Automotive Adventures: A Journey Through Allison Division's Legacy and Classic Car Nostalgia with Doug Schaffer
About this episode
Doug Schaefer, a retired General Motors employee from the Allison Division, shares his fascinating journey through the automotive industry, focusing on his experiences with transmissions and packaging. The discussion highlights the evolution of automatic transmissions, the unique engineering behind packaging for automotive parts, and nostalgic stories from Doug's early days with Corvettes. The hosts also engage in light-hearted banter and automotive trivia, making for an entertaining and informative episode filled with personal anecdotes and industry insights.
Get ready for a thrilling ride as we chat with retired General Motors Allison Division employee Doug Schaffer about his fascinating career in auto parts, packaging, and shipping. Doug takes us on a journey through the development of the first automatic electronic shift transmission, its impact on the trucking industry, and the history of Allison, including their work on aircraft engines and their merger with GM.
But wait, there's more! We also take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, reminiscing about a the selling price of classic cars. From a 1976 Corvette to a 2002 Jeep Wrangler, and even a 1934 Model A, join us as we discuss their value, and uncover some of the stories behind them.
Don't miss this wide reaching conversation filled with insights, nostalgia, and a healthy dose of car insanity.
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Chevrolet Corvette
"...ay yes. Backing up to your first caller about the Corvette Club, jeff's oldest sister, pat. When I graduated..."
Chevrolet Chevelle
"How about a 19? Yeah, 1972, chevy, chevelle Oh 60. No it didn't say I understand now."
Datsun 280Z
"...ense and all that. Here's one for you, sir A 1977 Datsun 280Z. What do you think?"
Chevrolet Monte Carlo
"... of a cream pie. It's what I could think of Chevy Monte Carlo 1973 model with the Landau top. That was the firs..."
Jeep Wrangler
"...e car for her. No, Here's one perhaps A 2002 Jeep Wrangler 2002. So it is 21 years old."
Jeep Cherokee
"...conceived in the back of a Jeep does not make you Cherokee. That's a different model."
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