53-61. Yet another jack thread

[Randy G.]

I have a 54 Corvette that came without a jack or jack handle (lug wrench). Very few pop up for sale and when they do the seller's are asking downhill of $1,000 for them. Corvette Central sells a repro they claim is an exact reproduction of both. Since the points are just about zero on these compared to the cost of an original should I search out an original or go ahead and buy one for 1/4 the price from CC? I want the car to be as original as possible but I feel like drawing the line on this.

Thanks.

[Mark S.]

Re: 53-61. Yet another jack thread

I believe that this is a personal decision that you have to make. The economics weigh in favor of the CC product; however, if you are a stickler on originality you may want to look more. An add in the Driveline wanted section might help. Not to get your hopes up; but I was at a GMCA swap at the Minnesota fairgrounds two years ago and saw a friend of mine pick one up for $25.00. He ended up giving it to his father for Father's day. His father has a 58 Corvette.

[Mike E.]

Re: 53-61. Yet another jack thread

Does Central actually have them, or do they advertise them? It's been reported that the repros aren't being made anymore. I haven't verified that. Any input on that?

[Al E.]

Re: 53-61. Yet another jack thread

I bought one a few years ago from CC. I recently saw them about a month ago on the website. "Correct Reproduction"

[Mike E.]

Re: 53-61. Yet another jack thread

Thanks, Al. But that doesn't answer my question. Does Central, or anyone else, actually have them. In stock. For sale.?

[Gary C.]

Re: 53-61. Yet another jack thread

Mike,

The best reproduction used to be by Gene Smith in northeastern Oklahoma. You can check with Pete Sawatsky (918) 968-2366 a fellow NCRS member and he'd know or might have one.

Gary
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[Randy G.]

Re: 53-61. Yet another jack thread

Mike Ernst, I just ordered one from Carol at Grossmueller's this afternoon. Same one's CC sell's. She has them.

Thanks for the input.

[Mike E.]

Re: 53-61. Yet another jack thread

Good! Thanks for checking. Glad they are around yet.

[Tom P.]

Re: 53-61. Yet another jack thread

Just as an additional comment-----------------------and I've mentioned this before.
The early 50s Chevy 1/2ton pickups used this same jack. So, If you spot some old Chevy pickup out in a field, it might be worth checking to see if it has a hidden jack.
I bought mine for $10.