Marty Roth
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15 hours ago, ericmac said:
Eek, gad, could it be any worse?
Well, you could add "Fuzzy Dice",
and four more tail pipes
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Looks like a 1960 Ford with excessive side trim and Mercury Tail Lights?
I agree, in my opinion it needs a white top
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6 hours ago, Buick35 said:
Would they fit a 16" rim? I've got new lesters on mine now. As for now I'm planning on going to Hershey. If they would work would you sell me only two?Thanks.
28 minutes ago, tcslr said:I’ll measure tomorrow. Doesn’t sound kosher though
@Buick35
These are a tire for 18" wheels
Your 16" wheels would slide right through without making contact
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3 hours ago, Bills Auto Works said:
Hey Marty.....
How much would you charge me for shipping me up some Gumbo, Budin & Cracklins????
I just don't get down there enough to satisfy my cravings for Cajun Food! LOL
Hey Bill,
Next time you're heading this way, give me some advance notice so I can try and be around - will get you some of the best cooking Louisiana has to offer.
... and yeah, I can back any trailer into just about any space too.
I once shocked a crowd back in 1985 in the 300 block of West Chocolate Avenue, Hershey - up the street from the Simmons Motel. I had my old '77 Suburban with tiny automotive mirrors, pulling my old high-sided retired 1954 U-Haul open trailer. It was stacked so high you couldn't see over it. The space at the curb was not quite three feet longer than my overall length. I parallel parked the truck and trailer in one single shot, and even kept the trailer parallel to the curb (probably couldn't do that again in a hundred years).
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1 hour ago, Bills Auto Works said:
To each his own, but IMHO NOTHING screams "redneck hillbilly amateur" more than a hitch ball on the front of a car or truck! LMAO
Bill,
As you said, "To Each His Own", and surely I never had the need,
but back in the day darn near every pickup, flatbed Dually, and work truck had 'em down here in Cajun Country, south of Interstate-10,
and you would've had nearly a day's drive to find hillbillys of any stripe - or even any hills.
Moving here in the 1960s was an eyeopener, to be sure, and I've enjoyed and appreciate everything about it:
The Food,
The People,
The Food,
The Music,
The Food,
The Weather (No Winter),
The Food,
The Culture,
The Food,
The Joie de Vivre,
The Use of our Old Cars All Year Around,
Oh, and did I mentioned The Food?
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1 hour ago, Trulyvintage said:
Try putting a lightweight receiver hitch
or ball mount on the front of your tow
vehicle to maneuver your trailer
in and out of tight spaces.
Jim
Lots of folks - boat and camper trailer owners down here in South Louisiana, for a great many years back in the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, etc installed a hitch, or at least a trailer ball at the front of a car or a Pickup.
It makes maneuvering the boat or camper into tight spaces between the pilings of an elevated fishing camp or weekend place much simpler -
especially if they are directionally challenged when backing a trailer.
My late father-in-law was an example of that condition, and was shocked when I got his 22 ft fishing boat between the pilings under his camp at Grand Isle, Louisiana in a single shot.
He had just told me it would take about twenty to thirty attempts to get it lined up, backing his 1964 Olds Super 88 from the road of oyster shells, through the grassy mud, and onto the concrete slab under the camp with barely inches to spare between the pilings which support the 40' x 40' "Fishing Camp" vacation home. I was an immediate hero, and shortly afterward received permission to become his son-in-law (that happened 14 months later).
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Dollie was a tireless, dedicated, and extremely thorough volunteer, meticulous in overseeing the many details involved in authenticating and recording AACA judging details, and also in the maintenance of records pertaining to the judges themselves. My wife Dale, also a Senior Master Judge, worked side-by-side with Dollie for many years. We both have the utmost respect, and appreciate her dedication - as well as for the ongoing support of her husband John. None of us does these volunteer jobs alone - it is a family dedication, as well as notable personal expense which few members realize. I cannot tell you how many times Dollie, Dale, and dozens of others were out in the cold, in the heat, at times braving North Dakota wind, Alabama rain, dust, etc, as early as 6:00 AM, lugging tables, computers, printers, making last-minute changes when someone changes cars at the last moment, or has a vehicle in the wrong judging class, driving tens of thousands of miles without compensation - ensuring that our members, and their show vehicles are properly recognized.
Prayers both for Dollie and for John.
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On 9/4/2023 at 8:22 AM, Hemi Joel said:
Has anyone set up their headlights for automatic daytime running lights? How did you do it? Do you use a resistor for reduced voltage to extend bulb life?
Thanks, Joel@Hemi Joel
I did mine the easy way-
When the headlight switch is set on Automatic headlight on for darkness,
there is a device on your dash which recognizes sunlight, or the absence of it -
I covered mine with a solid dark object,
... a hat,
... a patch,
... anything non-reflective
that way, the headlights come on when the key is "ON" and the car is running
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I believe this window is Convex - not concave
Exterior surface is curved outward, as in slightly domed - not dished inward from the outside
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5 hours ago, edinmass said:
What am I bringing? A pocket full of cash………works fine!
Yes, Me Too !
I've cornered the market and perfected the art of
Buy High - Sell Low !
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On 8/30/2023 at 7:14 PM, Trulyvintage said:
Cable/Cord can rub the paint.
Limited clearance between
top rack and car roof on lower
rack can cause damage to the
lower car depending on the weight
of the upper car and strength/condition
of telescoping struts.
Any leaking fluids on upper deck
from vehicle above can damage
paint on lower car.
Jim
Note the tip of the antenna -
Hope the owner wants to listen to "Twisted Sister".
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On 8/31/2023 at 9:11 AM, EmTee said:
Is that picture above a Mercury?
18 hours ago, Marty Roth said:It might have been at one time
On second glance, the quarter panel chrome trim, paint line, and roof line make it a 1956 Mercury (Montclair?) 2-door hardtop
Good Eye, @EmTee
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On 8/31/2023 at 9:11 AM, EmTee said:
Is that picture above a Mercury?
It might have been at one time
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SCAM !
Walk Away !
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7 hours ago, TAKerry said:
I love the hat holder. Harkins back to the day of gentlemen! Not a bad looking car, the interior does look pretty nice. No idea on values of these, but even with a decimal in the wrong place seems a bit on the high side.
I wonder if that hat holder would work in my 1937 Buick convertible?
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2 hours ago, 39BuickEight said:
The 8.1 Suburban, Yukon XL’s and Avalanche’s could not be had with the Allison transmission. They got the 4L-85E, a slightly beefed up version of the 4L-80E that was behind the 6.0.
The Suburban and Avalanche floors were not tall enough to accommodate the Allison.
Yes, Joe Vicini (Past AACA Pres and GM Engines expert) told me the same thing.
I wanted my new Suburban with Duramax diesel and Allison transmission. Joe advised me to wait rather than buy in 2000 and 2001, but when the 2002 models were released he told me the Suburban/Avalanche floorpan would not permit the Duramax/Allison - and just go ahead with the 2500 ande 8.1L.
We have the 2500 Series 2002 Suburban 8.1L with nearly 200,xxx miles,
and also the 2500 Series 2006 Avalanche 8.1L 4-WD also with nearly 200,xxx miles
They both tow great, and there is no replacement for displacement ...
but
our 2000 Excursion 7.3L Turbo Diesel 4-WD is even better, at least in my opinion, and is approaching 400,xxx miles, mostly towing my 30 ft long, 12 ft tall hauler with Cadillac, Packard, Buick inside
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15 hours ago, dship said:
I've got a cruise-in buddy that owns a 64 and a half Mustang convertible with the 260ci V8 and a generator. It was manufactured during the 3rd week of April, 1965.
Despite generally accepted recognition,
Ford offered them as 1965, in that technically there was no real '64 and a half - just sayin'.
I know a lot of folks use that terminology, but ....
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On 8/26/2023 at 6:40 AM, Tom99 said:
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Nice -
Wish there was a better view of the Estate Wagon
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9 hours ago, MetroPetro said:
Marty- Watkins Glen
Thank you - skipped Woodstock, but attended US Formula -1 at Watkins Glen 1963-1968
"Accidentally" drove onto the race course in 1964(?) driving my 1948 MG-TC, pulling a home-made trailer loaded with tents and camping equipment for my sports car club. Was advised over the "bitch-box" by a course official to remove non-certified equipment from the course!
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15 hours ago, DrumBob said:
I'm going to pass on that '53 Chrysler. The seller is asking way too much for it, and even though I'm sure I could chew him down a bit, I see I could get something for about the same money or less in much better shape.
I'll be coming to Hershey in October, and I presume there will be cars for sale there. Meanwhile, I'll keep looking around here until then.
Great and solid, dependable, well-built cars - especially the 331 Hemi,
Buy if you have the extra bucks and want to get beyond the "Stodgy" APPEARANCE, LOOK AT A '56 New Yorker for the bigger Hemi,
"Forward Look", 12 volt electricals and great styling, just prior to the huge fins of the '57Wish I could afford the '58 Imperial convertible of my dreams !
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On 8/23/2023 at 6:58 AM, MetroPetro said:
Woodstock?
... and NO, I wasn't there !
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10 minutes ago, Bloo said:
I agree that is funny, and you would probably see a bunch of shirts. The renaissance of the 50 year old Hyundai is coming though, I guarantee it.
Yeah,
Maybe,
But not to my place ...
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5 hours ago, Leif in Calif said:
Looks like a nice car but this is equivalent to a "T" with out Ford's wonderful support network.
Generally they go for a good bit less.
A "28 would be a big step up as that year got a substantial horse power boot and 4 wheel brakes.
Agree to disagree,
Actually I see '27 Roadsters go a good bit higher.
The 1928 was still a 4-cylinder, and essentially the same engine, but with dual exhaust ports in the head, and many "Late" 1927 Chevys had the later engine also. Also '28 had enclosed valve train and pushrods, unlike much earlier years, but they were still a great runner, and very, very dependable - and dramatically more civilized than a Ford Model-T. We toured ours nationwide, tens of thousands of miles with no issues, other than a damaged clutch on the 1992 Glidden in Lexington, KY, and were back on the road the next morning.
Yes, the 1928 added front brakes and a 4 inch longer wheelbase in preparation for the new 6-cylinder engine, but Chevy let Ford have the 1928 thunder with the Model-A, but...
... The bigger change in Chevy came in 1929 with the extremely smooth 6-cylinder engine, made even better in 1932 when it was even better balanced.
By the way, having been rebuilt, mine was comfortable at 50-55 mph on the open road out in the country (if you knew you didn't need to panic stop
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4 hours ago, edinmass said:
Lunch in West Hollywood, with Rick James singing, super freak in the background. I am out of my element. I am a living, breathing, walking dinosaur. I have never felt this old in my life. The only highlight of this area is half the young ladies are running around 3/4 naked. And fortunately most of them are built accordingly. You don’t want to see photos of the ones that make you wish you were blind from birth.
ExpandLunch in West Hollywood, with Rick James singing, super freak in the background. I am out of my element. I am a living, breathing, walking dinosaur. I have never felt this old in my life. The only highlight of this area is half the young ladies are running around 3/4 naked. And fortunately most of them are built accordingly. You don’t want to see photos of the ones that make you wish you were blind from birth.
Almost seems like New Orleans,
Frou Frou du Jour ....
Artsy Fartsy menu ....
Decorate the plate,
serve 25% portion size,
and move the decimal point to the right -
WE see it in the "touristy" places here, as well.
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