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Old 07-29-2021, 01:34 PM   #1
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I want to let you guy's know it's been a pleasure swapping information over the last few years. I don't know any of you personally' but I feel like I do. You all treated me with respect and helped me with my restoration projects on my 41. I am no longer owner of a classic car, just sold my last one last week. Not able to keep them because the old body is in need repairs itself. Good luck to everyone of you. I'll keep checking back once in a while just to see what's going on,
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Old 07-29-2021, 01:42 PM   #2
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Please stay aboard and post every once in awhile, just because you don't have a car doesn't mean you still cannot be involved!!! Stay safe and stay on here!!!
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Be looking forward to you checking in.
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Old 07-29-2021, 03:25 PM   #4
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Even though you don't have any more old Fords you may be able to help somebody that is new to the hobby. Your knowledge is very valuable and what you know cannot always be found in a book. Keep your mind active and check in often as you are still a valued member.
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Couldn't have said it better! At 86, and having survived a total hip replacement, which meant I could no longer drive my convertible (a 1947) which I have owned for over 25 years, the time is here to place it in the hands of someone who will love and care for it as I have.
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Old 07-29-2021, 03:42 PM   #6
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As others have said, share your knowledge. Hey maybe you can create the end all of how to post pictures :-)


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Old 07-29-2021, 06:48 PM   #8
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Good luck to you older fellas. Im 75 and feel quite a bit slower than I used to be. We all have to keep going as best that we can because the alternative is not that good. Keep on here with us as it will keep your mind young. Regards, Kevin.
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I'm hoping that you stay around and participate - we appreciate all the input from the guys who have been doing this longer than many of us have been alive. Best of luck on your "repairs".
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Old 07-29-2021, 07:22 PM   #10
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By all means, stay and participate in sharing your knowledge.
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Old 07-29-2021, 09:38 PM   #11
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Hey Grumpy...Please stay tuned in here, we're all family!
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Old 07-29-2021, 10:43 PM   #12
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You may not physically have a car, but you’re like all of us, it’s in your blood, and in the back your mind all day long. Be well!
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Old 07-30-2021, 02:36 AM   #13
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No need to check out. Car ownership is not a prerequisite of forum membership. Just having an interest is enough. And not being a fool.
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Old 07-30-2021, 05:04 AM   #14
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Best of luck to you no matter what you decide, but staying on the barn would certainly be an asset to the rest of us. God Bless You and Yours.
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Old 07-30-2021, 07:10 AM   #15
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CONGRATS on passing on your cars to those who will appreciate them and thanks for all your input over the years. Please stay tuned in and participate in the Fordbarn. Your knowledge will still help others.
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Old 07-30-2021, 07:48 AM   #16
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You have to keep pushing! I know being another grumpy old man. I have seen to many of my friends just give up. it ain't good. Just my 2 cents.
I have had some serious health issues and still in much pain but the garage gets my mind off of it. Stay with us! Good Luck.
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Old 07-30-2021, 08:02 AM   #17
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At 88, ot far behind you, just have a few things to finish up. Yake care/
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Grumpy,
Hang in there! Hope you come back to provide support for us slightly younger grumpy old men too.
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Old 07-30-2021, 01:16 PM   #19
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Grumpy, best wishes on all you future endeavors and keep in touch with your friends.
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Old 07-30-2021, 09:02 PM   #20
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Stay tuned in just for the heck of it. Advice is free and to share your knowledge with others is a priceless gift of charity. Don't be shy.
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Old 07-30-2021, 09:52 PM   #21
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Check in once in a while. I have only personally met a couple of these ford psychopaths on here also. We have talked on here to most of these guys more then our neighbors over the years.


I hope your health issues improve. Rest and focus on you and yours!
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Old 07-30-2021, 09:57 PM   #22
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Hate to see you go Grumpy. No way am I gonna leave here as long as I'm above room temperature.
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Hey Grumpy you can still hang out. Might have to change your handle beings that you don't have any ol beauties. Buy or keep somethin just to rub or beat on. Too many quit doin what they have done all their life & just get their ticket punched.
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Old 07-31-2021, 05:26 PM   #24
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Hang with us grumpy, you never know when someone here may need your help, or you might wind up owning another old Ford that you'll need help with.
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Hey Grump ....Since just last Monday, I have sold our '37 Coupe, our '65 Corvette Coupe, and as of just last night, our '40 Coupe is also sold. ALL THREE of our 'toy' cars are effectively gone and some of the stash is going to be offered in short order. My health has been wonky this past three years or so, so it's time. But I ain't selling my computer, and it's gonna take the wrath of Ryan to run me off from this place. I'm not understanding why no more cars should mean no more FordBarn. I wish you well. Me...I ain't goin' nowhere (I hope)! The Coopman (DD)


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V8: Sorry to hear of "health" dept. issues but, you did what is best for you. I sure hope you feel "weller" soon and that life is good to you. You are a valuable asset to all car folks as your range of knowledge and life's experience combined with your communication skills and attention in conveying meaningful detailed information is invaluable. Bruce Lancaster (RIP) and you are high on the scale as "Masters". You know just enough to get us in trouble but even more to get us out of trouble. I always look forward to all your posts and read them all. Your pertinent photos are solid gold.

So, thanks for remaining on Fordbarn and sharing what you know. Jim Pullen

Didn't know you owned a 40. Please post a photo of it, if possible.

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Old 08-01-2021, 08:57 PM   #27
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V8: You are a valuable asset to all car folks as your range of knowledge and life's experience combined with your communication skills and attention in conveying meaningful detailed information is invaluable. Bruce Lancaster (RIP) and you are high on the scale as "Masters". You know just enough to get us in trouble but even more to get us out of trouble. I always look forward to all your posts and read them all. Your pertinent photos are solid gold.

Didn't know you owned a 40. Please post a photo of it, if possible.
Hey Jim .....I really appreciate the nice words!! I'm sorry that I don't have access to better pictures at the moment. Momma 'moved' my album (location temporarily unknown) with all of my old car pictures going back to 1969, and these BELOW are the only ones I have on the computer. We've owned this '40 since 1997.....admittedly nothing like as long as that PULLEN coupe has been in your livery. You can read just a little more about the car in my profile link, BELOW! The '37 in the 'hood' picture is old days original, stock, stock, STOCK! It's going to Ohio. Dick D (DD)

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v8: THANKS for posting the photos. You are very brave placing the 40 hood on the 37 without fear of slipping and sliding. Both cars are beauties. Now, go enjoy all the space in your garage!
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Changes in our lives.. It happens. But others have said stay involved.
Im about to make changes in my life. My job is at an end we fought the good fight, the building industry here has gone so cheap we cant do it anymore.
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Old 08-03-2021, 10:39 PM   #30
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Thanks for the flowers guy's I ain't going anywhere just yet. Already missing the car meets, but that's life. Good luck to everyone. Al
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Ur knowledge is priceless..stick around and stay stimulated.
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