TriChrome
03-07-2018, 12:45 AM
From: BOB FORD [BOB_FORD@compuserve.com]
Sent: Wednesday, October 24, 2001 11:22 AM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
OCT 24, 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:
Bob Ford, BOB_FORD
From: "Dale D.", INTERNET:canyonrose@yahoo.com
I am looking to purchase a 4-door wagon or sedan my
daughter can use as a daily driver. Will consider any
condition except show cars. Thanks and Happy
Motoring, -Delivery Dale
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com, INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com
Hi All:
Anyone out there looking for a 56 Belair sedan rear 3 piece bumper? I have
on in good cruise night quality for sale.
let me know - thanks
Lenny Schaeffer
Malden MA
D56chevy@aol.com
http://clubs.hemmings.com/bearingburners
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Mark C Bach, INTERNET:m_bach@juno.com
To Paul with the Buick Grill
No it is not a simple bolt in. You need to do some trimming on the grill
to get it to fit right. Somebody else on this list did it and we have
friend who swapped it in to. Also I think a support by the center of the
hood needs to be trimmed. Let me know if you'd like some pictures of the
car.
Mark in AZ
m_bach@juno.com
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: INTERNET:CALEBS22@aol.com, INTERNET:CALEBS22@aol.com
REMEMBER-
WHEN THE WORST THING YOU COULD DO AT SCHOOL WAS SMOKE IN THE BATHROOMS,
FLUNK
A TEST OR CHEW GUM. AND THE BANQUETS WERE IN THE CAFETERIA AND WE DANCED
TO
THE JUKE BOX LATER, AND ALL THE GIRLS WORE FLUFFY PASTEL GOWNS AND THE BOYS
WORE SUITS FOR
THE FIRST TIME AND WE WERE ALLOWED TO STAY OUT TILL 12PM.
WHEN A '57 CHEVY WAS EVERYONE'S DREAM CAR... TO CRUISE, PEEL OUT. LAY
RUBBER
AND WATCH DRAG RACES , AND PEOPLE WENT STEADY AND GIRLS WORE A CLASS RING
WITH AN INCH OF WRAPPED DENTAL FLOSS OR YARN COATED WITH PASTEL FROST NAIL
POLISH SO IT WOULD FIT HER FINGER.
AND NO ONE EVER ASKED WHERE THE CAR KEYS WERE 'CAUSE THEY WERE ALWAYS IN
THE
CAR, IN THE IGNITION, AND THE DOORS WERE NEVER LOCKED. AND YOU GOT IN BIG
TROUBLE IF YOU ACCIDENTALLY LOCKED THE DOORS AT HOME, SINCE NO ONE EVER HAD
A
KEY.
REMEMBER LYING ON YOUR BACK ON THE GRASS WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND SAYINS
THINGS
LIKE 'THAT CLOUDS LOOKS LIKE A ....
AND PLAYING BASEBALL WITH NO ADULTS TO HELP KIDS WITH THE RULES OF THE
GAME.
BACK THEN BASEBALL WAS NOT A PSYCHOLOGICAL GROUP LEARNING EXPERIENCE-IT WAS
A
GAME.
REMEMBER WHEN STUFF FROM THE STORE CAME WITH OUT SAFETY CAPS AND HERMETIC
SEALS 'CAUSE NO ONE HAD
YET TRIED TO POISON A PERFECT STRANGER.
AND..... WITH ALL OUR PROGRESS... DON'T YOU JUST WISH.. JUST ONCE.. YOU
COULD
SLIP BACK IN TIME AND SAVOR THE SLOWER PACE .....AND SHARE IT WITH THE
CHILDREN OF THE 80'S AND 90'S
SO SEND THIS ON TO SOMEONE WHO CAN STILL REMEMBER NANCY DREW, THE HARDY
BOYS, LAUREL AND HARDY, HOWDY DOODY AND THE PEANUT GALLERY, THE LONE RANGER
THE SHADOW KNOWS, NELLIE BELLE, ROY AND DALE. TRIGGER AND BUTTERMILK AS
WELL
AS THE SOUND OF A REAL MOWER ON SATURDAY MORNING, AND SUMMERS FILLED WITH
BIKE RIDES, PLAYING IN COWBOY LAND , BASEBALL GAMES, BOWLING AND VISITS TO
THE POOL... AND EATING KOOL-AID POWDER WITH SUGAR.
WHEN BEING SENT TO THE PRINCIPAL'S OFFICE WAS NOTHING COMPARED TO THE FATE
THAT AWAITED A MISBEHAVING STUDENT AT HOME. BASICALLY WE WERE IN FEAR OF
OUR
LIVES, BUT IT WASN'T BECAUSE OF DRIVE BY SHOOTINGS, DRUGS, GANGS, ETC.
OUR PARENTS AND GRANDPARENTS WERE A MUCH BIGGER THREAT! BUT WE ALL SURVIVED
BECAUSE THEIR LOVE WAS GREATER THAN THE THREAT.
DIDN'T THAT FEEL GOOD, JUST TO GO BACK AND SAY, YEAH , I REMEMBER THAT !!
AND
WAS IT REALLY THAT LONG AGO??
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To: "Bob Ford of LACCC", BOB_FORD
From: "Jerry & Janet Mull", INTERNET:jmull@sprintmail.com
Hi Bob! Just got this in our Club's e-mail bag. Anyone interested? If so
please contact them directly. -Jerry:>)
----- Original Message -----
From: Sbertchdds@aol.com
To: jerry@laccc.com
Sent: Sunday, October 21, 2001 3:29 AM
Subject: RE: Rose Parade
Hello,
My name is Dr. Steven M. Bertch. I am the antique car liaison for The
Pasadena Tournament of Roses. We are currently looking for convertible
cars to use in our parade for The Tournament President, The Grand Marshal,
and Pasadena's Mayor.
We are interested in classic convertible cars of any era.
Our current needs are for parties of between 4-9 riders. Any vehicle that
will accommodate our needs will be considered. I would like to obtain
digital or regular pictures plus contact information by November 1, 2001.
My address and phone number are:
Dr. Steven M. Bertch
221 E. Las Tunas Drive
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 287-0445
I you have any questions or comments please do not hesitate to call.
Please pass this information on to anyone who is interested. If your
vehicle is chosen we offer additional perks beyond international film
coverage. Thank you in advance for your efforts.
Sincerely,
Dr. Steven M. Bertch
Antique Automobile Liaison
Pasadena Tournament of Roses
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "talley", INTERNET:talley5@jps.net
Bob,
Thanks for all the time you spend on this List - could you please post:
PARTS FOR SALE
55 210 4dr full quarter panels, rust/dent free - still on car $150/ea (UPS
shipping if outside skin only)
55 & 56 left/right inner fenders $50 /ea;
55 left inner fender extension $25
55 6cyl rad support w/ panels $60,
55-7 deck lids, some surface rust inside/out, 6-8 to chose from
$100-200 ea (truck freight item) or I'll make a package deal on all of them
55-57 hood supports $50
57 hoods $100-150
55-57 Sedan Delivery Liftgate w/ glass & hinge cover $600
55,56,57 hood latches (each year is different) $25/ea
57 right rear bumper end, 1st series (ridge on top), super core $50
57 taillight assemblies (lenses, bulbs, pigtails, dust shields) super cores
$100/pr
57 210 right fender, rust free, needs body work
$150
Thanks for looking! Please contact me if you have questions:
talley5@jps.net
Bob Talley, 410 Pine Street, Yreka, CA 96097 (530) 842-4880 after 6PM
Pacific time.
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: H Spies, INTERNET:spies@nwflorida.net
If you want to hear the song that has been called 57 Chevy "National
Anthem"
surf to
http://www.gerryrowe.com/jukebox/music/bjspears.shtml
This is the Billie Jo Spears song.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:CHVYWAGON55@cs.com, INTERNET:CHVYWAGON55@cs.com
Hi Bob, I don't want to sound like everyone else, but I must.... Great
list,
I don't know how you find the time to do it, but I hope you never give it
up!
Bob, I'm still looking for a 55-59 CHEVY truck cab. Mine was T-boned, and
the
cab is too bad to repair. I am located in eastern Penna., and I don't mind
doing some driving to look at or pick one up if it is nice, and the price
is
right. I am not building a show truck, and it doesn't have to be perfect,
as
I can do repair work on it.
Thanks again
Don Szerencits
chvywagon55@cs.com
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:bellis@4state.com
To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com, INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com
Betty,
You state that you're still looking for "the back seat back rest for a '57
convertible". You then ask "will a 2 door hardtop work"?
I presume that you are referring to the rear seat back for a '57
convertible as
opposed to the rear seat cushion (which is the part that you sit on). The
seat
back from a 2 door hardtop is definitely NOT the same. The convertible rear
seat
is considerably narrower than that on the 2 door hardtop due to the room
required for packaging of the top folding mechanism. A rear seat back from
a '55
or '56 model Chevy convertible would also fit, as would one from a '55,
'56, or
'57 Pontiac - if you could find one of those!
Unfortunately, none are exactly common. If you can't find exactly what you
need
though, I do have a suggestion: find someone with a '57 convertible like
yours
and use their seat back for a pattern. A good trim shop should be able to
make
up a seat back frame assembly using components (seat back frame, springs,
retainers) scrounged from other cars and then upholster it. The key is to
know
the dimensions and exact configuration of the original which you are trying
to
duplicate.
You also state that you need the "rear quarter glass guides". I THINK I
know
what you are referring to, but am not absolutely sure. I don't have any
myself
regardless, but - for those folk who might be able to supply you - it would
probably help if you could use part #s or describe the parts a bit more
fully.
Hope some of the above is of some assistance.
Roy N.
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Sandra Scott", INTERNET:sandyscott@peoplepc.com
Regarding the hood springs - we bought brand new ones from Danchuk's and
they have worked perfectly. I can place the hood in any position we want
and
it will stay there. It moves easily with one finger. However, don't buy the
chrome or stainless springs. Ours are the black anodized. Hood stays in
position through vulcrum points and spring pressure, not through friction
or
lack thereof. For $17.70 plus shipping, your problem will be solved. Carl
&
Sandy
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: INTERNET:Sjrwonder@aol.com, INTERNET:Sjrwonder@aol.com
Anyway
A FANTASTIC web site for technical info of all kinds is: Marshall Brain's
www.howstuffworks.com
he has a tremendous library of great tutorials with great graphics, etc.
Written for everybody to understand.
I am sure you will enjoy it, if you do not already use it.
best regards...Steve Roth (55-57-list)
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:bellis@4state.com
CC: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Dave Hecker", INTERNET:dhecker@presenter.com
Betty,
I believe the convertible '57 Chevy seat back rest is narrower than the
hardtop to allow room for the convertible mechanism. If you can't find
an original seat or seat back rest, try glide engineering
http://www.glideeng.com/.
Thanks,
Dave Hecker
Vice President San Jose Classic Chevys
http://clubs.hemmings.com/sjcc
dhecker@presenter.com
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: "Mike Balliet", INTERNET:mballiet@home.com
----- Original Message -----
From: Mike Balliet
To: bob ford@compuserve.com
Sent: Friday, October 19, 2001 9:47 AM
Subject: Nomad numbers.
Hi Bob:
I own a 57 Nomad and was wondering if you knew how many are left?? If you
don't have this info, do you have any suggestions on where I might look.
Thanks,
Mike Balliet
Mission Viejo, CA
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:OLDCARS55@aol.com, INTERNET:OLDCARS55@aol.com
Bob,
As always, good to see your list on a regular basis.
Are we all forgetting Eric Clapton's song " Rock and Roll Heart" in which
he
exclaims: "I get off on '57 Chevies?"
It is ironic that someone would chime in with info about members of the
Grateful Dead growing up around '56 and '57 Chevies -- last week I picked
up
an old Grateful Dead tape at a used book store and shoved it into my
cassette
player. Since then I have thought about getting one of the little Deadhead
stickers for the lower corner of the passenger side of the windshield. I
have an old Thrush Woodie Woodpecker on the other side!
On a more serious matter, earlier in the week I installed a NOS headlamp
switch and a NOS Saginaw horn bearing-bushing for the top portion of my
steering column. The light switch went in like a snap -- the bearing
assembly was a little more difficult with all those damned turn signal
wires
in the way in the steering column mast jacket. While I had it apart I
found
out that one of the little metal ears that holds the turn signal housing
assembly in place had broken off. My buddy welded this in place for me
once
but I have found that must be only a temporary solution. Are these mast
jackets available separately? I know they must be a pain in the wazoo to
install. Guess I will have to be careful with the turn signals for a while
until I can find a replacement -- it rotates a little if you are not
careful.
I guess I have always known original parts are far superior to these repops
we have to abide from Danchuck and other sources. The NOS Delco Remy
headlamp switch operates with a decided, chunk, chunk when you pull it out.
And it appears the rheostat uses a different gauge wire so as to dim the
instrument lights to a lower luminescence than the aftermarket variety. I
touched up the paint on the outside clear plastic bezel -- it looks like
new.
The horn-bearing bushing, as seasoned fellows will note, is of a
completely
different design than the modern repops. Why in heaven's name don't they
again make this part out of brass instead of that cheap white metal and
plastic? I guess I have had about five or six of the new variety installed
in my steering column since getting my car in 1993. They are absolutely
junk! This one came in the original Saginaw envelope -- we will see how
long
this old codger will last -- the wire was a little stiff but it works just
fine. I was somewhat concerned that the smaller contact ring would not
work
with the new plunger but it is A-OK.
I am still looking for a pair of off-set inner, upper control arm rods for
my
front suspension. I contacted Rare Parts in California and they wanted to
know if I was a retail or wholesale customer? What difference does it
make?
Why do these jokers charge one set of prices to retail customers and
another
to mechanics? I have a good friend who runs a salvage yard here who would
order them for me for the discount but my question again is, why the
hassle?
The variety they have apparently gives you an additional 1 degree negative
camber instead of 1/2 degree as the MOOG parts do. Any experts on this
matter -- please contact me.
There apparently is also some controversy about these poly-graphite
bushings
available from Performance Suspension Technology of Montville, NJ. I am
serious about rebuilding my front end -- but this is a big, expensive job
and
I want to know if these things are worth the additional money one has to
shell out to pay for them vs. the old original performance type. I really
would like to get this from an expert who knows what they are talking
about.
One of my mechanic friends says it is getting harder and harder to find
good
front end mechanics around here. Is that the case in other parts of the
country?
Finally, it was good to read in this morning's paper that some guys here
are
trying to start an old Corvair club. It would be good to see a bunch of
these things going down the road together amidst the autumn foliage!
Regards to all,
David Scott Coker
1601 Western Hills Drive
Evansville, IN 47720
(812) 423-0403
oldcars55@aol.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:DPete57@aol.com, INTERNET:DPete57@aol.com
Bob, I know this is a little early but our club works on this year round.
The
San Jose Classic Chevy Club will host the 13th Annual Toy/Food Drive at
Cambrian Park Plaza Shopping Center in San Jose at the corner of
Camden&Union
Avenues. All proceeds go to the Santa Clara County
Childrens
Shelter and City Team Ministries. For Show information contact: Tom Antink
(408) 266-4952 or Joe Delgado (408)923-3408. If you wish to make a prize
donation please contact: Dennis Bird (408)942-3125 or Dick Cullins
(408)266-9247. The show is on Saturday December 1,2001,Rain or Shine and is
open to all makes,models,and years of cars. Please bring a new,unwrapped
Toy
and a non-perishable food item. We will have coffee&donuts for the
earlybirds. The raffle this year includes a Grand Prize of 3 Days,2 nights
in
Reno at the Hilton duing Hot August Nites,2002.
Last year we had over 275 cars attend and collected almost 3000 toys and
six
barrels of food. Thanks,Don Peterson, Historian,SJCCC
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bill Kautz", INTERNET:kautz@home.com
Hi Bob,
Would you please list the following parts for a friend of mine?
'56 5 piece front bumper, VG cond., $150. Edlebrock "Performer" intake
manifold for SB Chevy-$100. 2-3:73 open rears, one VG, second for parts or
rebuild, $150 for both. Will fit '55-'64 Chevy. Many other parts for '56
and other models. Baltimore Md. area. Call Bob Limerick @ 410-455-0352,
(evenings),for more info Thanks, Bob! Wild Bill
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Alamo Antiques", INTERNET:alamo@netins.net
BOB, YEP GOOD BOOK AS ARE HIS OTHER PUBLICATIONS. HIS BOARD GAME,
"CASHFLOW" COULD BE GREAT FOR SPOILED YOUNG ADULTS.
I ALSO RECOMMEND "THE MILLIONAIRE MIND" AND "THE MILLIONAIRE NEXT DOOR"
BOOKS BY THOMAS STANLEY.
RATHER THAN BUYING BOOKS NEW, I USE HALF.COM WEBSIGHT.
AMOS.
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Kenneth L Ogle", INTERNET:kenneth.ogle@gte.net
Hi Bob, this is for Jerry in Rome, GA. He wanted to know the engine ID for
the old 283, 'GF' code. First of all, he must get the date casting off the
rear of the block. 'GF' means different things for different years. For
instance, in 1955 it was a 265 cu in, 3 speed with AC, and in 1957 it was a
283, "terrible"-glide with fuel injection. The casting number will not
help since both 265 and 283's are '548' blocks.
Bob, keep up the good work and as always remember that 'GOD is Love and
even more', Ken
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com, INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com
here is a question for the baseball fans here:
what was ty cobb's uniform number?
louis
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "John Cain", INTERNET:john.cain@hunterlink.net.au
G'Day Bob, We Need a FULL SET OF BelAir STAINLESS MOULDINGS for the Top
of the Four (4) Doors
on a 1957 4/Door BelAir Station Wagon..If anyone out there has a Useable
Set
& would like to help out a couple of Aussie's Downunder, we could sure use
some help to Finish a Project..Clone...Also need both side
Quarter Panel Inserts at rear plus the Two Door Inserts to match ( 4 Pcs
all
told) off a Wagon rear side's
or a 4Door Sedan that we can Modify....Could also use a outside TAILGATE "
V " Gold or Silver...NOS or Good Used would do..Will pay Reasonable asking
Price Provided Seller can Pack & Post or UPS (we Pay Freight) To Los
Angeles- Orange County Area-- we can take care of same from there.. Please
reply email to
john.cain@hunterlink.net.au ...Thanks. John Cain. 19 Oct. 01.
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com, INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com
there was also a famous yankee ballplayer in the 40's(?) with a similar
last name - crossetti?
louis
> He had been an amateur welterweight boxer during the depression, under
the
> name "Kid Crochet". He started singing in 1934. Later, a band leader in
> Cleveland convinced him to change his name to Dean Martin. That was in
> 1940. Good thought!
>
> Don Kent
> Northridge, CA
> '57 2 dr. H.T.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:JKOCONNOR@aol.com, INTERNET:JKOCONNOR@aol.com
Hi Bob & all. For Paul & the wide whites. There is a tire dealer in SC
called Diamond Back or something similar that may have what you want. He
will galvanize a wide white wall on any tire of your choosing & prices are
comparable to Coker. I have seen them on a couple of '34 F---- coupe
street
rods (big & littles) & they look good. I have Coker radial WWW on my '55
Sport Coupe & love 'em. Have set of BFG 6.70 x 15 WWW w/800 miles for
sale.
Jim
Raeford, NC
jkoconnor@aol.com
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:gary.w.krier@gm.com, INTERNET:gary.w.krier@gm.com
Gary Krier, Shelby Township, MI
Thanks to all who responded to my call for a '56 PG Steering column. I
have
located the steering bowl I need to replace and I think I will be OK with
replacing that component only. Hopefully, there will not be any other
problems
in repairing the existing column once I pull the wheel off and get started
on
the project. Got to try to finish it before the cold weather limits my work
time
in the garage.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
To Paul,
I certainly would NOT use white wall paint!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I used
it
back in 1956 to paint the tires on my 1st car (48 Chevy coupe) & they
turned
YELLOW before the week was up!!!!!!!!!!!!! I didn't know they STILL made
that
"white wall paint" !!!! I've seen 4 " white walls on other older cars,
so
I know they're still available, buy I don't know who sells them!??????
Sorry, Richard
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FROM: Editor
Dead Man's Brakes were used in what type of transportation? What did they
do and is a modern version still in use? The company that made our
TriFives also was the leading maker of these vehicles.
BOB
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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: Wednesday, October 24, 2001 11:22 AM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
OCT 24, 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:
Bob Ford, BOB_FORD
From: "Dale D.", INTERNET:canyonrose@yahoo.com
I am looking to purchase a 4-door wagon or sedan my
daughter can use as a daily driver. Will consider any
condition except show cars. Thanks and Happy
Motoring, -Delivery Dale
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com, INTERNET:D56CHEVY@aol.com
Hi All:
Anyone out there looking for a 56 Belair sedan rear 3 piece bumper? I have
on in good cruise night quality for sale.
let me know - thanks
Lenny Schaeffer
Malden MA
D56chevy@aol.com
http://clubs.hemmings.com/bearingburners
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Mark C Bach, INTERNET:m_bach@juno.com
To Paul with the Buick Grill
No it is not a simple bolt in. You need to do some trimming on the grill
to get it to fit right. Somebody else on this list did it and we have
friend who swapped it in to. Also I think a support by the center of the
hood needs to be trimmed. Let me know if you'd like some pictures of the
car.
Mark in AZ
m_bach@juno.com
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: INTERNET:CALEBS22@aol.com, INTERNET:CALEBS22@aol.com
REMEMBER-
WHEN THE WORST THING YOU COULD DO AT SCHOOL WAS SMOKE IN THE BATHROOMS,
FLUNK
A TEST OR CHEW GUM. AND THE BANQUETS WERE IN THE CAFETERIA AND WE DANCED
TO
THE JUKE BOX LATER, AND ALL THE GIRLS WORE FLUFFY PASTEL GOWNS AND THE BOYS
WORE SUITS FOR
THE FIRST TIME AND WE WERE ALLOWED TO STAY OUT TILL 12PM.
WHEN A '57 CHEVY WAS EVERYONE'S DREAM CAR... TO CRUISE, PEEL OUT. LAY
RUBBER
AND WATCH DRAG RACES , AND PEOPLE WENT STEADY AND GIRLS WORE A CLASS RING
WITH AN INCH OF WRAPPED DENTAL FLOSS OR YARN COATED WITH PASTEL FROST NAIL
POLISH SO IT WOULD FIT HER FINGER.
AND NO ONE EVER ASKED WHERE THE CAR KEYS WERE 'CAUSE THEY WERE ALWAYS IN
THE
CAR, IN THE IGNITION, AND THE DOORS WERE NEVER LOCKED. AND YOU GOT IN BIG
TROUBLE IF YOU ACCIDENTALLY LOCKED THE DOORS AT HOME, SINCE NO ONE EVER HAD
A
KEY.
REMEMBER LYING ON YOUR BACK ON THE GRASS WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND SAYINS
THINGS
LIKE 'THAT CLOUDS LOOKS LIKE A ....
AND PLAYING BASEBALL WITH NO ADULTS TO HELP KIDS WITH THE RULES OF THE
GAME.
BACK THEN BASEBALL WAS NOT A PSYCHOLOGICAL GROUP LEARNING EXPERIENCE-IT WAS
A
GAME.
REMEMBER WHEN STUFF FROM THE STORE CAME WITH OUT SAFETY CAPS AND HERMETIC
SEALS 'CAUSE NO ONE HAD
YET TRIED TO POISON A PERFECT STRANGER.
AND..... WITH ALL OUR PROGRESS... DON'T YOU JUST WISH.. JUST ONCE.. YOU
COULD
SLIP BACK IN TIME AND SAVOR THE SLOWER PACE .....AND SHARE IT WITH THE
CHILDREN OF THE 80'S AND 90'S
SO SEND THIS ON TO SOMEONE WHO CAN STILL REMEMBER NANCY DREW, THE HARDY
BOYS, LAUREL AND HARDY, HOWDY DOODY AND THE PEANUT GALLERY, THE LONE RANGER
THE SHADOW KNOWS, NELLIE BELLE, ROY AND DALE. TRIGGER AND BUTTERMILK AS
WELL
AS THE SOUND OF A REAL MOWER ON SATURDAY MORNING, AND SUMMERS FILLED WITH
BIKE RIDES, PLAYING IN COWBOY LAND , BASEBALL GAMES, BOWLING AND VISITS TO
THE POOL... AND EATING KOOL-AID POWDER WITH SUGAR.
WHEN BEING SENT TO THE PRINCIPAL'S OFFICE WAS NOTHING COMPARED TO THE FATE
THAT AWAITED A MISBEHAVING STUDENT AT HOME. BASICALLY WE WERE IN FEAR OF
OUR
LIVES, BUT IT WASN'T BECAUSE OF DRIVE BY SHOOTINGS, DRUGS, GANGS, ETC.
OUR PARENTS AND GRANDPARENTS WERE A MUCH BIGGER THREAT! BUT WE ALL SURVIVED
BECAUSE THEIR LOVE WAS GREATER THAN THE THREAT.
DIDN'T THAT FEEL GOOD, JUST TO GO BACK AND SAY, YEAH , I REMEMBER THAT !!
AND
WAS IT REALLY THAT LONG AGO??
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To: "Bob Ford of LACCC", BOB_FORD
From: "Jerry & Janet Mull", INTERNET:jmull@sprintmail.com
Hi Bob! Just got this in our Club's e-mail bag. Anyone interested? If so
please contact them directly. -Jerry:>)
----- Original Message -----
From: Sbertchdds@aol.com
To: jerry@laccc.com
Sent: Sunday, October 21, 2001 3:29 AM
Subject: RE: Rose Parade
Hello,
My name is Dr. Steven M. Bertch. I am the antique car liaison for The
Pasadena Tournament of Roses. We are currently looking for convertible
cars to use in our parade for The Tournament President, The Grand Marshal,
and Pasadena's Mayor.
We are interested in classic convertible cars of any era.
Our current needs are for parties of between 4-9 riders. Any vehicle that
will accommodate our needs will be considered. I would like to obtain
digital or regular pictures plus contact information by November 1, 2001.
My address and phone number are:
Dr. Steven M. Bertch
221 E. Las Tunas Drive
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 287-0445
I you have any questions or comments please do not hesitate to call.
Please pass this information on to anyone who is interested. If your
vehicle is chosen we offer additional perks beyond international film
coverage. Thank you in advance for your efforts.
Sincerely,
Dr. Steven M. Bertch
Antique Automobile Liaison
Pasadena Tournament of Roses
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "talley", INTERNET:talley5@jps.net
Bob,
Thanks for all the time you spend on this List - could you please post:
PARTS FOR SALE
55 210 4dr full quarter panels, rust/dent free - still on car $150/ea (UPS
shipping if outside skin only)
55 & 56 left/right inner fenders $50 /ea;
55 left inner fender extension $25
55 6cyl rad support w/ panels $60,
55-7 deck lids, some surface rust inside/out, 6-8 to chose from
$100-200 ea (truck freight item) or I'll make a package deal on all of them
55-57 hood supports $50
57 hoods $100-150
55-57 Sedan Delivery Liftgate w/ glass & hinge cover $600
55,56,57 hood latches (each year is different) $25/ea
57 right rear bumper end, 1st series (ridge on top), super core $50
57 taillight assemblies (lenses, bulbs, pigtails, dust shields) super cores
$100/pr
57 210 right fender, rust free, needs body work
$150
Thanks for looking! Please contact me if you have questions:
talley5@jps.net
Bob Talley, 410 Pine Street, Yreka, CA 96097 (530) 842-4880 after 6PM
Pacific time.
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: H Spies, INTERNET:spies@nwflorida.net
If you want to hear the song that has been called 57 Chevy "National
Anthem"
surf to
http://www.gerryrowe.com/jukebox/music/bjspears.shtml
This is the Billie Jo Spears song.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:CHVYWAGON55@cs.com, INTERNET:CHVYWAGON55@cs.com
Hi Bob, I don't want to sound like everyone else, but I must.... Great
list,
I don't know how you find the time to do it, but I hope you never give it
up!
Bob, I'm still looking for a 55-59 CHEVY truck cab. Mine was T-boned, and
the
cab is too bad to repair. I am located in eastern Penna., and I don't mind
doing some driving to look at or pick one up if it is nice, and the price
is
right. I am not building a show truck, and it doesn't have to be perfect,
as
I can do repair work on it.
Thanks again
Don Szerencits
chvywagon55@cs.com
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:bellis@4state.com
To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com, INTERNET:roy.r.nagel@gm.com
Betty,
You state that you're still looking for "the back seat back rest for a '57
convertible". You then ask "will a 2 door hardtop work"?
I presume that you are referring to the rear seat back for a '57
convertible as
opposed to the rear seat cushion (which is the part that you sit on). The
seat
back from a 2 door hardtop is definitely NOT the same. The convertible rear
seat
is considerably narrower than that on the 2 door hardtop due to the room
required for packaging of the top folding mechanism. A rear seat back from
a '55
or '56 model Chevy convertible would also fit, as would one from a '55,
'56, or
'57 Pontiac - if you could find one of those!
Unfortunately, none are exactly common. If you can't find exactly what you
need
though, I do have a suggestion: find someone with a '57 convertible like
yours
and use their seat back for a pattern. A good trim shop should be able to
make
up a seat back frame assembly using components (seat back frame, springs,
retainers) scrounged from other cars and then upholster it. The key is to
know
the dimensions and exact configuration of the original which you are trying
to
duplicate.
You also state that you need the "rear quarter glass guides". I THINK I
know
what you are referring to, but am not absolutely sure. I don't have any
myself
regardless, but - for those folk who might be able to supply you - it would
probably help if you could use part #s or describe the parts a bit more
fully.
Hope some of the above is of some assistance.
Roy N.
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Sandra Scott", INTERNET:sandyscott@peoplepc.com
Regarding the hood springs - we bought brand new ones from Danchuk's and
they have worked perfectly. I can place the hood in any position we want
and
it will stay there. It moves easily with one finger. However, don't buy the
chrome or stainless springs. Ours are the black anodized. Hood stays in
position through vulcrum points and spring pressure, not through friction
or
lack thereof. For $17.70 plus shipping, your problem will be solved. Carl
&
Sandy
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: INTERNET:Sjrwonder@aol.com, INTERNET:Sjrwonder@aol.com
Anyway
A FANTASTIC web site for technical info of all kinds is: Marshall Brain's
www.howstuffworks.com
he has a tremendous library of great tutorials with great graphics, etc.
Written for everybody to understand.
I am sure you will enjoy it, if you do not already use it.
best regards...Steve Roth (55-57-list)
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:bellis@4state.com
CC: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Dave Hecker", INTERNET:dhecker@presenter.com
Betty,
I believe the convertible '57 Chevy seat back rest is narrower than the
hardtop to allow room for the convertible mechanism. If you can't find
an original seat or seat back rest, try glide engineering
http://www.glideeng.com/.
Thanks,
Dave Hecker
Vice President San Jose Classic Chevys
http://clubs.hemmings.com/sjcc
dhecker@presenter.com
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: "Mike Balliet", INTERNET:mballiet@home.com
----- Original Message -----
From: Mike Balliet
To: bob ford@compuserve.com
Sent: Friday, October 19, 2001 9:47 AM
Subject: Nomad numbers.
Hi Bob:
I own a 57 Nomad and was wondering if you knew how many are left?? If you
don't have this info, do you have any suggestions on where I might look.
Thanks,
Mike Balliet
Mission Viejo, CA
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:OLDCARS55@aol.com, INTERNET:OLDCARS55@aol.com
Bob,
As always, good to see your list on a regular basis.
Are we all forgetting Eric Clapton's song " Rock and Roll Heart" in which
he
exclaims: "I get off on '57 Chevies?"
It is ironic that someone would chime in with info about members of the
Grateful Dead growing up around '56 and '57 Chevies -- last week I picked
up
an old Grateful Dead tape at a used book store and shoved it into my
cassette
player. Since then I have thought about getting one of the little Deadhead
stickers for the lower corner of the passenger side of the windshield. I
have an old Thrush Woodie Woodpecker on the other side!
On a more serious matter, earlier in the week I installed a NOS headlamp
switch and a NOS Saginaw horn bearing-bushing for the top portion of my
steering column. The light switch went in like a snap -- the bearing
assembly was a little more difficult with all those damned turn signal
wires
in the way in the steering column mast jacket. While I had it apart I
found
out that one of the little metal ears that holds the turn signal housing
assembly in place had broken off. My buddy welded this in place for me
once
but I have found that must be only a temporary solution. Are these mast
jackets available separately? I know they must be a pain in the wazoo to
install. Guess I will have to be careful with the turn signals for a while
until I can find a replacement -- it rotates a little if you are not
careful.
I guess I have always known original parts are far superior to these repops
we have to abide from Danchuck and other sources. The NOS Delco Remy
headlamp switch operates with a decided, chunk, chunk when you pull it out.
And it appears the rheostat uses a different gauge wire so as to dim the
instrument lights to a lower luminescence than the aftermarket variety. I
touched up the paint on the outside clear plastic bezel -- it looks like
new.
The horn-bearing bushing, as seasoned fellows will note, is of a
completely
different design than the modern repops. Why in heaven's name don't they
again make this part out of brass instead of that cheap white metal and
plastic? I guess I have had about five or six of the new variety installed
in my steering column since getting my car in 1993. They are absolutely
junk! This one came in the original Saginaw envelope -- we will see how
long
this old codger will last -- the wire was a little stiff but it works just
fine. I was somewhat concerned that the smaller contact ring would not
work
with the new plunger but it is A-OK.
I am still looking for a pair of off-set inner, upper control arm rods for
my
front suspension. I contacted Rare Parts in California and they wanted to
know if I was a retail or wholesale customer? What difference does it
make?
Why do these jokers charge one set of prices to retail customers and
another
to mechanics? I have a good friend who runs a salvage yard here who would
order them for me for the discount but my question again is, why the
hassle?
The variety they have apparently gives you an additional 1 degree negative
camber instead of 1/2 degree as the MOOG parts do. Any experts on this
matter -- please contact me.
There apparently is also some controversy about these poly-graphite
bushings
available from Performance Suspension Technology of Montville, NJ. I am
serious about rebuilding my front end -- but this is a big, expensive job
and
I want to know if these things are worth the additional money one has to
shell out to pay for them vs. the old original performance type. I really
would like to get this from an expert who knows what they are talking
about.
One of my mechanic friends says it is getting harder and harder to find
good
front end mechanics around here. Is that the case in other parts of the
country?
Finally, it was good to read in this morning's paper that some guys here
are
trying to start an old Corvair club. It would be good to see a bunch of
these things going down the road together amidst the autumn foliage!
Regards to all,
David Scott Coker
1601 Western Hills Drive
Evansville, IN 47720
(812) 423-0403
oldcars55@aol.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:DPete57@aol.com, INTERNET:DPete57@aol.com
Bob, I know this is a little early but our club works on this year round.
The
San Jose Classic Chevy Club will host the 13th Annual Toy/Food Drive at
Cambrian Park Plaza Shopping Center in San Jose at the corner of
Camden&Union
Avenues. All proceeds go to the Santa Clara County
Childrens
Shelter and City Team Ministries. For Show information contact: Tom Antink
(408) 266-4952 or Joe Delgado (408)923-3408. If you wish to make a prize
donation please contact: Dennis Bird (408)942-3125 or Dick Cullins
(408)266-9247. The show is on Saturday December 1,2001,Rain or Shine and is
open to all makes,models,and years of cars. Please bring a new,unwrapped
Toy
and a non-perishable food item. We will have coffee&donuts for the
earlybirds. The raffle this year includes a Grand Prize of 3 Days,2 nights
in
Reno at the Hilton duing Hot August Nites,2002.
Last year we had over 275 cars attend and collected almost 3000 toys and
six
barrels of food. Thanks,Don Peterson, Historian,SJCCC
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bill Kautz", INTERNET:kautz@home.com
Hi Bob,
Would you please list the following parts for a friend of mine?
'56 5 piece front bumper, VG cond., $150. Edlebrock "Performer" intake
manifold for SB Chevy-$100. 2-3:73 open rears, one VG, second for parts or
rebuild, $150 for both. Will fit '55-'64 Chevy. Many other parts for '56
and other models. Baltimore Md. area. Call Bob Limerick @ 410-455-0352,
(evenings),for more info Thanks, Bob! Wild Bill
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Alamo Antiques", INTERNET:alamo@netins.net
BOB, YEP GOOD BOOK AS ARE HIS OTHER PUBLICATIONS. HIS BOARD GAME,
"CASHFLOW" COULD BE GREAT FOR SPOILED YOUNG ADULTS.
I ALSO RECOMMEND "THE MILLIONAIRE MIND" AND "THE MILLIONAIRE NEXT DOOR"
BOOKS BY THOMAS STANLEY.
RATHER THAN BUYING BOOKS NEW, I USE HALF.COM WEBSIGHT.
AMOS.
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Kenneth L Ogle", INTERNET:kenneth.ogle@gte.net
Hi Bob, this is for Jerry in Rome, GA. He wanted to know the engine ID for
the old 283, 'GF' code. First of all, he must get the date casting off the
rear of the block. 'GF' means different things for different years. For
instance, in 1955 it was a 265 cu in, 3 speed with AC, and in 1957 it was a
283, "terrible"-glide with fuel injection. The casting number will not
help since both 265 and 283's are '548' blocks.
Bob, keep up the good work and as always remember that 'GOD is Love and
even more', Ken
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com, INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com
here is a question for the baseball fans here:
what was ty cobb's uniform number?
louis
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "John Cain", INTERNET:john.cain@hunterlink.net.au
G'Day Bob, We Need a FULL SET OF BelAir STAINLESS MOULDINGS for the Top
of the Four (4) Doors
on a 1957 4/Door BelAir Station Wagon..If anyone out there has a Useable
Set
& would like to help out a couple of Aussie's Downunder, we could sure use
some help to Finish a Project..Clone...Also need both side
Quarter Panel Inserts at rear plus the Two Door Inserts to match ( 4 Pcs
all
told) off a Wagon rear side's
or a 4Door Sedan that we can Modify....Could also use a outside TAILGATE "
V " Gold or Silver...NOS or Good Used would do..Will pay Reasonable asking
Price Provided Seller can Pack & Post or UPS (we Pay Freight) To Los
Angeles- Orange County Area-- we can take care of same from there.. Please
reply email to
john.cain@hunterlink.net.au ...Thanks. John Cain. 19 Oct. 01.
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com, INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com
there was also a famous yankee ballplayer in the 40's(?) with a similar
last name - crossetti?
louis
> He had been an amateur welterweight boxer during the depression, under
the
> name "Kid Crochet". He started singing in 1934. Later, a band leader in
> Cleveland convinced him to change his name to Dean Martin. That was in
> 1940. Good thought!
>
> Don Kent
> Northridge, CA
> '57 2 dr. H.T.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:JKOCONNOR@aol.com, INTERNET:JKOCONNOR@aol.com
Hi Bob & all. For Paul & the wide whites. There is a tire dealer in SC
called Diamond Back or something similar that may have what you want. He
will galvanize a wide white wall on any tire of your choosing & prices are
comparable to Coker. I have seen them on a couple of '34 F---- coupe
street
rods (big & littles) & they look good. I have Coker radial WWW on my '55
Sport Coupe & love 'em. Have set of BFG 6.70 x 15 WWW w/800 miles for
sale.
Jim
Raeford, NC
jkoconnor@aol.com
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:gary.w.krier@gm.com, INTERNET:gary.w.krier@gm.com
Gary Krier, Shelby Township, MI
Thanks to all who responded to my call for a '56 PG Steering column. I
have
located the steering bowl I need to replace and I think I will be OK with
replacing that component only. Hopefully, there will not be any other
problems
in repairing the existing column once I pull the wheel off and get started
on
the project. Got to try to finish it before the cold weather limits my work
time
in the garage.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
To Paul,
I certainly would NOT use white wall paint!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I used
it
back in 1956 to paint the tires on my 1st car (48 Chevy coupe) & they
turned
YELLOW before the week was up!!!!!!!!!!!!! I didn't know they STILL made
that
"white wall paint" !!!! I've seen 4 " white walls on other older cars,
so
I know they're still available, buy I don't know who sells them!??????
Sorry, Richard
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FROM: Editor
Dead Man's Brakes were used in what type of transportation? What did they
do and is a modern version still in use? The company that made our
TriFives also was the leading maker of these vehicles.
BOB
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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
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I plan to live forever. So far so good.