TerryB

1965 Mercedes Benz 220s is my guess. Terry

It's an airstream, not airflow. Airflows are more, well, aerodynamic in shape with headlights integrated into the fenders and a more sloping front end.

Telling us the truck manufacturer would be helpful too.

Yes, that is part of it and it self times the heat duration. They also supply their own patches to use with this device. The key to this is the timing, 1946. WW 2 had limited the supply of tires so many people were riding around on tires that were in poor shape but still could not get or afford tires after the war. This machine was the stopgap until new tires were more plentiful. Terry

You folks on this form are an amazing group when it comes to knowledge about autos and their accessories. Today I in my collection of auto catalogs I came across this catalog for the 1946 Resistoflex Vulmaster. Ever heard of it? I can honestly say I never have. It sounded like something from a Back to the Future movie to me. The catalog teases you with how this is the year the Resistoflex Vulmaster can make you a rich man and then, in the center of the catalog, bang, there it is in all its glory. Enjoy, Terry

Neat accessory for sure! It looks great after your rework.

I looked in my 1979 edition of the EIS brake parts company catalog and, as Joe said earlier, no luck as they must have been rare even back then. I thought I would at least be able to give you a part number but none exists in the book. Terry

We like pictures! Thanks for posting. Terry

It was sent to Ford owners who were on the mailing list for the Ford Times magazine and you could get it from the local Ford dealer. This is the first edition, a second was printed in 1968 and later the two were combined into a hardback publication. The cover on the first edition is nicer with the Mustang (and canned ham) featured on the cover.

In 1965 Ford came up with the perfect accessory for the hungry Mustang owner, this traveler's cookbook containing meals you can make while on the go. The book is copyrighted 1965. I've seen others from Ford but this one with the Mustang on the cover is one of the best. I bet your mouth is watering for some of that canned ham and canned chili! Terry

I think it's the remains of a wind up tractor toy. The large wheels would have a bulldozer like track around them. Timeframe is late 50s. Terry

No response from my email to Kevin so the mystery continues. Terry

Maybe pickup? The first number, 6, usually decodes to 1935-37 era. Terry

It is a Pontiac and not a Hudson. 1953 seems like the correct year.

The library is quite an asset to the AACA, especially as a tool to help the public understand and enjoy the history of the automobile and its relevance to our world. Congrats on the recent acquisitions! Terry

Yes, AAA plate on front. PA did not issue a front plate in 1944 and 1945 as a way to save metal for the war effort.

I'm a bit late to this thread but here is mom and son photo taken during WWII. Car is a 37 Nash. Terry

Interesting old photo I found recently of a gent with his Durant. Some nice old cars in the background too! Picture is probably late 1920s. Terry

Email sent to Kevin, waiting to hear what he says. Terry

Hello AACA library and others following this thread. 1. Yes the outer cover is textured, similar to what linen cloth is like. It has raised bumps and is not smooth. 2. Yes the staples are rusty and the metal is dark. 3. The pages are not bright white, that effect is from the LED strip light over my workbench. The paper is darker in color and has a brownish finish. 4. The book itself is not stiff, its cover and pages flex quite easily. I do tend to think it's the real thing and in great condition for its age. I've seen the reprints for the 20's era Buick and it's nothing like them. Your comments are greatly appreciated. Terry

Thank you Terry for all your help! I will try the contact you gave me.

A search on google found the Acorn Press to be in business in Jackson in 1912 according to a business directory for the city. Terry

At first glance, the book appeared old, I just wasn't 100% sure of exact age. Additional photos attached. Wasn't Buick in Jackson MI for a while? I thought I had read that somewhere. Anyway, here's more photos and thanks for the additional info.

Forgot to add size is 5 1/4" by 8 1/4. Terry

I found this Buick Instruction book for four cylinder cars at an estate sale a few years ago. The sellers didn't know much about it and it's ties to the family. I believe it's original but I would like the Buick folks here to comment on that. The book's cover has a raised linen like feel, contains 27 pages, and references the models D, S, H and K which are 1907 from what I can find. The last page indicates it was printed by Acorn Press in Jackson Michigan. The paper and brown age marks seem to indicate it's about the right age to be original. Check out the photos and let me know what you think. Terry