From: BOB FORD [BOB_FORD@compuserve.com]
Sent: Saturday, December 08, 2001 6:52 AM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
DEC 7, 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: "EMORY BISHOP", INTERNET:ebishop@san.rr.com
Hi Bob:
Please run the following:
I need some help locating a 55-57 powerglide transmission flex plate with a
good ring gear attached. The ring gear on my flex plate is worn out,
chewed up, knife edged and not usable. I had the trans overhauled but
can't locate a new or good used flex plate. Can someone out there help me?
Thanks
EMORY BISHOP
10340 EL HONCHO PL.
SAN DIEGO,CA. 92124
858-569-0582
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: roy carson, INTERNET:uscn@met.net
Bob
This is for the real old timers. The recent mention of Crosleys brings to
mind this question. What
was unique about the gas gauge on a Crosley?
ROY
Editor's note. Being and old timer, I should know the answer to that
question. I think what was unique about the gas gauge on a Crosley was it
didn't have one. As I recall, there was a piece of metal on the gas cap
that had markings on it for the number of gallons in the tank. Anyone know
for sure?
BOB
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: Bill Addy, INTERNET:badd@swbell.net
Bob,
I'm looking for a web site that can give me additional info. on my '57
Chevy Belair. I have the Vin#, Style and Body #'s. Are any available that
your aware of and thanks for your help.
Regards,
Bill Addy
badd@swbell.net
----------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Browser521@aol.com, INTERNET:Browser521@aol.com
I am installing 210 trim on a 150 two door sedan. Does anyone know the
exact
location of the quarter trim? I can align the front edge with the 150 trim,
but I'm unsure exactly where to drill the holes for the clips. It would be
useful to know the exact vertical distance from the bottom of one of the
letters of the "Chevrolet" emblem to the centerline of the quarter trim.
Also. are the holes for the beltline trim on the top edge of the ridge that
runs under the trim? I'd appreciate any help anyone can offer. Also, while
I'm asking, is anyone aware of an original Delray with india ivory/ nassau
blue exterior coupled with a turquoise interior? Thanks, David Browe
--------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:McGillis@aol.com, INTERNET:McGillis@aol.com
Is there a battery expert on the list? Most of us would probably like to
know about this.
The 12V battery in my daily driver is 39 months old. Experience has taught
me that batteries die shortly after 36 months, no matter what the guarantee
says. Is there any reason not to just replace it and save the trouble of
having it die away from home?
The 6V battery in my 1936 Chevy pickup is 5 years old, should I replace it?
Years ago batteries seemed to fail slowly over a period of days, now it is
always a surprise and away from home. Is there a way to tell when a
battery
is nearing end of life?
Thanks,
Dennis McGillis
1936 Lowcab (36 TRUCK)
1955 Cameo (V8 CAMEO)
Vintage Chevrolet Club of America
Orange County (CA) Region
949-551-4821 phone
949-551-1162 fax
----------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:GremlinGTs@aol.com, INTERNET:GremlinGTs@aol.com
Heard one on my fiancee's Road Music tape, by multiple artists, all car
and truck songs. the song is called " One foot on the pedal ( , one foot in
the grave..." ), the artist is Tracy Laurence. Its from a NASCAR cd called
"Hotter than Asphalt" . The one sentence sings " I drove a '57 Chevy to the
bottom of a lake"...basically a hard ridin' man! Was 17 by the time he was
10...LOL! Good song, good tape! If you want nothin' but road songs about
cars
and drivin', this is a GOOD one! I highly recommend it, my fiancee loves
it,
she used to drive a mini-stock race car in Texas about 6 years ago.
Anyway, add that to your list of songs with '57 Chevies in it.
Jerry Casper
'57 Chevy 4-dr, '55 Suburban
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Nomadcpa@aol.com, INTERNET:Nomadcpa@aol.com
To all list users with an interest in the El Morocco:
There is an excellent article in the September 1956 issue of Motor Trend.
Sherwin Silver
Classic Chevys of Southern California
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Cruzr55210@aol.com, INTERNET:Cruzr55210@aol.com
Does anyone out there know where I can get a mirror resilvered?
Thanks, Joe Willman
Cruzr55210@aol.com
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To: [unknown], Bob_Ford
From: "Loal W. Phipps", INTERNET:vernon@apex2000.net
Bob, not long after you ran the following ad for me, my computer crashed
and I lost the addesses of several of the people who had responded to me.
Could you please repost it for me in hopes they will respond once again?
Thanks Bob. Appreciate your hard work on the list. Loal Phipps
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: From: Loal W. Phipps <vernon@apex2000.net>
: To: BOB_FORD@COMPUSERVE.COM
: Subject: 57 For Sale
: Date: Monday, November 26, 2001 6:12 PM
:
: Bob, I would like to list a car for a friend of mine. 1957 Chevy Bel-Air
2
: door hardtop. This car has less than 40k actual miles and is very
original.
: Black with white top and original black and red interior. Has 283,
: powerglide, factory power steering and power brakes. Dual rear antennas.
: Continental kit. Wide white wall tires and spinner hub caps. Fender
skirts
: and spotlight. Electric wipers. Very straight and solid. Needs some
: restoration to be show quality but is super, super nice and I feel worth
: much more than the $24,000 he is asking. If I didn't already have more
: projects than I can take care of myself, I'd buy it. Located in western
: Texas. Email me for picts or for more info. vernon@apex2000.net.
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Betty Ellis", INTERNET:bellis@4state.com
Would you please email me a list of the mouldings you have for sale. am
restoring a 57 chevy convertible. Thanks Betty
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com, INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com
Anyone need a '55/'56 Nomad/6 passenger station wagon gas tank? I've got
one, but it's going to need repair. It has rust-through in the same spot
under the mounting straps. Other than those two spots, it's good, and the
inside is still shiny. It's been dry since 1994, so welding is not a
problem
(no hint of gasoline smell). $20 takes it. If it doesn't sell, it goes to
the scrapyard. Shipping is additional.
Wyatt Smolick
Fleetwood, PA
WSSmolick@aol.com
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: Jason Kerry, INTERNET:jkerry@minco.com
Bob
I hope you can give me some information. Just today I received a notice
that I am inheriting a 55
Corvette from my great uncle. On the papers I got, it is described as a
55 Corvette with a 6
cylinder motor. My great uncle knew I was "into" cars so I guess this is
why I am getting the
car.
Could this description be correct. I find it hard to believe that a
Corvette ever had a 6 cylinder
engine. I can't imagine anyone taking out a V8 from a Corvette and
putting in a 6. Would this
car be valuable.
Jason
Editor's note. Jason, most people do not know that the first Corvettes had
6 cylinder motors.
There was a good reason for this. It was not until 1955 that Chevy had a
V8 motor. If the car
has a large gold V in the word Chevrolet on the front fenders then it came
out of the factory as a
V8. It would take a very unusual person to take the V8 out of a Corvette
and put in a 6. If the
car does NOT have the V in the word Chevrolet on the front fenders and it
does have a 6 cylinder
motor, you will have a very very rare cars that would be worth a lot of
money. I think the 6 in
1955 had a 6 volt electrical system but I am not sure. Any list member
know.?
I suggest you join a local Corvette car club. Also get an appraisal before
you insure it so you will know how much to insure it for.
BOB
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: INTERNET
56CHEVY@aol.com, INTERNET56CHEVY@aol.com
Hi Bob and all: Received this email request via my car clib email: PLEASE
READ:
Eileen John is looking for a mint 1956 CHevy hardtop for her boss's wife
for XMAS (yes REALLY). He will pay 'whatever it takes' for her new 56
vehicle. They are in Penneslvania but will travel if needed. It is a
surprise for his wife.
Of you have a beautiful 56 Chevy to sell,please contact Eileen at the
numbers below ASAP:
Office 570-283-6321 and cell # is 570-357-4377.
Thank you so much for your help.
Eileen John
thanks!
Lenny Schaeffer
Bearing Burners CAr Club of MA
781-397-1322
Malden MA
D56chevy@aol.com
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "talley", INTERNET:talley5@jps.net
Bob,
Could you please post. Thanks.
USED PARTS FOR SALE:
57 right rear bumper end, 1st series, nice $50
57 tailight housings, lenses, bulbs, pigtail, dust shields, complete,
scrape
on one, good shine, good for driver car or great cores for rechrome
pr $100
57 fenders, lefts ONLY, 20 year collection to choose from, stored inside,
minor rust & dents - no rust & dents $100-$400
Bob Talley, Yreka, CA (530) 842-4880 eves 6-11 Pacific or email:
talley5@jps.net
57 BA 2 dr HT (2)
57, 59 Sedan Deliverys
57 210 4 dr SW
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Jim/Carolyn Wheeler", INTERNET:56chevrolet@email.msn.com
This is regarding the inquiry on Steering Wheel Restoration.
Super Chevy publishes a special supplement every 6-8 months called, "Chevy
Classics." The summer, 2000, issue contains an extensive article on this
subject, complete with step-by-step photos. Look on pages 78-80.
The magazine cover shows a middle-aged man working on the engine of a red,
'57, 2-door hardtop, with a very young gal polishing the dash.
Back issues of this issue may be available through McMullen Argus
Publications, (714) 213-1030. If they don't have it let me know and I
could try scanning and e-mailing the article. (Note to editor: please
insure we have no copyright problem here).
Another idea would be to go to the Super Chevy website,
www.superchevy-web.com, and see if they could send the article or somehow
make it available.
Happy Holidays.
--Jim Wheeler, Tucson, Arizona
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To: "'BOB FORD'", BOB_FORD
From: "Matsuoka, Mel", INTERNET:MMatsuoka@yci.com
Great job, Bob!
Anyone down in Southern or Northern California know where we can locate a
hood for our 56, 210 sedan?
We were visiting my daughter down in Garden Grove over the Thanksgiving
weekend and we went to the Friday nite car show on Main Street in Garden
Grove. Plenty of nice '56's but, I didn't see any owners around to inquire
where a hood could be located. We are in the San Francisco area.
Mel
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:@steward-net.com, INTERNET:@steward-net.com
BOB,
I HAVE NOT BEEN ON FOR A WHILE, BUT STILL APPRECIATE THE GREAT
SITE. I HAVE FOR TRADE 12 TO 15 PIECES OF ADVERTISING MATERIAL WHITCH
INCLUDES OLD COCA-COLA VENDO MACHINE WITH ROUND DRUM AND HOLDS
23 SMALL BOTTLES, 2- 1950S COKE BOTTLE THERMOMETERS, I- 1938 COKE
BOTTLE THERMOMETER WITH GOLD CHRISTMAS BOTTLE ON IT, 2- PEPSI
THERMOMETERS 1 IS 1957 HAS RAISED LID AT THE BOTTOM, THE OTHER ONE
IS RED AND WHITE AND SAYS PEPSI AT TOP AND BOTTOM. ALSO I HAVE A
HOT OR COLD DR. PEPPER THERMOMETER, A SUNCREST ORANGE BOTTLE
THERMOMETER, A OLD ORANGE CRUSH THERMOMETER WITH THE BOTTLE
ON THE SIDE, A PORCELAIN EX-LAX THERMOMETER, A 19X54 INCH ROYAL
CROWN COLA SIGN, AND APPROX. 10-12 TOY TRUCK AND CAR BANKS. I AM
WANTING TO TRADE ALL THIS FOR A 4 DOOR 55-57 CHEVY CAR THAT HAS A
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AND PREFER V8 ENGINE THAT IS PRETTY MUCH
ORIGINAL THAT RUNS AND DRIVES OUT GOOD AND HAS PRETTY NICE INTERIOR
AND THE OUTSIDE IS STRAIGHT AND NO RUST, BUT IF IT HAS FADED PAINT
THAT WILL BE FINE. IF ANYONE HAS ONE I AM LOCATED 50 MILES NORTH OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS. I DO NOT HAVE A SCANNER, BUT COULD GET SOME PICTURES
TO SOMEONE IF THE NEED BE. I AM WANTING TO MAKE
THE OLD CAR INTO A OLD POLICE CAR. IF ANYONE HAS ONE ALREADY MADE INTO A
POLICE CAR, WOULD NOT HAVE TO BE A CHEVY, I WOULD
TRADE AS WELL.
THANKS, STAN
EMAIL ADDRESS
turley@steward-net.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Pete LeMmon, INTERNET
ete.lemmon@usa.net
Hi Bob. Please post on your list.
Anyone know of a source for a 55/56 front seat track for right side? Need
one
for a 2dr sed.
email pete.lemmon@usa.net
San Jose, CA
-----------------------------------
To: "BOBFORD", BOB_FORD
From: Kathrin Venus, INTERNET:KVenus@t-online.de
Hell Bob,
this is my request to receive the 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST, okay!? My special
problem is the search for an original 55th BelAir steering wheel. Maybe you
or a member of the list can help me!
Kathrin
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Betty Ellis", INTERNET:bellis@4state.com
Bob would you put this on your ad please. We have a 46 chevy coupe body
and frame restorable that we will trade for 57 belair parts or will sell
for $400. contact us at Riverton ,Ks. email bellis@4state.com Thanks.
Look forward to your listings. Enjoy them very much. Keep up the good
work. Bob & Betty
--------------------------------------------------
To: [unknown], Bob_Ford
From: "Mike Owens", INTERNETacwest1@mediaone.net
Please add this email to you 55-56-57 Chevy list
I am looking for a wiring diagram for a 56' Belair. Can anyone help or fax?
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To: "'BOB FORD'", BOB_FORD
From: Randy Hartsock, INTERNET:randy.hartsock@Sorrento.com
Ref.: Shop airlines
Hi Bob:
Always a great list. Hot Rod magazines Speedvision show just did a bit on
shop airline systems & their recommendation (along with my experience) was
a
well prepared 1/2" "schedule 40" PVC system (cheap, flexible, strong and
reliable). Use reasonable quality pipe, fresh primer & cement (talk to your
guy @ Home Depot or wherever) and you won't have any problems. Take time
with a well thought out design; ball valve @ the compressor (shut down
whole
system), dryer, regulator, properly secured to the wall, slope down
slightly
from compressor for water management, down pipes around system for water
management, plenty of quick connects, etc... Schedule 40 pipe with
reasonably well done joints (clean cuts, fresh primer & cement) is good for
over 500 pounds pressure and home pressures are far below this rating.
Doesn't rust, easy to manage water and easy to adapt for future changes.
Soldering copper is a pain. Iron pipe rusts from the inside & will send
bits
of rust through your precious air tools & ruin them. Galvenized(?) pipe may
be best for a high pressure pro-shop, but expensive, very difficult to cut
&
thread & not easily changeable for the shade tree wrench.
My two cents.
Later, Randy Hartsock
Pres; Heartbeat Classic Chevys
--------------------------------------------
To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bill Kautz", INTERNET:kautz@home.com
Hi Bob,
This is for Mark who suggested using CPVC for the air lines and anyone
else thinking about it. I don't know what pressure his compressor works at
but mine and many others run at 150-160 psi. I have two separate lines in
my shop. There is a tee right off the pressure regulator and a braided blue
rubber air hose leading from each of the other two sides of the tee. One
hose is strictly for my bead cabinet and spark plug cleaner and the other
runs all my pneumatic tools. I ran the bead cabinet hose behind the
workbenches where it's out of the way. I used electrical conduit clamps to
hold it against the wall and it has worked fine for the past two years. I
believe the hose has a psi rating of 300 psi, much higher than CPVC. Wild
Bill
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Don Kent", INTERNET:dkent@socal.rr.com
Richard,
Sorry, don't have the '56 air filter number. A friend has a '56 and he
gave me the K & N number that he researched several months ago. I posted
it to the list then, but I deleted the info bacause I don't have that type
car. Perhaps he'll see this note and send it again.
Good luck,
Don Kent
Northridge, CA
'57 BelAir 2dr. H-T
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com, INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com
I have a B pillar molding for a '55-'57 Chevy BelAir 2dr hardtop that I
found
in a salvage yard for sale. This is for the passenger side exterior. The
stainless is great, but the regular steel bracket which is spotwelded to
the
inside of it is rotted. Can it be repaired and used? $20 plus shipping
takes it.
Wyatt Smolick
Fleetwood, PA
WSSmolick@aol.com
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From: Editor
This is also for old timers. What car maker also built ships?
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
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, December 08, 2001 6:52 AM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
DEC 7, 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: "EMORY BISHOP", INTERNET:ebishop@san.rr.com
Hi Bob:
Please run the following:
I need some help locating a 55-57 powerglide transmission flex plate with a
good ring gear attached. The ring gear on my flex plate is worn out,
chewed up, knife edged and not usable. I had the trans overhauled but
can't locate a new or good used flex plate. Can someone out there help me?
Thanks
EMORY BISHOP
10340 EL HONCHO PL.
SAN DIEGO,CA. 92124
858-569-0582
------------------------------------------------------------
To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: roy carson, INTERNET:uscn@met.net
Bob
This is for the real old timers. The recent mention of Crosleys brings to
mind this question. What
was unique about the gas gauge on a Crosley?
ROY
Editor's note. Being and old timer, I should know the answer to that
question. I think what was unique about the gas gauge on a Crosley was it
didn't have one. As I recall, there was a piece of metal on the gas cap
that had markings on it for the number of gallons in the tank. Anyone know
for sure?
BOB
------------------------------------------------
To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: Bill Addy, INTERNET:badd@swbell.net
Bob,
I'm looking for a web site that can give me additional info. on my '57
Chevy Belair. I have the Vin#, Style and Body #'s. Are any available that
your aware of and thanks for your help.
Regards,
Bill Addy
badd@swbell.net
----------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Browser521@aol.com, INTERNET:Browser521@aol.com
I am installing 210 trim on a 150 two door sedan. Does anyone know the
exact
location of the quarter trim? I can align the front edge with the 150 trim,
but I'm unsure exactly where to drill the holes for the clips. It would be
useful to know the exact vertical distance from the bottom of one of the
letters of the "Chevrolet" emblem to the centerline of the quarter trim.
Also. are the holes for the beltline trim on the top edge of the ridge that
runs under the trim? I'd appreciate any help anyone can offer. Also, while
I'm asking, is anyone aware of an original Delray with india ivory/ nassau
blue exterior coupled with a turquoise interior? Thanks, David Browe
--------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:McGillis@aol.com, INTERNET:McGillis@aol.com
Is there a battery expert on the list? Most of us would probably like to
know about this.
The 12V battery in my daily driver is 39 months old. Experience has taught
me that batteries die shortly after 36 months, no matter what the guarantee
says. Is there any reason not to just replace it and save the trouble of
having it die away from home?
The 6V battery in my 1936 Chevy pickup is 5 years old, should I replace it?
Years ago batteries seemed to fail slowly over a period of days, now it is
always a surprise and away from home. Is there a way to tell when a
battery
is nearing end of life?
Thanks,
Dennis McGillis
1936 Lowcab (36 TRUCK)
1955 Cameo (V8 CAMEO)
Vintage Chevrolet Club of America
Orange County (CA) Region
949-551-4821 phone
949-551-1162 fax
----------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:GremlinGTs@aol.com, INTERNET:GremlinGTs@aol.com
Heard one on my fiancee's Road Music tape, by multiple artists, all car
and truck songs. the song is called " One foot on the pedal ( , one foot in
the grave..." ), the artist is Tracy Laurence. Its from a NASCAR cd called
"Hotter than Asphalt" . The one sentence sings " I drove a '57 Chevy to the
bottom of a lake"...basically a hard ridin' man! Was 17 by the time he was
10...LOL! Good song, good tape! If you want nothin' but road songs about
cars
and drivin', this is a GOOD one! I highly recommend it, my fiancee loves
it,
she used to drive a mini-stock race car in Texas about 6 years ago.
Anyway, add that to your list of songs with '57 Chevies in it.
Jerry Casper
'57 Chevy 4-dr, '55 Suburban
----------------------------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Nomadcpa@aol.com, INTERNET:Nomadcpa@aol.com
To all list users with an interest in the El Morocco:
There is an excellent article in the September 1956 issue of Motor Trend.
Sherwin Silver
Classic Chevys of Southern California
--------------------------------------
To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Cruzr55210@aol.com, INTERNET:Cruzr55210@aol.com
Does anyone out there know where I can get a mirror resilvered?
Thanks, Joe Willman
Cruzr55210@aol.com
------------------------------------------------------
To: [unknown], Bob_Ford
From: "Loal W. Phipps", INTERNET:vernon@apex2000.net
Bob, not long after you ran the following ad for me, my computer crashed
and I lost the addesses of several of the people who had responded to me.
Could you please repost it for me in hopes they will respond once again?
Thanks Bob. Appreciate your hard work on the list. Loal Phipps
----------
: From: Loal W. Phipps <vernon@apex2000.net>
: To: BOB_FORD@COMPUSERVE.COM
: Subject: 57 For Sale
: Date: Monday, November 26, 2001 6:12 PM
:
: Bob, I would like to list a car for a friend of mine. 1957 Chevy Bel-Air
2
: door hardtop. This car has less than 40k actual miles and is very
original.
: Black with white top and original black and red interior. Has 283,
: powerglide, factory power steering and power brakes. Dual rear antennas.
: Continental kit. Wide white wall tires and spinner hub caps. Fender
skirts
: and spotlight. Electric wipers. Very straight and solid. Needs some
: restoration to be show quality but is super, super nice and I feel worth
: much more than the $24,000 he is asking. If I didn't already have more
: projects than I can take care of myself, I'd buy it. Located in western
: Texas. Email me for picts or for more info. vernon@apex2000.net.
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Betty Ellis", INTERNET:bellis@4state.com
Would you please email me a list of the mouldings you have for sale. am
restoring a 57 chevy convertible. Thanks Betty
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com, INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com
Anyone need a '55/'56 Nomad/6 passenger station wagon gas tank? I've got
one, but it's going to need repair. It has rust-through in the same spot
under the mounting straps. Other than those two spots, it's good, and the
inside is still shiny. It's been dry since 1994, so welding is not a
problem
(no hint of gasoline smell). $20 takes it. If it doesn't sell, it goes to
the scrapyard. Shipping is additional.
Wyatt Smolick
Fleetwood, PA
WSSmolick@aol.com
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: Jason Kerry, INTERNET:jkerry@minco.com
Bob
I hope you can give me some information. Just today I received a notice
that I am inheriting a 55
Corvette from my great uncle. On the papers I got, it is described as a
55 Corvette with a 6
cylinder motor. My great uncle knew I was "into" cars so I guess this is
why I am getting the
car.
Could this description be correct. I find it hard to believe that a
Corvette ever had a 6 cylinder
engine. I can't imagine anyone taking out a V8 from a Corvette and
putting in a 6. Would this
car be valuable.
Jason
Editor's note. Jason, most people do not know that the first Corvettes had
6 cylinder motors.
There was a good reason for this. It was not until 1955 that Chevy had a
V8 motor. If the car
has a large gold V in the word Chevrolet on the front fenders then it came
out of the factory as a
V8. It would take a very unusual person to take the V8 out of a Corvette
and put in a 6. If the
car does NOT have the V in the word Chevrolet on the front fenders and it
does have a 6 cylinder
motor, you will have a very very rare cars that would be worth a lot of
money. I think the 6 in
1955 had a 6 volt electrical system but I am not sure. Any list member
know.?
I suggest you join a local Corvette car club. Also get an appraisal before
you insure it so you will know how much to insure it for.
BOB
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: INTERNET
56CHEVY@aol.com, INTERNET56CHEVY@aol.comHi Bob and all: Received this email request via my car clib email: PLEASE
READ:
Eileen John is looking for a mint 1956 CHevy hardtop for her boss's wife
for XMAS (yes REALLY). He will pay 'whatever it takes' for her new 56
vehicle. They are in Penneslvania but will travel if needed. It is a
surprise for his wife.
Of you have a beautiful 56 Chevy to sell,please contact Eileen at the
numbers below ASAP:
Office 570-283-6321 and cell # is 570-357-4377.
Thank you so much for your help.
Eileen John
thanks!
Lenny Schaeffer
Bearing Burners CAr Club of MA
781-397-1322
Malden MA
D56chevy@aol.com
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "talley", INTERNET:talley5@jps.net
Bob,
Could you please post. Thanks.
USED PARTS FOR SALE:
57 right rear bumper end, 1st series, nice $50
57 tailight housings, lenses, bulbs, pigtail, dust shields, complete,
scrape
on one, good shine, good for driver car or great cores for rechrome
pr $100
57 fenders, lefts ONLY, 20 year collection to choose from, stored inside,
minor rust & dents - no rust & dents $100-$400
Bob Talley, Yreka, CA (530) 842-4880 eves 6-11 Pacific or email:
talley5@jps.net
57 BA 2 dr HT (2)
57, 59 Sedan Deliverys
57 210 4 dr SW
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Jim/Carolyn Wheeler", INTERNET:56chevrolet@email.msn.com
This is regarding the inquiry on Steering Wheel Restoration.
Super Chevy publishes a special supplement every 6-8 months called, "Chevy
Classics." The summer, 2000, issue contains an extensive article on this
subject, complete with step-by-step photos. Look on pages 78-80.
The magazine cover shows a middle-aged man working on the engine of a red,
'57, 2-door hardtop, with a very young gal polishing the dash.
Back issues of this issue may be available through McMullen Argus
Publications, (714) 213-1030. If they don't have it let me know and I
could try scanning and e-mailing the article. (Note to editor: please
insure we have no copyright problem here).
Another idea would be to go to the Super Chevy website,
www.superchevy-web.com, and see if they could send the article or somehow
make it available.
Happy Holidays.
--Jim Wheeler, Tucson, Arizona
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To: "'BOB FORD'", BOB_FORD
From: "Matsuoka, Mel", INTERNET:MMatsuoka@yci.com
Great job, Bob!
Anyone down in Southern or Northern California know where we can locate a
hood for our 56, 210 sedan?
We were visiting my daughter down in Garden Grove over the Thanksgiving
weekend and we went to the Friday nite car show on Main Street in Garden
Grove. Plenty of nice '56's but, I didn't see any owners around to inquire
where a hood could be located. We are in the San Francisco area.
Mel
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:@steward-net.com, INTERNET:@steward-net.com
BOB,
I HAVE NOT BEEN ON FOR A WHILE, BUT STILL APPRECIATE THE GREAT
SITE. I HAVE FOR TRADE 12 TO 15 PIECES OF ADVERTISING MATERIAL WHITCH
INCLUDES OLD COCA-COLA VENDO MACHINE WITH ROUND DRUM AND HOLDS
23 SMALL BOTTLES, 2- 1950S COKE BOTTLE THERMOMETERS, I- 1938 COKE
BOTTLE THERMOMETER WITH GOLD CHRISTMAS BOTTLE ON IT, 2- PEPSI
THERMOMETERS 1 IS 1957 HAS RAISED LID AT THE BOTTOM, THE OTHER ONE
IS RED AND WHITE AND SAYS PEPSI AT TOP AND BOTTOM. ALSO I HAVE A
HOT OR COLD DR. PEPPER THERMOMETER, A SUNCREST ORANGE BOTTLE
THERMOMETER, A OLD ORANGE CRUSH THERMOMETER WITH THE BOTTLE
ON THE SIDE, A PORCELAIN EX-LAX THERMOMETER, A 19X54 INCH ROYAL
CROWN COLA SIGN, AND APPROX. 10-12 TOY TRUCK AND CAR BANKS. I AM
WANTING TO TRADE ALL THIS FOR A 4 DOOR 55-57 CHEVY CAR THAT HAS A
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AND PREFER V8 ENGINE THAT IS PRETTY MUCH
ORIGINAL THAT RUNS AND DRIVES OUT GOOD AND HAS PRETTY NICE INTERIOR
AND THE OUTSIDE IS STRAIGHT AND NO RUST, BUT IF IT HAS FADED PAINT
THAT WILL BE FINE. IF ANYONE HAS ONE I AM LOCATED 50 MILES NORTH OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS. I DO NOT HAVE A SCANNER, BUT COULD GET SOME PICTURES
TO SOMEONE IF THE NEED BE. I AM WANTING TO MAKE
THE OLD CAR INTO A OLD POLICE CAR. IF ANYONE HAS ONE ALREADY MADE INTO A
POLICE CAR, WOULD NOT HAVE TO BE A CHEVY, I WOULD
TRADE AS WELL.
THANKS, STAN
EMAIL ADDRESS
turley@steward-net.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Pete LeMmon, INTERNET
ete.lemmon@usa.netHi Bob. Please post on your list.
Anyone know of a source for a 55/56 front seat track for right side? Need
one
for a 2dr sed.
email pete.lemmon@usa.net
San Jose, CA
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To: "BOBFORD", BOB_FORD
From: Kathrin Venus, INTERNET:KVenus@t-online.de
Hell Bob,
this is my request to receive the 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST, okay!? My special
problem is the search for an original 55th BelAir steering wheel. Maybe you
or a member of the list can help me!
Kathrin
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Betty Ellis", INTERNET:bellis@4state.com
Bob would you put this on your ad please. We have a 46 chevy coupe body
and frame restorable that we will trade for 57 belair parts or will sell
for $400. contact us at Riverton ,Ks. email bellis@4state.com Thanks.
Look forward to your listings. Enjoy them very much. Keep up the good
work. Bob & Betty
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To: [unknown], Bob_Ford
From: "Mike Owens", INTERNET
acwest1@mediaone.netPlease add this email to you 55-56-57 Chevy list
I am looking for a wiring diagram for a 56' Belair. Can anyone help or fax?
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To: "'BOB FORD'", BOB_FORD
From: Randy Hartsock, INTERNET:randy.hartsock@Sorrento.com
Ref.: Shop airlines
Hi Bob:
Always a great list. Hot Rod magazines Speedvision show just did a bit on
shop airline systems & their recommendation (along with my experience) was
a
well prepared 1/2" "schedule 40" PVC system (cheap, flexible, strong and
reliable). Use reasonable quality pipe, fresh primer & cement (talk to your
guy @ Home Depot or wherever) and you won't have any problems. Take time
with a well thought out design; ball valve @ the compressor (shut down
whole
system), dryer, regulator, properly secured to the wall, slope down
slightly
from compressor for water management, down pipes around system for water
management, plenty of quick connects, etc... Schedule 40 pipe with
reasonably well done joints (clean cuts, fresh primer & cement) is good for
over 500 pounds pressure and home pressures are far below this rating.
Doesn't rust, easy to manage water and easy to adapt for future changes.
Soldering copper is a pain. Iron pipe rusts from the inside & will send
bits
of rust through your precious air tools & ruin them. Galvenized(?) pipe may
be best for a high pressure pro-shop, but expensive, very difficult to cut
&
thread & not easily changeable for the shade tree wrench.
My two cents.
Later, Randy Hartsock
Pres; Heartbeat Classic Chevys
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bill Kautz", INTERNET:kautz@home.com
Hi Bob,
This is for Mark who suggested using CPVC for the air lines and anyone
else thinking about it. I don't know what pressure his compressor works at
but mine and many others run at 150-160 psi. I have two separate lines in
my shop. There is a tee right off the pressure regulator and a braided blue
rubber air hose leading from each of the other two sides of the tee. One
hose is strictly for my bead cabinet and spark plug cleaner and the other
runs all my pneumatic tools. I ran the bead cabinet hose behind the
workbenches where it's out of the way. I used electrical conduit clamps to
hold it against the wall and it has worked fine for the past two years. I
believe the hose has a psi rating of 300 psi, much higher than CPVC. Wild
Bill
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Don Kent", INTERNET:dkent@socal.rr.com
Richard,
Sorry, don't have the '56 air filter number. A friend has a '56 and he
gave me the K & N number that he researched several months ago. I posted
it to the list then, but I deleted the info bacause I don't have that type
car. Perhaps he'll see this note and send it again.
Good luck,
Don Kent
Northridge, CA
'57 BelAir 2dr. H-T
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com, INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com
I have a B pillar molding for a '55-'57 Chevy BelAir 2dr hardtop that I
found
in a salvage yard for sale. This is for the passenger side exterior. The
stainless is great, but the regular steel bracket which is spotwelded to
the
inside of it is rotted. Can it be repaired and used? $20 plus shipping
takes it.
Wyatt Smolick
Fleetwood, PA
WSSmolick@aol.com
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From: Editor
This is also for old timers. What car maker also built ships?
BOB
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BOB FORD
18091 MARK CIRCLE
VILLA PARK, CALIFORNIA 92861-2648
BOB_FORD@COMPUSERVE.COM
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.