TriChrome
03-07-2018, 12:51 AM
From: BOB FORD [BOB_FORD@compuserve.com]
Sent: Tuesday, December 11, 2001 8:53 AM
To: Richard Harrison; .bryon leeper; Bob & Rachel Simons; CDMHENRY; RON
THOMAS; JERRY CRICHLOW; Steve Webb; jerry koski; JOHNNY CLINE; Darrell
Beckley; David Chester; Dave Hecker; RON MOULE; dale and darlene; DON
PETERRSON; d watts; Bruce Pothier; Marc A. Glassoff; Gayle Kanz; Wayne
Hartwig; HUGH SIECK; THOMAS TRAMULTOLO; jim roth; JIM. .; JACK MELANSON;
John Drzal; Leon & Debbie Jordan; SHANE JORGENSEN; JACK LEE; john
strelis; keith bodendorf; Byron Leeper; LARRY D KWASIGROH; LOUIS..;
martin snodgrass; ROGER DORR; MARK HANNA; ROBERTMMOYE; SHERWIN SILVER;
PHILLIP CALHOUN; PHIL LAPORTE; kevin Pickering; BOB BISHIP; Robert M
Moye; RON Foote; Bob and Carol Stearns; T G SMITH; AL AZEVEDO; BRUCE
TOKER; WUZUP
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
DECEMBER 10, 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
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To: "BOB FORD (E-mail)", BOB_FORD
From: "Dave Hecker", INTERNET:dhecker@presenter.com
More info from old lists.
55-56 4 barrel air cleaners. "I have finally tracked down the correct
part number from K&N, it is E3650. This is the reusable, cleanable
filter system that K&N is famous for. The dimensions of the filter
element are: 5" high, 9" OD and 7 1/2" ID." I wish it were easier to
find old information from these list, but at least I located it.
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: INTERNET:PUMPY2NC@aol.com, INTERNET:PUMPY2NC@aol.com
hi bob
i am look for 55 chevy driver side quarter panel 2dr sedan
nos or mint used no repo cash or trade
nick
404 2nd north st
syracuse n.y 13208
315.4767203
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To: "BOB FORD (E-mail)", BOB_FORD
From: "Dave Hecker", INTERNET:dhecker@presenter.com
This is info from old list that people are asking about. Don Kent
previously posted "The '57 oil-bath filter replacement is Fram #CA-151"
and originally indicated K&N A090A6 filter would fit the '56 V8 oil bath
air cleaner. 800-858-3333. http://www.knfilters.com/. However, there
was some discussion on the 6/9/2000 list about the K&N number being a
mold number rather than a part number, so if you are looking for one,
contact K&N to see if the number works, and if not, make some careful
measurements of your '56 oil bath air cleaner and see what part number
they come up with, and share what you find out with the list. I could
not find on the list any measurements of the filter being used.
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: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
To Dave Hecker, Yes, Steel pipe DOES sound like it is much safer & cooler,
BUT won't the water that IS trapped in the steel, eventually cause the
inside
of the pipes to RUST ??????????? Richard
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To: "BOB FORD (E-mail)", BOB_FORD
From: "Dave Hecker", INTERNET:dhecker@presenter.com
Bill,
If you are looking for a history of you specific car on a web site, I
don't know of any way to get that on the web or otherwise. If you are
looking for a translation/decode of the numbers, that is available. For
the simple VIN, you may check the Spotters Guide on my site.
http://clubs.hemmings.com/sjcc/spot555657.htm If there are other
numbers you want to decode, let me know and I'll see what I can find.
Thanks,
Dave Hecker
Vice President San Jose Classic Chevys
http://clubs.hemmings.com/sjcc
dhecker@presenter.com
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Warren 'zeek' Seeker", INTERNET:weseek@charter.net
Seasons Greetings Bob and list members
I'm preparing to pull the body on my '55 210 post. I've looked around
for lifts & stands but, whew!, the prices. Has anyone built one?
Anyone willing to share the plans? Maybe somebody has a used rig for
sale. I only have an 8'3" ceiling clearance to work with (pretty
tight). This is my first resto. any hints & tips would be much
appreciated. Happy Holidays, Warren (zeek) Seeker: weseek@charter.net
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Gary E. Howard", INTERNET:garysgearbox@dragonbbs.com
I have a good flex plate like you describe. Find out what they are worth
new
and I'll take half price plus shipping.
If memory serves me correct this flexplate was new not so long ago and came
out of my 57 chev
Gary Howard
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Betty Ellis", INTERNET:bellis@4state.com
Kaiser shipyards built cars after world war 2. Had a brother in law named
Frazier who built the Frazier. Enjoy your list. Robert Ellis
@bellis@4state.com. Riverton, KS
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "ROGER L. COTTEN", INTERNET:R.COTTEN@worldnet.att.net
I'm not that old but I have read that Kaiser-Frazer built ships originally.
Roger
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.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 because 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
Don, I HAVE the K & N number, just thought maybe you would have
a FRAM # > can't find K & N in our area! Thanks for your reply!
Richard
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
To Dennis McGillis, Just because a battery is 3 years old, that does not
mean it's on its' last leg! I have had a battery last me 8 Years & was
only
a 60 month battery! A lot depends on how well the battery was cared for
during its life !!!!!!! I recently bought a car that had a battery in it,
that's just now going dead. I checked it out & that battery is almost 10
years Old !!!!!!!!!!! I still find that most batteries will still give you
some warning when their life is about over! They'll go dead, you'll charge
them up & shortly after, they'll go dead again! When they just won't hold
a
charge anymore, then it's time to replace it! Richard
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:castnet@sec.com, INTERNET:castnet@sec.com
Bob
I am a senior in high school. My history teacher gave me your e-mail
address. He said some one on your list would know the answer to my
question.
My grandfather has an very old car in his garage that he has not driven in
at least 30 years. He says it is a Muntz. I have ask a lot of people if
there was ever a Muntz car and no one has ever heard of it. Could that
just be the model of some make of car?
Carl Johnson
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Rick Nix, INTERNET:ricknix@mail.com
Bob, What a joy to read you too are from Missouri (at least kind of). My
wife was born and raised just outside Neosho and my in-laws are there
now. Guess where I was this Thinksgiving! I met my wife, Crystal there in
1980, so I LOVE Neosho.
Editors note. Rick, Neosho brings back some very fond memories for me. As
a teenager I went to the Neosho Drive in Theater a lot. I even say a few
movies there. My how things have changed. The skating rink on Highway 71
that I spent a lot of time at is now a Walmart. The milk plant where I had
a summer job is now a jail. Camp Crowder, where I had another summer job
is a college.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:RocketNorm@aol.com, INTERNET:RocketNorm@aol.com
Hi Bob,
I really enjoy reading your listings, keep up the good work. I just picked
up a '57 sedan delivery with the interior gutted. While I've picked up most
of the
pieces I need, the headliner bows have me stumped. Is there someone out
there that repops
them or does anyone have a set rusting in the corner of their garage? The
set for
my car is [9] bows.
Thanks
Norm Ruhl Helendale Ca. RocketNorm@aol 760.951.4894
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Robert Willis", INTERNET:willisb@kos.net
Bob.
Kaiser built cars as well as ships. He built the Liberty Ships in WW 2.
BOB http://members.kos.net/willisb/
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Robert Willis", INTERNET:willisb@kos.net
Jason.
If that 55 Vete has a 6 cyl in it I would leave it right there. In 1955
there were only 6 or 8 of these things and yes they were 6 volt as the 54
Chevies were. In 55 the V8 cars had a V at the start of the VIN as did 55
passenger car VINs while the 6 cyl cars started with an E.
In 56 the Vette droped the V in the VIN because they were all V8s after
that. The car should also have a powerglide trans as the standard 3 speed
trans didn't come along till later in production. I wouldn't be surprised
if the 6 cyl jobs were really left over 54s with a 55 VIN.
If you need any info you can go to my web pages at
http://members.kos.net/willisb/ and drop me a note.
Happy Motoring, BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "shew", INTERNET:ethan@compunet.net
Hello Bob and Everyone on the list,
I have a question for those body / sheet metal men (or Ladies) out there. I
am replacing the trunk floor, tail pan and the brace (on underside of trunk
floor). I have the trunk cut out and I am ready to cut out the tail pan.
Which is the correct order for putting it all back together? I think I
should weld the brace to the floor and then the floor and finally the tail
pan. Any advice?
To David Browe, if you do not get an answer please email me. I have a 210
two door sedan and currently have all the trim removed, so all the holes
show. I can email you some pictures with measurements.
Finally, I am only 38 so I have never even seen a Crosley. My dad once
owned one in his high school days. He told me how people would pick it up
and move it on him. I have seen parts of his Crosley because he refuses to
get rid of them. He still has all four tires, the front axle, steering
column, a transmission, the instrument cluster and the frame. Well, some
guys inherit 55 Corvettes and other's will get a box full of Crosley.
Charlie Shew
Castlewood, VA
ethan@compunet.net
My project 57:
http://home.naxs.com/shew/homesite004.htm
Editor's note. It was a common trick for college kids to put Crosleys in
odd places.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Joelin56@aol.com, INTERNET:Joelin56@aol.com
Bob,
The K&N air filter element for a 56 4-barrel air cleaner is part number
E3650. People should be advised, however, that before installing it they
should cut the inside portion of the air horn off within 1/8 of the
housing.
If you don't do this, the air horn will be right up against the element and
that portion filtering the air will be small. By making this cut, the air
will be able to move freely around the inside of the air cleaner.
Joe James
joelin56@aol.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:DERION57@aol.com, INTERNET:DERION57@aol.com
Hello Bob, Merry Christmas to you and your family. Thanks for doing such a
wonderful job with the list. I am sure sometimes it feels like a chore.
Thanks again. I wanted to let all on the list know that I have a complete 4
speed setup for a 55-57 chevy. I was going to put it in my 57 so for those
who know some of the linkage may be different for 55 or 56. Here is what's
included; completely rebuilt Muncie 4 speed (course spline input shaft and
wide ratio) original cast iron bellhousing, new trans mounts, Hurst
competition plus shifter with the C handle for Bench seats and all linkage,
all the clutch linkage, all the hardware, new flywheel cover tins, original
starter with support brace, original flywheel with balanced clutch and
pressure plate. here is a link to pictures
http://www.members.aol.com/derion57/trans.jpg and
http://www.members.aol.com/derion57/bellhousing.jpg I can be reached at
derion57@aol.com Mike Derion
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bill Kautz", INTERNET:kautz@home.com
Hi Bob,
This is for Jason, who inherited the '55 Vette from his great uncle.
(Some people have all the luck!) If the car is in #1 condition, which is
factory new, it has a value of $88,000 with the 6 cyl. (The V-8, in #1
condition is valued at $90,000.) These values are from the current "Old
Cars Price Guide". If the car also has the removable hardtop, add $1800 and
up, depending on the condition of the top. Since there were only 674 1955
Corvettes built, it is a very rare car today. I don't have a breakdown on
how many 6 cylinder 'Vettes were produced. Perhaps another list member
might have that info.
The car maker that built ships was Henry J. Kaiser. The ships were the
WWII Liberty ships. There were hundreds built but only two still in
operating condition. One is on the west coast, Washington, I believe, and
the other is the John W. Brown, here in Baltimore.
Happy Holidays to you, Bob, and to all the list members! Wild Bill
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Sanford "Sandy" Pierce, INTERNET:mr55chev@webtv.net
Bob, Henry Kaiser built Victory ships quickly an cheaply during WW II
among other things, out of cement!
Sandy Pierce
Editor's note. It is hard to believe but it is true that ships were built
out of cement.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WILLYHUAZ@aol.com, INTERNET:WILLYHUAZ@aol.com
Hi Bob,
The other car maker who built ships was Henry J. Kaiser. I believe he
also
owned the unlimited hydroplane called Hawaii Kai driven by Jack Regas. The
hydro is on display at the Hyroplane museum in Southpark, Washington along
with the Slo-Mo-Shuns IV and V.
From an old timer,
Bill Hughes
willyhuaz@aol.com
Editor's note. For list members in Hawaii, I am sure you are familiar with
Hawaii Kai. It is a subdivision near the Khala Mall. I think it was also
built by Kaiser. Anyone know for sure?
BOB
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To: Bob Ford, BOB_FORD
From: Tamara Tresko, INTERNET:twtresko@pacbell.net
Bill... I have this site in my favorites..mabey it will help??
http://www.trimtags.com/
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
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Bob Rice, INTERNET:bobrice@sbcglobal.net
To Jason who is inheriting the '55 Vette from his great uncle: Jason:
This car is just gonna cause you trouble and grief and will complicate
your life. Tell you what I'll do; I'll take it off your hands for
free. I won't even charge you to come get it. Just tell me where it is
and I'll be there in the morning with a truck. (Kidding of course --
congratulations on having such a great great uncle).
Editor's note. <G> Jason, if Bob Rice does not come by and pick up the
car, I have a deal for you. You probably don't want a plastic car with a 6
cyl motor. I will find a number 1 condition Edsel with a V8 and the car is
metal. We can make an even trade <G>.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:OvalRace25@aol.com, INTERNET:OvalRace25@aol.com
Bob, The ship builder was Henry J. Kaiser. The cars were of course, the
Henry
J and the Kaiser. Henry also provided copies of the Henry J to Sears for
sale
through their catalogue it was labeled the Allstate. A side note to this
story is a 55 Chevy owner currently owns the Henry J. Kaiser estate in
California
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "bobby kirk", INTERNET:kq4pc@bellsouth.net
hey bob,would you post this problem,and see if it is common,and what would
they suggest on repairs?in the trunk of 57 chevy,close to where shocks come
into trunk,the metal has broken on both sides.not rusted out,could it be
welded back?any help app. thanks bobby
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From: Editor
Calls I will probably NOT get from my bank:
Your account balance is over our insured limit.
Your loan is approved and we will not need any collateral for the loan.
Your check bounced but we will cover it until you bring in a deposit.
We have a lot of money now, would you like a loan?
It is Christmas, you can skip your December loan payment.
If you will finance your new BMW with us, we will give you a free wash each
week for a year.
You have a negative FICO score but we will still give you a loan.
I think the interest rate on your loan is too high, we are going to lower
it.
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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/
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: Tuesday, December 11, 2001 8:53 AM
To: Richard Harrison; .bryon leeper; Bob & Rachel Simons; CDMHENRY; RON
THOMAS; JERRY CRICHLOW; Steve Webb; jerry koski; JOHNNY CLINE; Darrell
Beckley; David Chester; Dave Hecker; RON MOULE; dale and darlene; DON
PETERRSON; d watts; Bruce Pothier; Marc A. Glassoff; Gayle Kanz; Wayne
Hartwig; HUGH SIECK; THOMAS TRAMULTOLO; jim roth; JIM. .; JACK MELANSON;
John Drzal; Leon & Debbie Jordan; SHANE JORGENSEN; JACK LEE; john
strelis; keith bodendorf; Byron Leeper; LARRY D KWASIGROH; LOUIS..;
martin snodgrass; ROGER DORR; MARK HANNA; ROBERTMMOYE; SHERWIN SILVER;
PHILLIP CALHOUN; PHIL LAPORTE; kevin Pickering; BOB BISHIP; Robert M
Moye; RON Foote; Bob and Carol Stearns; T G SMITH; AL AZEVEDO; BRUCE
TOKER; WUZUP
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
DECEMBER 10, 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 (E-mail)", BOB_FORD
From: "Dave Hecker", INTERNET:dhecker@presenter.com
More info from old lists.
55-56 4 barrel air cleaners. "I have finally tracked down the correct
part number from K&N, it is E3650. This is the reusable, cleanable
filter system that K&N is famous for. The dimensions of the filter
element are: 5" high, 9" OD and 7 1/2" ID." I wish it were easier to
find old information from these list, but at least I located it.
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: INTERNET:PUMPY2NC@aol.com, INTERNET:PUMPY2NC@aol.com
hi bob
i am look for 55 chevy driver side quarter panel 2dr sedan
nos or mint used no repo cash or trade
nick
404 2nd north st
syracuse n.y 13208
315.4767203
-------------------------------------------------
To: "BOB FORD (E-mail)", BOB_FORD
From: "Dave Hecker", INTERNET:dhecker@presenter.com
This is info from old list that people are asking about. Don Kent
previously posted "The '57 oil-bath filter replacement is Fram #CA-151"
and originally indicated K&N A090A6 filter would fit the '56 V8 oil bath
air cleaner. 800-858-3333. http://www.knfilters.com/. However, there
was some discussion on the 6/9/2000 list about the K&N number being a
mold number rather than a part number, so if you are looking for one,
contact K&N to see if the number works, and if not, make some careful
measurements of your '56 oil bath air cleaner and see what part number
they come up with, and share what you find out with the list. I could
not find on the list any measurements of the filter being used.
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: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
To Dave Hecker, Yes, Steel pipe DOES sound like it is much safer & cooler,
BUT won't the water that IS trapped in the steel, eventually cause the
inside
of the pipes to RUST ??????????? Richard
-----------------------------------------------
To: "BOB FORD (E-mail)", BOB_FORD
From: "Dave Hecker", INTERNET:dhecker@presenter.com
Bill,
If you are looking for a history of you specific car on a web site, I
don't know of any way to get that on the web or otherwise. If you are
looking for a translation/decode of the numbers, that is available. For
the simple VIN, you may check the Spotters Guide on my site.
http://clubs.hemmings.com/sjcc/spot555657.htm If there are other
numbers you want to decode, let me know and I'll see what I can find.
Thanks,
Dave Hecker
Vice President San Jose Classic Chevys
http://clubs.hemmings.com/sjcc
dhecker@presenter.com
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Warren 'zeek' Seeker", INTERNET:weseek@charter.net
Seasons Greetings Bob and list members
I'm preparing to pull the body on my '55 210 post. I've looked around
for lifts & stands but, whew!, the prices. Has anyone built one?
Anyone willing to share the plans? Maybe somebody has a used rig for
sale. I only have an 8'3" ceiling clearance to work with (pretty
tight). This is my first resto. any hints & tips would be much
appreciated. Happy Holidays, Warren (zeek) Seeker: weseek@charter.net
--------------------------------------------------
To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Gary E. Howard", INTERNET:garysgearbox@dragonbbs.com
I have a good flex plate like you describe. Find out what they are worth
new
and I'll take half price plus shipping.
If memory serves me correct this flexplate was new not so long ago and came
out of my 57 chev
Gary Howard
--------------------------------------------
To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Betty Ellis", INTERNET:bellis@4state.com
Kaiser shipyards built cars after world war 2. Had a brother in law named
Frazier who built the Frazier. Enjoy your list. Robert Ellis
@bellis@4state.com. Riverton, KS
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "ROGER L. COTTEN", INTERNET:R.COTTEN@worldnet.att.net
I'm not that old but I have read that Kaiser-Frazer built ships originally.
Roger
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.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 because 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
Don, I HAVE the K & N number, just thought maybe you would have
a FRAM # > can't find K & N in our area! Thanks for your reply!
Richard
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com, INTERNET:Lovemy56@aol.com
To Dennis McGillis, Just because a battery is 3 years old, that does not
mean it's on its' last leg! I have had a battery last me 8 Years & was
only
a 60 month battery! A lot depends on how well the battery was cared for
during its life !!!!!!! I recently bought a car that had a battery in it,
that's just now going dead. I checked it out & that battery is almost 10
years Old !!!!!!!!!!! I still find that most batteries will still give you
some warning when their life is about over! They'll go dead, you'll charge
them up & shortly after, they'll go dead again! When they just won't hold
a
charge anymore, then it's time to replace it! Richard
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:castnet@sec.com, INTERNET:castnet@sec.com
Bob
I am a senior in high school. My history teacher gave me your e-mail
address. He said some one on your list would know the answer to my
question.
My grandfather has an very old car in his garage that he has not driven in
at least 30 years. He says it is a Muntz. I have ask a lot of people if
there was ever a Muntz car and no one has ever heard of it. Could that
just be the model of some make of car?
Carl Johnson
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Rick Nix, INTERNET:ricknix@mail.com
Bob, What a joy to read you too are from Missouri (at least kind of). My
wife was born and raised just outside Neosho and my in-laws are there
now. Guess where I was this Thinksgiving! I met my wife, Crystal there in
1980, so I LOVE Neosho.
Editors note. Rick, Neosho brings back some very fond memories for me. As
a teenager I went to the Neosho Drive in Theater a lot. I even say a few
movies there. My how things have changed. The skating rink on Highway 71
that I spent a lot of time at is now a Walmart. The milk plant where I had
a summer job is now a jail. Camp Crowder, where I had another summer job
is a college.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:RocketNorm@aol.com, INTERNET:RocketNorm@aol.com
Hi Bob,
I really enjoy reading your listings, keep up the good work. I just picked
up a '57 sedan delivery with the interior gutted. While I've picked up most
of the
pieces I need, the headliner bows have me stumped. Is there someone out
there that repops
them or does anyone have a set rusting in the corner of their garage? The
set for
my car is [9] bows.
Thanks
Norm Ruhl Helendale Ca. RocketNorm@aol 760.951.4894
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Robert Willis", INTERNET:willisb@kos.net
Bob.
Kaiser built cars as well as ships. He built the Liberty Ships in WW 2.
BOB http://members.kos.net/willisb/
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Robert Willis", INTERNET:willisb@kos.net
Jason.
If that 55 Vete has a 6 cyl in it I would leave it right there. In 1955
there were only 6 or 8 of these things and yes they were 6 volt as the 54
Chevies were. In 55 the V8 cars had a V at the start of the VIN as did 55
passenger car VINs while the 6 cyl cars started with an E.
In 56 the Vette droped the V in the VIN because they were all V8s after
that. The car should also have a powerglide trans as the standard 3 speed
trans didn't come along till later in production. I wouldn't be surprised
if the 6 cyl jobs were really left over 54s with a 55 VIN.
If you need any info you can go to my web pages at
http://members.kos.net/willisb/ and drop me a note.
Happy Motoring, BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "shew", INTERNET:ethan@compunet.net
Hello Bob and Everyone on the list,
I have a question for those body / sheet metal men (or Ladies) out there. I
am replacing the trunk floor, tail pan and the brace (on underside of trunk
floor). I have the trunk cut out and I am ready to cut out the tail pan.
Which is the correct order for putting it all back together? I think I
should weld the brace to the floor and then the floor and finally the tail
pan. Any advice?
To David Browe, if you do not get an answer please email me. I have a 210
two door sedan and currently have all the trim removed, so all the holes
show. I can email you some pictures with measurements.
Finally, I am only 38 so I have never even seen a Crosley. My dad once
owned one in his high school days. He told me how people would pick it up
and move it on him. I have seen parts of his Crosley because he refuses to
get rid of them. He still has all four tires, the front axle, steering
column, a transmission, the instrument cluster and the frame. Well, some
guys inherit 55 Corvettes and other's will get a box full of Crosley.
Charlie Shew
Castlewood, VA
ethan@compunet.net
My project 57:
http://home.naxs.com/shew/homesite004.htm
Editor's note. It was a common trick for college kids to put Crosleys in
odd places.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Joelin56@aol.com, INTERNET:Joelin56@aol.com
Bob,
The K&N air filter element for a 56 4-barrel air cleaner is part number
E3650. People should be advised, however, that before installing it they
should cut the inside portion of the air horn off within 1/8 of the
housing.
If you don't do this, the air horn will be right up against the element and
that portion filtering the air will be small. By making this cut, the air
will be able to move freely around the inside of the air cleaner.
Joe James
joelin56@aol.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:DERION57@aol.com, INTERNET:DERION57@aol.com
Hello Bob, Merry Christmas to you and your family. Thanks for doing such a
wonderful job with the list. I am sure sometimes it feels like a chore.
Thanks again. I wanted to let all on the list know that I have a complete 4
speed setup for a 55-57 chevy. I was going to put it in my 57 so for those
who know some of the linkage may be different for 55 or 56. Here is what's
included; completely rebuilt Muncie 4 speed (course spline input shaft and
wide ratio) original cast iron bellhousing, new trans mounts, Hurst
competition plus shifter with the C handle for Bench seats and all linkage,
all the clutch linkage, all the hardware, new flywheel cover tins, original
starter with support brace, original flywheel with balanced clutch and
pressure plate. here is a link to pictures
http://www.members.aol.com/derion57/trans.jpg and
http://www.members.aol.com/derion57/bellhousing.jpg I can be reached at
derion57@aol.com Mike Derion
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bill Kautz", INTERNET:kautz@home.com
Hi Bob,
This is for Jason, who inherited the '55 Vette from his great uncle.
(Some people have all the luck!) If the car is in #1 condition, which is
factory new, it has a value of $88,000 with the 6 cyl. (The V-8, in #1
condition is valued at $90,000.) These values are from the current "Old
Cars Price Guide". If the car also has the removable hardtop, add $1800 and
up, depending on the condition of the top. Since there were only 674 1955
Corvettes built, it is a very rare car today. I don't have a breakdown on
how many 6 cylinder 'Vettes were produced. Perhaps another list member
might have that info.
The car maker that built ships was Henry J. Kaiser. The ships were the
WWII Liberty ships. There were hundreds built but only two still in
operating condition. One is on the west coast, Washington, I believe, and
the other is the John W. Brown, here in Baltimore.
Happy Holidays to you, Bob, and to all the list members! Wild Bill
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Sanford "Sandy" Pierce, INTERNET:mr55chev@webtv.net
Bob, Henry Kaiser built Victory ships quickly an cheaply during WW II
among other things, out of cement!
Sandy Pierce
Editor's note. It is hard to believe but it is true that ships were built
out of cement.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WILLYHUAZ@aol.com, INTERNET:WILLYHUAZ@aol.com
Hi Bob,
The other car maker who built ships was Henry J. Kaiser. I believe he
also
owned the unlimited hydroplane called Hawaii Kai driven by Jack Regas. The
hydro is on display at the Hyroplane museum in Southpark, Washington along
with the Slo-Mo-Shuns IV and V.
From an old timer,
Bill Hughes
willyhuaz@aol.com
Editor's note. For list members in Hawaii, I am sure you are familiar with
Hawaii Kai. It is a subdivision near the Khala Mall. I think it was also
built by Kaiser. Anyone know for sure?
BOB
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To: Bob Ford, BOB_FORD
From: Tamara Tresko, INTERNET:twtresko@pacbell.net
Bill... I have this site in my favorites..mabey it will help??
http://www.trimtags.com/
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
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Bob Rice, INTERNET:bobrice@sbcglobal.net
To Jason who is inheriting the '55 Vette from his great uncle: Jason:
This car is just gonna cause you trouble and grief and will complicate
your life. Tell you what I'll do; I'll take it off your hands for
free. I won't even charge you to come get it. Just tell me where it is
and I'll be there in the morning with a truck. (Kidding of course --
congratulations on having such a great great uncle).
Editor's note. <G> Jason, if Bob Rice does not come by and pick up the
car, I have a deal for you. You probably don't want a plastic car with a 6
cyl motor. I will find a number 1 condition Edsel with a V8 and the car is
metal. We can make an even trade <G>.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:OvalRace25@aol.com, INTERNET:OvalRace25@aol.com
Bob, The ship builder was Henry J. Kaiser. The cars were of course, the
Henry
J and the Kaiser. Henry also provided copies of the Henry J to Sears for
sale
through their catalogue it was labeled the Allstate. A side note to this
story is a 55 Chevy owner currently owns the Henry J. Kaiser estate in
California
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "bobby kirk", INTERNET:kq4pc@bellsouth.net
hey bob,would you post this problem,and see if it is common,and what would
they suggest on repairs?in the trunk of 57 chevy,close to where shocks come
into trunk,the metal has broken on both sides.not rusted out,could it be
welded back?any help app. thanks bobby
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From: Editor
Calls I will probably NOT get from my bank:
Your account balance is over our insured limit.
Your loan is approved and we will not need any collateral for the loan.
Your check bounced but we will cover it until you bring in a deposit.
We have a lot of money now, would you like a loan?
It is Christmas, you can skip your December loan payment.
If you will finance your new BMW with us, we will give you a free wash each
week for a year.
You have a negative FICO score but we will still give you a loan.
I think the interest rate on your loan is too high, we are going to lower
it.
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BOB FORD
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Editor of the 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST and TURBOGLIDE REGISTRY
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