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Transmission Repair
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Joe2009 |
03-15-2013 @ 5:20 PM
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I have a 1939 Ford Coupe that is need of transmission repair. I winter in Florida, where there is plenty of help, but the car is in Connecticut. I am looking for someone in the New London area that is knowledgeable/ experienced in early ford transmission repair. I would prefer someone who is retired and does this on the side, as I would like to participate and get my hands dirty. (There is a club/shop like that in Deland, but I am not aware of a similar facility up in Connecticut.) Thanks in advance for any assistance/recommendations.
"The older I get, the better I was."
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Henryat1140 |
03-16-2013 @ 1:17 PM
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I've had very good results with Charlie Schwendler of Orchard Park NY. I know that's a good ways from you, but here's why I like his work: He knows these transmissions inside and out, was a machinist for a long while and can do machine operations on the case if needed. He has a good stock of parts. He is fair and friendly to deal with. He IS retired from his regular job, but I can't say whether it would be a situation where you could work along side of him and participate. He's done both a transmission and rear for us. Very equitable pricing. I know I sound like an evangelist, but when you find someone who does top-drawer work at fair prices I believe they should get all the positive reinforcement we can give. He hangs out on Ford-barn as Charlie NY. Phone (716) 662-9159
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BERTHA |
03-19-2013 @ 7:57 AM
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X2!! Bob
"it's only original once""
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BERTHA |
03-19-2013 @ 7:58 AM
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New Member
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X2!! Bob
"it's only original once""
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BERTHA |
03-19-2013 @ 7:58 AM
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New Member
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Joined: Nov 2009
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X2!! Bob
"it's only original once""
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Joe2009 |
03-24-2013 @ 10:51 AM
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Thanks, Henry. I have, in fact, been talking with him already. Since I need to also move back the entire drive train, I was hoping to find a "one stop shopping" experience.
"The older I get, the better I was."
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