Volume XLIX, Issue 1 Owners Club Inc. January 2016 T HE B IG E

The - Serial #700001 at the Henry Ford Museum By Phil Skinner

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

The Citation at 1 the Henry Ford Museum President’s 2 Letter The Citation 3 continued

New reproduction 4 E-Day pennant Among the many proudly displayed at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan, is a pristine original 1958 Edsel Citation 4-door , in the colors of Spring Green and White. It streamers has only been driven 1,948 miles and has been stored by the museum since it was brand new. The Citation 5 It was later put on display in the 1980s. There are many unique features of this particular Edsel as it is the top-of-the-line Citation model, and it is well equipped with a number of desirable continued options. Its options include: power-windows, power front seat, and a factory tachometer. How- ever, the most unique feature of this Edsel is its serial number. It is the very first production- Agenda for 6 model Edsel to have rolled out of the Somerville, Massachusetts, assembly plant. Hence it upcoming “Rollin’ wears a data plate with the serial number X8SX700001 as pictured below. (Continued on Page 3) to the River” Event Calendar of 7 Events and welcome new members

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About The Edsel 10 Owners Club IN THIS ISSUE: New reproduction Edsel pennant streamers are now available! - See page 4 The Big E Page 2

Hello Everyone! Being trapped in the clutches of winter often means no time spent on the Edsel, but thanks to the computer, Edsel entertainment is everywhere. Many Edsel friends are collectors of vintage "Kodachrome" postcards, and many of these cards show parking lots and street scenes that contain . New discoveries keep showing up, and there are also vintage photographs that are offered for sale on eBay and other places that feature Edsels. Here is a picture dated 1956 and named "Edsel Test Mule."

And another shot shows a family pulled off to the side of the road, looking through the trunk of their 59 Ranger with Kentucky plates. It's fun how such pictures enable us to do a bit of "time travel."

I've recently discovered a couple of "Movie Edsels" I'd not known of before. There is a 59 Corsair featured in "The Bat," and a very early Terri Garr movie

named "Where's The Bus?" shows a lot of traffic on Hollywood Boulevard, includ- From the From President’s Desk! ing a Citation 4-door, among other gems. Keep counting the minutes until spring! Regards, George Volume XLIX, Issue 1 Page 3

By now you all should have received your copy of the 2016 EOC Calendar. If you wish to order extra copies of these calendars, they are $15.00 each, which includes postage Please contact Lois Roth, Phone: 503-492-0878 or e-mail: [email protected]

(Citation at the Henry Ford Museum, continued from Page 1) The date code stamped on the data plate reads “29G” which indicates that the was produced on, or about, July 29, 1957. This was a little over two weeks after the Louisville plant had begun production of the Edsels. The docent at the museum graciously allowed us to examine the Citation more closely. I opened the door and found the interior to be as fresh and pliable as the day it was built. Since this was a special-order car, there was probably extra care in the detailing and installation process at the factory. The gold mylar on the bottom of the door panels was perfect and it reflected like a mirror. The rubber weather stripping was still soft to the touch.

I opened the hood to view the engine bay, which is pretty much just as it was when it left the Somerville plant. Another treasure chest of originality information. However the washer jar appears to have been replaced with a NOS unit at one time, as it is wearing a decal that dates from around 1952-1954.

I walked around to the front of the Citation and noted that the center grille is a perfect original example of how the "impact ring" (better known as the “horsecollar”) looked during production. The grille mesh behind the impact ring is painted argent silver in the center inside the ring, whereas, the mesh is painted black on the outside. Some Edsels, when being restored, have their grille mesh incorrectly repainted all black, instead of having the center section, inside the impact ring, painted argent silver. (Continued on Page 5) The Big E Page 4

NEW ITEM ANNOUNCEMENT— Reproduction E-Day dealership pennant streamers:

“START THE YEAR WITH . . . THE NEWEST OF THE NEW!!" Available now: the popular E-day dealership pennant streamers reproduced in high quality, weather resistant vinyl. The alternating green and white pennants each measure 12" x 18" with an overall length of 14'. There are six total pennants per streamer (three green and three white). The pennants are one-sided (as were the originals) and form the center 10' section of the streamer. At either end is 2' of line useful for tying/fastening. An inconspicuous "REPRODUCTION" note appears on the reverse of the green pennant. While every attempt has been made to reproduce these streamers as historically accurate as possible, 1957 production methods and materials no longer exist. Up close, the pennants may appear slightly grainy, but this is un-noticeable when seen (as intended) from a distance. Please refer to the attached photographs. These streamers would look great in your garage, man cave, or at chapter meetings or car shows. Now's your chance to have your very own! Please send $45 U.S. via PAYPAL ([email protected]) or mail a check payable to Jonathan Fox for $45 U.S. for each set of pennant streamers (postage paid). Jonathan Fox, 235 Martha Anne Drive, Shreveport, LA 71115. Questions or comments, please call (318) 798-5906 or e-mail [email protected] Volume XLIX, Issue 1 Page 5

(Citation at the Henry Ford Museum, continued from Page 3) Then I walked to the rear of the Citation and noticed that the factory did a less-than-perfect job masking the line between the two colors. The factory took a little short - cut in masking the cut - line between the taillight and trunk - lock bar, marking it straight across rather than from tip-to-tip.

The trunk - lid was opened, which revealed its original Firestone spare tire, jack and jack-handle/lug nut wrench. The trunk floor rubber mat looks like it has never carried a suitcase, golf - bag, or even a briefcase. However, we did notice some Spring Green paint overspray on the inside right panel by the trunk hinge, which might indicate problems and repairs to the trunk hinge when new.

The base price of this Citation was $3,580.00 when new, and with the addition of options, came to $4,396.00, not including the dealer preparation charges and the cost of shipping from the factory. The Big E Page 6

Rollin’ to the River Laughlin, Nevada Edsel Event March 18 -19, 2016 Riverside Hotel & Casino Contact Riverside Hotel & Casino to reserve your room by calling 800-227-3849 option 1 Use reference group code C/M.E.L.16 Room prices are: Mid-week-(Sun-Thurs) $40.00 per night plus tax and Weekend-(Fri & Sat) $60.00 per night plus tax

Friday March 18, 2016

Oatman, AZ-Friday Morning Cool Springs Service Station

Laughlin River Dinner Cruise-Friday Evening (You need to contact Laughlin River Tours to reserve your seating and place your meal selection at the following link): https://reservations.laughlinrivertours.com/reserve/res5337-edsel-group-dinner-crui or by phone at 800-228-9825. Inform them you are with the Edsels in Laughlin. Last year was a sellout, make your reservation ASAP. It will sell out again.

Menu and prices (includes taxes and tip): $50.20 Prime Rib of Beef Choice of prime rib, cooked to perfection, served with roasted red potatoes $47.20 Breast of Chicken Marsala Tender breast of chicken, smothered with mushrooms and marsala wine sauce, served with garden wild rice and vegetable medley

Captain’s Catch of the Day Salmon filet, prepared with lemon pepper and dill butter, served with garden wild rice and vegetable medley

Pasta Tri-colored tortellini, served with marinara sauce and vegetable medley

There is a NO HOST bar.

All dinner selections are prepared fresh on board. Advanced reservation is required for the dinner cruise. Boarding begins at 5:45 PM at the Aquarius boat dock. The boat leaves the dock promptly at 6:00 PM unless otherwise noted. No refunds will be made for no-show guests. Call 1-800-228-9825 for reservations.

March 19, 2016

Awards Banquet-Saturday evening 5:00 – 9:00 pm (NOTE NEW TIME) Banquet is $35.00 per person in the Harbor Port Rooms on the second floor. Please register early so we can let the Riverside Hotel & Casino know how many to expect. Banquet must be paid when you send in your registration for the car show.

T-Shirt Purchase The picture on the front of the flyer is our logo for this year’s T-Shirt. If you are interested in a T-Shirt order by February 29, 2016. There will not be any orders taken for T-Shirts after this date.

Small, Medium, Large, and X Large $25.00 each 2 XL, and 3 XL $28.00 each

***For registration form, or if you have any questions, please contact: Larry and Kristina Nopper 517 S. Pasadena Ave. Glendora, CA 91741 Phone: 626-260-8014 or email at [email protected] Volume XLIX, Issue 1 Page 7 Edsel Calendar of Events We need your Edsel photos for the 2017 Calendar! Please submit a picture either 4x6 or 5x7 with a nice background setting. Digital photos are fine. Color copies of a photo do not reproduce well. Send to Jeannine Phipps 2500 NE 187th Ave,Vancouver, WA 98684 or e-mail [email protected] or send to Lois Roth 1740 NW 3rd St Gresham, Or 97030 or e-mail [email protected]

We need to know what the local chapters are doing, let us know if there is anything in your area that deserves to be noted in this calendar.

Email your event info to [email protected]

Southlanders EOC Annual Rollin' to the River Event in Laughlin, NV on March 18-19, 2016. See information in this issue or contact Larry Nopper at 626-626-8014 or email at [email protected].

The 48th Annual National EOC meet, hosted in Salt Lake City, Utah Area on August 3 - 7, 2016

EOC MEMBERSHIP DRIVE 2016: WELCOME NEW MEMBERS! WATCH THE SPEEDOMETER CLIMB!

Dave Dietmeyer - Crestwood, KY Carey Frisby - Frisco, TX Dennis Gerszewski - Manvel, ND Henry Kozak - Westfield, MA Byron McFarlane - Saskatoon, SK John Rudisil - Rancho Mirage, CA Roger Cavallaro - Rochester, NY Mike Matthias - Westminster, MD Richard Jump - Clayton, NJ The Big E Page 8

1958 Ranger 4-dr , black ext, original survivor, tele-touch, E DSEL A CTION ADS 72,000 miles, one owner (my Dad) options: tach, clock, AM radio, backup lights, trailer hitch, radial tires in 2009, trunk-hinge repair kit installed, David Truemner, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Ads in the Green Line are free to members. $10 fee to Email: [email protected] (2) non-members. They will be run for 3 issues, on a space available basis. Ads should be kept to 35 words or less and sent to: Green Line Action Ads David Fleischer 1156 North 350 West

Centerville, Utah 84014 or 1958 Citation 4 dr. hdtp (garage kept since 1966) includes extra Email me at: [email protected] engine E-475 complete $5,000 OBO 1958 Ranger 4 dr. sedan Parts car $500 OBO EDSELS FOR SALE 58 Pacer 4 dr hdtp Parts car $500 OBO 59 Ranger 4-dr sedan auto trans, good chrome, straight, needs Contact Sam Seay, 208 Cedar St NW - Washington DC 20012-2010 upholstery, runs & drives. Blue with white top & spear. Asking PH: 202-291-1621 (2) $1500. Call Paul Kelvin 503-702-3197 Portland, OR 1959 4 dr. Sedan, 292 auto V8, PS President Red $8,000.00 OBO 1958 Villager spruce green w/ white roof & scallop, tinted glass, 1958 2 dr. hdtp, E-475 V8, tele-touch spinner caps, bumper guards, new padded-dash, rebuilt engine and transmission, Copper Metallic/Black $12,000 OBO trans, runs/drives well. Car is currently in Pantego, TX. $8,500, for Contact Wayne Wiley in WI, PH:608-752-1687 or more info please call Allen Rogler at 401-568-4324 days only. 608-289-0374 (cell) (3) 1958 Pacer 2 dr hdtp Canadian built tri-color (yellow/black/white). PARTS & LITERATURE MEMORABILIA FOR SALE Restored using NOS parts. Many pictures and history of car availa- ble. Price firm at $35,000.00 U.S. Contact: Gary Fakeley, Ardrossan, Book—Autobiography of Dean Brown: Former EOC President Dean Alberta Canada PH: 1-780-922-3777 or [email protected] Brown’s story of his life, and his interest in Edsels. For EOC mem- bers, $17.50 for one copy or two copies for $32.00 - the price in- cludes shipping. Send check to Branson Cross, 5865 Cincinnati- Dayton Rd, Middletown, OH 45044

Reproduction 1958 Edsel taillight lenses: For all models of 1958 Edsels. Ranger & Pacer set $139.00. Corsair & Citation set $165.00. Wagon set $125.00. Free shipping to EOC members. Contact Bill & Jo Glass 1073 North Agave St, Casa Grande, AZ 85122 Ph: 253-686-6555 1958 Ranger 2-dr sedans(2) one has an E-475 V-8 with . Other is an E-400 with std shift floor shift conversion. Both bodies Rear Window Rubber Seal (New) 1959 Edsel 2/4 Door Sdn/Hrdtp are good/restorable, overall in fair condition. $10,000 for both. $130.00 each. Add $15.00 shipping/ins. Dave Houchin, Contact: Bill Hayes, PO Box 2066, Eureka, MT 59917 145 William Bartram Drive, Crescent City, FL 32112. PH: 406-889-5253 Fax: 406-889-5666 (3) 1958 Edsel Engine & : 361 cu in E-400 engine with transmission. Apparently low mileage 1958 Edsel Bermuda 4 door; Beautiful Yellow 6 passenger wagon, on the two. Asking $500 for each. Contact Paul Freshwater garage kept. Used to belong to Steve Luth $20,000 Contact Carol at Freshwater's Ford, 3947 Hwy 112, Springdale, AR 72762 Carnell, Santa Maria, CA PH: 805-878-5472 (3) Ph: 479-248-7746 1958 Ranger 2-dr hdtp partial restoration done, have all parts, plus 1958-1960 Edsel Fuel Pumps. Have 6 Cyl and 8 Cyl pumps for more. Included is a set of 4 shop manuals for 58/59 Edsels $5,000. vacuum and electrical wiper models. Factory rebuilt. Contact Contact: Lorna Cooke, 21205 Kettle Valley Pl RR3, Hope BC Blaise Kendzioiski, 1408 S. Wenona, Bay City, Michigan 48706, V0X 1L1 (3) Ph: 989-892-2652. Volume XLIX, Issue 1 Page 9

Letters "EDSEL" have two complete sets: l believe they are for 58. Reproduction parts: appliqué plates, hood ornaments and bumper Each letter is 1 1/2 in. x 1/4in. In very nice condition. $20.00 per guard pads set plus shipping. Contact Norval Rokke 1825 51ST Ave. N., Pacer NOS chain link seat material : red and brown. Also have some Moorhead, MN 56560 PH: 218-236-8996 rib cloth and silver welt. Edsel parts; new, used & rebuilt, 1000’s in stock, parts list with SA- Various EDSEL Parts: 1 pair NOS signal light lenses (B8E-13200A SE. Contact: Jerry Lasseigne, 300 Coulon Rd, RH, B8E-13201A LH) $100.00 Thibodaux, LA 70301, PH:985-446-6487 1 NOS ‘58 engine compartment lamp kit in original box (B8E- 18375A) $75.00 Reproduction Aluminum insert for rear quarters on 1 NOS ‘58 hooded mirror in original box (B8E-17696B) $450.00 1959 Corsairs: I have ordered the corrugated aluminum for the side 1 pair RNOS ‘58 station wagon tail light lenses $120.00 trim. I will either sell the raw stock or the 4 precut pieces. $75 for 1 NOS ‘58 backup lamp kit complete in original box (B8E-18275-A) the rough cut pieces plus shipping. Contact: Rich Lindblad 405 Presidio Ct Southlake, TX 76092 $200.00. 3 pieces re-chromed horse collar outer mouldings from PH: 940-210-9002 or [email protected] ‘58 all models (Hood B8E-16856-A, RH Grille Bar 88186A, LH

Grille Bar 88187-A) - very nice triple plated $200.00. 5 pieces ‘58 grille gold letters (B8E-5829205–E x 2, F, G, H) EDSEL/EDSEL PARTS WANTED/TRADE $25.00. WANTED - a 1960 Ranger 2-HT in excellent rust-free condition 28 pieces ‘58 cadmium plated–mostly engine compartment pieces throughout. A 352 V-8 and/or “B” interior a plus. No projects! Will pay - give your Edsel the “Show Look” $100.00. top dollar to the owner who is ready to sell to a good home! Contact: 1 NOS ‘58 license plate light (B8E-13550-A) $30.00. Michael Cowles / Robert Ecton - PH: 510 339-9569 1 NOS ‘59 left rear tail light housing in original box (B9FK-13448 Email: [email protected] or [email protected] B) $70.00. 1 ‘60 left side spotlight/mirror complete with mouldings $250.00 WANTED - 1958 Edsel Bermuda wagon- NO project cars - either a 1 ‘58 horn ring–nice $50.00 nice original car or a correctly restored car, priced according to con- 1 ‘59 power steering horn ring–nice $50.00 dition. Contact: Harold Davis in Bucyrus, OH PH: 419-569-3361 1 ‘60 under dash air conditioning (Frigiking) $100.00 Email: [email protected] 1 ‘60 Edsel compressor air conditioning (York) $100.00 WANTED-- Dealership items from north Louisiana: Priced in US dollars. Prices plus shipping on all above items. Bledsoe Motors (Shreveport), Wray M-E-L (Shreveport), Dick Wilson CONTACT: Gary Fakeley, Ardrossan, Alberta Canada (Alexandria), and Steele Motors (Monroe). Ph: 780-922-3777 or e-mail [email protected] Contact: Jonathan Fox, 235 Martha Anne Drive, EDSEL PRODUCTS FOR SALE : Shreveport, LA 71115 PH: 318-798-5906. 58 & 59 KICK PANELS $23 Email: [email protected] 58 & 59 HOOD INSULATION KITS $35 58 & 59 TRUNK INSULATION KITS $40 WANTED - To purchase any type of “Big E” signage. Also looking for 58 COR/CIT - TRUNK BOARD KITS - 5 PCS $80 an Edsel license plate with a white 59 Villager on it or just the name 58 RAN/PAC - TRUNK BOARD KITS - 5 PCS $72 Edsel on it. Contact Craig 59 or 60 TRUNK BOARD KITS 3 PCS $60 PH: 570-842-5095 or Email: [email protected] 58, 59, 60 GLOVE BOXES $20 WANTED - "ROUNDUP SCRIPT" any condition would be okay, as long 58 FACTORY AIR GLOVE BOX $20 as its complete. I’ll accept a broken one, as long as it can be put to- 58 & 59 REAR PACKAGE TRAY $30 gether, and would look complete on my display board. Contact RON 58 & 59 REAR PACKAGE TRAY W/SPEAKER SLOTS $45 OSBORN. Bellevue, WA PH: 800-577-8459 X # 2 59 TRUNK MAT ONLY $65 59 WASHER BAG NEW In Stock $30 WANTED—For 1960 Edsel: pot metal chrome for left front fender top. 60 WASHER BAG NEW In Stock $35 Contact Jack Beahm 8301 Lorton Rd, Lorton, VA 22079 59 4 DR UPHOLSTERY BACKING HARDBOARDS $70 PH: 703-690-3022 (1) 59 STATION WAGON CARGO BOARDS $65 58 COR/CIT TAILLIGHT LENS GASKETS 4 PC $28 WANTED—to purchase a 1959 Edsel AMT Promo Model in original 58 RAN/PAC TAILLIGHT LENS GASKETS 4 PC $28 PINK color. Contact: Peter D. LaChapelle, 58 PARKING LIGHT LENS GASKETS 2 PC $16 19 Union St., Salem, MA 01970. PH: 978-744-9198 58 BACK UP LIGHT LENS GASKETS 2 PC $12 Email: [email protected] 58 BACK UP LIGHT HOUSING GASKETS 2 PC $17 59 TAIL LIGHT LENS GASKETS 6 PC $18 WANTED—For 1959 Edsel: air conditioning compressor bracket ( B8A- 58 WAGON TAIL LIGHT LENS GASKETS 6 PC $35 2882-A), a/c duct (B9AZ-19B680-A), and a/c clamp ( PB9E-14923). 60 TAILLIGHT LENS GASKETS 4 PC $17 Contact: Rich Lindblad 60 WAGON TAILLIGHT LENS GASKETS 4 PC $17 405 Presidio Ct Southlake, TX 76092 PH: 940-210-9002 58 HEADLIGHT BUCKET GASKETS 2 PC $28 Email: [email protected] 59 HEADLIGHT BUCKET GASKETS 2 PC $25 NEW ADDITIONS TO MY REPRODUCTION ITEMS BELOW : WANTED—1958 Corsair or Citation, 2 or 4 door body to eventually 58 RANGER/PACER TRUNK MATS NOW AVAILABLE $72 plus S&H make into a daily driver or restore. Does not need the engine or trans, interior, or nose, but must have a solid chassis and good to fair NOTE: THE ABOVE PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE THE SHIPPING COST. body mounts. Can pick up within 900 miles. No junk please. CONTACT: HENRY KLINGER, 506 POTTSVILLE ST, P.O. BOX 167, Contact Allen Rogler 30 Douglas Hook Rd., Chepachet, RI 02814 WICONISCO, PA. 17097 PHONE : 717-453-7244 OR PH: 401-568-4324 daytime only. E-MAIL : [email protected]. Email [email protected]

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Edsel Owners Club Inc. The “BIG E” is the official publication of the Edsel Owners Club. The Club is dedicated to the preserva- tion of the Edsel, with members in all walks of life helping each other in their President - George Foran, 1614 Wilcox St, Historian - Mike Hinsch, Or-E-gon Chapter, 31010 labor of love. The Edsel Crest Hill, IL 60403. [email protected] 815- NW North Avenue, North Plains, OR 97133-6145, Owner’s Club, Inc. was 919-3570 [email protected] 503-647-5376 founded by Edsel Henry Past President - Carolyn Fakeley Founders: Ford, Perry E. Piper, Vice President - Regions - Reg Brown, 806 Edsel Henry Ford, b.1925—d. 2013 Michael Read and David Essex Dr Summerville, SC 29485 Perry Piper - b.1911- d.1999 Sinclair and was incorpo- Ph: 843-693-3331 [email protected] Mike Read - b.1943 - d.2005 rated as a non-profit organ- Treasurer - Lois Roth, Or-E-gon Chapter, 1740 ization under the laws of NW 3rd St., Gresham, OR 97030, David Sinclair, Eagle, ID [email protected] the State of Illinois on [email protected] (208) 939-5534 February 3rd, 1969. Annu- 503-492-0878 Other Contacts: al membership dues: Unit- Secretary - Maye Gulley, Heart of America Chap- Webmaster - Greg Corcoran - Columbine Chapter ed States $35 ($25 if Big E ter, PO Box 587, DeSoto, KS 66018-0587 [email protected] is received by email), Cana- [email protected] 913-583-1822 da $40 (US Funds)($30 if Vice President - Chapters - Kathye Higdem, 9211 Big E is received by email) , Portland Ave S., Bloomington, MN 55420-3839. Big E Publication Dates all others $45 (US [email protected] 952-884-3091 Funds)($35 if Big E is re- Vice President Membership - Jeannine Phipps, January, March, May, July, ceived by email) per year. Or-E-gon Chapter, 2500 NE 187th Ave., Vancou- ver, WA 98684, [email protected] September, November and Of this amount $30 is ap- 360-892-8943 plied as an annual sub- Public Relations - "Shamrock" Shelley Cleaver, Calendar Issue. scription to “The Big E”, the North Texas Chapter, 35998 US Highway 69 N, Copy deadline is 30 days pri- official club publication. All Jacksonville, Texas 75766-7578, dues should be forwarded 903-586-4311 or to above publication dates. to the club treasurer, Lois Big E/Greenline Editor– David Fleischer, 1156 Roth. An Associate Mem- North 350 West, Centerville, Utah 84014, Submit ads and photos to: bership (someone presid- [email protected] ing in the same household) Head Judge - Carroll "Higgie" Higdem, David Fleischer is available for $15. [email protected] (952) 884-3091 [email protected]