I'm not sure if I'm allowed to post this from another site, but it sure has some nice 57 Fords.
If it is not allowed please remove it with my apologies.
http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=487387&highlight=tri+fords
Don't know anything about that site, never seen it before....Honest!
Great pic's! Thanks for the eye candy Jay!
Tim :unitedstates:
I noticed a few post by Jeff in there..
Quote from: hotroddonnie on 2014-01-07 11:55
Don't know anything about that site, never seen it before....Honest!
lol
Quote from: hiball3985 on 2014-01-07 12:19
I noticed a few post by Jeff in there..
Norwell's a two timing dog, sniffin around other sites....cant be trusted!
Wrong Jeff, Never heard of that joint.
Quote from: Jeff Norwell on 2014-01-07 16:14
Wrong Jeff, Never heard of that joint.
You can run but you can't hide :003:
The AWB in post #2 doesn't work aesthetically IMO. Some damn cool pictures in that thread though, thanks for posting!!!!
Guys:
There was a photo of a 56 Gasser named Galpin Gasser. I wonder if the last name of the owner of that car was Galpin or if he was somehow related or worked for Galpin Ford located in Southern California. At last years Winter Nationals, there was a nice looking 57 Ford named the "Galpin Gasser." It was also featured in one of the hot rodding magazines. There was also an article about a shop truck, a 68 Ranchero that is used by Galpin Ford today in Modified Mustangs & Fords.
Back when I was racing at Lions Drag Strip in 1966, I usually did pretty good in my 65 Mustang at 13.60 seconds, 101 mph. But, when a 65 Falcon pulled in and backed off the trailer with Galpin Ford lettered on its side, I figured I was going to have problems. Sure enough, his initial run off the trailer was an 11.20 seconds, 116 mph. Yes, he went home with the trophy for my class G/Stock Optional F6 (280 - 300 ci., single quad, hydraulic lifters, stick shift in the AHRA rules). But, at least being beat by a Ford it wasn't such a bad thing, he just had a faster car, better equipment, more mechanical skills and a whole lot more money. Back then, I was earning $1.00/hour + all I could eat, working as a short order cook in a hamburger joint and having a great time. lol
Bob
57 AGIN
From what I know. His name is Steve Carpenter and that is his dealership. The 56 is his and of course the 57 from the magazine. He had a black 57 Ford Gasser with flames, its in the image section under 57 Ford Gassers, he may have had a couple others. HRD
hotroddonnie:
I wonder if he's the one who beat me back in 1966. lol
Bob
57 AGIN
I don't think so Bob, I have seen pictures of Steve and he looks younger then 50. Maybe his dad!
Seems strange that there would be two Galpins, unless that guy is the new owner. Frank Galpin was involved in racing when he owned it back in the 60's. Ron Hornaday Sr use to drive for him on the ovals and Riverside. He won the Nascar west division title twice and was champ at our local track several years driving a 57.
I thought I'd check. I went onto Galpin Gasser. Frank Galpin apparently started up in 1946 and Steve Carpenter is not an owner but is involved in the business. You guys can check out the site, there's some info.
I am finishing up 2 jobs for Galpin right now..I will be seeing the guys when i head to GNRS in a few weeks.
I'll ask.
They have some Killer cars and a big Roth Collection, my buddy Dave Shutin is a big driving force there.
I tried doing a little searching and found a Galpin in Arizona, don't know if the two are associated.
Not my cup of tea . I dont mind some of them but the straight axle makes them look like a 4x4 in my book . Im ok with them being altered wheel base though .
I am the opposite.I love a well balance PROPER stances Gasser.Not them street Freaks that started in the early 70's.
On the other hand,I really dislike altered wheelbase cars,Looks like a dog with it's ass kicked in.
altered w/b cars are all about function not form, but have to agree they do look like a dog with its ass kicked in.
zap- :unitedstates:
Jeff:
When you are out West for the GNRS & Galpin, will it be possible for Rick and I and maybe some other Club members to meet with you sometime/place. How long will you be out here, as the GNRS is January 24-26, 2014. I'm hoping to have my 57 back together by that time after cleaning up and painting the rear frame, springs, differential, CalTracs and installing rear disc brakes at Rick's place starting tomorrow.
Bob
57 AGIN
Quote from: 57AGIN on 2014-01-10 17:54
Jeff:
When you are out West for the GNRS & Galpin, will it be possible for Rick and I and maybe some other Club members to meet with you sometime/place. How long will you be out here, as the GNRS is January 24-26, 2014. I'm hoping to have my 57 back together by that time after cleaning up and painting the rear frame, springs, differential, CalTracs and installing rear disc brakes at Rick's place starting tomorrow.
Bob
57 AGIN
Absolutely Bob
I will PM you my contact info and travel times.I am staying at the Fairplex.I have some meetings sched. but lots of free time otherwise.Last year I was suppose to meet Tom D. (several times) at Detroit.I felt terrible, my stay was a real FUBAR.I owe Tom.
Anyhow, it would be neat to meet and have lunch,dinner or just a coffee and chat
Jeff
Jeff:
Great. Sorry to hear about Detroit FUBAR. Sounds a bit like what Rick and I discovered yesterday when we pulled the rear end out of my 57. I had bought the Big Bearing 9" Ford Rear Disc Brake kit from ABS Power Brakes a year ago and we discovered that my 57 has the "small bearing" setup. On Monday I'll be going to ABS to see if I can exchange my "big bearing" kit for their "small bearing" kit. Too bad I waited a full year to install the rear discs. Oh well.
Bob
57 AGIN
Rancheros and station wagons had the larger rear bearings.