Here is a video that is about a month old. Great old commercials with shots of the plant today. Interesting history. Some facts in question by narration but not a bad video.
Bob Miles
Tucson AZ
Bob Miles
Tucson AZ
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That remaining building never was part of the Studebaker plant , it was Otis Elevatorsigpic
Home of the Fried Green Tomato
"IF YOU WANT THE SMILES YOU NEED TO DO THE MILES "
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Kathy, Laurin Chapin, from “Father Knows Best” knew the answer!Comment
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In addition, much of the footage was also of the adjacent Otis plant. I had a number of opportunities to be inside the Studebaker property and the graffiti shown did not exist. In fact, over the years the property was used by Allan Candy, Hamilton Film Studios, and storage facilities for Niagara wineries and Rheem products. The only time dirt floors would have been prevalent would have.been during demolition in the last year.Originally posted by 2R5 View Post
Otis Elevator DID buy the Studebaker property in 1967 and manufactured sub assemblies for some time, but then sold both properties to Allan Candy who operated their business for several years. The Allan business after being sold leased the Studebaker premises to Hamilton Film Studios which failed in their first year. After many years of both properties being used for storage purpose, the owners decided to sell. When no deals were forthcoming, the owner realized it was less expensive to demolish and let the land sit while awaiting redevelopment.
A lot of this post-Studebaker history has been published in Turning Wheels, authored by me. The idea of this video was good; too bad the producer's homework was sadly lacking.
Stu ChapmanLast edited by Stu Chapman; 02-06-2018, 07:43 AM.Comment
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Very poor bouncy video, very poorly researched, monotone dialogue garbage. Other than the interesting Studebaker ads, its not worth watching. Presume this is someone's grade school project.Comment
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I worked in the Otis Elevator factory, 1963 to 1965.
After United Technologies took over Otis, they closed it down.Comment
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Most of the building featured here is the Machine Shop for the Otis. I worked there for over 13 years. I have included a list of some videos about the plant as well as an article which was in the Hamilton Spectator the day we dedicated the commemorative plaque installed near the factory site. Today, the city of Hamilton has named a street in the new industrial park Studebaker Way. I have listed some films which can be found on you tube about the factory. Roly Lusted,
1. Hamilton Life - Studebaker Plant Feature
2. 1933 Studebaker President Convertible SUPER RARE
3. CHCH TV - Hamilton Studebakers - and their makers – reunite
4. Studebakers Built in Canada
5. Studebakers Leave Canadian Factory
6. Hamilton Studebaker Chapter fans to unveil plaque at old factory site
7. Abandoned Studebaker Car Factory
Originally posted by 6hk71400 View PostHere is a video that is about a month old. Great old commercials with shots of the plant today. Interesting history. Some facts in question by narration but not a bad video.
Bob Miles
Tucson AZ
Roly Lusted, Past President Hamilton Chapter SDC
http://www.thehamiltonchaptersdc.ca
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"When no deals were forthcoming, the owner realized it was less expensive to demolish and let the land sit while awaiting redevelopment." Sounds like South Bend "light "....Comment
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