The Ford Barn

Steve Plucker · 07-02-2011, 11:56 PM

I know this is somewhere in the many books I have but just when did the 1928 Model A/AA Fords end and the 1929 Model A/AA Fords begin?

Was it December 31, 1928/January 1, 1929 OR was it with the change in early 1929 with the change to the Twolite system OR something else?

What about the separation of the 30-31 models?

Thanks.

Pluck

Roadster62 · 07-03-2011, 12:04 AM

Did the early 1930 AA trucks that used leftover '29 cabs all come through with 1930 front fenders, or did some carry the 1929 style fenders?

Rowdy · 07-03-2011, 12:08 AM

Most used the 29 fenders, hood, radiator and radiator shell, but at the same time had the 30-31 headlights. Rod

Neil Wilson · 07-03-2011, 08:42 AM

Note that the A and AA commercial vehicles used the '29 bodies and related sheet metal until mid 1930 (about June). These vehicles used the '30 A and AA chassis which included the steering gear/wheel.

As far as I know, these vehicles used only the '29 sheet metal (i.e. fenders, hood, etc.). Most of these units used the '30 commercial head lamps. But, I have original photographs showing AA's with the '29 commercial head lamps and the '30 AA wheels. I have not looked for this situation on the A commercial vehicles.

As far as Plucks question - I don't think there was an official year change (like in today's world). A '29 A/AA would have been off the assembly line the first of January. I think it is only important what the month/year of the vehicle is for figuring out what parts would have been used. Just my thinking.

Rowdy · 07-03-2011, 09:11 AM

Here is another side note that Marco and I discussed on the old FB. Many of the AA's in early 30 used a 2 piece front fender mount. I do not know if Maro's question on these were to guide him in research for the JS or just for general knowledge. I have not bought a copy on the JS to read that part yet. Hopefully I can purchase a new copy this fall sometime. Rod

Roadster62 · 07-03-2011, 10:11 AM

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It must be 20 years ago that I saw a very nicely restored early 1930 AA at an AACA National meet. Both the radiator cap and gas cap were bayonet 30-31 style on 1929 radiator and tank. I always thought that was unique.

Chris Haynes · 07-03-2011, 01:08 PM

I have seen many Early 1930's with the twist lock gas caps. But I have never seen one with anything other than the screw on radiator cap.

07-02-2011, 11:56 PM	#1
Steve Plucker BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Walla Walla, Washington USA Posts: 6,066	1928 vs. 1929 Model A/AA Fords...just when did... I know this is somewhere in the many books I have but just when did the 1928 Model A/AA Fords end and the 1929 Model A/AA Fords begin? Was it December 31, 1928/January 1, 1929 OR was it with the change in early 1929 with the change to the Twolite system OR something else? What about the separation of the 30-31 models? Thanks. Pluck

07-03-2011, 12:04 AM	#2
Roadster62 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ridgefield, Ct Posts: 3,449	Re: 1928 vs. 1929 Model A/AA Fords...just when did... Did the early 1930 AA trucks that used leftover '29 cabs all come through with 1930 front fenders, or did some carry the 1929 style fenders? __________________ They don't have to run to be enjoyed. I'm here to enjoy the hobby, and enjoy the cars no matter what they look like. Most of the worlds problems are electrical.

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Rowdy BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Gothenburg Nebraska Just off I-80 Posts: 4,893	Re: 1928 vs. 1929 Model A/AA Fords...just when did... Most used the 29 fenders, hood, radiator and radiator shell, but at the same time had the 30-31 headlights. Rod __________________ Do the RIGHT thing - Support the H.A.M.B. Alliance!!!!

07-03-2011, 08:42 AM	#4
Neil Wilson Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Boulder, CO Posts: 561	Re: 1928 vs. 1929 Model A/AA Fords...just when did... Note that the A and AA commercial vehicles used the '29 bodies and related sheet metal until mid 1930 (about June). These vehicles used the '30 A and AA chassis which included the steering gear/wheel. As far as I know, these vehicles used only the '29 sheet metal (i.e. fenders, hood, etc.). Most of these units used the '30 commercial head lamps. But, I have original photographs showing AA's with the '29 commercial head lamps and the '30 AA wheels. I have not looked for this situation on the A commercial vehicles. As far as Plucks question - I don't think there was an official year change (like in today's world). A '29 A/AA would have been off the assembly line the first of January. I think it is only important what the month/year of the vehicle is for figuring out what parts would have been used. Just my thinking.

07-03-2011, 09:11 AM	#5
Rowdy BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Gothenburg Nebraska Just off I-80 Posts: 4,893	Re: 1928 vs. 1929 Model A/AA Fords...just when did... Here is another side note that Marco and I discussed on the old FB. Many of the AA's in early 30 used a 2 piece front fender mount. I do not know if Maro's question on these were to guide him in research for the JS or just for general knowledge. I have not bought a copy on the JS to read that part yet. Hopefully I can purchase a new copy this fall sometime. Rod __________________ Do the RIGHT thing - Support the H.A.M.B. Alliance!!!!

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Roadster62 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ridgefield, Ct Posts: 3,449	Re: 1928 vs. 1929 Model A/AA Fords...just when did... Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) It must be 20 years ago that I saw a very nicely restored early 1930 AA at an AACA National meet. Both the radiator cap and gas cap were bayonet 30-31 style on 1929 radiator and tank. I always thought that was unique. __________________ They don't have to run to be enjoyed. I'm here to enjoy the hobby, and enjoy the cars no matter what they look like. Most of the worlds problems are electrical.

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Chris Haynes Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Camarillo, CA and Pine Grove, CA Posts: 2,962	Re: 1928 vs. 1929 Model A/AA Fords...just when did... I have seen many Early 1930's with the twist lock gas caps. But I have never seen one with anything other than the screw on radiator cap. __________________ 1921 Runabout 1930 Tudor Early 1930 AA Speed costs money. How fast do you want to go?