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On my Harley I keep an empty holster strapped to the saddle bag. Silent but stern warning.
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<span style="font-weight: bold">What does "Classic" mean?</span>
clas·sic Pronunciation Key (klsk)
adj.
Belonging to the highest rank or class.
Serving as the established model or standard: a classic example of colonial architecture.
Having lasting significance or worth; enduring.
Adhering or conforming to established standards and principles: a classic piece of research.
Of a well-known type; typical: a classic mistake.
Of or characteristic of the literature, art, and culture of ancient Greece and Rome; classical.
Formal, refined, and restrained in style.
Simple and harmonious; elegant: the classic cut of a suit; the classic lines of a clipper ship.
Having historical or literary associations: classic battlefields of the Civil War.
n.
An artist, author, or work generally considered to be of the highest rank or excellence, especially one of enduring significance.
A work recognized as definitive in its field.
A literary work of ancient Greece or Rome.
classics The languages and literature of ancient Greece and Rome. Used with the.
One that is of the highest rank or class: The car was a classic of automotive design.
A typical or traditional example.
Informal. A superior or unusual example of its kind: The reason he gave for being late was a classic.
A traditional event, especially a major sporting event that is held annually: a golf classic.
[color:\\"red\\"] <span style="font-weight: bold">Cultivate your own capabilities, your own style. Appreciate the members of your family for who they are, even though their outlook or style may be miles different from yours. Rabbits don't fly. Eagles don't swim. Ducks look funny trying to climb. Squirrels don't have feathers. Stop comparing. There's plenty of room in the forest.--Chuck Swindoll </span>
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""This is a free country ! If it pleases you to call your old Buick "restored", or an "antique" or a "classic"...have at it !"
Methinks Pete is a hypocrite. I found this quote in another thread by Pete.
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Vic - I stand corrected!
No offense taken. You can't be too careful.I have done a (albeit small) time test on cutting through an average steering wheel. With the right blade and steering wheel (not all are the same), 10 seconds is quite accurate. Some guys use bolt cutters to cut the wheel even quicker.
If you go around a light pole, it will be illuminated and probably in the open where it will be seen and probably silently cut. Lights don't deter somebody who is bent are getting your stuff, only time will deter them.
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Those wheel clubs are a big joke and 100% useless. All you need is 10 seconds and a hack saw. You cut the sterering wheel and it's off! So simple, if you use one of those, I question your security expertice. <span style="font-style: italic">No flame intended</span> , just stating some points that some may not realize. The best thing is to make it a pain to mess with.
I use a log chain through the wheels. Hide the lock and chain as best you can so it is not easilly seen. If it is visable, they could easilly cut it. If it is not discovered until they try to drive off, they will bail rather than risk discovery figuring out what happened, not to mention the noise created in the process.
I do agree about the AACA signs on the trailer. I have a friend who works in NYC and rides his HD. He uses a Yamaha cover for it. It has never been messed with because nobody want to steal a Yamaha.
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Pete, try reading Bill's post again. This time sound out the words. "Ultimate Oldies and Classic Cars" He said he is a "car buff" ,This only means he likes cars and does not indicate anything more. The terminology is commonly misused and not a big deal.
There is no need to flame this guy. He is offering all a FREE service. Try to approach it with kindness to educate and not belittle. Nobody will listen when you come across like a pretentious [censored] and it reflects on all of us.
Bill, I for one thank you for your efforts! I know what this takes to make these things work. Try not to let those who think they know everything (but how to educate) get you down. It obvious that Pete lacks any sort of real communication skills and needs an education himself.
<span style="font-weight: bold">"The secret of education is respecting the pupil. " - Ralph Waldo Emerson</span> [color:\\"red\\"]
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I used to have a '64 Jetstar 88 Ragtop. Blue, blue, blue. She had power steering, brakes and tilt steering. I loved that car!
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Amphicar, VERY NICE item! My guess is that it may fit a 1935-36 Ford. The 1937 was the first Ford with a one piece hood and the torpedo like hood trim was turned to open it. I dont think your mascot would be able to do that. Nice deco item probibly an accessorie, or from a European bodied Ford. Value? Whatever the buyer thinks it is worth.
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This ornament did open the hood. It probably doesn't show in the pic. This was found in the back seat of a '38 Business coupe my Dad purchased in the late 70s. At one time he was offered a complete front clip for his '38 for it, but turned it down. We never did get any solid info on it. I knew it may be a long shot that somebody had seen on before. Ya never know 'til you ask!
John
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I have a greyhound hood ornament that I think is a period (30's) aftermarket piece. It is pictured below. It appears that there mnay have been a piece of glass fitted into the open oval area below his body. The bottom section is from a '37 or '38 Ford I believe. Can somebody ID this piece and possibly give me a value?
<span style="font-weight: bold">Any info is greatly appreciated!!!</span>
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Anyone have or know of any of the ivory buttons/knobs for Blaupunkt Frankfurt radio? I am also looking for a flat faceplate for the same radio. These are sometimes found in Porsche 356s. The buttons will have 3 different labels (1) L (2) M (2) U
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Chris_Bamford has the right idea! My '64 Amphicar has some minor mods as well. I have retained all original parts and refuse to drill holes where there were none from the factory. I have a period radio with the CD changer (operates through the antenna lead) tucked under the seat . When I built my hand controls (I am paralized) for the 4 speed, I used period pieces for the conversion. Everything can easilly be changed back to stock with sinple hand tools. You can have your cake and eat it too!
John
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Aside from Barris' 1860s hearse (not really a car) what is the oldest car made into a rod? Reproductions don't count for this question. I've seen lots from the 20's but I can't recall anything from much earlier.
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What is the beautiful open car with the vertical stripes?
John
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Newly printed Maintenance Manuals (only a limited supply available)
- These are not photocopies!
- Crisp clear professionally printed photos and text.
- Spiral bound to lie flat.
The CD includes:
- The Owners Manual (full resolution printing allowed)
-- Includes both the rare supplemental starting procedure and lube instructions.
- The Parts Manual cover to cover (full resolution printing allowed)
- The Maintenance Manual (low resolution printing allowed)
-- Fully searchable text
-- You can get to any paragraph or picture in 3 clicks or less.
-- Full color schematic able to zoom in 1200%, (bilge blower wiring included too)
- Gordon's Parts List (no prices to keep it forever current)
-- Fully searchable text
-- Or browse using bookmarks
- 9 Amphicar screen savers!
-- From .3 meg to 8.8 meg
- Amphicar Icon and cursor!
- And more!
Go to Amphicar ads for more information
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58rebelsport - Sure, it would be a good idea and see if it still exists. Seems that many of the Amphicars have undegone customization. This was because until about 10 years ago, there were no parts to be found anywhere. People made due with what was on hand. One guy I know of put a V-6 in his with a home made trans!. Once the parts were discovered, then the cars began being restored.
So it could still be an Amphi, you just never know! If you get a pic, I may be able to ID it for you. Amphicars were (1961--68) and remain the only mass produced amphibious car for civilian use made.
Cap'n
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To answer a couple of questions...
<span style="font-weight: bold">Dizzy</span> - If I have a fishing pole in my hand, steering wheel in the other, what do I do with my beer?
These cars do about 6 knotts in the water and 70 MPH on land. Mine seems to like about 55 real well. The 1147cc Triumph engine puts out only 43 HP. 
<span style="font-weight: bold">Ron</span> - I am a purist as well. I built my Amphi to be as correct as possible. I am not satisfied with anything less. My current quest it to find the rest of the tool kit, correct outside mirrors and passenger visor.
I know what you mean about the "customs" I prefer it to be as correct as possible for historic purposes. Mine is 100% correct with the exception of a handfull of hardware and the hand controls I have built. I got odd looks too when I asked similar "detail oriented" questions about wire and hose routing etc. It can be correct and a swimmer too!
I too was @ Celina. You may have seen me there, or we may have met. I was the only guy in a wheelchair there. To answer your question, trunk boards are glossy gunmetal grey, the gear shift handle is glossy black.
As far as trailer queens go, that is OK with me as long as they get shown and are not just stored never to be appreciated by the public (what a waste that is). Every time I have mine out in the water (5+ hours yesterday), it is a education for a lot of people. I have met many good people because of this car. I see that as a plus!
<span style="font-weight: bold">ex98thdrill</span> - The Amphicars came in 4 colors (although some custom colors were done for rescue equipment and at least 1 black factory one was produced). The 4 available colors (in order of production numbers) were Regatta Red - Beach Sand White - Lagoon Blue - Fjord Green
I am lucky enough to have the whole set! 1 newly restored (white), 1 driver (red, non-swimer), & 2 parts cars (blue & green).
Cap'n
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Anything AMPHICAR is what I am looking for. From parts to cars, anything! I am always looking.
Cap'n John
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I spent 1500+hours in restoring my Amphicar. 450 of those are paint/body work alone. However, this car is driven often and used in the water as well. It was designed to be used and I believe that it is useless if hidden in a garage and never appreciated by the masses. I love to give rides too. That is part of the fun!
I would think it a waste to turn this (or any) car into a piece of jewelry that is only seen by a handful. I fully understand that some cars are soooo very nice and you don't want to get damage. But all you need to do is be careful where and when they are driven. What good it the Mona Lisa if it is were to never be seen and appreciated?
Point being, drive em, show em, love em!
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I am known as Cap'n John in Amphicar circles. I have recently finished restoration of my 1964 Amphicar. Started out that I was just going to "fix the 1/4 panels and make her float" Well, 2 1/2 years later she is totaly gone through! Bumper to props, top to bilge, all nice and shiny!
Don't get me wrong here, yes I have about 1500+ hours into the restoration (all but paint/body by myself), but she is also a driver and a swimmer! I have no intention of this car being jewelry. She is way too much fun to just look at!
If anyone has anything AMPHICAR, let me know as I am always interested.
Cap'n John
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> and DISCUSS IN DETAIL, PRECISELY WHAT YOU AGREE, OR DISAGREE WITH. </div></div>
Pete, this is an easy target. We disagree with your attitude towards others, we all agree you have little if anything positive to offer. It that precise enough?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> <snip> when are you coming up here so I can buy you lunch, and give you a ride in a REAL car ? </div></div>
Real car? We all have real cars. I restored mine (1500+ hours) with my own 2 real hands, by myself. Late in the garage most nights. Every nut and bolt removed by me, refinised repaired and replaced, by me from my wheelchair.
My car is as real as they get. Just like everyone elses cars are. No matter if it is a 73 VW or a '04 Winton. How dare you belittle anyones cars! We are REAL people with real passions and real love of the hobby. I would guess that not many here have the attitude that their cars are somehow beter than anyone elses, only different. I love all cars. The weird ones (like my Amphicar) or the simply beautiful ones ('34 Brewster) even your own Packard out shines you Mr. Heart-less, ummm I mean Hartman. 