TriChrome
03-07-2018, 01:16 AM
From: BOB FORD [BOB_FORD@compuserve.com]
Sent: June13¤é2002¦~Thursday 1:59 PM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
JUNE 13, 2002
IF THIS E-MAIL HAS AN ATTACHMENT, IMMEDIATELY DELETE THIS E-MAIL.
THIS LIST IS DESIGNED AS A MEANS FOR PEOPLE INTERESTED IN THE 1955, 1956,
AND 1957 CHEVROLETS TO COMMUNICATE WITH EACH OTHER AND HAVE A
LITTLE FUN IN THE PROCESS. 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.
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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.
IF YOU BUY SOMETHING FROM A LIST MEMBER, PLEASE BE AWARE THAT I HAVE
NO WAY OF KNOWING THE QUALITY OF THE PRODUCT OR THE HONESTY OF THE
SELLER. BUYER BEWARE.
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: "HENRY ALICEA", INTERNET:popsrocker@msn.com
Please post in the list
55 CHEVY 6 CYLINDER ENGINE COMPLETE WITH THREE SPEED TRANSMISSION, REMOVED
FROM HANDYMAN WAGON, COMPLETE FAN TO TRANSMISSION, OIL PAN TO AIR CLEANER,
EVEN HAS AN OIL FILTER. LOCATED IN MIAMI FLORIDA, CALL 305-984-4921 OR
E-MAIL popsrocker@msn.com $300.00 O.B.O.
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To: [unknown], Bob_Ford
From: Mark C Bach, INTERNET:m_bach@juno.com
On a typical carburetor what adjustments should you expect to make when
changing elevation? I have an Edelbrock and might be going through some
mountain passes and then down to sea level.
Mark in AZ
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bobby D. Jefcoat", INTERNET:jefcoat@panola.com
Hi Bob; Enjoy your mailing list very much. Could you please post that I am
looking for a complete set of door arm rests for a 56 chevy 210. contact me
at jefcoat@panola.com thanks, Bobby Jefcoat
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:Our-Car-Friends@USA.com
From: "Mull, Jerald", INTERNET:Jerald.Mull@trw.com
* One dragster's 500-inch Hemi makes more horsepower than the first 8 rows
at Daytona.
* Under full throttle, a dragster engine consumes 1 1/2 gallons of nitro
per second, the same rate of fuel consumption as a fully loaded 747 but
with 4 times the energy release per volume.
* The supercharger takes more power to drive then a stock hemi makes.
* With nearly 3000 CFM of air being rammed in by the supercharger on
overdrive, the fuel mixture is compressed into nearly-solid form before
ignition. Cylinders run on the verge of hydraulic lock.
* Dual magnetos apply 44 amps to each spark plug. This is equivalent to the
output of an arc welder in each cylinder.
* At stoichiometric (exact) 1.7:1 air/fuel mixture (for nitro), the flame
front of nitro methane measures 7050 degrees F.
* Nitro methane burns yellow. The spectacular white flame seen above the
stacks at night is burning hydrogen, dissociated from atmospheric water
vapor by the searing exhaust gases.
* Spark plug electrodes are totally consumed during a pass. After 1/2 way,
the engine is dieseling from compression-plus the glow of exhaust valves at
1400 degrees F. The engine can only be shut down by cutting of it's fuel
flow.
* If spark momentarily fails early in the run, unburned nitro builds up in
those cylinders and then explodes with a force that can blow cylinder heads
off the block in pieces or blow the block in half.
* Dragsters twist the crank (torsionally) so far (20 degrees in the big end
of the track) that sometimes cam lobes are ground offset from front to rear
to re-phase the valve timing somewhere closer to synchronization with the
pistons.
* To exceed 300 mph in 4.5 seconds dragsters must accelerate at an average
of over 4G's. But in reaching 200 mph well before 1/2 track, launch
acceleration is closer to 8G's.
* Drivers shut off before the finish line, or even dual parachutes will not
stop the car.
* If all the equipment is paid off, the crew worked for free, and for once
NOTHING BLOWS UP, each run costs $1000.00 per second.
* Dragsters reach over 300 miles per hour before you have read this
sentence.
Joel Guenther
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:JWargowski@aol.com, INTERNET:JWargowski@aol.com
I usually gloss over the off topic posts, but the discussion over the TV
tubes caught my attention.
There seems to be some confusion over the termonology. As Bob pointed out,
the majority of televisions and computer monitors still use picture tubes
(Cathode Ray Tubes, or CRT's) This is the actual screen you are looking at,
which is a vaccume tube similar in concept, but much different in
construction than a electronic tube as most people think of them. Other
than the CRT, there are no other tubes in modern TV sets. And yes, most
modern CRT's have power applied to them at all times, keeping them "warm"
for quick turn on times. This is a relatively modern feature, which is why
older TV CRT's need time to warm up and display pictures.
The alternatives to CRT's are the LCD and the Plasma display, which are the
flat screens used on laptop computers and very high end televisions
(several thousands of dollars). These are the only types of televisions
with absolutely no vaccume tubes of any kind.
Now back to my tubless 56 chevy ....
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Clifchev@aol.com, INTERNET:Clifchev@aol.com
To list members: Thank you to Leroy for responding, You are correct.
Thank you just Ernie, I use to know the answer to your question, Please
remind me.
Thank you Bud Woods, Owning 55-56-57 Chevys is at the top of my list and
always will be.
I am a Coker dealer. Need pricing, Please call with tire size needed.
A few new items available. The 57, 210 Beige armrest are in stock. I have
available again the new Molly drag link for the 55-59 Chevy pickups.
I have been spending time with the two new grandchildren. I am a 1st time
grandpa and love it. Oh, Yes they will driving 55-56-57's, As my children
did. I am building a new 57, 150 drag car. The name on this one will be
"Grandpa's Shoebox."
Thank you,
Cliff Waldron
Cliff's Classic Chevrolet
Portland Oregon
503-667-4329
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Stephen, INTERNET:stephen@starkfilms.com
The Beach Boys and their music is a topic that comes up regularly on the
list.
Last night I was lucky enough to see Brian Wilson play live in London. In
the wake of the much (overly?) documented stories of his years of excess
and
the very ill-at-ease appearance he made at the Jubilee celebrations here I
was, to be honest, a little wary.
My doubts were unfounded. He played for a joyous and emotional two and a
half hours, covered ground from Surfin' USA to the whole of Pet Sounds
through to Imagination. And it was great.
If you like his music and you get a chance to see the man - please go. You
won't be disappointed.
Thanks for the list Bob.
Stephen
55 Nomad
57 Coupe
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Rick Williams", INTERNET:rickerwill@att.net
Chris Metropolus asked about any aftermarket front inner fenderwells
available for his '57 Chevy. At last year's Cool September Days (a great
charity car show at Lake Tahoe, Nevada) I saw a beautiful '55 Belair with
smoothed inner fenders which I learned from the owner were molded from
fiberglass. The manufacturer is a boat builder in Lake Havasu City, AZ,
named Steve Faller. His (other) business is "Shoebox Suspension," and I
have been pestering him on the phone for months to go into production of
the
'57 fenderwells. Maybe if we all dropped him a line we could convince him
there is a market for this item and encourage him to make the molds and
knock out a few pairs of these parts. I know I sure want a pair for my
'57!! Steve was very personable on the phone, and told me he would get to
building the '57 fenderwells as soon as he caught up in the shop. Want to
give him a call at (928) 453-5984?
Reno Rick
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Rick Williams", INTERNET:rickerwill@att.net
Nick asked the best way to determine the overall width of a F**d rearend
swap into his Classic Chevy. Without knowing the offset of the wheels you
select, it is not possible to figure the best dimensions without actually
mocking up the setup. I would suggest that you locate some wheels that
match those you want to use (if you have not yet bought yours, as it
appeared from your message), mount up a pair of tires of the size you want
to run, then position them within the wheelwells of your Classic. If you
have already removed your stock rearend, this will be an easy task for you.
Otherwise, you can set the wheel/tire combos up on the garage floor
directly
behind your car and eyeball the clearance within the quarter panel wheel
opening lips. Then stretch a measuring tape between the mounting surfaces
of the two wheels and you will have your overall width dimension. Be
certain the inside sidewalls of the tires will also clear the inner sheet
metal (since you have moved your springs inboard, there should not be a
clearance problem with them) and any other potential obstacles in the
quarter panels. A trusted tire shop might be willing to help you with this
project. There is a nifty device they sometimes use by bolting it onto
your
hubs, setting the offset - both inside and out, and spinning it to check
all
clearances. If you can do this and account for the different width of the
modified rearend, you can get a good idea of the width you will need.
Good luck with your project!
Reno Rick
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Don & Sheila Janda, INTERNET:dnsjanda@webtv.net
Received @ HACCC web site - FYI - can anyone help them?
I am trying to find pictures of 55 Chevy pickups in the original colors of
Marine Blue and Cream. I have spent hours searching the Web to no avail. My
husband owns a 55 and we are looking at painting options for an original
type restoral. I saw these two colors somewhere a while ago, but have been
unable to find them again as they look on the truck. Can someone help us,
please?
Thank you,
Laurie Rounds
laurierounds@msn.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "brad james", INTERNET:brad1957@hotmail.com
Hi Bob:
Could you please post this on the "LIST".
Does anyone from the Los Angeles area who is coming to for the
Bow Tie Chevy International Convention in Richmond, B.C. have
any extra room in their truck or trailer to bring a windshield
up for me? Obviously I will be willing to pay for this service.
Thanks. Bradley James. brad1957@hotmail.com. 604-501-0877.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Ken Sturgill", INTERNET:ken@area-net.com
I want to put a six speed out of a 97 Z-28 in my 55 Chevy. I know the
splines on the transmission are probably different but is there anything
else I am going to run into?
How do I defeat the 2nd gear lockout?
I'm currently running a 327 with Muncie M-21 trans. Is the bolt pattern of
the 6 speed the same as my bellhousing?
What about pilot bearing?
What about the drive shaft, is it to long?
What about the yoke, is it the same?
Thanks guys for a great job.
Ken Sturgill
Marion, VA
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:KenMllr2@aol.com, INTERNET:KenMllr2@aol.com
Will be in Seattle, Wa. area during the week of June 24 and the following.
Are there any car shows, swap meets, etc, during
this time ? I am looking for a solid 57 Belair 2 dr. Hardtop , if anyone
nows
of one for sale , please let me know.
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com, INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com
hi all!
had an idea......if you want to get your whitewalls nice and shiny try a
little white shoe polish. especially if they are scuffed up. or if you
want to make your whitewalls larger (if you have radials) try 'painting'
the black tire part with white shoe polish to make the whitewall larger.
also try that stuff they use to paint windows white in construction. or
for drag racers that put it on their windows.
louis
Thanks
Ken
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com, INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com
well...i see paul newman makes not only lemonade but is also into cars! ;)
louis
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Willie, INTERNET:gabby1955@yahoo.com
I am looking for a good vacumme advance for my 55
Chevy 265 Dist. If you have a good one you would like
to sell please E-Mail me at gabby1955@yahoo.com also I
am looking for a set of 56 Buick tail lites.
Thank you, Gabby
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To: "'BOB FORD'", BOB_FORD
From: Mike Novins, INTERNET:cwcools@pacbell.net
Hello Tri-five Nuts,
Big Mike has gone crazy.Were open on "Sundays" from 9 a.m. to 12 noon.We
WE WE have added 55-7 chevy parts to our full line of Radiators & Air
Conditioning.Call us at (800)535-2034,or Fax us at (661)254-6120,
Or E-Mail us at MIKE@CALWEST-RADIATORS.COM
"Remember, when everybody else is closed, were open "
Look for the Cal West booth , at most California Car Shows & Swap
Meets.
HANG LOOSE,
BIG MIKE
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To: "'BOB FORD'", BOB_FORD
From: Rick Federighi, INTERNET:rfederig@belmont.k12.ca.us
Gabby- You are correct- Scavenger pipes were long and flared at the end.
They were attached to
a muffler, although they were still loud. The came from underneath the car
to the rear, but did not
exit. They hung anywhere from about mid point to just behind the rear
axile. You couldn't really
see them unless you looked under the car or your car had a high point.
Almost all auto part stores
had them in stock and the were very inexpensive- but then, gain, so were
most car items then-
Good hunting-Rick
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Lenny Schaeffer", INTERNET:D56chevy@attbi.com
Hi Bob
Just a quick note to all - I would love to hear from some of the lurkers
(and non lurkers)on where people are from- just to get an idea - wouldn't
it
be fun to know where you are talking to???
thanks
Lenny Schaeffer
President
Bearing Burners Car Club
Burlington MA
http://home.attbi.com/~d56chevy
BEARING BURNERS WEBSITE:
http://clubs.hemmings.com/bearingburners
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:NomadMan55@aol.com, INTERNET:NomadMan55@aol.com
Bob,
Here's a tip I learned from someone to prevent forwarding a virus to
anyone.
Insert a fictitious name in your email address book. Make sure the name
starts with the letter 'A', so it will be at the top of your list. This
way,
if the virus tries to send emails, it will be cut off by this false
address.
A message to Roger in Iowa - Your right, the repro moldings are a bit
different. The repro Belair inserts are even worse! The original inserts
had
a curve at rear end to follow the contour of the fin. The repros don't have
this, so a lot of times they will bow out or there will be a small space
between them and the body. And they cost over $500 for the set!!
In fact, I sold a very nice used set to a guy last year for $175. When
he
received them in the mail, he called me and wanted a refund because he said
they were 'bent'. When I explained to him why they were 'bent', he didn't
seem to believe me and said he still wanted his money back. So, I told him
to
ship them back and I would refund his money. Well, he must have checked
with
someone else, because I never got them back.
- Warren
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Slgraves56@aol.com, INTERNET:Slgraves56@aol.com
Bob,
The area of Hickman Mills is still called that but it is actually in the
city
limits of Kansas City. Kansas City is now in three counties and is about
360
square miles of area. A lot of driving is required to go thru this town!
Steve
Editor's note. Thank for the info Steve. I guess a lot has changed since
the 50s when I took Highway 71 to Troost Street as I drove downtown Kansas
City.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com, INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com
USED '55-'57 CHEVY PARTS>>>> '55 BelAir 4dr left quarter panel spear $20;
'57 lower steering column covers $20each; '55 sedan backglass garnish
molding trim set $75; '55 sedan upper paint dividers $40pr; '57 BelAir
crown molding (1) $40; sedan backglass exterior stainless trim set $60;
six
passenger wagon rear seat bottom hinge $10; 210 2dr sedan beltline molding
set $70; '55 taillight housings $30pr; NOS '56 Delco electric wiper arms
$100pr; '55 BelAir 4dr interior door panel trim set $25; '55 210 4dr
interior door panel stainless trim set $20; '55 210 4dr rear door spears
$20each; '55 left rear accessory bumper guard $25; '56 BelAir 4dr hardtop
upper paint dividers $50pr; '56 BelAir 4dr sedan/wagon door side trim
$20ea;
'57 210/BelAir 4dr door side trim $20each. Pictures available upon
request.
Shipping is additional.
Wyatt S. Smolick
Fleetwood, PA
WSSmolick@aol.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com, INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com
Bob,
Another way to distinguish real emails from bogus virus-spreading emails
is to look at the subject. I delete emails, even from addresses I
recognize,
if the subject is generic as 'info needed' or 'question for you' or 'RE:
question for you'. If you're going to email somebody, you better state
what
the email is about in the subject heading.
Wyatt Smolick
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:FORCEFANS@aol.com, INTERNET:FORCEFANS@aol.com
Bob, Please put this on your next " For Sale" list, and keep up the good
work. I look forward to reading it every time! Thanks
For Sale: '57 Chevy frame. Cleaned and painted years ago but needs a little
touch up. $350
'69 Belair trunk lid w/lock and key. Good condition $75
'76 Chevy 350 ,carb. to pan. Ran good when removed from Suburban(10 years
ago) $250
Lee (585)-586-0512 anytime or email : forcefans@aol.com
Located in Rochester NY
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Rolasan@aol.com, INTERNET:Rolasan@aol.com
Gabby, I had a pair on a '59 Vette and they were as you describe. Mine were
slipped directly into the mufflers and clamped. They exited under the rear
axle. I haven't seen any in years and have no idea if or where you could
buy
them.
Regards, Bob Sanford
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Jeff Wilson", INTERNET:jwilson@unctv.org
While it's a little off-topic, I though you all might be interested in this
article on how the Cubans preserve/ restore all their old 50's US cars....
http://www.nytimes.com/2002/06/05/arts/television/05CHEV.html?ex=1024280580
&ei=1&en=4a583e91ea481f5a
I'll keep an eye open for the TV show- since I do work for PBS....
CJ Wilson
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: "Clive Sampson", INTERNET:jaunsampson@hotmail.com
bob
Great list. I look forward each one. Your discussions about the Fifties
really bring back some great memories.
Does anyone remember what the name of the company we used in he Fifties to
ship packages by rail? I remember their trucks were green with red emblems
but I can't recall the company name. Did they go out of business?
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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: June13¤é2002¦~Thursday 1:59 PM
To: Blind.Copy.Receiver@compuserve.com
Subject: 57-56-55 CHEVY LISTL
THIS IS THE 57-56-55 CHEVY LIST FOR
JUNE 13, 2002
IF THIS E-MAIL HAS AN ATTACHMENT, IMMEDIATELY DELETE THIS E-MAIL.
THIS LIST IS DESIGNED AS A MEANS FOR PEOPLE INTERESTED IN THE 1955, 1956,
AND 1957 CHEVROLETS TO COMMUNICATE WITH EACH OTHER AND HAVE A
LITTLE FUN IN THE PROCESS. 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.
IF YOU BUY SOMETHING FROM A LIST MEMBER, PLEASE BE AWARE THAT I HAVE
NO WAY OF KNOWING THE QUALITY OF THE PRODUCT OR THE HONESTY OF THE
SELLER. BUYER BEWARE.
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: "HENRY ALICEA", INTERNET:popsrocker@msn.com
Please post in the list
55 CHEVY 6 CYLINDER ENGINE COMPLETE WITH THREE SPEED TRANSMISSION, REMOVED
FROM HANDYMAN WAGON, COMPLETE FAN TO TRANSMISSION, OIL PAN TO AIR CLEANER,
EVEN HAS AN OIL FILTER. LOCATED IN MIAMI FLORIDA, CALL 305-984-4921 OR
E-MAIL popsrocker@msn.com $300.00 O.B.O.
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To: [unknown], Bob_Ford
From: Mark C Bach, INTERNET:m_bach@juno.com
On a typical carburetor what adjustments should you expect to make when
changing elevation? I have an Edelbrock and might be going through some
mountain passes and then down to sea level.
Mark in AZ
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Bobby D. Jefcoat", INTERNET:jefcoat@panola.com
Hi Bob; Enjoy your mailing list very much. Could you please post that I am
looking for a complete set of door arm rests for a 56 chevy 210. contact me
at jefcoat@panola.com thanks, Bobby Jefcoat
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To: [unknown], INTERNET:Our-Car-Friends@USA.com
From: "Mull, Jerald", INTERNET:Jerald.Mull@trw.com
* One dragster's 500-inch Hemi makes more horsepower than the first 8 rows
at Daytona.
* Under full throttle, a dragster engine consumes 1 1/2 gallons of nitro
per second, the same rate of fuel consumption as a fully loaded 747 but
with 4 times the energy release per volume.
* The supercharger takes more power to drive then a stock hemi makes.
* With nearly 3000 CFM of air being rammed in by the supercharger on
overdrive, the fuel mixture is compressed into nearly-solid form before
ignition. Cylinders run on the verge of hydraulic lock.
* Dual magnetos apply 44 amps to each spark plug. This is equivalent to the
output of an arc welder in each cylinder.
* At stoichiometric (exact) 1.7:1 air/fuel mixture (for nitro), the flame
front of nitro methane measures 7050 degrees F.
* Nitro methane burns yellow. The spectacular white flame seen above the
stacks at night is burning hydrogen, dissociated from atmospheric water
vapor by the searing exhaust gases.
* Spark plug electrodes are totally consumed during a pass. After 1/2 way,
the engine is dieseling from compression-plus the glow of exhaust valves at
1400 degrees F. The engine can only be shut down by cutting of it's fuel
flow.
* If spark momentarily fails early in the run, unburned nitro builds up in
those cylinders and then explodes with a force that can blow cylinder heads
off the block in pieces or blow the block in half.
* Dragsters twist the crank (torsionally) so far (20 degrees in the big end
of the track) that sometimes cam lobes are ground offset from front to rear
to re-phase the valve timing somewhere closer to synchronization with the
pistons.
* To exceed 300 mph in 4.5 seconds dragsters must accelerate at an average
of over 4G's. But in reaching 200 mph well before 1/2 track, launch
acceleration is closer to 8G's.
* Drivers shut off before the finish line, or even dual parachutes will not
stop the car.
* If all the equipment is paid off, the crew worked for free, and for once
NOTHING BLOWS UP, each run costs $1000.00 per second.
* Dragsters reach over 300 miles per hour before you have read this
sentence.
Joel Guenther
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:JWargowski@aol.com, INTERNET:JWargowski@aol.com
I usually gloss over the off topic posts, but the discussion over the TV
tubes caught my attention.
There seems to be some confusion over the termonology. As Bob pointed out,
the majority of televisions and computer monitors still use picture tubes
(Cathode Ray Tubes, or CRT's) This is the actual screen you are looking at,
which is a vaccume tube similar in concept, but much different in
construction than a electronic tube as most people think of them. Other
than the CRT, there are no other tubes in modern TV sets. And yes, most
modern CRT's have power applied to them at all times, keeping them "warm"
for quick turn on times. This is a relatively modern feature, which is why
older TV CRT's need time to warm up and display pictures.
The alternatives to CRT's are the LCD and the Plasma display, which are the
flat screens used on laptop computers and very high end televisions
(several thousands of dollars). These are the only types of televisions
with absolutely no vaccume tubes of any kind.
Now back to my tubless 56 chevy ....
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Clifchev@aol.com, INTERNET:Clifchev@aol.com
To list members: Thank you to Leroy for responding, You are correct.
Thank you just Ernie, I use to know the answer to your question, Please
remind me.
Thank you Bud Woods, Owning 55-56-57 Chevys is at the top of my list and
always will be.
I am a Coker dealer. Need pricing, Please call with tire size needed.
A few new items available. The 57, 210 Beige armrest are in stock. I have
available again the new Molly drag link for the 55-59 Chevy pickups.
I have been spending time with the two new grandchildren. I am a 1st time
grandpa and love it. Oh, Yes they will driving 55-56-57's, As my children
did. I am building a new 57, 150 drag car. The name on this one will be
"Grandpa's Shoebox."
Thank you,
Cliff Waldron
Cliff's Classic Chevrolet
Portland Oregon
503-667-4329
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: Stephen, INTERNET:stephen@starkfilms.com
The Beach Boys and their music is a topic that comes up regularly on the
list.
Last night I was lucky enough to see Brian Wilson play live in London. In
the wake of the much (overly?) documented stories of his years of excess
and
the very ill-at-ease appearance he made at the Jubilee celebrations here I
was, to be honest, a little wary.
My doubts were unfounded. He played for a joyous and emotional two and a
half hours, covered ground from Surfin' USA to the whole of Pet Sounds
through to Imagination. And it was great.
If you like his music and you get a chance to see the man - please go. You
won't be disappointed.
Thanks for the list Bob.
Stephen
55 Nomad
57 Coupe
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Rick Williams", INTERNET:rickerwill@att.net
Chris Metropolus asked about any aftermarket front inner fenderwells
available for his '57 Chevy. At last year's Cool September Days (a great
charity car show at Lake Tahoe, Nevada) I saw a beautiful '55 Belair with
smoothed inner fenders which I learned from the owner were molded from
fiberglass. The manufacturer is a boat builder in Lake Havasu City, AZ,
named Steve Faller. His (other) business is "Shoebox Suspension," and I
have been pestering him on the phone for months to go into production of
the
'57 fenderwells. Maybe if we all dropped him a line we could convince him
there is a market for this item and encourage him to make the molds and
knock out a few pairs of these parts. I know I sure want a pair for my
'57!! Steve was very personable on the phone, and told me he would get to
building the '57 fenderwells as soon as he caught up in the shop. Want to
give him a call at (928) 453-5984?
Reno Rick
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Rick Williams", INTERNET:rickerwill@att.net
Nick asked the best way to determine the overall width of a F**d rearend
swap into his Classic Chevy. Without knowing the offset of the wheels you
select, it is not possible to figure the best dimensions without actually
mocking up the setup. I would suggest that you locate some wheels that
match those you want to use (if you have not yet bought yours, as it
appeared from your message), mount up a pair of tires of the size you want
to run, then position them within the wheelwells of your Classic. If you
have already removed your stock rearend, this will be an easy task for you.
Otherwise, you can set the wheel/tire combos up on the garage floor
directly
behind your car and eyeball the clearance within the quarter panel wheel
opening lips. Then stretch a measuring tape between the mounting surfaces
of the two wheels and you will have your overall width dimension. Be
certain the inside sidewalls of the tires will also clear the inner sheet
metal (since you have moved your springs inboard, there should not be a
clearance problem with them) and any other potential obstacles in the
quarter panels. A trusted tire shop might be willing to help you with this
project. There is a nifty device they sometimes use by bolting it onto
your
hubs, setting the offset - both inside and out, and spinning it to check
all
clearances. If you can do this and account for the different width of the
modified rearend, you can get a good idea of the width you will need.
Good luck with your project!
Reno Rick
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Don & Sheila Janda, INTERNET:dnsjanda@webtv.net
Received @ HACCC web site - FYI - can anyone help them?
I am trying to find pictures of 55 Chevy pickups in the original colors of
Marine Blue and Cream. I have spent hours searching the Web to no avail. My
husband owns a 55 and we are looking at painting options for an original
type restoral. I saw these two colors somewhere a while ago, but have been
unable to find them again as they look on the truck. Can someone help us,
please?
Thank you,
Laurie Rounds
laurierounds@msn.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "brad james", INTERNET:brad1957@hotmail.com
Hi Bob:
Could you please post this on the "LIST".
Does anyone from the Los Angeles area who is coming to for the
Bow Tie Chevy International Convention in Richmond, B.C. have
any extra room in their truck or trailer to bring a windshield
up for me? Obviously I will be willing to pay for this service.
Thanks. Bradley James. brad1957@hotmail.com. 604-501-0877.
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Ken Sturgill", INTERNET:ken@area-net.com
I want to put a six speed out of a 97 Z-28 in my 55 Chevy. I know the
splines on the transmission are probably different but is there anything
else I am going to run into?
How do I defeat the 2nd gear lockout?
I'm currently running a 327 with Muncie M-21 trans. Is the bolt pattern of
the 6 speed the same as my bellhousing?
What about pilot bearing?
What about the drive shaft, is it to long?
What about the yoke, is it the same?
Thanks guys for a great job.
Ken Sturgill
Marion, VA
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:KenMllr2@aol.com, INTERNET:KenMllr2@aol.com
Will be in Seattle, Wa. area during the week of June 24 and the following.
Are there any car shows, swap meets, etc, during
this time ? I am looking for a solid 57 Belair 2 dr. Hardtop , if anyone
nows
of one for sale , please let me know.
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To: [unknown], bob_ford
From: INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com, INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com
hi all!
had an idea......if you want to get your whitewalls nice and shiny try a
little white shoe polish. especially if they are scuffed up. or if you
want to make your whitewalls larger (if you have radials) try 'painting'
the black tire part with white shoe polish to make the whitewall larger.
also try that stuff they use to paint windows white in construction. or
for drag racers that put it on their windows.
louis
Thanks
Ken
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com, INTERNET:lou1@westnet.com
well...i see paul newman makes not only lemonade but is also into cars! ;)
louis
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: Willie, INTERNET:gabby1955@yahoo.com
I am looking for a good vacumme advance for my 55
Chevy 265 Dist. If you have a good one you would like
to sell please E-Mail me at gabby1955@yahoo.com also I
am looking for a set of 56 Buick tail lites.
Thank you, Gabby
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To: "'BOB FORD'", BOB_FORD
From: Mike Novins, INTERNET:cwcools@pacbell.net
Hello Tri-five Nuts,
Big Mike has gone crazy.Were open on "Sundays" from 9 a.m. to 12 noon.We
WE WE have added 55-7 chevy parts to our full line of Radiators & Air
Conditioning.Call us at (800)535-2034,or Fax us at (661)254-6120,
Or E-Mail us at MIKE@CALWEST-RADIATORS.COM
"Remember, when everybody else is closed, were open "
Look for the Cal West booth , at most California Car Shows & Swap
Meets.
HANG LOOSE,
BIG MIKE
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To: "'BOB FORD'", BOB_FORD
From: Rick Federighi, INTERNET:rfederig@belmont.k12.ca.us
Gabby- You are correct- Scavenger pipes were long and flared at the end.
They were attached to
a muffler, although they were still loud. The came from underneath the car
to the rear, but did not
exit. They hung anywhere from about mid point to just behind the rear
axile. You couldn't really
see them unless you looked under the car or your car had a high point.
Almost all auto part stores
had them in stock and the were very inexpensive- but then, gain, so were
most car items then-
Good hunting-Rick
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To: "BOB FORD", BOB_FORD
From: "Lenny Schaeffer", INTERNET:D56chevy@attbi.com
Hi Bob
Just a quick note to all - I would love to hear from some of the lurkers
(and non lurkers)on where people are from- just to get an idea - wouldn't
it
be fun to know where you are talking to???
thanks
Lenny Schaeffer
President
Bearing Burners Car Club
Burlington MA
http://home.attbi.com/~d56chevy
BEARING BURNERS WEBSITE:
http://clubs.hemmings.com/bearingburners
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:NomadMan55@aol.com, INTERNET:NomadMan55@aol.com
Bob,
Here's a tip I learned from someone to prevent forwarding a virus to
anyone.
Insert a fictitious name in your email address book. Make sure the name
starts with the letter 'A', so it will be at the top of your list. This
way,
if the virus tries to send emails, it will be cut off by this false
address.
A message to Roger in Iowa - Your right, the repro moldings are a bit
different. The repro Belair inserts are even worse! The original inserts
had
a curve at rear end to follow the contour of the fin. The repros don't have
this, so a lot of times they will bow out or there will be a small space
between them and the body. And they cost over $500 for the set!!
In fact, I sold a very nice used set to a guy last year for $175. When
he
received them in the mail, he called me and wanted a refund because he said
they were 'bent'. When I explained to him why they were 'bent', he didn't
seem to believe me and said he still wanted his money back. So, I told him
to
ship them back and I would refund his money. Well, he must have checked
with
someone else, because I never got them back.
- Warren
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Slgraves56@aol.com, INTERNET:Slgraves56@aol.com
Bob,
The area of Hickman Mills is still called that but it is actually in the
city
limits of Kansas City. Kansas City is now in three counties and is about
360
square miles of area. A lot of driving is required to go thru this town!
Steve
Editor's note. Thank for the info Steve. I guess a lot has changed since
the 50s when I took Highway 71 to Troost Street as I drove downtown Kansas
City.
BOB
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com, INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com
USED '55-'57 CHEVY PARTS>>>> '55 BelAir 4dr left quarter panel spear $20;
'57 lower steering column covers $20each; '55 sedan backglass garnish
molding trim set $75; '55 sedan upper paint dividers $40pr; '57 BelAir
crown molding (1) $40; sedan backglass exterior stainless trim set $60;
six
passenger wagon rear seat bottom hinge $10; 210 2dr sedan beltline molding
set $70; '55 taillight housings $30pr; NOS '56 Delco electric wiper arms
$100pr; '55 BelAir 4dr interior door panel trim set $25; '55 210 4dr
interior door panel stainless trim set $20; '55 210 4dr rear door spears
$20each; '55 left rear accessory bumper guard $25; '56 BelAir 4dr hardtop
upper paint dividers $50pr; '56 BelAir 4dr sedan/wagon door side trim
$20ea;
'57 210/BelAir 4dr door side trim $20each. Pictures available upon
request.
Shipping is additional.
Wyatt S. Smolick
Fleetwood, PA
WSSmolick@aol.com
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com, INTERNET:WSSmolick@aol.com
Bob,
Another way to distinguish real emails from bogus virus-spreading emails
is to look at the subject. I delete emails, even from addresses I
recognize,
if the subject is generic as 'info needed' or 'question for you' or 'RE:
question for you'. If you're going to email somebody, you better state
what
the email is about in the subject heading.
Wyatt Smolick
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:FORCEFANS@aol.com, INTERNET:FORCEFANS@aol.com
Bob, Please put this on your next " For Sale" list, and keep up the good
work. I look forward to reading it every time! Thanks
For Sale: '57 Chevy frame. Cleaned and painted years ago but needs a little
touch up. $350
'69 Belair trunk lid w/lock and key. Good condition $75
'76 Chevy 350 ,carb. to pan. Ran good when removed from Suburban(10 years
ago) $250
Lee (585)-586-0512 anytime or email : forcefans@aol.com
Located in Rochester NY
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: INTERNET:Rolasan@aol.com, INTERNET:Rolasan@aol.com
Gabby, I had a pair on a '59 Vette and they were as you describe. Mine were
slipped directly into the mufflers and clamped. They exited under the rear
axle. I haven't seen any in years and have no idea if or where you could
buy
them.
Regards, Bob Sanford
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To: [unknown], BOB_FORD
From: "Jeff Wilson", INTERNET:jwilson@unctv.org
While it's a little off-topic, I though you all might be interested in this
article on how the Cubans preserve/ restore all their old 50's US cars....
http://www.nytimes.com/2002/06/05/arts/television/05CHEV.html?ex=1024280580
&ei=1&en=4a583e91ea481f5a
I'll keep an eye open for the TV show- since I do work for PBS....
CJ Wilson
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To: BOB FORD, BOB_FORD
From: "Clive Sampson", INTERNET:jaunsampson@hotmail.com
bob
Great list. I look forward each one. Your discussions about the Fifties
really bring back some great memories.
Does anyone remember what the name of the company we used in he Fifties to
ship packages by rail? I remember their trucks were green with red emblems
but I can't recall the company name. Did they go out of business?
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