News 19.2 Headliner install - Danchuk Manufacturing, Inc.

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World’s Largest Manufacturer of 1955-56-57 Chevrolet Restoration Parts
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5-6-7Update
Volume 19, Issue 2 • Danchuk 3201 S. Standard Ave., Santa ana, CA 92705
IN THIS ISSUE:
• Headliner INstall
• PARTS SPECIALS
• BARRIS CAR FEATURE
• SHOW TRAILER SCHEDULE
SPRING 2013
Let DANCHUK SHOW YOU
HOW-TO
Install a Headliner
General MANAGER’s
Spring, finally!!! It’s
been an absolutely
brutal season with
storms and such and we are
thrilled that the country is
starting to thaw out. We’ve
expanded this Update to
24 pages to celebrate the
weather and start of the show
season.
Thanks to our customer
requests we have installed a
headliner in one of our cars and documented the
whole thing in the form of an install article and put
everything needed on sale in case you want to do
one yourself.
Also, since the weather is going to start getting
real hot soon we thought we would discount all our
Vintage Air A/C units, US Radiator cooling products
and related parts to help you keep you and your
ride cool. And since you really want to show off
that beautiful car of yours we’ve went “Billet Crazy”
and slashed prices on all of our Eddie Motorsports
products. We’ve had nothing but compliments
on Eddie’s beautiful parts so we hope you take
advantage of the sale and score them at the lowest
prices of the year.
Not to stop there we are highlighting our newest
“Made in the USA” ’56 side mouldings at a discount.
This is the most correct and spectacular side
stainless since it was brand new from GM. And,
who wants to spend hours and hours driving their
beautiful cars to all those shows without some cool
classic tunes? We’ve filled two full pages with our
premier classic stereo supplier’s products, Custom
Autosound. You really couldn’t have picked a better
time to upgrade your system since the latest USA630 model on page 14 has some great upgraded
features and the brand new speaker systems on
page 15 are awesome.
And, last but certainly not least we are having a
spring “Blem” sale on page 11 starting May 15th. If
you have a part on the list that doesn’t have to be
dead perfect you will love our Blems.
Happy Restoring,
A while back we asked our customers for
some ideas we could use for Tech Articles
promising a free tee to anyone who gave
us an idea that we used. Well, congratulations to Mike Swon of Darien, IL and William
Mitchell of Swansea, MA for your ideas of an
article covering tack strips and a headliner.
In fact, the idea was so good we pitched it to
Super Chevy for the magazine. They liked
it so much they sent Calin Head over to the
shop in California, shot photos of the install
and published it. Our thanks to Calin for the
lesson and to the Editors of Super Chevy for
allowing us to reprint the article.
Look Up and Be Proud
Step-by-Step instructions for all you DIY types
on hanging a new headliner into a Bel Air
By Calin Head * Photography by Author
One of the more common tech questions Danchuk Manufacturing gets is how to properly
install a new headliner. While this task has
usually been left to professional trim shops
the hardcore DIY guys will still try it at home.
About halfway through the job the tech lines
blow up with questions about how to get all
the wrinkles out.
Before this author worked here at the magazine I spent almost 10 years at a custom
upholstery shop. My intent with this story
is to show you the steps necessary to get
your headliner install to look right. Hopefully
I have broken it down into simple steps that
won’t require any real expensive tools, like
steamers. You will however, need a heat gun
to relax the material, but if you don’t have
one of these you could always use a hair
dryer. You will also need a few screwdrivers,
a couple clamps, scissors or razor blade, an
awl, some sort of staple gun (air or manual),
and if you are replacing the tack strip like we
are a drill, 1/8” drill bit, pop rivet gun and pop
rivets. One thing to note is the new headliner
is sewn together with a polyester thread that
will out last cotton threads used back in the
day. We also picked up a pre-sewn set of sun
visors, so we won’t need a sewing machine.
For the installation we went straight to the
Danchuk facility where I worked with Mike
Phone : (800) 648-4728 • www.danchuk.com
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Morgan. The Danchuk facility is definitely
not an upholstery type shop so we were
working in conditions most of you at home
guys would be. The car has been completely
stripped so we had to replace everything
from the tack strip to the bows along with
the headliner itself. If the vehicle you are
working on still has a headliner in it then
your job will be a bit easier. So lean back on
your toolbox and read on and hopefully this
story will help you get the results you want.
1.) The photo on the cover is everything
needed to install a headliner into a ’56 Bel Air
that has been stripped down to bare bones.
The headliner has the proper perforation
and color for the car, as do the visors. The
long pieces of metal at the bottom are the
bows and as you can see they are all different sizes. Not to worry they are marked
so it’s pretty simple to find out where each
one goes. Lastly are the black rolls of tack
strip that fit into specific sized slots around
the perimeter of the roof panel and give a
place to affix the headliner material.
the bow engage the notch at the top of the
mounting tab, which keeps it from flopping
front to back, and does it still look straight?
If the bow looks distorted instead of having
its natural shape you will have to drop down
to the lower hole.
welt that runs along the front edge of the
rear interior panel. Just for clarification the
63’s go along the sides, the 60 goes along
the rear window and the 50 is for the front.
7.) The two 63-inch pieces run above the side
window opening. They fit into a channel and
4.) There are two special bows in the ’56 are held in place by these tabs.
headliner set, the middle and the front. The
middle one is much thinner and is held in
place by a bunch of sharp little tangs that
are punched into the center support brace
in the middle of the roof.
8.) The front and rear window pieces were
held on at the factory with heavy metal
staples. Well, we don’t have that tool so
we will be using pop rivets instead. Before
we can install the new tack strip all the old
staples need to be removed.
2.) The first step in the process will be to dry
fit all the bows. Since they are numbered
we knew where to put them, but there still is
something to note. The mounting points for
the bows have two mounting holes/positions.
Since we don’t have any stock bows from the
car we had to determine which hole, top or
bottom would be the correct one.
5.) The front one has these little brass grommets that go along with it. The grommets
are a must as they keep the end of the bow
from going too deep into the mounting point.
The grommets are included in the bow kit.
9.) Mike drills 1/8-inch holes about 3 inches
apart.
10.) And then locks the tack strip down with
6.) With the bows squared away we now large headed pop rivets as pictured on top
needed to install the tack strip. The kit from of next page.
3.) We recommend going with the top hole Danchuk comes like this, all separately
first to get the most headroom possible. What rolled and marked by length. We will be
you want to look for is the following. Does using the 4 rolled up sections for this job.
The two short sets are used for the pinch
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13.) Now you can install all the other bows.
The listings will be a little longer than the
bows so for now just bunch up the headliner
to get the bows in.
11.) Now that the car is ready to accept the
new headliner the bows were taken from the
car one by one and slipped into the listing of
the headliner. The headliner we are using
wasn’t marked front to rear so we had to kind
of figure that out on our own. What we found
was the front edge has the shorter section
of material as opposed to the rear that had
a much longer piece. Basically the front
bow is much closer to the windshield than
the rear bow is to the back glass.
17.) Now that the sides are somewhat smooth
its time to apply a little heat with a heat gun
or hair dryer to soften the material so you
can put a good stretch on the headliner
14.) With all the bows in we use a few little front to back. Use just a few staples to hold
clamps to hold the front and back edges up. the material for now since you may have to
What we have at this point is a very wrinkled come back and pull this more, but the idea
headliner at the edges but the center should is to get the center of the headliner nice and
already start to look smooth.
smooth from front to rear.
15.) Now we need to carefully cut the listings
back so the material can be pulled down.
12.) With all the bows carefully slipped in Get in there with your scissors and trim the
place the headliner was taken to the car. listing just enough to let you stretch out the
The center bow as mentioned earlier is held wrinkles. The bend in the bows is what
in by little metal tangs. The tangs pierce creates the smooth arch on the sides of
the listing and are then bent up holding it the headliner and the listing is what holds
in place. Make sure to get the tang to pop the headliner to the bow so trim a little at
through the very top of the listing as close to a time until its smooth. Trim too much and
the bow as possible like you see here. Since you will loose that nice arch and end up with
the tangs prevent the headliner from being a sharp angle.
stretched side-to-side you will need to do it
as you go. Punch the center ones through 16.) Once you have all the listings trimmed
the listing then stretch the headliner to the make a cut on each side of the sewn line.
side before sticking the next one through. We will come back to this in a second.
18.) Now we can finish off the sides. You
want to pull on the seams like this till the
sides look nice and smooth. If the sides
are pulled just right, there will be no need
to pull in between the seams. If you pull
down on the center areas it will create a
drooping between each seam. We like it
smooth, but some like the slight drooping
effect that pulling the center down provides,
as long as there are no wrinkles either way
will look good.
19.) Pop two staples right on the seam to
hold the stretch and continue the process
on the other bows.
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pushing in on the material around where the
dome light is. You will eventually locate the
center hole and then see the three tangs
that hold the dome light assembly in place.
20.) With all the bows now smoothed out
turn to the front and rear window areas. If
you stretched the headliner front to back
enough then all you need to do is work out
from the center towards the sides. If you have
wrinkles that just won’t work out you may
need to pull the front to back a little more.
If everything was done accordingly the
headliner should look like this. There are
still a few minor little wrinkles mainly from the
headliner being folded up in a box. Those
will relax over time. We hope this story gave
23.) Now carefully cut an X in the headliner
you enough information to at least decide if
so you can fish out the wires. Also cut small
this is a job for you. All we can say is make
holes so the tangs can protrude.
sure to use quality products like the ones
from Danchuk, make any cuts a little at a
time, and use the staples sparingly till the
headliner is smooth, then come back and
put in as many as you like.
ORDERING INTERIOR
HEADLINERS*
24.) Then plug in the light and slip it up into
place. Use a set of pliers to put a slight twist
on the tang locking the dome light in place.
21.) When you get to the corners you will
want to pull the material back and down as
you pop staples in the tack strip.
25.) You can use the same poke, cut, and
install procedure for the sun visors as well.
That’s all there is to it!
22.) That should complete the pulling and
stapling portion of the job. Now its time install
a few other parts. With a clean finger start
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Get 10% off any Interior Headliner
order. If you don’t have our catalog,
call and we will ship one out to you
to choose your color and application
from the Interior section of our printed catalog. Or go to our website,
www.danchuk.com, and click the
“Interior Trim and Upholstery” listing
in the menu on the left.
Interior Headliners are special order items that require 2-3 weeks for
delivery. Headliners are shipped to
you directly from our vendor, and
may be subject to a restocking fee
if returned. Returns accepted only if
returned exactly as shipped. Please
confirm application with Danchuk
before placing order to avoid ordering incorrect item. 10% discount
will be taken when placing order by
phone. If placing an order on the
website, the 10% discount will not
be reflected at checkout, but will be
invoiced with the correct price when
we place your special order with the
vendor. 10% discount valid on Interior Headliner order until July 20th.
Save 10% on All Interior Headliners!
Call or check Catalog/WEbsite for INTERIOR Headliner Part Numbers and decriptions*
Install
#16474
Headliner Bows
Sale
Ready to install your headliner? Make sure you have all the parts with this bow set that helps you to do the job right.
1955 2-Door Hardtop, 3-Piece Set.......................................................... #15550............................... $84.95.................... $74.95/set
1956-57 2-Door Sedan, 7-Piece Set........................................................ #15552............................... $164.95................ $148.95/set
1956-57 2-Door Hardtop, 7-Piece Set..................................................... #15551............................... $164.95................ $148.95/set
Stainless HeadLINER Bows
Reproductions of original except now made in high quality stainless steel and come in a set of 3. These were an original item in all
1955 Bel Air hardtops, but may be added to any 1955-57 2-Door hardtop if a 1955 style headliner is used.
1955 Bel Air 2-Door Hardtop................................................................... #16472............................... $459.95.............. $409.95/set
Sale
Stainless Nomad HeadLINER Bows
Sale
Reproductions of original manufactured to original factory specifications in high quality stainless steel and comes in a set of 7.
1955-57..................................................................................................... #16474............................... $919.95............... $829.95/set
Tack Strip Sets
Sale
1955-57 2-Door Hardtop
..............#11309... $57.95........ $51.95/set
1955-57 Nomad
..............#11310... $69.95...... $62.95/set
1955 2-Door Sedan
..............#11311... $48.95........ $41.95/set
1956-57 2-Door Sedan
..............#11312... $36.95...... $29.95/set
1955 4-Door Sedan
..............#11313... $33.95...... $29.95/set
1956-57 4-Door Sedan
..............#11314... $21.95........$18.95/set
1955-57 2-Door Wagon
..............#11315... $59.95...... $53.95/ea.
1955-57 4-Door Wagon
..............#11316... $48.95...... $44.95/ea.
1955-57 Sedan Delivery
..............#11317... $78.95........ $71.95/ea.
Dome Light Housing
Used with lens #212 and bezel #212A.
1955-60 Sedan & Wagon,
1956-57 Hardtop
...........#12525... $28.95...... $24.95/set
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Dome Lens
The heat of the
dome light will
yellow almost
any plastic, and
eventually wears
the old lens out.
The ideal solution is this dome lens, correctly reproduced to fit all sedans, wagons
and 1956-57 hardtops.
1955-57.#212....... $11.95....... $10.50/ea.
Dome Lens Bezel
Beautifully plated in brilliant chrome, this
bezel uses a #212 lens, below. One bezel
required per car.
1955-57 Sedan and Wagon,
’56-57 Hardtop.#212A
......................... $13.95....... $12.50/ea.
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Sale Prices Good Through
JUly 20th, 2013
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Part Specials
More Great Prices for Your New Install!
#1417
Sunvisor Support
Brackets
After 50 years, most sunvisor support
brackets have taken quite a beating. Our
sunvisor support brackets allow you to roll
back the years with their precision detail and
durable chrome plating. Mounting hardware
is included with brackets.
1955-60 Best, exc. Convertible
..............#1052..... $37.95...... $33.95/pr.
1955-60 Good, exc. Convertible
..............#16801... $27.95...... $24.95/pr.
1955-57 Convertible Sunvisor Hooks
..............#290....... $28.95...... $25.95/pr.
#1412
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#1415
Upholstered Sunvisors
This is the genuine article for hardtops and convertibles, with faithful reproductions of
texture, pattern, and color. Constructed with hardboard cores, steel spindles, and high
quality vinyl. Excellent replacements for sedan models.
1955-57 exc. Convertible, Fiberboard w/Rod
......................................................................#1393......... $25.95................. $22.95/ea.
1955-57 Conv, Fiberboard w/Rod................#1394......... $36.95................. $32.95/ea.
1955-57 exc. Conv., Black Naugahyde Replacement...
......................................................................#1410......... $134.95.............. $119.95/pr.
1955-57 Conv., Black Naugahyde Replacement
......................................................................#1418......... $109.95...............$99.95/pr.
Sale
Sale Price
$116.95/ea.
2-Door Hardtop:
1955 Beige.......... #1411.........$129.95/pr.
1957 Blue............ #1412.........$129.95/pr.
1957 Beige.......... #1413.........$129.95/pr.
1957 Red............. #1414.........$129.95/pr.
1957 Green......... #1415.........$129.95/pr.
1957 Turq............. #1416.........$129.95/pr.
1957 Silver.......... #1417.........$129.95/pr.
Sale Price
Sale
1955-57 Sedan, Convertible
..............#11242... $14.95....... $13.50/set
$116.95/ea.
Convertible:
1955-56 Blue....... #1420.........$129.95/pr.
1955-56 Red........ #1421.........$129.95/pr.
1955-56 Green.... #1422.........$129.95/pr.
1957 Turq............. #1426.........$129.95/pr.
1957 Silver.......... #1427.........$129.95/pr.
Chrome Dash AIR CONDITIONING Vent
Assemblies
These beautiful dash vent assemblies are just
what you need to make your AC installation look
factory and they are designed to work with a
2.5" hose which is standard in Vintage Air kits.
Not exactly like original, these require a smaller
hole to be cut in the dash than stock. Danchuk
#16203 are Die-Cast and chrome plated and
they will work in any model 1955-57 classic
Chevy running a Vintage Air or similar aftermarket air conditioning kit.
1955-57.........................................................#16203....... $189.95............. $169.95/pr.
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Chrome Sunvisor Trim
Factory A/C Dash Vents
These are reproductions of the original factory air conditioning dash vents. Each year
had its own unique design. Made for those
looking to replace missing originals or to add
a rare option to your classic Chevy's dash.
1955.......#13250... $299.95
.......................................... $269.95/pr.
1956.......#13251... $299.95
.......................................... $269.95/pr.
1957 (Shown)
..............#13252... $299.95
.......................................... $269.95/pr.
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Keep Your Cool with these Great Part Specials!
Part Specials
Complete 134A Air Conditioning Units
Designed specifically for your classic Chevy. System attaches to existing holes in dash and firewall without drilling. These kits now use
the fully electronic GEN IV Sure Fit System, which features an electronic conversion for stock heater control levers which eliminates
all control cables. Separate heating and cooling coils and SPAL permanent magnet blower motor gives you maximum capacity and
performance. To order, call our customer service department with your application. Ask your customer service rep for more information.
These kits come in 3 box sets, and 2 of the 3 boxes need to be shipped oversized which incurs an extra shipping charge.
1955-56..................................................................................................... #2437................................. $1369.95........... $1225.95/kit
1957 .......................................................................................................... #2439................................. $1389.95........... $1225.95/kit
Note: The 55 with original 265 V8 with oil filter option requires a special order kit.
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A/C Clutch
Compressor CoverS
Dress up your Sanden 508 A/C Compressor
with this aluminum clutch cover, hardware
included.
All Chrome, SD508
..............#16542... $69.95...... $63.95/ea.
All Polished, SD508
..............#16543... $65.95...... $59.95/ea.
All Machined, SD508
..............#16544... $59.95...... $54.95/ea.
Air Conditioning Condensers
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For use with Crossflow radiators.
1955-57 Unpolished, w/ All Lines...............#12169....... $364.95............ $329.95/ea.
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Part Specials
Best-Selling Eddie MotorSports on Special!
#16245
JUly 20th, 2013
#16247
Eddie Motorsports Billet Hood Hinges
These billet hood hinges by Eddie Motorsports are exactly what you need to finish off the engine compartment of your classic. CNC
machined from 6061-T6 billet they utilize a sealed bearing for ultra smooth operation and a stainless steel gas spring to complete
the look.
1955-56 Machine Finish........................................................................... #16244............................... $599.95............... $549.95/pr.
1955-56 Polished Finish.......................................................................... #16245............................... $649.95............... $599.95/pr.
1957 Machine FInish................................................................................ #16247............................... $599.95............... $549.95/pr.
1957 Polished FInish............................................................................... #16248............................... $649.95............... $599.95/pr.
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Eddie Motorsports Custom Color Billet Hood Hinges
Made the same as their polished and machine finished hinges, these can be ordered powder coated in the following colors; blue,
black, orange, yellow, red, white or in clear anodized. These are a special order item. Please call our customer service department
to order. Allow 2-3 weeks for delivery.
1955-56 Custom Colors........................................................................... #16246............................... $699.95.............. $649.95/pr.
1957 Custom Colors................................................................................ #16249............................... $699.95.............. $649.95/pr.
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Eddie Motorsports Billet Trunk Hinges
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Photos and description on page 94 of Interior section.
1955-57 Satin, Hardtop & Convertible.................................................... #16496............................... $319.95...............$289.95/pr.
1955-57 Polished, Hardtop & Convertible.............................................. #16497............................... $349.95................ $319.95/pr.
1955-57 Satin, Sedan............................................................................... #16498............................... $319.95...............$289.95/pr.
1955-57 Polished, Sedan......................................................................... #16499............................... $349.95................ $319.95/pr.
Eddie Motorsports Custom Color Trunk Hinges
black, orange, yellow, red, white or in clear anodized. These are a special order item. Please call our customer service department
to order. Allow 2-3 weeks for delivery.
1955-57 Hardtop & Conv.......................................................................... #16500............................... $374.95............... $339.95/ea.
1955-57 Sedan.......................................................................................... #16501............................... $374.95............... $339.95/ea.
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Part Specials
#16632
#16633
EDDIE MOTORSPORT Billet Hood Braces
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#16636
These billet aluminum hood braces replace the stamped steel baffle and include stainless hardware.
1955 Machined Finish.............................................................................. #16632 .............................. $149.95................ $134.95/ea.
1956 Machined Finish.............................................................................. #16633............................... $149.95................ $134.95/ea.
1957 Machined Finish.............................................................................. #16634............................... $149.95................ $134.95/ea.
1955 Polished Finish............................................................................... #16635............................... $189.95................$174.95/ea.
#16663
#16668
EDDIE MOTORSPORT Hood brace supports
These billet brace supports give you that finishing touch to your engine compartment to an area that is usually overlooked. Available
in either machined satin or brightly polished. Designed for use with EMS Billet hood braces.
1955 Machined......................................................................................... #16663............................... $109.95................. $99.95/pr.
1955 Polished........................................................................................... #16664............................... $119.95................ $107.95/pr.
1956 Machined......................................................................................... #16665............................... $109.95................. $99.95/pr.
1956 Polished........................................................................................... #16666............................... $119.95................ $107.95/pr.
1957 Machined......................................................................................... #16667............................... $109.95................. $99.95/pr.
1957 Polished........................................................................................... #16668............................... $119.95................ $107.95/pr.
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#16669
#16670
Hood latch plate & support
This beautifully crafted latch plate and support match the EMS hood braces and supports, but is a stand out on its own. Available in
either machined satin finish or highly polished, either way it is sure to add that custom touch under the hood of you classic.
1955 Machined Billet............................................................................... #16669............................... $129.95.................. $117.95/set
1955 Polished Billet................................................................................. #16670............................... $144.95................ $129.95/set
1956 Machined Billet............................................................................... #16671............................... $129.95.................. $117.95/set
1957 Machined Billet............................................................................... #16673............................... $144.95................ $129.95/set
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Part Specials
Eddie Motorsports Billet Sill Plates
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These beautiful billet sill plates are a direct replacement for the originals on all 2-door models. Mounting screws included.
1955-57 Machined, 2-Door...................................................................... #16816............................... $249.95.............. $229.95/pr.
1955-57 Polished, 2-Door........................................................................ #16817............................... $274.95.............. $249.95/pr.
S-drive
serpentine Pulley
systems
Polished, Billet
Fire Extinguisher BracketS
The ULTIMATE extinguisher bracket! These
brackets are CNC machined out of 6061-T6
billet aluminum and are beautifully polished
to really set off your interior. These will work
for any model 1955-1957 classic Chevy
as well as other vehicles you may have in
your collection.
1955-57 1-lb. Polished
..............#16252... $84.95....... $77.95/ea.
1955-57 2.5-lb. Polished
..............#16253... $89.95....... $81.95/ea.
S-Drive pulley systems offer
the latest in serpentine drive
systems. They feature all new
components and Made in the
USA billet pulleys and brackets.
Components included are:
Sanden SD7 compressor, Type
2 P/S pump w/reservoir (remote
on LS models), alternator and
water pump. LS versions
include an ATI damper. All
components are matched to
take the guesswork out of getting the right parts. Available
in either machined satin finish
or highly polished. Polished
versions include a polished compressor, alternator and water pump. Non-power steering
versions and custom colors are available by Special Order.
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All Polished, BB...........................................#16659....... $2,195...................$1995/kit
All Machined, BB.........................................#16660....... $2,095................... $1895/kit
All Polished, SB...........................................#16661....... $2,125...................$1995/kit
All Machined, SB.........................................#16662....... $1,900................ $1700/kit
All Machined, L/S.........................................#16676....... $2,395.................. $2195/kit
All Polished, L/S...........................................#16677....... $2,495................. $2295/kit
Eddie Motorsports Billet Trunk Hinges
These billet trunk hinges match the Eddie Motorsports
hood hinges and add a custom touch to an often-overlooked
area. Billet hinges replace the stock torsion bar with a
modern gas spring mounted on each hinge for smooth
operation. Complete with mounting hardware and instructions. For convertible applications just switch the hinges
and mount the gas spring to the wheel well.
1955-57 Satin, Hardtop & Convertible.................................................... #16496............................... $319.95...............$289.95/pr.
1955-57 Polished, Hardtop & Convertible.............................................. #16497............................... $349.95................ $319.95/pr.
1955-57 Satin, Sedan............................................................................... #16498............................... $319.95...............$289.95/pr.
1955-57 Polished, Sedan......................................................................... #16499............................... $349.95................ $319.95/pr.
black, orange, yellow, red, white or in clear anodized. These are a special order item. Allow 2-3 weeks for delivery.
1955-57 CUSTOM COLOR, Hardtop & Convertible................................ #16500............................... $374.95............... $339.95/ea.
1955-57 CUSTOM COLOR, Sedan........................................................... #16501............................... $374.95............... $339.95/ea.
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StaRTS at 7:00 AM P.S.T. SHARP!
THESE PARTS AVAILABLE AS BLEMS - MARK YOUR CALENDAR, QUANTITIES ARE LIMITED!
B153
1955 Taillight Bezels........................................................... $95.95........$65.00/pr.
B189 1957 License Plate Frame, Bel Air, Gold............................ $74.95.......$43.00/ea.
B208
1955 Wiper Escutcheons (150).......................................... $46.95.......$29.00/set
B210A 55-57Windshield Wiper Escutcheons (exc. 55-150)............ $49.95....... $31.00/set
B212A 55-57Large Dome Lens Bezel (Sedan, Wgn, & 56-57 HT).$13.95.........$9.00/ea.
B217
1957 Dash Trim (B/A)......................................................... $169.95...$100.00/set
B217A 1955 Dash Trim (B/A)......................................................... $169.95...$100.00/set
B217B 1956 Dash Trim (B/A)......................................................... $169.95...$100.00/set
B217D 1956 Dash Trim, no holes................................................... $169.95...$100.00/set
B297
1957 Wheel Spinner Emblems Only................................... $49.95.......$32.00/set
B298B 55-56Clock Face Standard and Automatic, 1958-62 Vette.. $17.95........ $11.00/ea.
B302
55-57Antenna Base & Gasket............................................ $23.95.......$15.00/ea.
B363
55-57Inside Rear View Mirror............................................. $29.95.......$18.00/ea.
B365
55-57Bel Air Crests - Gold.................................................. $52.95 .......$33.00/pr.
B371
1955 Hood Emblem With Bezel.......................................... $69.95.......$42.00/ea.
B372
1955 Hood & Trunk Emblem (& 56-58 6 Cyl Trunk)............ $34.95....... $21.00/ea.
B373
1956 Hood Emblem, Plastic (V8)....................................... $28.95.......$18.00/ea.
B374
1956 Trunk Emblem, V8..................................................... $28.95.......$18.00/ea.
B374A 1956 Trunk Emblem With Bezel (V8).................................. $54.95.......$33.00/ea.
B377
1957 Grille Bar Emblem..................................................... $32.95.......$20.00/ea.
B382
1957 Fuel Injection Script................................................... $51.95........ $31.00/ea.
B469
1957 Hood Rockets............................................................ $94.95........$75.00/pr.
B472
1955 Hood Bird................................................................... $159.95.....$90.00/ea.
B474
1957 Hood Bar................................................................... $209.95...$125.00/ea.
B478 1955Grille.......................................................................... $274.95...$164.00/ea.
B479
1956 Grille, Chrome........................................................... $319.95...$205.00/ea.
B530B 1957 Fender Louvers, Bel Air, Chrome, Custom................ $58.95.......$42.00/set
B533
1955 Parklight Housings..................................................... $159.95....$102.00/pr.
B537C 1957 Rocker Panel Mouldings w/o Clips............................ $179.95....$108.00/pr.
B539
1957 Bel Air Scripts, Gold................................................... $64.95........$42.00/pr.
B541
1957 Chevrolet Script, V8 Bel Air Die Cast, Gold............... $29.95.......$18.00/ea.
B573
1957 Aluminum Side Panel Inserts, B/A 2-Door Hardtop,Sedan, Conv., Nom.
................................................................................... $599.95....$425.00/pr.
B575
55-57Sill Plate (2-Door)...................................................... $59.95........$36.00/pr.
B590A 1957 Front Vee (V8), Hood 210, Chrome............................ $94.95....... $61.00/ea.
B591
1957 Rear Vee (V8), Nomad & Continental Kit, Gold......... $34.95.......$22.00/ea.
B591A 1958 Rear Vee (V8) Continental Kit, Chrome..................... $35.95.......$22.00/ea.
B624
55-57Window Crank Handles............................................. $29.95........$19.00/pr.
B626
55-56Bel Air Dash Emblem................................................. $13.95.........$9.00/ea.
B700
1955 Bel Air, Front Fender, Driver, Side Mouldings, All 2 & 4 Door except Nomad
................................................................................... $54.95.......$33.00/ea.
B701
1955 Bel Air, Front Fender, Psngr., Side Mouldings, All 2 & 4 Door except Nomad
................................................................................... $54.95.......$33.00/ea.
B890
1957 “57 Chevy” License Plate Frame............................... $10.95......... $7.00/ea.
B900
55-57Turn Signal Plastic Knob and Chrome Shaft.............. $12.95.........$8.00/ea.
B909
1957 Ignition Switch Bezel................................................. $12.95.........$8.00/ea.
B947
55-57Seat Adjustment Knob, Chrome................................ $12.95.........$8.00/ea.
B1042 1956 Chrome Vee, V8, Rear............................................... $54.95.......$33.00/ea.
B1049 55-57Inside Rear View Mirror Support (Ht & Sedan).......... $29.95.......$18.00/ea.
B1052 55-60Sunvisor Support Brackets, except Conv................... $37.95.........$24.00/pr.
B1080A 1956 Parklight Housing Assembly...................................... $175.95... $110.00/set
B1454 1957 Chrome Dash Bezel Set............................................ $57.95........$35.00/set
B1737 1957 “Chevrolet” Aluminum Script...................................... $49.95.......$30.00/ea.
B10141 1955 Grille Moulding, Hood Bar Only................................. $205.95...$128.00/ea.
B10319A55-57Windshield Center Mldg Connector, Interior, Lower.... $13.95.........$9.00/ea.
B14204 1956 Grille Tie Bar, Chrome............................................... $99.95.......$60.00/ea.
B14222 56-57Headlight Retaining Ring, Stainless.......................... $19.95.......$12.00/ea.
B16030 1955 Headlight Retaining Ring, Stainless.......................... $19.95.......$12.00/ea.
Phone:(800) 648-4728
Because of the nature of this sale,
it’s very important to read and
understand all of the following
terms and conditions before
placing your order.
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@ 7:00am PST.
2. All orders will be taken and shipped
from our California facility only.
3. Because of the volume of orders being
placed during the sale, we cannot
hand pick blemished parts.
4. All returns must be made within 10
days of receipt of order.
5.
No exchanges may be made for the
same type blem part. However, you
can exchange for a credit toward a
first quality part.
6. Returns can only be credited towards
your next order.
7. Blem parts will not be available via the
internet. No parts ordered at www.
danchuk.com will be considered Blems.
8. All sales are final on blemished parts after
the 10 days.
9. Because these parts are slightly
blemished, we can not guarantee
quality.
0.Sale is limited to stock on hand. No
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taken.
1. Sorry, this sale is not available to dealers
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2.Due to the drastic discounts, we must
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conditions. Most of these terms do not
apply to our first-quality parts.
3.Due to the nature of this sale and the
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limited stock, we must restrict purchases
of blems to one of each part per person,
unless your car requires a pair.
4.Other parts may be available as Blems,
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to advertise, they are not listed. You are
welcomed to ask for a Blem on any part.
5.Danchuk Mfg. is not responsible for any
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Part Specials
1956 Side Moulding Perfecti
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Part Specials
ion, now Made in the U.S.A.!
#17124-17125
#17126-17127
#17130-17131
#17132-17133
#17128-17129
#17134-17135
1956 Side Mouldings
That’s right, two AND four door. We have completely tooled up in-house and are now making all 1956 side
stainless 100% in the United States of America! The tooling was made 100% by Danchuk hands from
American steel. Each moulding is created out of the best stainless steel available in the US with the most
brilliant polish you could imagine. And yes, we knew there was no way we could put all of this time and effort
into such a huge project and leave our four door friends out. SO we now have the most beautiful and correct
side stainles for two and four door cars. Don’t spend your hard earned money on anything but the best . . . .
Danchuk, “There’s no comparision”.
1956 4-Door/Door, Front, Lower Driver/Upper Psngr, Hardtop...... #17124..........$49.95............. $44.95/ea.
1956 4-Door/Door, Front, Upper Driver/Lower Psngr, Hardtop...... #17125..........$49.95............. $44.95/ea.
1956 4-Door/Door, Rear, Driver, Hardtop......................................... #17126..........$99.95............. $89.95/ea.
1956 4-Door/Door, Rear, Psngr, Hardtop......................................... #17127..........$99.95............. $89.95/ea.
1956 4-Door/Door, Front, Lower Driver/Upper Passenger, Sedan.#17130..........$49.95............. $44.95/ea.
1956 4-Door/Door, Front, Upper Driver/Lower Passenger, Sedan.#17131..........$49.95............. $44.95/ea.
1956 4-Door/Door, Rear, Driver, Sedan............................................ #17132..........$99.95............. $89.95/ea.
1956 4-Door/Door, Rear, Psngr, Sedan............................................ #17133..........$99.95............. $89.95/ea.
1956 4-Door/Quarter Panel, Driver, Hardtop................................... #17128..........$99.95............. $89.95/ea.
1956 4-Door/Quarter Panel, Psngr, Hardtop................................... #17129..........$99.95............. $89.95/ea.
1956 4-Door/Quarter Panel, Driver, Sedan...................................... #17134..........$99.95............. $89.95/ea.
1956 4-Door/Quarter Panel, Psngr, Sedan...................................... #17135..........$99.95............. $89.95/ea.
1956 2 & 4-Door/Fender, Bel Air, Spear Point, Driver & Psngr...... #17311..........$44.95............. $39.95/ea.
1956 2 & 4-Door/Fender, Bel Air, Upper Psngr/Lower Driver......... #17316..........$49.95............. $44.95/ea.
1956 2 & 4-Door/Fender, Bel Air, Lower Psngr/Upper Driver......... #17317..........$49.95............. $44.95/ea.
1956 2-Door/Door, Bel Air, Lower Driver/Upper Psngr................... #17312..........$49.95............. $44.95/ea.
1956 2-Door/Door, Bel Air, Upper Driver/Lower Psngr................... #17313..........$49.95............. $44.95/ea.
1956 2-Door/Quarter Panel, Bel Air, Driver..................................... #17314..........$114.95............ $99.95/ea.
1956 2-Door/Quarter Panel, Bel Air, Psngr..................................... #17315..........$114.95............ $99.95/ea.
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Best-Selling Custom AutoSound on Special!
Part Specials
Custom Autosound kits modify each radio to fit specific vehicles so the radio fits your dash right out of the box. No kits, bezels or jury
rigging to get the look and fit you want for your vehicle.
Custom Autosound USA-1 Stereos
Features include: AM/FM stereo, 4-way fader, digital clock, power
antenna lead, separate bass & treble, fast forward & rewind, auxiliary
inputs, auto-reverse cassette, best station memory, pre-set scan,
200 watts (4 x 50), digital clock, electronic tuner, 30 pre-sets, seek &
scan, radio intercept, 4 channel RCA pre-outs, black or chrome face.
Auxiliary connection enables satellite radio, MP3, iPod, and video.
1955 w/ Black Face...........#10830........$199.95........... $189/ea.
1956 w/ Black Face...........#10831........$199.95........... $189/ea.
1957 w/ Black Face...........#10832........$199.95........... $189/ea.
1955 w/ Chrome Face (Shown)
...........................................#10833........$199.95........... $189/ea.
1956 w/ Chrome Face.......#10834........$199.95........... $189/ea.
1957 w/ Chrome Face.......#10835........$199.95........... $189/ea.
New Features
Custom Autosound
Concours Series USA-630 Stereos
The USA-630 is the pinnacle of 35 years of evolution in Custom
Autosound’s quest for the perfect classic car radio. This radio has
large OEM style push-buttons that give a perfect look in a classic
dash. Although it looks classic it has the latest modern features.
USB input on the back of the radio allows you to plug in a USB
flash drive for playback of MP3/WMA song files. This jack is on an
14” extension which allows you to place it in the glove box or ash
tray for easy access (no unsightly wires or plugs hanging out of
the front of the radio). New iPod interface with 3.5’ docking cable.
The new alpha numeric display shows the song/artist/album (id3)
titles during playback of MP3/WMA and iPod files. Navigation for
the iPOD includes artist/song/album/playlist all from the buttons on
the radio. A great feature so you can keep the iPod hidden away in
your glove box or console.With 300 watts the radio should have all
Custom
the power you may need, if you want more there are four pre-outs
Autosound
jacks on the back of the radio for optional amplifiers. The back of
6-Disc CD
the radio also has auxiliary audio input for satellite radio or any
Changer
portable player you may wish to use.
Enjoy top of the line
This Radio Features:
sound with this CD
• AM-FM Stereo
changer. Works with
• RDS tuner shows station / song / artist on LCD display
USA-630 and Secret
• 300 Watts (75w x 4)
Audio System (#10845)
shown above. Control the 6-disc changer directly from the buttons • USB Port for Flash Memory MP3/WMA Playback
on the face of the radio. Installation is easy and detailed instructions • iPod doc and control
(Control your iPod from the buttons on the radio)
are included. 1-bit 8x times oversampling, twin digital-to-analog
converter, 3 beam laser tracking, disc select up and down, track • Direct 6 CD Changer Control
up and down, 2-way scan and shuffle, play and pause control, • Negative LCD Display
(Black background with white letters / numbers)
program repeat, anti-shock and vibration free design, designed
• Alpha Numeric id3 Display for MP3/WMA files
for horizontal or vertical or 45 degree installation.
1955-57..............................#10846........$269.95.......... $239/ea. • Electronic Tuning and Volume Control
• Loudness Compensation
• Digital EQ
Custom
• 4-Way Fader
Autosound
• Left Right Balance
Hidden Antenna
• Digital Clock
For the best AM/FM recep• 2-Channel RCA Auxiliary Input for Satellite / Phone
tion nothing works better
• 12 Pre-sets (12FM-4AM)
than a 31" vertically mounted
• 4 Channel RCA Pre-outs
antenna mast. Mounts on the
• Separate Bass and Treble
inside top of windshield for best performance. Not recommended
• USA/Euro Tuner
for underdash mounting.
• Power Antenna Lead
1955-57..............................#12087......... $31.95...... $26.95/ea.
1955....................................#15230.......$239.95.......... $229/ea.
1955 + CD Changer...........#15230C.....$479.95..........$449/ea.
1956....................................#15231.......$239.95.......... $229/ea.
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1956 + CD Changer...........#15231C.....$479.95..........$449/ea.
1957....................................#15232.......$239.95.......... $229/ea.
1957 + CD Changer...........#15232C.....$479.95..........$449/ea.
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System 1
New
Custom Autosound
Amplified Speaker - System 1
Flat active aluminum subwoofer enclosure with 8” woofer plus
2-channel amplifier. Two 3” mid-tweeter satellite speakers in die
cast metal housings. Amplifier installation kit included. Amplifier
power: 150 watt subwoofer / 2x50 watt mid / tweeter.
All w/ Satellite Speakers...#17353.......$289.95.... $279.95/ea.
Part Specials
“The System” solves the age old problem of where to put speakers in classics, customs and streetrods. “The System” allows you to keep
the integrity of your vehicle intact yet enjoy quality sound like many of us have in our new cars. Satellite speakers look like AC vents and
can be mounted under the dash, on the kickpanels or even the back package tray. The woofer is optimally mounted under the seat but
can be mounted in the trunk if space requires it. Two Systems to choose from Amplified (System 1) and passive (no Amp) (System 3).
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System 3
Custom Autosound
PASSIVE Speaker - System 3
New
Ported wood enclosure with 51⁄4” dual voice coil
woofer plus two 3” mid / tweeter satellite speakers.
This system connects directly to your radio, no need
for an amplifier. 300 watts max power.
All w/ Satellite Speakers
.......... #17354 ...........$169.95............. $159.95/ea.
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#10174
#13281
Kick Panel Speakers
#13280
Kick Panels
without Speakers
Sale
Use these kick panels with speakers 6 inches in diameter.
1955-56..............................#13280.........$78.95...... $68.95/pr.
1957....................................#13281.........$78.95...... $68.95/pr.
Want more sound without cutting or drilling? These "kicks" sound
great, enhance interior appearance and affords a "no modification" fit. Made of black ABS plastic and can be painted to match
your interior.
1955-56 100 Watt...............#10172........$135.95...... $119.95/pr.
1957 100 Watt ...................#10174........$135.95...... $119.95/pr.
1955-56 Pioneer, 120 Watt.#10175........$194.95.....$174.95/pr.
1957 Pioneer, 120 Watt......#10177........$194.95.....$174.95/pr.
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Keep Your Cool with these Great Part Specials!
Part Specials
STEEL Fan Shrouds
The best of the best! Due to the huge success and customer satisfaction created by
our ABS shrouds we pulled out all the stops and made them the way Chevy would have.
These beautiful shrouds are made from top quality thick steel, powder coated black or
chrome finish and are custom fit for your application. With an 18 ¾” opening you’ll have
no trouble with fan clearance. Patent pending. Made in the USA.
Fan Mounting Brackets
These brackets give you the extra mounting surface sometimes needed when your
radiator is in the 6-cylinder position and you
are installing a universal electric fan with a
built in shroud.
1955-57.#11236A.$69.95...... $59.95/pr.
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Adjustable Fan Thermostat
For use with electric fans. Probe mounts
in stock drain plug hole on the radiator.
Adjustable temp makes sure the fan runs
when needed.
All..........#085....... $48.95...... $43.95/ea.
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#16626A
#16627A
Black Powder Coated & Chrome STEEL Fan Shrouds
Adjustable
Thermostat Harness
For use with part #085, adjustable fan
thermostat.
All..........#085A.... $41.95....... $37.95/ea.
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1955-57 V8 in 6 Cyl. Core Support..............#16625....... $109.95.............. $94.95/ea
1955-57 V8 in Stock Position......................#16626A..... $109.95.............. $94.95/ea.
1955-57 V8 in Stock V8 Core Support, w/ #11236 6-Cyl. Position Conversion
Brackets.................................................#16627A..... $119.95...............$99.95/ea.
1955-57 V8 in 6 Cyl. Core Support, Chrome, Black Brackets
......................................................................#16625C..... $209.95............. $189.95/ea.
1955-57 V8 in Stock Position, Chrome, Black Brackets
......................................................................#16626C..... $209.95............. $189.95/ea.
1955-57 V8 in Stock V8 Core Support, w/ #11236 6-Cyl. Position Conversion
Brackets, Chrome, Black Brackets......#16627C..... $219.95............. $194.95/ea.
1955-57 Chrome Brackets...........................#16625B..... $67.95.................. $5995/ea.
1955-57 Chrome Brackets...........................#16626B..... $67.95................. $59.95/ea.
U.S. Radiator Downflow
Aluminum Radiators
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Part Specials
Aluminum Downflow radiators feature fully wielded construction (no epoxy) and dual 1" tubes. Radiators are available
in either a standard or Tripleflow configuration. Tripleflow
radiators achieve the maximum temperature drop by creating walls which force the coolant to pass through the core 3 times resulting in greater
temperature reductions. Aluminum radiators do not have transmission coolers. An auxiliary
cooler will be required so be sure to check out our transmission coolers. When mounting
#13274 the hood baffle may require modification on 55-56 application. All triple flow radiator upper inlets are on driver side of top tank. Radiators fit both standard and automatic
transmission equipped cars, and don’t forget to order a fan shroud, parts #16625-16627C
or #2428 and #2537 for the best in cooling performance. Made in the USA.
1955-57 V8.......................................................#13262........$489.95............ $439.95/ea.
1955-57 Triple Flow, V8...................................#13266........$559.95............ $499.95/ea.
1955-56 V8 in 6-Cyl. Position......................#13270....... $489.95............ $439.95/ea.
1955-57 V8 in 6-Cyl. Position, Triple Flow..#13274........ $559.95............ $499.95/ea.
Desert Cooler Radiators
They drop right into your favorite tri-five and feature the lastest cooling technology. V-8
owners can choose from either standard or high-effiency styles. High efficiency models
are recommended for A/C and performance applications. Each unit includes side shims,
transmission line fitting, petcock and drain hose making for an easy instalation. If the radiator is mounted on the engine side of the core support, you have a V8 core support. If it’s
on the grille side, then it’s a 6-cylinder support. Radiators fit both standard and automatic
transmission equipped cars, and don’t forget to order a fan shroud, parts #16625-16627C
or #2428 and #2537 for the best in cooling performance. Made in the USA.
1955-57 V8, 4 Row........................................#399........... $419.95............ $369.95/ea.
1955-56 Hi-Efficiency, 3 Row, 6-Cyl.............#336........... $409.95............ $359.95/ea.
1955-57 Hi-Efficiency, 4 Row, V8 Position..#337........... $479.95............ $439.95/ea.
1955-56 Hi-Efficiency, 4 Row, V8 in 6-Cyl. Position
......................................................................#12072....... 429.95.............. $374.95/ea.
1957 Hi-Efficiency, 4 Row, V8 in 6-Cyl. Position
......................................................................#12072A..... $409.95............ $369.95/ea.
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Radiator Bug
Screen
Radiator Conversion
Brackets
Allows you to mount a V8 position radiator
into the 6-cylinder position of a V8 core
support.
1955-57.#11236... $49.95...... $44.95/pr.
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If you show your daily driver
or drive a show car daily,
these bug screens are a
must. Easy to install and
remove.
1955-57....#2871
........$25.95..... $21.95/ea.
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Radiator Support
to Fender Shim Kits
Radiator Core
Support Rubber Cushions
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Made in the USA.
1955-57.#604....... $12.95...... $10.95/pr.
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1955-56.#1168..... $9.95........... $8.95/ea.
1957 (Shown)
..............#1169..... $11.95....... $10.95/ea.
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Feature
5-6-7’s
by
KUSTOMS
The names George and Sam Barris are synonymous with the birth
of the custom car industry, as we know it today. When George and
Sam formed Barris Kustoms back in 1946 it was obvious that these
two guys were going to do something special. We wondered how
many Tri-5’s Barris Kustoms had their hands on. We did some research and want to share the 7 we came up with.
Barris Kustoms struggled at first, but
when George’s 1941 Buick won top
honors at the first Hot Rod Exposition
show at the National Guard Armory in Los Angeles (the
first of many awards their handy work would receive), Barris
Kustoms was off and running. From the time it opened
through the time that George (Sam left the business
in 1956-57) started doing cars for television shows like
the Batmobile, the Munster Coach and Drag-u-la in the
early 60’s, Barris Kustoms restyled over 160 cars, many
of them winning the top awards at the most prestigious
auto shows around the country and all of them turning
heads wherever they went.
Harry Hoskin’s
1955 Chevrolet 2-Door Hardtop
This 1955 was restyled by Barris Kustoms for Harry Hoskin
of Maricopa, California. The car has seen a few changes
since it was finished, presumably in late 1955, but the
original restyling by Barris went like this. The rear fenders
were extended and modified with 1955 Lincoln taillights.
The hood and deck were molded and the hood corners
were rounded. The grille was taken from a 1956 Corvette
and molded directly into the gravel pan and shell. Side
trim was used from a 1955 Dodge Lancer and it was
installed parallel to the dip in the side body panel at the
belt line. The door handles were removed and replaced
with buttons that were concealed in the side trim. The
front end was lowered a little but the rear was lowered
a full 5 inches. Originally the paint was a two toned pink
on the top and black on the bottom separated by the
Dodge stainless. Later on the car was repainted with a
black top and white body.
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A different version of the car appeared in the winter issue, 1963, of Popular Customs. The car was still owned
by Harry but the top had been chopped 2-1/2”, the 1955
Lincoln taillights had been replaced with Packard units and
the car was painted in Candy Cherry Pearl.
We were unable to find any information on changes that may
have been made to the interior of the car or any features
of what was most assuredly a custom interior.
The car appeared in the following magazines. Car Craft in
December 1955, Car Craft in April 1956, Trend Book 133
Custom Cars 1957 Annual, Trend Book 143 Restyle your
Car (which was written by George Barris and Jim Potter),
Trend Book 156 Custom Cars 1958 Annual, Trend Book
197 Custom Cars 1961 Annual and the aforementioned
Popular Customs Winter Issue, 1963. It may have appeared in others.
We found no information as to this cars current owner, if
it was still owned by Harry or if it still existed.
Chuck Potter’s
1955 Chevrolet 2-Door Sedan
Feature
This car was actually restyled by Mersearu’s Body Shop
in Lynwood for Chuck Potter of South Gate, California.
It is mentioned here because Barris Kustoms built the
unique square Continental Kit.
Jim Seaton’s
1955 Chevrolet
2-Door Hardtop
This 1955 was restyled
by Barris Kustoms for
Jim Seaton of Santa
Maria, California. This
radical looking custom features reworked
front fenders for the
quad separated Lucas
headlights. The front grille was removed and a new custom grille was made from perforated screen with bullets
installed. Stock taillights were frenched and tunneled and
the lenses were modified with plastic fin additions, three
red and two white frosted plastic tiers. Side trim comes
from a 1955 Dodge and the car was painted white pearl
with burgundy scallops. Lake pipes were installed under
the rockers.
The interior appears
to be upholstered
in the pearl white
Naugahyde that was
so popular at the time
(we could not confirm this) with custom
bucket seats front and
rear along with front
and rear center consoles. The front console houses a TV for the passengers
in the rear and there is a telephone in the rear as well.
The dash has been
radically rewor ked
with gauges installed
in a center well and a
custom dash pad was
made to complement
the interior. Jim also
did work on the engine
so the car ran as good
as she looked.
The car appeared in Custom Cars in June 1959, Custom
Cars in July 1959, Car Craft in October 1959 and Trend
Book 197 Custom Cars 1961 Annual. The car is currently
in the collection of concept car collector, Joe Bortz.
In the front Mersearu’s nosed the hood to match the
1958 Chrysler 300 grille that was mounted upside down.
The front fenders were modified for the quad frenched
headlights. The
rear taillights were
frenched 1956
Pack ard units.
And, of course, the
square Continental
Kit was made by
Barris. It was painted Indigo Blue.
We were unable to find any information on changes that
may have been made to the interior of the car or any
features of what was most assuredly a custom interior.
The car appeared in the following magazine, Trend Book
197 Custom Cars 1961 Annual. It may have appeared in
others. We found no information as to this cars current
owner or if it even still exists.
Carol Lewis’s
This 1956 was
restyled for
Carol Lewis of
Baldwin Hills,
California who,
at the time, was
Dean Jeffries
girlfriend. This
car appears to
have been left
pretty stock
co m p a re d to
other Barris creations at the time. The grille was reworked by removing
every other vertical and horizontal bar. The car had Buick
hubcaps, which were treated with an anodized dye in
the center.
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Bill Carr’s
1955 Chevrolet Convertible, “The Aztec”
This 1955 Chevy was restyled at Barris Kustoms for Bill
Carr of Hollywood, California. Since almost everyone at
Barris Kustoms had a hand in her creation she was called
“The Aztec”.
The interior of the car was upholstered in diamond shapes (we found no pics of the interior)
that matched the flames on the car…of course;
Dean Jefferies painted the flames.
The car appeared in the following magazines, Dig in March
1957, Car Craft in May 1957, Trend Book 143 Restyle Your
Car (which was written by George Barris and Jim Potter).
It may have appeared in others.
We found no information as to this cars current owner
or if it even still exists.
It is interesting to note
that this car
was almost
lost in the
fire at Barris
Kustoms in
1957. It was
a rainy and
windy night
and a power line that went across the rear of the property
sent a shower of sparks down on the roof, starting a fire.
Dean Jeffries, who worked for Barris at the time, was
across the street having dinner and was the first to spot
the fire. He called the Fire Department and then rushed
over and got Carol’s car out before it went up in flames.
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Th e way t h e s to r y
goes Bill Carr, who
was George Barris’s
roommate a the time,
bought a brand new
1955 convertible, one
of the first sold in Southern California. Bill Carr
worked as an insurance
adjuster during the
days and hung around
the Barris shop in the
evenings. As soon as he
got the car Bill wanted to make some changes and some
mild customizing was done, with Sam Barris’s help. Soon
however, it became clear to Bill that what he
wanted was a full-blown custom unlike anything ever built. He enlisted the help of Bill
DeCarr, who worked part time for Barris in the
evenings, and they came up with a basic idea
for the car. George helped with developing
some sketches. The plan was to build the car,
after-hours, at Barris’s shop. The work would
be done by the two Bill’s and would feature
changes to almost every part of the vehicle.
They reshaped the doors and did scoops on the
quarter panels. The rear fenders were extended
18 inches with new sheet metal and the rear
fins were extended. The grille opening and
rear end were identical and formed by using
a pair of 1953 Studebaker pans. The bumper/
grilles were modified 1957 DeSoto and 57 Olds
license housing pieces. Quad headlights from
a Mercury Turnpike Cruiser were formed into
the front fenders and full-length 1957 Mercury Turnpike
skirts were modified with a scoop and flush fitted to the
quarter panels. Sam chopped the windshield and the top
for the cantilever roof. Sam also did the side trim, which
was custom formed from 1/2” round stainless stock and
he designed the extruded aluminum inserts that graced
the sides surrounded by that custom stainless. George
sprayed the custom mixed candy paint, which he called
Golden Honey.
Many of the finest craftsmen in the custom car business
also did work on The Aztec besides the guys at Barris
Kustoms. Bob Hirohata made the Lucite knobs for the
dash as well as the custom lenses for the taillights. Bob
Houser of Carson Top Shop fabricated the front removable
portion of the roof and did the upholstery and interior. Jr.
Conway prepped the body for paint and Dean Jefferies
did the scallops and pin striping. The car had a Corvette
engine in it.
In February 1958 The Aztec was shown at the ninth annual National Roadster Show in Oakland where it won the
Custom Car D’Elegance award. George Barris and Dean
Jeffries took The Aztec to the Detroit Autorama in 1959.
The Aztec became one of the most highly photographed
customs in history. It was on numerous magazine covers
and in numerous photo shoots.
The car appeared in the following magazines. Rod and
Custom in May 1958, Motor Life in July 1958, Custom
Cars in August 1958, Hot Rod Magazine in August 1958,
Custom Cars in January 1959, Trend Book 175 Custom
Cars 1959 Annual and Roll & Pleats Number 12. There
were probably more.
Bill Carr (L) and Barry Mazza (R)
The car is currently owned
by Barry Mazza who found
the car rotting away in
a New Jersey
junk yard. He
immediately
fell in love with
it and, in 1991;
he saved The Aztec from the jaws of a car crusher and
moved it to Florida. Working from photos he acquired
from George Barris he and Bob Nitti did a meticulous
restoration of the car bringing it back to its former glory.
The car now appears at various car shows around the country and is the centerpiece of the Barry Mazza Collection.
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weapons and whatever else they could find. From there
The Aztec was auctioned to a man in New Jersey who
modified the original customizing and sold it. Eventually
the FBI seized it again when one of its owners used it to
transport illegal drugs. This started what was known as
“The Curse of the Aztec”.
Don Fletcher’s “El Capitola”
“El Capitola”
was actually
the last car
built as collaboration between George
and Sam Barris. It was restyled in Sam’s
shop in Carmichael near
Sacramento
(the capital of California which inspired the name) and
then shipped back to Los Angeles where George did the
finish work and upholstery.
But all this fame and glory to date is not the entire history
of this fabulous car. Bill Carr showed the car thru 1961
or 1962 and then he sold the car to a guy named “Bob
Wilcox”. Bob Wilcox was an alias used by a bank robber
named “One Eye” Bobby Wilcoxson who paid him some
cash and a new Pontiac for the car. After the deal was done
and Wilcoxson had stashed the car in Arizona with relatives the FBI showed up at Carr’s house asking questions.
Soon after the FBI spoke to Carr, Wilcoxson was put on the
10 most wanted list and the FBI seized the car from the
garage in Arizona. According to Jim Hurley, Bobby’s halfbrother, the FBI tore the car apart looking for stashed loot,
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Sam chopped the top 3 inches in front and
5 inches in the rear. The side posts were
removed; originally the car was a sedan. All
the glass was butted together and plastic
uprights were installed; custom drain mouldings were
fabricated. The top has a 1/2” recessed upper panel,
which was achieved by hammering. A pair of Studebaker grill pans were welded in place up front and the
split grille cavity was filled with an extruded aluminum
grille. The hood was “Pancaked” and featured a beaded
center. Vertical quad Lucas headlights were installed
which were tunneled and “V” peaked with Lucas lenses
and handmade directional lights. In the rear, Sam fit
the car with 1957 Lincoln fins which were 96” long. The
fins protruded forward into the door and they canted
outward with flat T fins on top. The rear of the fins were
fitted with a pair of red lenses, and the custom taillights
had frosted white bars added for effect. The rear was
molded like the front and fit with 1957 Desoto bumpers
behind which was a grille similar to the front. The car was
nosed, decked and the door handles were shaved. Hood,
deck lid and doors are push button. The side trim was
made from parts from a 1954 Pontiac, 1953 Olds and a
1954 Lincoln. An extruded aluminum panel like what was
used on Aztec was also used on El Capitola. The fender
panels have scoops in the front to cool the tires and the
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brakes. Junior Conway painted
the car in Dust Pearl White with
Kandy Burgundy Pearl panels.
All in all they shot 10 gallons
of lacquer paint onto the car.
The interior of the car was
upholstered in white pearl
Naugahyde and impor ted
gold French frieze by Eddie
Martinez. There are 4 swivel
bucket seats, a center console,
fully chromed dash moldings
and a fully chromed instrument
cluster. The car could
be steered by using
either the custom “X”
steering wheel or by
the stick in the center console. The car
features a TV in both
the cab and the trunk,
a telephone and a
stereo tape deck.
El Capitola’s engine compartment featured a 265 engine
with three “Deuces”, Edelbrock valve covers and a generous amount of chrome under the pancaked hood. The
exhaust exited in 4 tubes in the center of the rear bumper
just under the license plate and the hubcaps were custom
units created by George, which included cooling fins for
the brakes.
El Capitola took two years to build and appeared at many
auto shows including the Sacramento Autorama in 1960.
It was voted one of the “Top 10 customs of 19611962” by Car Craft Magazine. The car appeared
in Trend Book 197 Custom Cars 1961 Annual,
Car Craft in April 1961 and Spotlite Book
526, Twenty Top Customs.
Sam Barris’s 1955 Chevrolet Convertible
This 1955
Conver tible
was restyled
by Barris Kustoms for Sam
Barris’s wife.
The front and
rear fenders
were extended to give the
car a longer
look and the rear fenders were reworked to accept the
1956 Chrysler taillights. The rear gravel pan was extended
and a continental kit was added. Exhaust pipes exited thru
the bumper corners. The car was nosed, decked and the
door handles were shaved. A 1956 Chrysler grille frame
and custom grille were installed and dual spotlights were
added to help make the windshield appear lower. Side
trim from a 1956 Ford was modified to parallel the dip in
the upper side of the quarter panel at the belt line behind
the door.
The Sam Barris Convertible won First Place in the Convertible Class at the 1957 Oakland Roadster Show and then it
just kind of faded away. In 1958 it showed up on a used
car lot in Arizona where it was spotted by a young airman
named Stan Robles. Stan recognized the car right away
and a few hours later was the newest owner of this Barris
original. When he got out of the Air Force Stan moved the
car back to his hometown of Dragerton, Utah where, over
the years, he made modifications to the car. He changed
the paint a couple of times and did some changes on the
body. Stan installed quad vertical headlights, added side
scoops and frenched in some lake pipes. Stan drove the
car around Dragerton for years before moving away and
storing the car at his mother-in-laws. In 1972, after asking
Stan to get the car off her property numerous times Stan’s
mother-in-law called the wrecker and the convertible was
hauled off to the crusher.
Now you would think this was the sad end to a very nice
car and it was until 2002 when a guy named Nick Phillips
walked into Bo Huff’s shop in Sunnyside, Utah. Bo Huff had
become a very well known custom car builder but more
importantly he remembered the Barris convertible and
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El Capitola has changed hands a couple of times since
Don Fletcher owned it. A woman named Eula Gollahon
purchased El Capitola for her 12 year old grandson Chuckie
Gollahon of Brookville, Ohio in 1983. In 2005 Hemmings
eWeekly Newsletter reported that Guy Boucher of Lewiston,
Maine acquired the car “a few years ago”. The car was
fully intact and 100% original except that the burgundy
sections of the car were painted gold. Guy and his son
stripped the paint down to the original body that Sam built
and repainted the car in the original colors. The interior
was perfect and only required a good cleaning to bring it
back to its former Concourse D’Elegance glory.
Stan Robles. He loved the car, he used to ride shotgun in
it when Stan had the car out around Dragerton where he
grew up and it made quite an impression on him. So when
Nick told Bo he was open to suggestions as to what kind of
custom to build Bo got out a sketch pad and sketched out
the Barris convertible. He told Nick all about his experiences when he was a teenager with Stan and the car and
Bo suggested that they build a clone. Nick agreed and
went looking for a car. He returned with a 1955 2-door
Sedan (post) project car.
Bo set upon the task of
turning the sedan into
Sam Barris’s convertible. He wanted to stay
close to the original,
but he also wanted to
incorporate some of
the modifications that
Stan had made over
the years. Bo used the same 1956 Chrysler grill frame and
recreated the custom grille. He treated the rear quarters
to the same extensions that Sam had done complete with
the 1956 Chrysler taillights. He did the same roll on the
rear pan and incorporated the continental kit. He used
1956 side trim just like the original and he copied the Barris
paint scheme from memory. But instead of leaving it there
he also used the vertical quad headlights he remembered
on the car that Stan had added as well as the frenched
in lake pipes. Bo incorporated a few modern touches as
well. Bo bagged the car, installed a late model small block
and power disc brakes to round out an updated package
of a beautiful original.
Bo’s re-creation of Barris’s
convertible debuted at the
2004 Grand National Roadster Show, where it won top
honors in the Convertible
Class…just as Sam’s did.
When George Barris saw the
car, and signed the dash, he
said that Bo had done an awesome job on the car and it
looked better than it had when they had it, Stan Robles
said the same thing…..Quite a compliment! The car is still
owned by Nick Phillips as far as we can find.
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