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Overlooking the town of Harpers Ferry, WV at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers is the crumbling ruins of the Hilltop House. I never got to stay here but have dined in the restaurant before the hotel closed. Plans are now underway to completely renovate/rebuild this landmark. I hope it happens.
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We enjoyed the Dearborn Inn when we last visited the Henry Ford and Greenfield Village.
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On 10/21/2023 at 4:55 PM, 3macboys said:
Two of our favorites from the last few years Hotel Roanoke in Roanoke, Va
X2 on the Hotel Roanoke. The Wife and I love the city and have enjoyed a weekend stay there many times. Roanoke, a big Railroad town, has some interesting things to see such as The Virginia Transportation Museum, The O. Winston Link Museum which is housed in the old Norfolk and Western Station right next door to the hotel, and the Roanoke Pinball Museum. If you like vintage pinball machines, this isn't a static display. I think we paid $13 to play the machines as long as we wanted.
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Please don't judge but I am one vendor that had to leave early. My job, pets and my 90 year old Mother required a shorter Hershey for me this year and I chose to be there the first half (Monday thru Wednesday) rather than the latter half.
THE GOOD: It was great to see friends once again and thank you to those forum members that stopped by to say hello. Hershey is special and the people are what makes it special. It was also good to see Mr. Moscowitz cruising around the grounds. I only spoke to him briefly and he seemed quite tired but it was good to see him out and about!
THE SO-SO: Sales seemed a bit off this year. I always bring a different variety of parts for sale so maybe what I brought this year just wasn't what people needed. I have had years where me and a helper barely had time to sit down because we were so busy helping customers. This year we had plenty of idle time between customers. I was there Monday thru Wednesday evening and the crowd seemed smaller, at least to me it did. Weather was a bit on the warm side too and I think it pooped some people out prematurely. I also didn't see/meet as many of our foreign friends again this year as years past.
THE BAD: It's hard to say anything bad about the Hershey meet, but the dozens and dozens (hundreds?) of empty spaces are a concern and something I'll never quite understand. If all the spaces get sold out, why would anyone pay for spaces and not show up at all? Maybe it's just me but it seems there is a big difference between pre pandemic and post pandemic. Also, bicycles, mopeds and even motorcycles were out of control on the grounds.
That is my observances from this week in a nutshell.
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I don't think ANYONE has an issue with mobility scooters/carts being used by anyone with mobility issues, despite age. I know folks who are fairly young that suffer from arthritis, ms, cmt and other issues, so please don't judge. It's not limited to the elderly. I have no doubt however that it is being severely abused. I saw LOTS of bicycles, mopeds and even motorcycles being ridden around. That one bugs me.
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I have got the truck and trailer LOADED down with Model T and A parts, Headlights (mostly nickel era), and an eclectic assortment of other goodies, nearly all pre-war! See you at Hershey in a few days! Spaces C4Y 1-4.
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Yes, take Park Blvd to the south side of the Chocolate field and follow signs. Sorry I can't seem to get it rotated properly.
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TAKerry is correct. Your photo is of a Billet Specialties Wheel. $4,100.00 will buy you a set.
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I can't quit looking at that 1959 Studebaker Hawk! That car is BEE-YOU-TEE-FUL!!
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I did not make it to Carlisle this fall but am all geared up and ready to go to Hershey next week!
I have friends that set up at Carlisle and they report that sales have been better this week than in recent years.
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2 hours ago, edinmass said:
He stopped by and chatted for half an hour and lots of people were taking photos of us and the car.
Ed, they were probably taking photos of you. You just haven't realized what a celebrity you've become! 😎
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$150 at Hershey. Find me in North Chocolate C4Y 1-4.
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3 hours ago, edinmass said:
Take breaks often???? Hell, at my age if I stop for more than three minutes I can barely get back up again!
Falling down because of too much Crown consumption doesn't count Ed. Weave and stagger your way over to C4Y 1-2 (right across from Bricker's Fries) and say hello. That goes for any of you here on the forum. We'll have a place to sit in the shade and cold drinks. I'll even help you back up if needed.
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I'll bring it to Hershey. PM sent.
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If the leaks aren't too bad and the car runs well I'd leave it alone and keep an eye on fluid levels. If fluids are running out as fast as you put them in then I'd pull both and go through both. Cost will depend on how much of the work you are comfortable doing. Check with a local engine and trans rebuilder that you trust to get a cost estimate for teardown/inspection/rebuild.
A '67 Riv with the 430 also has a TH400 transmission I believe. I'm not a GM guy for the most part but that is a super combo!
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So you're just wondering if the engine is stock/not rebuilt or if it's ever been redone sometime in the past? Not really any way to tell without a teardown. How many miles are on the car? Sounds like you only need some seals replaced but that would require pulling the engine. A thorough inspection would be in order while the engine is out.
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If I'm being told an engine has been rebuilt (recently I assume?) I ask for receipts or at least WHO did the rebuild. That is the only EASY way to confirm that I know of. If that is not available then you don't have much to go on. Is the engine clean? Freshly painted? Does a compression test show excellent and consistent numbers? If the head or oil pan can be pulled for a look inside, look for freshly honed cylinder walls, clean piston tops and clean, crisp valves/seats. Are there shims (babbitt bearings) on the rods and mains? Sludge in the oil pan? Does it run well without smoke or noise? I'm making some assumptions since you don't mention what year or type of engine, if the engine is runnable or even currently in a vehicle.
Sometimes a person claiming a "rebuilt" engine mean it has fresh points and plugs! Be skeptical if receipts or at minimum the name of the shop that did the work cannot be produced!
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bumper is in great shape. Not planning to bring it unless someone wants it.
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Leaving these at home unless someone wants them.
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Nice hood believed to be from a 1927-1928 Chrysler four. Hood is in nice condition. I will bring this to Hershey if anyone can use it. $100.00
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Thank you for starting this thread as a reminder to remember the hard work that goes into putting on a show like Hershey! THANK YOU to EVERYONE involved on putting in the greatest antique automobile show and swap meet on earth!! I hope to see see many of you there!
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There is no "black" field on the map, the above poster is referring to the Chocolate fields (north and south). It would be a shame to miss the Chocolate fields as they are in the heart of the swap meet and there are always lots of goodies to be found.
Wear the most comfortable shoes you have, take breaks often and soak your feet at night if you need to, but don't rush through any of it or you may miss some great stuff!
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If you saw a toilet seat and an attic vent together, wouldn't you too think, "hey! car grille!"
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Cool Old Hotels
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Old photos I can find look like it was mostly stone. Later photos show the majority of the stone covered over with plaster. It will be an ambitious project. I just read that due to the current state of disrepair, it will need to be rebuilt from the foundation up. Here is a link to the website.
https://www.hilltophousehotel.com/