Re: "Waking Sleeping Beauty" .... The Blog!

Posted by HH56 On 2011/1/27 12:04:06

Yes, was unfortunate because similar opportunities don't come that often.

Problem I saw with that program, aside from the fact I don't plan on doing any more engines so no need, was the uncertainties. You commit a sizable amount to a particular piston without knowing for sure if it could be used when an engine was torn apart or you select one for a 374 but a nice car with a 352 comes along and plans change. You're stuck trying to trade or sell or buying again to get the ones you need.


EDIT: Just looked at those Standard Surplus price lists from the 60's. 55-6 gas tanks @ $25.00. Wonder if any one wound up with those when Standard ceased & how long they lasted. I believe a good amount of the Studebaker stuff was trashed due to bad storage or lack of selling rather than pay the cost of being moved building by building over the years. Wonder if Packard gas tanks fit in that category.