41Roadmaster Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 Does anyone remember a BCA member with the last name "Hetzel"? His name is etched on the back of almost every chromed piece of my 1941-76C Buick. So far, I've only been able to trace ownership back to the early 1990's and his name hasn't come up yet. He obviously spent some money because almost all of the chrome still looks great. Just trying to piece together the history. Any leads would be appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackofalltrades70 Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 Just a thought.....this might be the name of the plating company. Maybe they were very proud of their work, or wanted traceability. Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 (edited) I would agree with Matt, could very well be the chrome shop, but again the chrome shop may have done this to keep track of WHO owns WHAT. I have wondered HOW shop keep track of stuff customers bring in. Dale in IndyP.S. There is a HETZEL plating company, but it is in Germany...... Edited July 7, 2012 by smithbrother (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
41Roadmaster Posted July 7, 2012 Author Share Posted July 7, 2012 Just a thought.....this might be the name of the plating company. Maybe they were very proud of their work, or wanted traceability. MattThanks Matt, I never thought about that...like a calling card? (if so, I wish they left a phone number too!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1953mack Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 Does anyone remember a BCA member with the last name "Hetzel"? His name is etched on the back of almost every chromed piece of my 1941-76C Buick. So far, I've only been able to trace ownership back to the early 1990's and his name hasn't come up yet. He obviously spent some money because almost all of the chrome still looks great. Just trying to piece together the history. Any leads would be appreciated.07.07.12Here are two leads (prior to the early 1990's that you mentioned) that you might want to follow up on . . . . . Hetzel, Thomas C. #145641408 Laurel Dr.Macedonia, Ohio 440561968 4469This info was taken from the BUICK BUGLE, June 1984 issue, in the "Welcome New Members" list. This member's last listing under "Ohio" members was in the 1999 BCA MEMBERSHIP ROSTER. He could have moved to a different state or ? though. See Pic #1.Hetzel, Robert #155061064 Lotus Pkwy #946Altmonte Springs, Florida 32174This info was taken from the BUICK BUGLE, May 1985 issue, in the "Welcome New Members" list. This identical listing appeared in the 1989 BCA MEMBERSHIP ROSTER for the last time under "Florida" members. He too could have moved or ? See Pic #2.You might want to try asking the BCA Office if their records show phone numbers for the two leads noted above or whether any other "HETZEL" named members prior to June 1984 exist. I have a complete BUICK BUGLE collection that goes back to the first issue. I didn't go back any further than 1985, though I did check the first April 10, 1966 single page issue and it didn't list any members by the name of HETZEL. Good luck and keep us updated. What does your "early 1990's" finding include?Al MackBCA #8965"500 Miles West of Flint" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim65Riv Posted July 8, 2012 Share Posted July 8, 2012 I have a shirt-tail relative who works for a plating company. Company policy is that the employees put their name on every piece they plate, so if there is a problem, they know who did the work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1953mack Posted July 8, 2012 Share Posted July 8, 2012 I have a shirt-tail relative who works for a plating company. Company policy is that the employees put their name on every piece they plate, so if there is a problem, they know who did the work.Next time you talk to your relative, ask him how the company keeps track of who brought in what pieces. . . . . unless they only do one customer's parts all at the same time, then move on to the next customer's parts all at the same time. Just curious. Thanks.Nice story in the just-got-it-in-the-mail July 2012 BUICK BUGLE on your 1922, Model 46. Al MackBCA #8965"500 Miles West of Flint" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
41Roadmaster Posted July 13, 2012 Author Share Posted July 13, 2012 (edited) 07.07.12Here are two leads (prior to the early 1990's that you mentioned) that you might want to follow up on . . . . . Prospect oneThis info was taken from the BUICK BUGLE, June 1984 issue, in the "Welcome New Members" list. This member's last listing under "Ohio" members was in the 1999 BCA MEMBERSHIP ROSTER. He could have moved to a different state or ? though. See Pic #1.Prospect twoThis info was taken from the BUICK BUGLE, May 1985 issue, in the "Welcome New Members" list. This identical listing appeared in the 1989 BCA MEMBERSHIP ROSTER for the last time under "Florida" members. He too could have moved or ? See Pic #2.You might want to try asking the BCA Office if their records show phone numbers for the two leads noted above or whether any other "HETZEL" named members prior to June 1984 exist. I have a complete BUICK BUGLE collection that goes back to the first issue. I didn't go back any further than 1985, though I did check the first April 10, 1966 single page issue and it didn't list any members by the name of HETZEL. Good luck and keep us updated. What does your "early 1990's" finding include?Al MackBCA #8965"500 Miles West of Flint"Hey thanks for providing this information Al. I can't wait to dig into it!Prior to my purchase in 1999 from a local dealer, it was purchased in 1993 by another dealer, Bill Anderson, in Ohio (not "the" Bill Anderson.) I spoke to his son, Jr, but he said his dad past away several years ago and kept poor records. He did say he remembered the car (I sent a picture) and thought his dad might have picked it up in Florida or out west (Arizona?) in an auction. That's where my trail leads so far... I'll keep the thread going as I find new information. Thanks to everyone for the advise and direction Edited August 22, 2012 by 41Roadmaster Removed member names/info (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
41Roadmaster Posted August 22, 2012 Author Share Posted August 22, 2012 Al, just wanted to let you know...I sent letters out to the two leads you provided about a month ago. I have yet to hear anything, but if I do I'll post it here.Thanks again,Anderson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest my3buicks Posted August 22, 2012 Share Posted August 22, 2012 Guys, you probably should not be posting members contact information on the web without their consent - a private message for something like that would be much more in order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
41Roadmaster Posted August 22, 2012 Author Share Posted August 22, 2012 Ouch, I didn't think of that. Thanks Keith.I'll try to remove the post with the info. If anyone else has a lead please send me a PM.Guys, you probably should not be posting members contact information on the web without their consent - a private message for something like that would be much more in order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
49_buick_super Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 I'm in the process of having everything on my 49 re-plated. The shop engraves my name on the back side of every piece.Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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