14 Apr
2003
14 Apr
'03
7:14 a.m.
The process of stamping out body panels probably hasnt changed that much in
the last 30 years. Sure its automated better but a press is a press.
I'm not sure what happens to the old molds after the car companies are done
stamping out parts with them. Are they so used up that they are scrapped or
are they sold off at auction to people that make after market parts?
----- Original Message -----
From: "chris" <cb(a)mythtech.net>
To: "Classic Computer" <cctalk(a)classiccmp.org>
Sent: Monday, April 14, 2003 2:31 PM
Subject: Re: OT: Toy Chevy's
With
the computerization of manufacturing that's available, it makes no
sense to me why auto manufacturers can't stamp out any body part, for
any car, from any year, on demand.
Can't they?
Eons ago, when I owned a 65 T-Bird and was rebuilding it (a failed
project), I was told by a Ford Dealer that Ford can make ANY part for the
car if I request it. However it was going to cost a bundle as they had to
retool to make the parts. (The conversation was specifically revolving
around body panels and interior body parts... so engine and other
mechanical parts may not be included... I didn't clarify as I wasn't able
to afford used parts much less factory new).
-chris
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