The Ford Barn

Fordors · 10-02-2023, 06:19 PM

It is with deep regret that I inform the members here that Hamtown Al passed away on Sept. 15th.
Godspeed Al, you will be missed.

Zeke3 · 10-02-2023, 06:33 PM

My condolences to his family and friends, may he rest in peace.

KiWinUS · 10-02-2023, 07:03 PM

RIP. Al. My sincere condolences to your family. A great guy and a friend.

V8COOPMAN · 10-02-2023, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by KiWinUS

RIP. Al. My sincere condolences to your family. A great guy and a friend.

I hate hearing about losing our friends ..... hoping you'll rest peacefully, Al!

Pictured BELOW is Al's rendition of a passenger car variety '36 pick-up. Appropriately, that is our own "KiWi Tony" leaning on Al's unique and well-done pick-up.

Coop

KiWinUS · 10-02-2023, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by V8COOPMAN

I hate hearing about losing our friends ..... hoping you'll rest peacefully, Al!

Pictured BELOW is Al's rendition of a passenger car variety '36 pick-up. Appropriately, that is our own "KiWi Tony" leaning on Al's unique and well-done pick-up.

Coop

You’re too much Coopman Thanks I love it.
Hope you enjoyed my barn find hunters on Hagertys YouTube.

V8COOPMAN · 10-02-2023, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by KiWinUS

You’re too much Coopman Thanks I love it.
Hope you enjoyed my barn find hunters on Hagertys YouTube.

Tony ..... That Hagerty piece was a GREAT video. Hell, I had to watch it twice.

The Coopman

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Fordors · 10-02-2023, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by KiWinUS

You’re too much Coopman Thanks I love it.
Hope you enjoyed my barn find hunters on Hagertys YouTube.

Well there ya go, how’s that for the most tasteless thread hijack ever?

V8COOPMAN · 10-02-2023, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Fordors

Well there ya go, how’s that for the most tasteless thread hijack ever?

I'm sorry! I looked everywhere on the internet for YOUR picture posing with Al's masterful pick-up creation. You must not have been included for that photo session.

Coop

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Fordors · 10-02-2023, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by V8COOPMAN

I'm sorry! I looked everywhere on the internet for YOUR picture posing with Al's masterful pick-up creation. You must not have been included for that photo session.

Coop

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My comment was in no way directed at your post, I completely understand the connection AND the friendship that Tony and Al had. On the other hand if KiWinUS feels a need to shill his video then out of respect for his friend he should start a new thread. Respect, it’s as simple as that.

47topless · 10-02-2023, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Fordors

Well there ya go, how’s that for the most tasteless thread hijack ever?

Yes, most disappointing.

Mart · 10-03-2023, 04:35 AM

Sorry to hear about Hamtown Al.

I remember his pickup with the passenger car sheetmetal. When I saw his name I realised I had not seen him post for a while.

RIP Al.

deuce5wndw · 10-03-2023, 07:53 AM

Rip al

Bill's Auto Works · 10-03-2023, 08:10 AM

R.I.P. AL

I loved his threads/posts over on the HAMB as well.

Our thoughts & prayers go out to his family & friends.

God Bless
Bill
https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/...closed.614419/

sidevalve8ba · 10-03-2023, 08:53 AM

I never met the man but I sure enjoyed his comments. R.I.P. Al.

TomT/Williamsburg · 10-03-2023, 09:58 AM

RIP Al - he lives right across the river from me and he was one of the first car people I met when I moved to VA in ‘95. He eventually bought my red 40 ford pickup and we had many other dealings over the years. A good friend, he was always one to help out abd be a part of the solution kinda guy. We went out to the LA Roadster Show together with a group of VA guys in ‘16. As I drove my avatar out there at 70-85 mph everyone always asked what kind of flathead I was using and Al always responded with a phrase another Va rodder coined, “ a really good one!” - you will be missed my friend and I wish you God’s speed ….

TJ · 10-03-2023, 02:41 PM

RIP Al. He was an interesting guy and I always read his postings. He handed out some good information.

KiWinUS · 10-03-2023, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Fordors

My comment was in no way directed at your post, I completely understand the connection AND the friendship that Tony and Al had. On the other hand if KiWinUS feels a need to shill his video then out of respect for his friend he should start a new thread. Respect, it’s as simple as that.

There’s an old saying I learnt way way back “ always gather all the details”
The reason I mentioned the video to Coopman is because I spoke about Al in it. It’s as simple as that. In no way would I ever be so disrespectful under these circumstances no matter what anyone thinks. Sorry for any distraction from the reason for this thread.

Tony.

10-02-2023, 06:19 PM	#1
Fordors Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Orland Park,IL Posts: 1,402	Hamtown Al It is with deep regret that I inform the members here that Hamtown Al passed away on Sept. 15th. Godspeed Al, you will be missed. __________________ My school colors are black and blue, I attended the School of Hard Knocks where I received a Masters Degree in Chronic Mopery.

10-02-2023, 06:33 PM	#2
Zeke3 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Columbus, IN Posts: 1,407	Re: Hamtown Al My condolences to his family and friends, may he rest in peace.

10-02-2023, 07:03 PM	#3
KiWinUS Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Charlotte NC KiWi-L100 available here Posts: 2,963	Re: Hamtown Al RIP. Al. My sincere condolences to your family. A great guy and a friend.

10-03-2023, 04:35 AM	#11
Mart Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Solihull, England. Posts: 8,755	Re: Hamtown Al Sorry to hear about Hamtown Al. I remember his pickup with the passenger car sheetmetal. When I saw his name I realised I had not seen him post for a while. RIP Al.

10-03-2023, 07:53 AM	#12
deuce5wndw Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Liberty, KY Posts: 901	Re: Hamtown Al Rip al

10-03-2023, 08:10 AM	#13
Bill's Auto Works Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Northern Ohio Posts: 595	Re: Hamtown Al R.I.P. AL I loved his threads/posts over on the HAMB as well. Our thoughts & prayers go out to his family & friends. God Bless Bill https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/...closed.614419/ __________________ Your QUALITY Ford Barn Transporter- Open or Enclosed. Bill's Auto Works Est. 1983 & Still Going Strong! 1955 Chevy Altered W.B. Gasser 1955 Nash Amb. Cust. Lemans 1957 Pontiac Chieftain 2 DR HT 1964 Pontiac Grand Prix 2 DR HT 1966 Pontiac Catalina Conv 1966 AMC Ambassador DPL 2 DR HT 1966 AMC Ambassador Cust 2DR HT 1967 AMC Marlin 1967 Toronado 1973 Chevy Nova Full Chassis Car 1992 Jag XJS Conv 1992 Jag XJS 2 DR Coupe 2007 Cadillac XLR-V Supercharged Roadster

10-03-2023, 08:53 AM	#14
sidevalve8ba Senior Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Harrisonburg, VA Posts: 842	Re: Hamtown Al I never met the man but I sure enjoyed his comments. R.I.P. Al.

10-03-2023, 09:58 AM	#15
TomT/Williamsburg Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Williamsburg, Virginia Posts: 2,654	Re: Hamtown Al RIP Al - he lives right across the river from me and he was one of the first car people I met when I moved to VA in ‘95. He eventually bought my red 40 ford pickup and we had many other dealings over the years. A good friend, he was always one to help out abd be a part of the solution kinda guy. We went out to the LA Roadster Show together with a group of VA guys in ‘16. As I drove my avatar out there at 70-85 mph everyone always asked what kind of flathead I was using and Al always responded with a phrase another Va rodder coined, “ a really good one!” - you will be missed my friend and I wish you God’s speed …. __________________ Run to the LA Roadster Show - 2016 My Run to Bonneville - 2013 My 32 5-Window Build My Run to the LSRU

10-03-2023, 02:41 PM	#16
TJ Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Napa,California Posts: 6,037	Re: Hamtown Al RIP Al. He was an interesting guy and I always read his postings. He handed out some good information.