QUOTE (HRPdesigns @ Feb 13 2008, 09:10 PM)

When did they start sealing the fronts and knurling the ends? I have one from around 1989 and the top tube open on both ends, and smooth all over.
Mine is open at both ends too... smooth, no knurling. Been on an '88 FA Limo since new...
Rick, haven't you had that post for a loooong time? No doubt that it's a real Elf...