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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-28-2022, 09:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,621
Posted By pprather
Re: Recognize this '33-34 coupe?

Back to the top. Thanks.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-18-2022, 07:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,621
Posted By pprather
Re: Recognize this '33-34 coupe?

We followed your suggestion, the rod in the photo is not the Early Ford Store rod.
Thanks for trying to help.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-13-2022, 02:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,621
Posted By pprather
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 10-11-2022, 07:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,621
Posted By pprather
Recognize this '33-34 coupe?

Anyone recognize this SoCal rod?

It's been photographed at several events this summer including LARS, Hot Rods on the Tarmac and Outrider's Picnic.

Trying to collect some nice photos for an old...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-16-2016, 08:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,000
Posted By pprather
Re: headlight latch rivet

Thanks for the suggestion.

Any other methods I should consider?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 03-16-2016, 02:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,000
Posted By pprather
headlight latch rivet

I am restoring a pair of '35 headlights. The trim ring latch on both is beat up and ugly. I want to install the replacements by Vintique, #A-13044-BSS.

Can you help me with 'how to round over...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-13-2015, 12:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,605
Posted By pprather
Re: 35 pickup headlight bolts

Looks like 11/16 - 18. Not going to find that at the local hardware store. Guess it's time to jump on the Internet. Thanks.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-13-2015, 12:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,605
Posted By pprather
Re: 35 pickup headlight bolts

My lights have bolts that I think will work. I was at the hardware store and couldn't find a nut that would fit. Anybody know the nut size? It looks like 18 threads per inch. Need the SAE...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-12-2015, 03:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,735
Posted By pprather
Re: '35 car headlight mount bolt length?

What size thread for the nut?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 11-12-2015, 03:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,605
Posted By pprather
Re: 35 pickup headlight bolts

Any update on a source or on making your own?
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 07-08-2012, 12:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,637
Posted By pprather
Re: Bad news out of Dearborn

I've heard you should paint your phone number or the trailer license plate number in large characters on the roof of the trailer to make it easier for the air cops to spot.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-20-2011, 12:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,016
Posted By pprather
Re: Murray Body tags

My Victoria (October 1930 engine #), while lacking the original body tag, has holes small enough to accomodate the rivets used with aftermarket body tags. I would think the holes made by sheet...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-18-2011, 04:34 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 21,968
Posted By pprather
Re: prefix letter on Ford Badges

I have a triangular tool check out tag from the Rouge Plant.
X= assembly
315 - employee pay number

These were used to check out company tools, so they knew where to look if they weren't...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-18-2011, 04:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,663
Posted By pprather
400A body manufacturer

I've learned on here that all known Victoria bodies were produced by Murray.

Over the weekend a friend with a 400A asked if I knew whether his car had a Briggs or Murray body.

Any help? ...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 10-13-2011, 02:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,632
Posted By pprather
Re: gas tank

Here's the link to Reggie's info on tank sealer:

http://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=50025
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-26-2011, 02:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,888
Posted By pprather
Re: Sport Coupe top

Thanks all for the input.
Phil
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 08-25-2011, 08:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,888
Posted By pprather
Sport Coupe top

I'm looking at a 28-29 Sport Coupe. This car is not stock, but substantially modified.

The original sport coupe has a fixed fabric top using wooden bows for support. My question is: Would I be...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-11-2011, 07:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,604
Posted By pprather
Re: Gas gauge assembly help

Here's the replacement float that I recommend. Shaped like the cork one, but made if brass,etc.

http://www.mikes-afordable.com/miva/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=A9313C&Category_Code=1067
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 07-06-2011, 03:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,179
Posted By pprather
Re: Senate Resolution 513 proclaims July 8th as Collector Car Appreciation Day, celeb

This is sponsored / supported by SEMA Action Network. Here is the link:

http://www.semasan.com/main/main.aspx?ID=/content/SEMASANcom/HomePage

I will be driving my A to the Miller Reunion at...
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 06-29-2011, 03:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,593
Posted By pprather
Re: Mustang master cylinder

I have a similar conversion and was not able to remove the rod from the piston. Any ideas?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-28-2011, 02:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,066
Posted By pprather
Re: Victoria Fenders

I'll start out, jump in if this info is not correct.

FRONT - '30-'31 use the same fenders but slightly different splash aprons. Just decide if you want a tire well or not.

REAR - '30-'31...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 06-24-2011, 04:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,579
Posted By pprather
Re: 31 Gas gage

Here's the brass float from Mikes. Its the only way to go, unless you are into the judging thing:
...
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 03-02-2011, 11:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 25,047
Posted By pprather
Re: What parts to swap brakes to 2pot master cylinder??

Regarding the tee. The brake light switch should go into it without a problem, I'd use a little teflon tape on the pipe threads.

For the openings with the flaired brake lines, yes, they need a...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-26-2011, 11:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,889
Posted By pprather
Re: Please help to ID 30-32 pickup?

From the "modified" part of this site, I would say the bed has been shortened, probably where the front and sides come together. The floor of the cab was cut out and the body 'channelled' over the...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-24-2011, 03:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,667
Posted By pprather
Re: Hi-tech overlays for octogenarian cars

Let's get this thread back on topic. If you want to discuss the dangers of talking on the cell phone while driving, start your own thread.

pdora,
Do you have Android app's that you like or find...
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