1939 coupe project
 

The fun begins ###
I made a mistake on project it is a 38 coupe
Senior moment

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Now we want to see more. Keep those pics coming please. Are you in Florida or Wisconsin for this endeavor?

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Doesn't look too bad. I still have not removed the 50 year old fiberglass/bondo repair on my 37 coupe to see what remains of the original panel. I can see a bunch of sheet metal screws on the inside from someone else's "repair" attempt. What shape is the tool compartment floor in? Mine won't hold water for sure.

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In Wisconsin for body and frame work. I will bring it to Florida next October for interior and wiring. Hope to have it on the road by next Christmas. Engine and trans are ready.

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Just love those 39 & 40 coupes. That one looks better than a lot I've seen. It will take plenty of work but its worth every bit.

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Great looking motor.

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Is this the car you are re-working?

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Yes that is the car.
Pete

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One of my favorite models Pete!
I love it!!!
Enjoy
Cheers
Tony

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Please let me know what you do to the frame to get the T5 in there. It might be a challenge to get that fan set-up in that car with the engine in the normal position.

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The frame showed signs of damage with decent repair and tube shocks but sat a little low on one side. knowing I was going with a t5 I decided to go with a aftermarket chassis. The plan is stock look,stock trim and wheels..
Before I get bumped off the Barn I want to give a shot out to Ol'Ron for introducing me to a Merc intake with Rochester 2g. I have used this setup on two other builds. Makes for a great setup for a mild flathead.

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That is a good looking chassis. It should ride and handle great!

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Attachment 395565

This coupe is a 1938 standard.

Hope this picture shows-need practice.

Gene Tulsa

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You are right. 1938 I have a mind block because of my 1939 PICKUP. Senior citizen!!!
Second time you got me. Thanks

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The 38 standard is still a nice car.

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I love the looks of the 38 std!

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Me too!

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Some build pictures. Hope to have it done by mid October.

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Pete, that is going to be one awesome coupe. Love that dash, steering wheel and seat!!:)

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Looking good!

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Great lookin' car. I don't now a lot about the pre-war cars, but this must be a DeLuxe because of the banjo wheel, right?

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Based on the grill and front of the car it is a Standard. I don't know the history of this car. I did think the steering wheel looked like a top of the line version.

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I agree! That interior is going to be killer!

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Tubman, in 38 the standard and deluxe had totally different body styles. I prefer the look of the standard myself, but many like the deluxe. To a large extent the look of the deluxe of one year looked similar to the standard of the next year. So a 38 dlx looks very similar to a 39 std and a 39 dlx looks similar to a 40 std. These are photos of a 38 std (the straight hood line and grill lines) and the 38 dlx with the drop down hood and more curved grill.

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"JSeery" - I wouldn't say "body styles"; I would think "front sheet metal" would be more appropriate. I know the difference between Standards and DeLuxes, but I was wondering about this particular car because it is shown before completion.

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Sorry Tubman, misread what you were saying! The bodies are different on the sedans, but you probably know that, LOL.

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Yeah, I think that Ford got it bass-ackward back in '38 - The Standard is so much more attractive than the Deluxe IMO....


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I'll be lookin' for it on Dearborn St. first Sat. in January.. Bill

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Bill I will be there for sure a couple times next year. So hard to get a spot need to get there by 2 for a show that starts at 4.30
Pete

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"Yeah, I think that Ford got it bass-ackward back in '38 - The Standard is so much more attractive than the Deluxe IMO...."

I'm with you petehoovie!

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I would take those ugly 38 Deluxes you guys don't like.


Bruce

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Agree !!! - F F

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no, no, no... the '38 Deluxe was God's gift to Automotive Design :D

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Must be an acquired taste! :)

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They all look good to me.