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Old 09-01-2021, 07:12 PM
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That would be a fine load to haul home...
 
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Could his be Lombard street in San Fransico ?
 
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Old 09-02-2021, 03:01 PM
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It is John..... pic is from 1922
 
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And here is the one building seen in the early shot. Amazing how much things change in 100 years.



 
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Was the above a Ford option or an aftermarket accessory?

And have any of you ever seen such camping stuff or know anyone one, relative, neighbor, that bought this camping accessories?
 
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Old 09-03-2021, 06:37 AM
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I've never seen anything quite like that. But the awning on back sure reminds me of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang wings.
 
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Not a Ford accessory, but there is a connection. You really do need to read this one, Abe. It's an interesting story.

https://maineboats.com/print/issue-131/home-tent



A unit that Bill designed for a station wagon featured a boat that opened on the top of the vehicle and could be lifted off. Under this, a tent popped up with a sleeping pad attached for children. A cooking unit slid out onto the tailgate. A fabric canopy, which fanned out from the top of the vehicle provided shade and light rain protection.
 
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Old 09-03-2021, 10:00 AM
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Wayne, thanks for that article. I did read the whole thing. And I saw the Ford connection.
 
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Old 09-03-2021, 10:08 AM
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Wayne, thanks for that article. I did read the whole thing. And I saw the Ford connection.
I thought it was a pretty fascinating story. I'd love to find a set of his station wagon camping books.






 
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Old 09-03-2021, 10:39 AM
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Wayne, found on ebay: zero bids, 2 days left, $19.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/27492559681...AAAOSwZHdhEBDH
there are also magazines listed with that name.
 
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Wayne, found on ebay: zero bids, 2 days left, $19.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/27492559681...AAAOSwZHdhEBDH
there are also magazines listed with that name.
Thanks Abe! I searched ebay and that didn't come up for me. I made the seller an offer and they accepted. I'll share the results when the book arrives.
 
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