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Need some help in Chattanooga

I’m not sure if this belongs here or in the Engine section, so feel free to move it if necessary.

I am still getting to know my “new” 1954 3100. So I was delighted to find a metal tag riveted to the oil pan flange. The tag was from Douglass Engine Shop in Chattanooga, and info about bore, rod, and main bearings had been stamped into the plate. Appoarently they rebuilt the engine. The PO did not ever mention that, and maybe did not even know because it was done before his ownership.

I tried to contact the company, only to find that they were no longer in business. Naturally, I would love to track down some info – maybe someone has records of work they did, etc. My guess is that they ran a fairly substantial business, enough to have attractive tags created, with their logo.

Can anyone help with info? The shop was located at 4317 N Creek Rd. in Chattanooga, and the building with the sign is still there. Thanks for your help!

Harry