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Pabst Blue Ribbon Vintage Ads

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Pabst Blue Ribbon, also known as PBR, is the most famous product of the Pabst Brewing Company, and incidentally, my favorite beer. Known by a few different names (Pabst Best Select and Pabst Select), before its current PBR moniker, PBR has been around since 1882. A while back I realized that I don’t think I’ve ever seen, watched, or heard a PBR advertisement though. I know the brand had experienced a cult renaissance during the last decade or so, and that my grandfather used to drink it when he was my age, but that was about it. A friend of … Continue reading Pabst Blue Ribbon Vintage Ads

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New Port Engineering – “Clean Wipe” Wiper Drive

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                   The Clean Wipe Wiper Drive is a true bolt-in replacement for your original equipment vacuum or electric windshield wiper motor. Each model of the Clean Wipe Wiper Drive is designed for the specific year and model of vehicle. Wiper drives attach to the stock mounting brackets. Designed for attachment to O.E.M. wiper transmission or cable drums. Each kit comes complete with nylon bushings to replace the rubber grommets in the wiper transmission linkage arms. (when required) Clears Stock Cowl Vent and Air Conditioning          This was by far the easiest and best investment I  install in my old Merc. It … Continue reading New Port Engineering – “Clean Wipe” Wiper Drive

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Ventura Nationals – Hot Rod & Motorcycle Show

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WHERE: Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 West Harbor Blvd., Ventura. CA 93001 Go to venturacountyfair.org for directions WHEN: September 4th and 5th, 2010 GATES: Car/Motorcycle participants 7AM General Admission 9AM ADMISSION PRICES: $10, Active Military $5, Children under 12 FREE CAR REGISTRATION: pre-registered vehicles price is $35 for both days – at the Gate $45 for both days Live Music, Silent Auction to benefit the Breast Cancer Fund Judging takes place on Saturday, Trophy presentation is on Sunday. Must be present to receive award. The show goes on Rain or Shine Continue reading Ventura Nationals – Hot Rod & Motorcycle Show