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I missed the point, at first, too. But you definately bring up a good point regarding fumes. Barry, the car itself can release all sorts of fumes. I was wondering myself if there was a "safe" wall between the car and the living quarters. The air conditioner would probably take care of that, unless the temperature was such that you wouldn't be using it.

This isn't a website, but Automotive News Almanac always had a complete list of that year's automobiles, showiing all specifications: wheelbase, overall length, width, interior dimensions, height, etc. See if you can find a library that has these (I bet the AACA Library has them, and for a small fee, I think Kim would photocopy the list(s) for you). For earlier cars, Motor Annuals did the same thing. In either case, you'd probably be able to find some for sale on eBay, although I know the Motor Annuals go for $75-$100 in good condition. The covers are works of art.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Plus I'll be saving $70 bucks a year in dues. </div></div> And you can put that toward the purchase of one full tank of gas!

Greg, Your eyes seem to have grown closer together!! or have you just gone cross-eyed? 8=) In any event... Kaiser had a patent on that sliding door, so I agree with King Richard in that this is some sort of BBQ sandwich. Actually, it looks better than the K-D (but then... most things do IMHO.)

Greg Wells? Atlanta?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">With 3191 posts to your credit one would assume that you could get to www.kruse.com without much effort. I really did not want to help Kruse in any way. </div></div> Hardon: Think of it as helping fellow forum members then. This type of auction, albeit a mess, is of great importance with a LOT of stuff that may look like junk, but in reality quite rare and valuable. I know of a forum member who has a Duesenberg with an authentic body but a reproduction chassis and no engine. I'm sure he is very interested in the authentic chassis and engine in this auction: J-102, the second oldest Model J engine that exists!!!

I'm mainly wondering what the correct I.D. number is supposed to be. The one I took off, if I remember correctly, was 4202A-1, but I wasn't sure if that was correct. On my shelf, I have a 4002 and I'm hoping that will work. If the 4202A-1 is correct, I'll just put that cover on the replacement. Thanks for your help.

Moepar Is that a promise??

I would like to know what the correct Voltage Regulator is for a 1940 Super 8 with factory air and overdrive. Did they use a different one if the car had more electric accessories, or were they all the same? Is it okay to use a Volt Regulator from a different year. I am not interested in authenticity, I just want it to run correctly. Thanks.

Jus rying o save a lil wear and ear on my "T" key.

The reason AACA 2006 events have not yet been posted in the magazine is because they had not been officially approved by the board. They will appear in the September issue. They are listed on the AACA website now.

Thanks.

UBB60-ML-314681-ML- Dave@Moon wants to turn this issue into a rant, so it goes where it belongs! RWB

[Get a COMPETENT appraiser to go over the car you are considering. When you are talking about many tens of thousands of dollars for a purchase, the few hundred dollars spent on (again COMPETENT) appraiser would be well spent.] CrosleyV13: You are so right to state and re-state Competent. One thing that should be added is that there are many people who rely on dealers and/or auction company officials for advice and expertise. There is a serious issue of conflict of interest here that is being ignored.

I think that the reason there are so many modern cars going down Woodward Avenue during the "Dream Cruise," is because most of the cars worth seeing are PARKED on the side of the road. The best way to see them all is to hop in the family van. That's my theory... it's mine... I thought it up myself... and it's mine... and that's what I think.

Just got back from Colorado. I'd love to post a photo of John's car in the water (I've also go a great shot of him hitting the surface at some 15mph), but I think I'll make you wait until the magazine comes out with the car featured. The photos look so good that I think I'm going to try and get it into the next issue. For all of you non AACA members... well, that's just too bad. You can join at AACA.org (click on "About"). If you join now, you won't miss the next issue. Better hurry, though, the list closing is coming up VERY soon!

Dave You could be correct, except that "Cartunman" has stated that the vehicle is a 1917. Although since there is no reference to there ever being a Stinson, perhaps the guess that it's a 1917 could be incorrect as well. "HarryJ" has asked the right question. "Why does he think it's a Stinson?" Add to that, why does he think it's a 1917 model?

Take a look at this site showing a trailer being worked on by a new AACA member. Can't wait to see this one at a future AACA National Meet. http://www.cardomain.com/ride/340096/5

Wayne, I finally figured it out. You meant "Steam Car," as in the 1899 Locomobile featured in the new issue. At first I thought you were talking about the Barracuda featured on the cover, but barracudas don't live in streams. I admire those who think of different ways in which to spell words (I've become quite a master at it myself), but this time your effort was a little confusing.

Earl, You've got me beat. I thought my 13-hour plane trip home was bad. One thing that is upsetting is that during my Atlanta layover, I've learned that in order to catch an earlier flight than the one you're booked on, it costs an extra $25. I probably would have done it, except that an earlier flight for my next connection was already booked and it wouldn't have done me any good. My last connecting flight was in Cincinnati (actually several miles south of Cinci in Kentucky), only an hour from my home. I sat there for 3-1/2 hours. I would have called my wife to come and pick me up except that... 1. She's still recouperating from pneaumonia... 2. The time it would take to pick me up and then take me to the Dayton airport to pick up my car wouldn't have made any sense.

Wayne, Like Judy, I'm confused as well. What's a "stream car?"

I know of a real bonafide 1908 or 09 Buick "Patty" wagon in the Ann Arbor, Mich. area. I doubt it's for sale, but I'll see if I can contact the owner and find out. This gent got it out of the Henry Ford Museum several years ago and restored it to show-winning condition. Unfortunately, it hardly ever sees the light of day, now. I'd love to photograph it for the magazine, but he says he doesn't have time to "clean" it. It sure looked clean to me.

Karl I like your "Repeal" plate. I collect interesting prewar plates like that, especially non-tax-type city/town booster tags. I think I have two in my collection like yours. Some of my city tags include "Minneapolis," "Detroit," "Daytona," "Orange," "Auburn," and many not-so-well-known names. I used to be able to buy them for a couple of bucks at Hershey, but now if I find one (IF), they're way more than I want to spend.

The only known "complete" Harroun was sold to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The car was for sale for a long time with an extremely attractive price tag ($5,000) with no interest. Here's one case where rarity does not translate into high-dollar value.

Ron The current Rolls may take the prize. Of course, in my book, it also takes the prize for the best example of how a car should NOT look.