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Old 09-20-2016, 09:18 PM   #1
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Default Does Bill Stipe Still Make Shocks?

What is the straight skinny on Bill Stipe and the shocks he was manufacturing. I believe he retired but wasn't his son going to keep making them? I would like to buy a set.....if they are available.
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put your name on a waiting list. You will eventually get a set. Wayne
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Greg,
Call him and see if they are still available. His number is easy to find on here and vince's site www.fordgarage.com

I looked his number up.. it is 920-467-2895
hopefully he has a set for you.
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Old 09-21-2016, 06:17 AM   #4
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I called the other day to speak with Bill about one of his camshafts and I was told he is retired. However, the business is still open and making his products.
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I was told a month ago to put my name on the wanted list and I would get a set ( my third ) Wayne
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I called the other day to speak with Bill about one of his camshafts and I was told he is retired. However, the business is still open and making his products.
I think I heard that his son(s) took over the shop and are continuing his legacy.
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They just made another run, and I received my set last week.
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Now why didn't I think about just CALLING him?? This durn internet stuff has taught me to be stupid! Well, I did call and I bought a set just today....freshly minted. Not cheap but I have bought parts from Bill over the years and he does TOP NOTCH work. Better than OEM, usually.........
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Now why didn't I think about just CALLING him?? This durn internet stuff has taught me to be stupid! Well, I did call and I bought a set just today....freshly minted. Not cheap but I have bought parts from Bill over the years and he does TOP NOTCH work. Better than OEM, usually.........
If nothing else they're nice to look at. I was hesitant to even paint them.
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Painted mine today.
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How much does he charge for a set?
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[QUOTE=700rpm;1358956]See post #2. [/What does that mean?
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Bill's sons have taken over the business. I spoke with Bill a couple of weeks ago and he is helping them set up for making the various model A items he had made in the past. So it appears all of the parts, including the shocks, will continue to be available. I hope to get an interview with the sons and do an article in a future issue.
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Bill's sons have taken over the business. I spoke with Bill a couple of weeks ago and he is helping them set up for making the various model A items he had made in the past. So it appears all of the parts, including the shocks, will continue to be available. I hope to get an interview with the sons and do an article in a future issue.
Thanks John. What other items does he make? Wayne
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