I have had much the same experience as Bob, 6 shops and no takers. In fact I could not even get a shop to test the 3 heater cores I have.
I want the radiator to retain the OEM stamping and numbers for the 53, I have a perfect shape 54, but for the restoration, I want it correct.
Not all of us have the skill set and equipment that Denny has acquired over many years, the cost of which is incalculable. He has the time and skills to craft, modify or adapt a solution, that I certainly could not do.
I am sure that a large operation like Auto Parts Train understands the marketplace, and has looked at the investment required for the parts it does stock, and decided where they would place their money. It seem like even though there may be a lot of Bolters, my experience, gathered at this site, points to the fact that by and large we are a frugal, crafty and resourceful bunch.
On the plus side Bill at Classic Radiator. was friendly and very responsive, not a bad combination.
Enough on markets and the economy.
Mike
Last edited by 65PanelMike; 08/28/2008 5:21 PM.
