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09-10-2012, 08:33 AM
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Moderator dude
1966 26' Overlander
Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Apr 2002
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Nearly every convertible made has a different frame to add support to the vehicle for lost support for the lack of a solid upper body.
And guys looking to go faster many times will add support to their rides to keep them together. The engine brace support in many Mustangs is an example of added support. There are kits for that one.
Flat braces running in a diagonal manner may serve that Buick.
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1966 Mercury Park Lane 4 DR Breezeway 410 4V, C-6, 2.80 - Streamless.
1966 Lincoln 4 door Convertible 462 4V 1971 Ford LTD Convertible 429 4V Phoenix ~ Yeah it's hot however it's a dry heat!
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10-06-2012, 03:52 PM
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#562
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Rivet Master
1979 23' Safari
1954 29' Liner
Orange
, California
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 3,850
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The Lincoln is back from the body shop
I picked up the Lincoln this morning after a repaint. What do you think?
Bill
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Bill Kerfoot, WBCCI/VAC/CAC/El Camino Real Unit #5223
Just my personal opinion
1973 Dodge W200 PowerWagon, 1977 Lincoln Continental, 2014 Dodge Durango
1979 23' Safari, and 1954 29' Double Door Liner Orange, CA
https://billbethsblog.blogspot.com/
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10-06-2012, 05:53 PM
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#563
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Moderator Emeritus
1964 26' Overlander
1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0 Metre
Anna
, Illinois
Join Date: Sep 2002
Posts: 5,719
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Vintage Tow Vehicles
Greetings Bill!
Quote:
Originally Posted by wkerfoot
I picked up the Lincoln this morning after a repaint. What do you think?
Bill
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The paint job looks great! Is the color a light green metallic? The color reminds me of the color on my favorite station wagon . . . a 1971 Buick Sprotwagon . . . Buick's name for the color was Fern Green Metallic. The closest I have been able to get with the last two cars that I ordered was the Gecko Green Metallic that was on my 2007 Volkswage New Beetle Convertible.
Kevin
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WBCCI (Lifetime Member)/VAC #7864
AIR #827
1964 Overlander International
1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0 Metre
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10-06-2012, 05:58 PM
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#564
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Rivet Master
1979 23' Safari
1954 29' Liner
Orange
, California
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 3,850
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Kevin,
The original color was Jade, a metallic. This is a pearl, but looks identical and looks great, next step is to replace the emerald vinyl roof.
We currently plan on being in Huron, hope to see you there.
Bill
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Originally Posted by overlander64
Greetings Bill!
The paint job looks great! Is the color a light green metallic? The color reminds me of the color on my favorite station wagon . . . a 1971 Buick Sprotwagon . . . Buick's name for the color was Fern Green Metallic. The closest I have been able to get with the last two cars that I ordered was the Gecko Green Metallic that was on my 2007 Volkswage New Beetle Convertible.
Kevin
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Bill Kerfoot, WBCCI/VAC/CAC/El Camino Real Unit #5223
Just my personal opinion
1973 Dodge W200 PowerWagon, 1977 Lincoln Continental, 2014 Dodge Durango
1979 23' Safari, and 1954 29' Double Door Liner Orange, CA
https://billbethsblog.blogspot.com/
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10-07-2012, 09:02 PM
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Rivet Master
1964 19' Globetrotter
South Kingstown
, Rhode Island
Join Date: Dec 2004
Posts: 1,406
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Wow, your Lincoln looks great!
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12-23-2012, 07:36 PM
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Rivet Master
1979 23' Safari
1954 29' Liner
Orange
, California
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 3,850
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New picture with the vinyl top installed.
Bill
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Originally Posted by Globie64
Wow, your Lincoln looks great!
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Bill Kerfoot, WBCCI/VAC/CAC/El Camino Real Unit #5223
Just my personal opinion
1973 Dodge W200 PowerWagon, 1977 Lincoln Continental, 2014 Dodge Durango
1979 23' Safari, and 1954 29' Double Door Liner Orange, CA
https://billbethsblog.blogspot.com/
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12-23-2012, 07:55 PM
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#567
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Rivet Master
1965 17' Caravel
1983 27' Excella
Walnut Grove/Laguna Woods
, California
Join Date: Jun 2004
Posts: 1,635
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Wow, really looking good.
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12-23-2012, 10:18 PM
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Rivet Master
1951 21' Flying Cloud
1960 24' Tradewind
West Coast
, BC
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 3,790
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Looking very good Bill. My '57 is IIRC '76 Lincoln colors, light and dark jade metallic. Somewhat partial to the look.
The new roof just tops it up nicely.
Merry Christmas.
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Life is short - so is the door on a '51 Flying Cloud (ouch)
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04-13-2022, 03:43 PM
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New Member
Join Date: Apr 2005
Posts: 1
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1951 Ford Deluxe
I am making sure a 1951 Ford Deluxe Fordor with a V-8 engine, that is rebuilt, will pull a 1955 18 ft camper.
Do I need to install heavier springs in back? I cannot seem to find anyone mentioning having to fortify the springs.
Thank you.
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04-13-2022, 06:43 PM
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Rivet Master
Join Date: Sep 2004
Posts: 1,803
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Not cut and dry answer for this one IMHO. Will depend on a couple of items,
1. Have the springs ever been replaced?
2. Do you plan to use a WD Hitch?
I've pulled with a 1962 Galaxie and a 1968 Travelall, each one needed different things to make them right.
Enjoy,
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04-25-2022, 07:12 AM
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#571
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4 Rivet Member
2004 22' International CCD
Beaumont
, California
Join Date: Jan 2021
Posts: 474
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Globie64
What a great vehicle!
I had a sobering experience last week, which made me re-think my vintage car, which I use regularly. I was driving our Honda sports car on a local 45mph two lane highway, when an elderly driver pulled right out in front of me- witnessed by a park ranger and others. I pushed so hard on the brake I sprained my foot, broadsided her and totalled my car. Thankfully for our airbags, shoulder belts and a stiff structure, I'm still here. If I were in my Dart convertible, I'd probably be dead. People here in town were commenting that seeing the accident made them drive more carefully... and my point to this is, be careful and expect the unexpected, particularly important driving a vintage car and towing. I typically watch for deer to run out, and have missed many (fog lights help to light the side of the roadway) and thought I was pretty vigilant.
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Sorry for your ordeal
What I’ve taken away from similar stories and many near-misses for me is, driving more carefully on your or my parts won’t prevent this kind of accident.
I have a ‘73 truck, so you’d think I’d be safer, but the semi-truck drivers here in So Cal have gotten really aggressive lately.
Stay home or go out?
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