Peter J.Heizmann

Plymouthy, Do you have any info on the original question: Eastwood's plating system?

Hugh32, In the header bar at the top click on "Search". Keyword "Canada". This topic was discussed many times over the years. You will find some good dialogue and tips. Keep going back through pages. I checked out page 2 then 3 and Canada importing comes up quite often as you go back in time. (Unfortunately Importing from Europe threads show up too however topics on "Canada" are easily seen.) Regards, Peter J. Heizmann

Wayne, As usual you post photos and comments very promptly so all of us on the Forum can enjoy it. For this I thank you very much. Always enjoy your updates. Peter J...

Hi, Bill. The recommended tonque weight is 10-13% on the hitch. I bought a "Sherline Products Tongue Scale" ($110 range). My TR-6 & Southwestern 16' trailer have a GVW of 5240#. Have a tool box in the trailer's nose. NOTE: I also had my luggage and AACA Literature boxes in the bed of the truck before leaving for a National Meet (The items in the tow vehicle come into play big time if you want assurance the whole rig is set up correctly.) --Moved car onto trailer. Weighed the tongue and it came out to 855#. Moved the car back at intervals until the tonque weight registered at 550#. Marked off the location of the car and installed wheel chocks for the front wheels. Now every time I load the car I know it is the correct tonque weight. --Tonque Scales are a must for people who tow an assortment of vehicles as naturally the tonque weight varies with vehicle weights. Regards, Peter J.

Marlin65...Welcome to the AACA Forum. Have you clicked on the <span style="color: #CC0000">75th Anniversary link </span>on the Home Page AACA National Events (right column) for the latest information? If you already checked it out then I can say it is a work in progress by Chairman Joe Gagliano, Judy Edwards, and their team who will be prgressively updating the site with details. Regards, Peter J.

How about that cover photo, folks? Another great one West & Steve... Peter J.

Ron...Welcome to the AACA Forum. It may be a long shot however I suggest you contact our AACA Library & Research Center. We retain thousands of period literature on many vehicles to include original spec sheets. In addition to vehicle literature we also have miscellaneous pieces that just may help you out. Certainly worth while. You also could request copies (nominal charge) of any info. Click on Resources at the top of the page then AACA Library from the drop down box. Our librarian, Chris Ritter and his staff could be contacted directly if you so desire: 717-534-2082 or critter@aacalibrary.org Regards, Peter J.

Hello, Brian...Welcome to the AACA and our Forum. At your leisure scroll around our web site. Check out the many services in the yellow bar at the top. The drop down boxes have many interesting topics and services of the AACA. For your children we have the Youth topics, Wheels newsletter geared for young ones, youth activities at meets, scholarship opportunities, and much more. Of note our Library & Research Center, world-class Museum and National Headquarters all in Hershey would make a great one day (or more) trip with your family. Regards, Peter J.

Cannot think of a caption but I'll bet that truck driver is still laughing...

Kent...Welcome to the AACA Forum. I highly recommend that you try our AACA Library & Research Center. Within the header at the top of this page, click on "Resources", drop down box click on Library. We retain thousands of original shop manuals, sales literature, and, other volumes of material. Or, 717-534-2082 Regards, Peter J.

Frank...Welcome to the AACA Forum. I highly recommend that you try our AACA Library & Research Center. We retain thousands of original automotive research books, sales literature, and, technical manuals. Click on "Library" on the home page or "Resources" drop down menu at the top of this page. AACA Library & Research Center 501 W. Governor Rd. Hershey, PA 17033 Ph: 717-534-2082 kgardner@aacalibrary.org or critter@aacalibrary.org Regards, Peter J.

Hi, Judy. Works fine and great job as usual. Agree with Bill Stoneberg that to have a link to switch to another year would be helpful but not earth-shattering. Regards, Peter.

Hello, Neil...Welcome to the AACA Forum. I took a look through the 2008 Awards listing and there is a 1912 Reo owned at the time by one John Manifor who won a 1st Junior in 1965. The meet is listed as South Gate however the state is not noted. There are South Gates in MD, IN, GA, and, CA. Hopefully, someone who recalls this meet will chime in soon. Regards, Peter J.

Nice dash you have there, Dave... Peter J.

Hi, Dan. I highly recommend you try our AACA Library & Research Center. Within the yellow header drop-down bar above click on "Resources" then AACA Library. There you will see a research request icon...or Phone the Library & Research Center @ 717-534-2082. Regards, Peter.

Glad this helped, Charlie. See you in Hershey. Peter J.

Hello, Jeff. I checked the on-line catalogue of the AACA Library & Research Center ("LIBRARY" icon on the AACA home page). Nothing under F.W. Vogler however, we have the following listed when I used the "Northwest Auto Company" as a search word. <span style="font-weight: bold">Marque or Author Jordan, Philip D. (Philip Dillon), 1903-1980 Title: National Road. Published: Indianapolis, Bobbs-Merrill Co. [1948] Description: 442 p. illus., map (on lining-papers) 23 cm. </span> On a daily basis, we are listing more literature so please do not assume the above "National Road" book is the only info we retain. Our AACA Library & Research Center is our repository for thousands of books, periodicals, tech manuals for automotive research. We retain a wonderful staff that could research your query to the fullest: Click on "Library" under "Resources" within the header of this page and submit a research request. (Self explanatory steps listed). <span style="font-weight: bold">NOTE: As an AACA Member you are entitled 1 1/2 hours of "free" research time per year by our staff. The $10 processing fee still applies. May be well worth your effort to submit a Research Request.</span> OR... Kim Miller, Librarian AACA Library & Research Center 717-534-2082 kmiller@aacalibrary.org Regards, PJH...

Pat, Thank you very much for your efforts in posting the results so quickly. Peter J...

Hi, Charlie. The roof is galvanized not stainless. Prep instructions state scrubbing the roof with a water and TSP (Trisodium Phosphate) solution, rinse it well, and, let dry. Coated mine some time ago and 5/8ths of the roof is looking good. Noticed a few areas that I am in the process of touching up. Started to scrap it two weeks ago then rain halted my efforts. After Cumberland I'll finish it. No more than a 30 minute job. Peter J.

Hi, Charlie. One cannot assume that everyone in AACA checks the forum. You could send an e-mail to the meet chairman. (Info is on the meet brochure.) Peter J.

Gary, Sounds like a good question for the AACA Library & Research Center. Our AACA Library & Research Center is a repository of thousands of original automotive books, spec sheets, and, sales literature. You could do two things: 1. Click on Library under the Resources block above for an overview of our Library & Research Center and Request Form info...or, 2. Phone the L&RC and speak with Kim Miller, Librarian or any other staff members. (717-534-2082) By the way, I am an alumnus of MACV (JLG-12) Joint Liaison Group 12, IV Corp, 1969-70. Send a PM if you wish. Best, Peter J.

Dale...Welcome to the Forum. Our AACA Library & Research Center is a repository of thousands of original automotive books, spec sheets, and, sales literature. In addition to 1937hd45's advice... 1. Click on Library under the Resources block above for an overview of our Library & Research Center and Request Form info...or, 2. Phone the L&RC and speak with Kim Miller, Librarian or any other staff members. (717-534-2082) Best, Peter J.

Hi, Charlie. I used 1.5 gallons and applied with a roller. The coating is of thin viscosity so it took 3 coats to build up the millage. The roof is galvanized like many trailers, thus, very hot heat retention. With the coating on it is slightly warm on days of 90-98 degrees. Lower than that, it is actually cool to the touch. Previously, one could burn their hand touching the unfinished galvanizing. Did not check the before and after inside temperature, however, it was like opening a blast furnace before coating. On very hot days now the air temp is actually comfortable when entering the trailer. FYI...Bought it at Keiffer's RV Sales, Stowe, PA up the road from you, Charlie. Regards, Peter J.

Paul, Good points about the roof painting. I did just that 2 years ago after noticing the white coating on a school bus roof. Painted the galvanized roof on my trailer with Premium White "Elastomeric" roof coating (bought it at a local RV dealer). It forms a rubber-like coating that withstands expansion and contraction. Did a before and after check of the heat inside my un-ventilated trailer. It certainly makes a huge difference. Of note, it took 3 coats but well worth it. Peter J.

Hello, Raul. Please check out the AACA Library & Research Center. Be as specific as possible and our staff will assist you. ____________________________________________________________ Guideline: Our AACA Library & Research Center is a repository of thousands of original automotive books, spec sheets, and, sales literature. You could do two things: 1. Click on Library under the Resources block above for an overview of our Library & Research Center and Request Form info...or, 2. Phone the L&RC and speak with Kim Miller, Librarian or any other staff members. (717-534-2082) ____________________________________________________________ Regards, Peter J...