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November 07, 2007 at
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Need a little help here. I picked up a early '80s Gambler out of a central PA salvage yard. It was buried in the back of an old delivery truck, under a ton of trash and long forgotten. It's about 75% complete, however, nobody knows any history about the car. I'd like to try and trace its history so that I can restore it as accurately as possible.
I contacted Gambler Motorcycles/Sprintcars who verified it is in fact a Gambler, probably an 83 to 85. They told me where to find the serial number, which I did. Here's the mystery... it has only a 3-digit serial number (#378). Their records only go back to 84.
Along with wanting to ID the car, the mid-section of the car, just ahead of the torque plate, has been modified. So, I'd also like to find photos, a catalog, something that would show exactly how to restore the frame back to its original configuration.
Any info or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I'm working on posting some pictures of it on my website and will provide a link when its up.
Thanks!
DZ
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November 07, 2007 at
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Photos of this "mystery" Gambler can be viewed at: http://www.lap1photo.com/mysterycar/mystery_car01.htm
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November 23, 2007 at
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Posted By: Lap1 on November 07 2007 at 09:30:11 PM
Need a little help here. I picked up a early '80s Gambler out of a central PA salvage yard. It was buried in the back of an old delivery truck, under a ton of trash and long forgotten. It's about 75% complete, however, nobody knows any history about the car. I'd like to try and trace its history so that I can restore it as accurately as possible.
I contacted Gambler Motorcycles/Sprintcars who verified it is in fact a Gambler, probably an 83 to 85. They told me where to find the serial number, which I did. Here's the mystery... it has only a 3-digit serial number (#378). Their records only go back to 84.
Along with wanting to ID the car, the mid-section of the car, just ahead of the torque plate, has been modified. So, I'd also like to find photos, a catalog, something that would show exactly how to restore the frame back to its original configuration.
Any info or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I'm working on posting some pictures of it on my website and will provide a link when its up.
Thanks!
DZ
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contact terry kerstine, in wichita kansas,1-316-721-4410,he was the head welder for gambler in that era, i know he has all the original measurement for that era of gambler car,having made several duplicate cars after coming back here to live. i also think that was probably his serial numbering system so maybe he can give you some more insite on this.hope this helps you out.
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December 05, 2007 at
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Dave,
I looked at all of the photos that you have posted on your site. That is going to be a fun project! I especially like the rear end... Please keep us up to date on what you find out about the car's history.
Kyle
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December 28, 2007 at
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That may be a "big block" frame. The bolt in frame rails were made to accomodate the wider and bigger heads. They swooped down as I remember.
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