[Hershey Dash Plaques w/ free shipping]

The 1972 “Harold Coker” plaque is reserved. Another is pending. Send me a PM with the one you want. 

[Hershey Dash Plaques w/ free shipping]

Take a look. Each one is $4 and I’ll pay the shipping. PayPal or mail me a personal check after you receive yours. (Or drop off beer at my spaces in October!)

[A visit to White Post Restoration in VA]

I got a great  tour with Billy IV about a year ago. He introduced me to Bully V, who was running around the place having a great time. Someone can correct me, but I think Billy  III is still with us; it’s Billy Thompson, Jr. we all remember at Carlisle and Hershey- with his infectious smile and handlebar mustache. I too saw the Mercedes 540 under restoration back in the day. And I saw it unveiled at the Apple Blossom show. I was stunned. I think it’s still under the same ownership and living in Potomac, MD. 
During my first tour, the wheel cylinder equipment was fairly new to their shop. I met that crew a year ago- I think for the most part it’s the same guys. I wouldn’t hesitate to use that service. 

[Chevrolet Truck Color Selector 1941-46]

Looking for a color selector guide similar to this. Any year from 1941 to 1946. Chevy or GMC. This one is in the collection at the AACA Library. Thanks. 

[Who loves Ford trucks?]

On the left, my 1970 F-100 Explorer. I bought it on April 1, 2000- 30 years to the day after the previous (original) owner bought it. It has about 30,000 miles on the clock and was certified HPOF several years ago at the AACA Spring East show at the Carlisle Fairgrounds. 
 

302 V-8 with AT and PS. The color is boxwood green. It gets used every time we buy a new mattress. A truck with an 8-ft bed is becoming a rare sight. The handling, with the so called “Twin I-Beam” front suspension can only be described as “floating” down the road. 
 

Interestingly, it’s dimensions are quite similar to my 2003 Dodge Dakota, much smaller than the behemoths that full size pickups have become. 

[A dog's life!]

Many years ago we “rescued” a half-feral female cat. She became a friendly indoor/outdoor cat and always liked to sleep on top of one of our collector cars- on its soft car cover. One day I learned why she liked that spot- when she brought me a little “present” to the house. She passed at 16 and the mechanical traps that replaced her are not nearly as effective. 

[Source for white wall tires.]

On 1/30/2023 at 2:45 PM, old car fan said:

Who makes tires in the USA. 

Yokohama makes tires in Salem, VA. Tires are really an international commodity. Just a few consolidated companies making tires in lots of different places.

[Windshield question]

Assuming it’s the old truck in your avatar, the glass people use “glass setting tape”. It comes in varying widths and thicknesses. Your local glass shop will have it and will probably recommend what size. Better  yet, let them assemble it.

[Please help ID mechanical temperature gauge]

Thanks!

[Please help ID mechanical temperature gauge]

AC, so I guess it’s GM- early 50’s?

 

Your  help is appreciated- thanks!

[Ebay Has a Hokey Policy About Bidders Who Don't Pay]

BTW, bitching about eBay comes in just behind bitching about the weather. With similar results. 

[Ebay Has a Hokey Policy About Bidders Who Don't Pay]

Several years ago, I sold a nice set of Ford “spinner “ wheel covers to a guy in Michigan. As soon as they arrived, he complained to eBay about the condition. I refunded his $$$ and paid him to ship them back. When they arrived, I found he had removed MY spinners and replaced them with HIS which were heavily weathered. I sent pictures and documentation to eBay- they did nothing. I figured their college puke employees couldn’t understand what a truly wicked mind could do. I found another eBay seller who said the same guy did something similar to him. Buy hey, you can’t give a buyer negative feedback. Squirrels.

 

[Ebay Has a Hokey Policy About Bidders Who Don't Pay]

If you are going to sell on eBay, you have to remember one thing. You, the seller, will ALWAYS come last. eBay will allow crazy bidders to do just about anything, and if you ask for help all you get is automated frustration.

 

So, if you can’t handle that, don’t sell on eBay. If you choose to sell, do whatever you can to protect yourself from the squirrels. 

[1938 Chevy Hood Ornament]

Crap! You guys are good! Thanks!

[1938 Chevy Hood Ornament]

The first picture is the one I have.

 

The second picture is a typical ‘38 hood ornament.

 

Any idea of what mine is for?

 

Thanks!

[Automania in Allentown]

Here’s a few.

[Radio delete plate?]

Thanks!!

[Radio delete plate?]

Does anyone recognize this plate? At first glance it looks to be Bakelite, but it’s actually an applied coating over the steel. Thanks!

[Automania in Allentown]

Ok, the list of upcoming AACA regional swap meet events is listed in the current Antique Automobile.

 

In March we have Hamburg, PA on March 5. A great indoor/outdoor event. I believe there is a small gate fee. Parking is free.

 

On March 11, there is another indoor/outdoor event at the Howard County Fairgrounds along I-70 in central MD. Parking and gate are free.

 

On March 24-25, there is an indoor/outdoor swap meet at the AG Center in Westminster, MD. Free parking, small gate fee.

 

And then Sunday March 26, there is the “Cowtown” swap meet - actually at the Salem County fairgrounds near Woodstown, NJ. This is in a very rural part of NJ- not all that far from the Delaware Memorial Bridge. Parking and gate are free- but they might ask for a small donation at the gate.

 

All of these events are worth attending. March weather, on the other hand, can rear its ugly head.

[Automania in Allentown]

AutoMania. I think it’s worth the trip. What else can you do in late January?  If the weather permits, there will be several vendors (hearty soles) outside. The doors open at noon on Friday- expect a line to get in.

There are enough antique car parts to make it interesting. The doors open at 8am on Saturday.

 

Check out the museum across town. America on Wheels. Nice place well worth the visit.
 

Or you can wait until March and drive to Hamburg, PA. 

[This is what 10% ethanol did to my new gas tank in 5 or 6 years]

Find non-ethanol gas, use pure-gas.org

 

Buy it. If you need to drive 30 miles to get it- there’s another reason to drive your old car.

 

Take along a 5 gallon can. Your mower, chain saw, snow blower, etc will thank you.

 

Some day we’ll realize how much of a train wreck this ethanol industry has become. They say better living thru chemistry. We need chemists now. 

[Please help ID this Speedometer]

Thanks!

[It’s Hershey renewal time! Don’t put this off!]

This week, I drove 1.5 hours each way to drop off my Hershey swap meet space renewal at the main Post Office on Chocolate Avenue in Hershey. This has become an annual tradition. The nice lady there hand cancels my letter and drops it in the Hershey Region’s PO Box before I leave. Of course, I stopped in at the Library, and the Museum before heading home. 
 

You must get yours post marked by February 15, 2023. 
 

 

[Please help ID this Speedometer]

Thanks for your help. Did cars really go 120mph back then?

[Hallmark: M inside triangle?????]

The is a window frame for a 1946 Chevy pickup. I found the unusual hallmark near the bottom. Does anyone know what company this was? Thanks, I know this is getting down into the weeds!