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04-15-2024, 08:34 PM
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91 birthday today
I think I'm one of the last members of the original Ford barn. Had a nice long talk with Shelly last week, she ran it for quite awhile . Not nuch going on back at the shop. I'm uilding my last Flathead engine a 258 with alot of torque and low cost for the guy that just wan a good reliable , inexpensive engine that woll las till they runout of Gas./ Thak care
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04-15-2024, 08:47 PM
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I am with you. I was here the first day. I talk to Shelly once in awhile. We used to talk almost every other day. She and Mac are a couple of the best friends I have on the internet. Pete |
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04-15-2024, 08:49 PM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy Birthday my friend. Your wisdom never ceases to enlighten me . Tim
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04-15-2024, 09:20 PM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy 91st Ol' Ron. Your wisdom on the Ford flathead engines, and
your willingness to share it with others, so they can keep those engines in fine running condition, is Priceless.  You are a gift that keeps on giving...Thankyou  .
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04-15-2024, 09:24 PM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Ron, you have enlightened me more times than I can count. Thanks for giving all of us the gift of your wisdom.
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04-15-2024, 09:29 PM
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Re: 91 birthday today
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04-15-2024, 09:35 PM
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Re: 91 birthday today
I have been in the Fordbarn a long time too, I am coming up 88 I used to talk to Shelly now and again too and was the only overseas contributor for quite a while. I have been playing around with Ford V8,s and being in the local N.Z. vintage car club for over 50 years now.
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04-15-2024, 09:58 PM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy Birthday Ron. Hope you're having a great day and a lot more to come.
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04-15-2024, 09:58 PM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy birthday Ron.
I always enjoy reading your posts here in NZ. |
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04-15-2024, 10:38 PM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy Birthday Ron, I hope you’re having a great day. Thanks for all your posts and your book Nostalgia. These are invaluable to those of us working alone, exploring the intricacies of rebuilding and modification of Flathead engines. You’re a gem.
Best regards, Roger |
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04-15-2024, 11:08 PM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy Birthday Ron, You continue to live up to the smiling face that is your avatar. The knowledge you share and "How we did it back then" tips continue to add much to the Fordbarn.
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04-15-2024, 11:12 PM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy Birthday Ron...have a flathead chili to celebrate!
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04-15-2024, 11:24 PM
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Re: 91 birthday today
congratulations Ron, you are among the best, thanks, PHIL
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04-16-2024, 12:35 AM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Good genes, Ron...Happy Birthday to you...
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04-16-2024, 03:10 AM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy Birthday Ron. I always read your posts, no matter the subject. We are all very lucky that you are so willing to share your knowledge and add a little humor along the way.
Your book is a must have for any flatheaded wrench thrower. Time for you to write another. Phil |
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04-16-2024, 04:36 AM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy birthday!
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04-16-2024, 04:45 AM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy Birthday Ron. All the best from Mart in England.
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04-16-2024, 04:59 AM
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Happy Birthday Ron, keep it going
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04-16-2024, 05:39 AM
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Happy Birthday Ol Ron Enjoy your special month. Thanks for the wealth of knowledge you constantly share.
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04-16-2024, 05:56 AM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy Birthday young fella’!!......we’re gonna get over there to see you again soon......
Take Care.......Mark
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04-16-2024, 06:00 AM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy Birthday Ron !!
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04-16-2024, 06:07 AM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy Birthday Ron, all the best to you. Enjoy that Vermont spring! I too have to thank you for sharing your knowledge with us over the years. I am an original Fordbarn member and have picked up a lot of great information on this site. Thank you and to all that share your knowledge. LouB.
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04-16-2024, 06:14 AM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy, happy birthday Ron!
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04-16-2024, 06:16 AM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy Birthday Ron.
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04-16-2024, 06:58 AM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy Birthday Ron, and many more. I really enjoy your posts, you should put up a video of the 258 motor your building.
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04-16-2024, 07:23 AM
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04-16-2024, 07:28 AM
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Re: 91 birthday today
Happy Birthday Ron!
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04-16-2024, 07:45 AM
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I wish you Manny more Birthdays down the road. I have been on the Barn a couple weeks also.
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04-16-2024, 08:09 AM
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Happy Belated Birthday Ron! My Mom just turned 91 on the first . . . and like you, she is still a vibrant and wonderful person. Keep on moving . . . and get to 92!
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04-16-2024, 08:52 AM
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Happy birthday Ron, hope you get to build a few more "last flatheads."
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04-16-2024, 09:02 AM
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Happy Birthday Ron!
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04-16-2024, 09:02 AM
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Happy Birthday Ron. Always enjoy your posts.
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04-16-2024, 09:06 AM
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Happy Birthday Ron! I as well as everyone enjoy all of your posts!
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04-16-2024, 09:21 AM
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Happy Birthday Ron! Like many others here, I ALWAYS read your posts.
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04-16-2024, 09:22 AM
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Happy Birthday as well, Ron. It's always a pleasure reading your posts. (I think the 258 ci flathead is a good combination too!)
I wish you many more!
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04-16-2024, 09:32 AM
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Happy Birthday, Ron!
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04-16-2024, 09:46 AM
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Happy Birthday Ron.
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04-16-2024, 10:29 AM
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Still having flathead fun at 91.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Ron. |
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04-16-2024, 10:33 AM
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Happy birthday, Ron! I turned 65 today. I think I'll use you and my Dad (who just turned 89) As role models. Dad has never gotten the memo he isn't a puppy anymore, Ha!
God bless! John |
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04-16-2024, 10:42 AM
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Happy birthday buddy. Molly and I are looking forward to having lunch with you tomorrow. Should we tell the waitresses to sing happy birthday?
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04-16-2024, 11:06 AM
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Good friends are the riches of of a person dedicated to helping others.
YOU ARE VERY WEALTHY GRAMPS!! All of us "Ford Barners" wish you Happy Birthday and GOOD HEALTH! |
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04-16-2024, 11:15 AM
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Greetings and Happy Brthday from Ohio - the Buckeye State. I have enjoyed your informative and interesting posts. I am about 1 year and 3 months behind you. Keep the path open. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!
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04-16-2024, 01:05 PM
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Happy birthday Ron. You taught me a lot. I also remember the days before Shelly.
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04-16-2024, 03:16 PM
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Happy birthday to you Ron !!! Sometimes the last rebuild is the next one.
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04-16-2024, 08:52 PM
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Happy Birthday my friend.. reading your book Nastalgia. Wishing you many many more …
All the Best !! Flattop Freddie |
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04-16-2024, 10:12 PM
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04-17-2024, 10:14 AM
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91?? That's awesome Ron!! Happy Birthday! I always enjoy your wisdom.
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04-17-2024, 10:16 AM
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Happy belated birthday!
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04-17-2024, 04:19 PM
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04-17-2024, 04:32 PM
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A little late but Happy Birthday….I always look for your input…thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge…..��
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04-17-2024, 05:07 PM
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Happy B'day Ol' Ron; Paddle faster as I'm right behind you.
Yep been around since the model A Lady had this place in Fla. Stick around we will keep you company. I have hunted 4 legged critters in 4 corners area. Say howdy next time you come this way. Lots of Barners hiddin out in these parts. |
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