your memory (on this one anyway!) is as sharp as usual. The 4-6-8 was based
on
about a 368 cubic inch version of the Caddy V8 and was offered for the '82
model
year only. The transitions from one mode to another, indeed, left something
to
be desired.
GM is about to try again shortly, but with a version based on the 6 liter
Chevy
small block that will go only from 4 to 8
cylinder operation.
Side note to Mary: Enjoy your dinner!
Roy N.
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FROM: Editor
As some of you might know, I teach classes in retirement planning. Several
years ago someone
brought the article below to class from the local paper. I thought you
might enjoy seeing it.
What do you think?
BOB
A man was being harassed by a bill collection agency. He told them he was
not the person that
owed the debt they were trying to collect. It was someone with a similar
name. The collection
agency continued to try to collect the debt from him. After many months of
telling the collection
agency he was not the person that owed the debt this is what he did.
He tied up their phone lines. He put out an INTERNET page, distributed
flyers, etc that every
10th caller to the collection agency's phone number had a good chance of
winning 1 million
dollars if they call the phone number and keep them on the line for 3
minutes.
He told the local Right to Life organization that abortions are being
performed at the loan
collection company's office.
He found out where the people that work at the collection agency lived and
distributed leaflets in
the neighborhood that there may be a paroled child sex offender at their
address.
He found out who owned the building where the collection agency has their
office. He told the
building owners that if they did not terminate the collection agency's
lease he will complain to the
city that there were building code violations. He knew that any building
code inspector can
always find some violations that a building owner must fix and usually at
great cost. He knew a
building owner would not be happy about a building code inspector at their
building.
He told the local water authority and the E.P.A. that the collection agency
was dumping
hazardous waste down the drain and that their sewer should be capped to
protect public health.
He told the local police that he had heard that child pornography films
are being made at the
collection agency office.
He put an ad in the local paper that callers to the collection agency phone
numbers will get a free
massage and other services that will help a person relax. He was sure the
local police will be
interested in that ad. To make sure the police saw the ad, he mailed a
copy to the Chief of Police
and the mayor.
He went to the poorest section of town and left leaflets that said that a
company has agreed to
settlement of a class action suit for everyone that had drank Coke and that
the settlement requires
them to pay $1000 to everyone that files a claim and give the collection
agencies phone number.
He sent a letter to all union halls asking their members to support a
REDUCTION in the
minimum wage and gave the collection agency's phone number for people to
call in their support.
He posted leaflets at schools and college that several popular Punk Rock
bands were giving a
concert and free tickets were available at the collection agency's office.
He put an ad in the paper's social section inviting all Catholics to the
marriage of their Bishop and gave the collection agency' s address where
wedding gifts could be left.
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BOB FORD
18091 MARK CIRCLE
VILLA PARK, CALIFORNIA 92861-2648
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I plan to live forever. So far so good.