Peter J.Heizmann

Excellent response... Much appreciated. Speaking from the sand-cast foundry business, we found "urethane" coreboxes & pattern impressions to be the "cure-all" for cost effective tooling over the past 18-20 years. Urethane remains the best for short run, cost effective casting quantities, however, pattern shelf-life "dimensionally" is an average of 10-12 years. We have now shifted to the "only cure-all": CNC, tool steel, machined patterns for the same reasons you mentioned...urethanes/plastics shrink and crack over time. We still pour urethane tooling, however, only for limited life and use. Though urethane tooling is stored in dry, dimly lit rooms, it still shrinks, becomes brittle, and, cracks with no UV interference. We are very careful pulling out an aged pattern that may cause a dimensionally unstable casting. Thanks, again, bkazmer for great input. Peter J... <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Nice, Peter... I have fond memories of a forerunner 240-Z. An old friend, Max Knepper, a neighbor, bought a new 240-Z around 1973-ish. Max owned a restaurant and the car was a toy to him. The day he brought it home, I was a 27 year old drooling young'n. Max threw the keys to me and said to check it out. I was in 7th heaven. Drove it for about 2 hours showing off to friends. Max was not the least bit upset that I had a great time with it. Always recall the quick response and handling. Have fun with it... Peter J... <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Hi, Diz... Don't forget the 2-door 1956 Pontiac Safari wagon. My father owned one. Dad will be 90 years old in December and to this day touts the '56 as his all time favorite car. Regards, Peter J... <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I agree to a point, however... We are on the AACA Forum, of which, is funded by AACA Members. I feel strongly that the AACA Library & Research Center should be the first point of contact for detailed research. The AACA has a full-time staff awaiting historical and "factual" inquiries. The AACA Library's holdings of research material is unsurpassed within our hobby. That is a known. Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Bob...Welcome to the AACA Forum. If you are in need of technical specifications and historical research from original material, contact the AACA Library & Research Center. (You can click on "Library" on the Home Page, or, kmiller@aacalibrary.org., or, 717-534-2082.) Regards, Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

JMA..."Welcome to the AACA Forum". "Das Awkscht Fescht" (a.k.a. Macungie) will be held as follows: Friday, August 4th: Street Rods, Street Machines, Custom/Modified Race Cars. Also, Cars-Trucks-Sports Cars 1895-1986. Saturday, August 5th: No Street Rods-Street Machines-Custom/Modifieds No car newer than 1981 Sunday, August 6th: No Street Rods-Street Machines-Custom/Modifieds For Individual Car Shows put on by no less than 32 car clubs registered. Hope this helps, Regards, Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Roy, thank you very much for the photo and web site history of the '55. Really enjoyed it, Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Again, Welcome aboard, Matthew!! <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

mbstude...Welcome to the AACA Forum! Nice cars. Great to see you have such an interest. Please take the time to surf our web site. If you scroll down on the home page, you will see Junior AACA. You will find a comprehensive listing of what the AACA is all about by clicking on "In the Spotlight" as well as many more interesting activities and topics. On the "Forum" page, scroll down to the "Studebaker Forum", of which, categorizes Pre & Post WWII and "All Years". Do not hesitate to ask for assistance. If you have not already done so,hopefully, you would entertain joining the AACA. There is a lot more besides this web site. We have a great "Antique Automobile Club of America" magazine, which alone is well worth the dues. Regards, Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

thorn...Welcome to the AACA Forum. For "factual research", the AACA Library & Research Center is a click away. www.aaca.org/library, or, from this site's main page, click on "Library". Or, phone Kim Miller, Librarian: 717/534-2082 Regards, Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Received it today in Reading, PA, Steve... The many color photos really stand out. Peter. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Hi, Terry... Fran & John Shore and myself really did not have much time to walk around. We manned our AACA stand pretty much all day, leaving just to get some chow. We spoke with various South Jersey Region folks and they expressed great satisfaction with the amount of vendors present. I arrived around 8:30 and the vendors were all set up and doing business. One gent told us the vendors were selling very well. The traffic was backed up for about 1-2 miles in both directions with people coming to the event. By the way, the South Jersey Region really extended the welcome mat to us. Provided a nice building to sell tickets, promote the Library and AACA functions. Also fed us non-gratis...many thanks to them. Quite an event. I will return for sure. Regards, Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Hi, Mikzjr... The South Jersey Region's huge and great parts flea market is on Sunday, March 26th. Please note that it is now being held at the Salem County Fairgrounds, which is almost within eyesight of the former location, Cowtown Rodeo. While there, please stop by the AACA Library & Research Center booth. Would be great to meet you and well worth your while. Spread the word to friends to stop by... Regards, Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Personally, I enjoy the AACA Judging system as it forces me to do my homework and own work to show the car as it left the factory. Concours events are focused on appearance more than correct vehicle construction from the factory. (Yes, I showed at Concours events in the past. The judges asked that I close the trunk for judging, not for alignment, but, appearance. They did not even look at the engine or under-carriage.) With the AACA Judging system, I have always taken the approach: "If I see something wrong, then, a judge can see something wrong". I received the "highlighted" judging sheet in 1998, the first time I showed at an AACA National Meet (Received a 2nd Junior that year). Took the sheet to the car on a quiet day and looked at every area highlighted. Worked over the Winter fixing many things I saw that needed attention. It was quite easy to see improvement needed on every highlighted area. Really enjoyed this system as it created "the hunt" scenario. Received another 2nd Junior in 1999, however, with fewer "highlighted" areas. Then, after having fun within the process of elimination, received a 1st Junior in 2000 and coasted up the ladder since. "Felt more satisfaction via the AACA System, than, if some judge, or, club offical would do my work for me by pointing out every deduction". Personally, I would not have enjoyed "the hunt" if a judge told me what was wrong, or, how many points were deducted. It is really a simple mission statement of the AACA: "...as it left the factory." Our system is far from perfect, however, it is a highly respected system within the hobby worldwide. Just my 2 cents and my experience with the AACA... Regards, Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

West, were you and your friends Triumph mechanics at one time? Had to ask the question. The sequence of photos brings back memories as that is exactly how the Lucas Shop Manual directed a mechanic to replace a rear tail light bulb on a TR6..."Tear it apart starting at the front until you eventually meet up with the tail light". Thanks for the memories... Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" />

Hi, Terry... Cannot help you, bud. Like Dave mentioned I, too, have 185R15 Redlines from Coker on my TR6. They are of fairly recent vintage (2003) and are very slightly softer, but, hard as my head compared to Toyo's. Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Hello, Mike..."Welcome to the AACA Forum". You certainly are on the correct forum. Please take a few moments to scroll around the various forums we offer. As Joe mentioned, there is the "What is It" topic. Also, you will see the "Buy/Sell" and many affiliated Clubs listed. At any time, feel free to post any questions of assistance as you become acclimated to this website. Have you joined the AACA? (There is an application form and instructions noted within the header on the opening page.) This forum is only a portion of what the AACA offers. Our "Antique Automobile Magazine" alone is well worth the reasonable annual dues. Regards and welcome aboard... Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Pontiac59... Have two suggestions: 1--Make a post in the Buy/Sell forum, or,... 2--Scroll down on the "Main Index Page" and you will see under "Other Automobiles and Clubs" heading, the "Franklin" forum. Hope it helps... Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Larry...Welcome to the AACA Forum. A proven source to relative queries for actual "research material" is the AACA Library & Research Center. On the main page, click on "Library", or, www.aaca.org/library With the depth of your project, I highly recommend our club's Library resources. The AACA Library & Research Center retains a miriad of factual material awaiting your request. The AACA L&RC retains a full time staff for direct communication: Kim Miller, Librarian: 717-534-2082. Regards, Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Check out the AACA Library & Research Center. Similar queries have been answered above and beyond by the archived data held at the Library. Click on "Library" on the main page, or,... Phone: 717-534-2082 E-Mail: kmiller@aacalibrary.org ... Work Address: 501 W. Governor Road Hershey, PA 17033 Regards, Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

archie...Welcome to the AACA Forum. This subject has been discussed many times over the years. Filed away within the "Search" function this forum offers a miriad of posts and related discussion. Click on "Search" within the header above. In the left column, click on "Technical Questions". On the right, enter "Cork Tank Sending Units". Skip User Name. "Newer than: Enter 4 years. Older than: Enter 1 week". Click on "submit". You can play with the "Search Words" to narrow the field. There are many repetitive questions, of which, are archived on this AACA Forum from years of input by some very knowledgeable people. Try the Search function for practically any old auto related question. There is a post from 11/16/05 authored by Harry J. that has good tips from Rick Hoover and Randy Berger concerning Red-Kote that you may find beneficial. For restoration and authenticity questions, our invaluable AACA Library & Research Center is at your disposal: Click on AACA Library on the main page and instructions are noted. Hope this helps. Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Hi, Randy... Why not give the AACA Library & Research Center a try. On the main page, right hand side, click on Library for instructions. Regards, Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Hi, Debby... More factual information than you can imagine is a click away: AACA Library on the main page. Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

greetings! i have a water manifold for a 1933 essex; now that i know what it is, where should i post the pic of it to see if anyone has any idea of its value? {and hopefully use for it} many thanks! jm (Joe Materasso)

helives777...Welcome to the Forum. You should try the AACA Library & Research Center. Click on the "Library" on the main page. Copies can be made and sent. Also, moved your thread to the General Forum. The Forum Questions are for navigational/technical questions pertaining to this site. Regards, Peter J. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />