The Ford Barn

GB SISSON · 11-26-2022, 12:59 PM

I just saw this on CL Seattle. No affiliation. I know it has a long ways to go, but having a title, original seats, engine etc, it seems a worthy project. Somebody save this from the blue flame butchers, the air baggers,the rat rodders and the candy apple red metalflakers...... (then I won't have to)

I see some really hideous 'projects' for sale on CL for twice the money and more.

https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/7552246552.html

petehoovie · 11-26-2022, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by GB SISSON

I just saw this on CL Seattle. No affiliation. I know it has a long ways to go, but having a title, original seats, engine etc, it seems a worthy project. Somebody save this from the blue flame butchers, the air baggers,the rat rodders and the candy apple red metalflakers...... (then I won't have to)

I see some really hideous 'projects' for sale on CL for twice the money and more.

https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/7552246552.html

1933 FORD PANEL WITH ONE SIDE MOUNT. HAVE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION. HAVE ORIGINAL SEATS, DASH AND HEADLIGHTS.
HAVE CLEAR TITLE. VERY RARE ! $2500.00

sugarmaker · 11-26-2022, 01:44 PM

GB,
Just go get it! Doesnt look too bad for that price.
Regards,
Chris

GB SISSON · 11-26-2022, 10:31 PM

Like so many projects, this one would cost a lot of money, take a lot of time and before ya knew it, you'd be underwater. If it was a particular type of vehicle I just had to have that's one thing. I sold my tonner panel last year because it had such poor visibility it was unnerving backing up anywhere in town. One time I pulled up in front of a store in town and backing out I blocked both lanes before my drivers window let me look to the side and see what was going on. Thought it might be interesting to others as '32 -'36 fords have always been desireable. But.... It's been on there for 4 weeks.

sugarmaker · 11-27-2022, 08:36 AM

GB,
I completly understand. So many new toys pop up everyday! I always say they could give you the item along with some money and it would still be costly! It doesnt take long to get a large pile of cash and time into a project like that. As you say it needs to be something you really want to do and have! Most of us are not into fliping them. My guess it would not be very finacialy feasiable to come out ahead often??
Regards,
Chris

cas3 · 11-27-2022, 10:30 AM

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I'm surprised that has not sold yet. Perhaps a sign of our sinking economy.

51504bat · 11-27-2022, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by cas3

I'm surprised that has not sold yet. Perhaps a sign of our sinking economy.

The clear title is worth the asking price to someone building a hot rod. IMO
Glad its not closer or my '54 Ranch Wagon project would get delayed even more.

DavidG · 11-27-2022, 11:40 AM

Unstated is the condition of the extensive wood work that exists behind all of that sheet metal. That often is the death knell for era panel trucks.

GB SISSON · 11-27-2022, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by 51504bat

The clear title is worth the asking price to someone building a hot rod. IMO
Glad its not closer or my '54 Ranch Wagon project would get delayed even more.

They DO have these guys that will pick it up and drop it off in front of your shop. Just sayin'....... ( insert 'little devil on your shoulder meme )

I was impressed with the body mounting flange on the rear fender that has moved away from the body. Maybe Pete can enlarge the other 3 photos from the ad. Mr. Hoovie, you there?

sugarmaker · 11-27-2022, 11:47 AM

Side shields of hood have more louvers than my truck!
The cab to body angle does not look great!
Regards,
Chris

TJ · 11-27-2022, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by DavidG

Unstated is the condition of the extensive wood work that exists behind all of that sheet metal. That often is the death knell for era panel trucks.

Definitely the wood is the hidden gremlin in those old panel trucks. Strictly a project for a master woodworker.

51504bat · 11-27-2022, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by TJ

Definitely the wood is the hidden gremlin in those old panel trucks. Strictly a project for a master woodworker.

Maybe one who lives on an island in Washington?

51504bat · 11-27-2022, 07:18 PM

[QUOTE=GB SISSON;2184411]They DO have these guys that will pick it up and drop it off in front of your shop. Just sayin'....... ( insert 'little devil on your shoulder meme )

And there are a gazillion divorce attorneys in CA as well.

petehoovie · 11-27-2022, 07:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GB SISSON

They DO have these guys that will pick it up and drop it off in front of your shop. Just sayin'....... ( insert 'little devil on your shoulder meme )

I was impressed with the body mounting flange on the rear fender that has moved away from the body. Maybe Pete can enlarge the other 3 photos from the ad. Mr. Hoovie, you there?

petehoovie · 11-27-2022, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by DavidG

Unstated is the condition of the extensive wood work that exists behind all of that sheet metal. That often is the death knell for era panel trucks.

I don't think there's any woodworking that GB Sisson can't handle...

Lawson Cox · 11-27-2022, 09:47 PM

If I had been born rich, instead of so good looking, and I were 60 years younger, I'd be right on that one. Wouldn't that be beautiful, restored !!!!

rockfla · 11-28-2022, 08:34 AM

IF I wasn't as far as one could possibly be, geographically speaking, and still be on the same Terra fir-ma as the panel, I'd take my stab at it!!!! BUT the distance and effort makes it cost prohibitive for me!!!

sugarmaker · 11-28-2022, 08:44 AM

Folks,
That truck needs some serious Ford Barn love! Thanks for the picture of the back too. A tractor restorer in the UK always said "If it casts a shadow it can be restored". That unit casts a big shadow! But can someone bring it back??? Bob, you could have it home before Christmas!
Regards,
Chris

RKS.PA · 11-28-2022, 09:23 AM

Chris, weighing in on your comment about coming out ahead financially, I've come to the point where even if you got this one for free, you'll still be underwater once you start the restoration and find you need to buy this and that!! Seems like buyers of our vintage...speaking only for myself....are becoming fewer! I'm watching prices coming down as demand wanes!!

Mtn Wudy · 11-29-2022, 02:24 AM

It looks like something I would haul home.
I came home from a swap meet with a Model T front axle when I was 12years old ...
From that day on,,I had a Model T......that was 62 years ago ...

11-26-2022, 12:59 PM	#1
GB SISSON Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Orcas Island Washington Posts: 4,930	1933 1/2 ton panel delivery I just saw this on CL Seattle. No affiliation. I know it has a long ways to go, but having a title, original seats, engine etc, it seems a worthy project. Somebody save this from the blue flame butchers, the air baggers,the rat rodders and the candy apple red metalflakers...... (then I won't have to) I see some really hideous 'projects' for sale on CL for twice the money and more. https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/7552246552.html __________________ Owner/Operator of 'Jailbar Ranch' on the side of Mt. Pickett. Current stable consists of 1946 1/2 ton pickup turned woodie wagon with FH V8, 1947 Tonner Pickup (red) mostly stock with exception of a cummins 6at turbo diesel, 1946 Tonner Pickup (green) with 226 cu in 6 cyl flathead, 1979 Toyota landcruiser wagon, completely encased in 1947 Ford Jailbar sheet metal. Ok, cornbinder rear fenders..... 'Rusty ol' floorboards, hot on their feet' (Alan Jackson)

11-26-2022, 01:44 PM	#3
sugarmaker Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Albion PA Posts: 1,677	Re: 1933 1/2 ton panel delivery GB, Just go get it! Doesnt look too bad for that price. Regards, Chris __________________ 1932 AAB Truck 1953 Ford Jubilee 2015 Ford F250 SuperCrew Lots of Allis tractors Some Cub Cadets

11-26-2022, 10:31 PM	#4
GB SISSON Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Orcas Island Washington Posts: 4,930	Re: 1933 1/2 ton panel delivery Like so many projects, this one would cost a lot of money, take a lot of time and before ya knew it, you'd be underwater. If it was a particular type of vehicle I just had to have that's one thing. I sold my tonner panel last year because it had such poor visibility it was unnerving backing up anywhere in town. One time I pulled up in front of a store in town and backing out I blocked both lanes before my drivers window let me look to the side and see what was going on. Thought it might be interesting to others as '32 -'36 fords have always been desireable. But.... It's been on there for 4 weeks. __________________ Owner/Operator of 'Jailbar Ranch' on the side of Mt. Pickett. Current stable consists of 1946 1/2 ton pickup turned woodie wagon with FH V8, 1947 Tonner Pickup (red) mostly stock with exception of a cummins 6at turbo diesel, 1946 Tonner Pickup (green) with 226 cu in 6 cyl flathead, 1979 Toyota landcruiser wagon, completely encased in 1947 Ford Jailbar sheet metal. Ok, cornbinder rear fenders..... 'Rusty ol' floorboards, hot on their feet' (Alan Jackson)

11-27-2022, 08:36 AM	#5
sugarmaker Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Albion PA Posts: 1,677	Re: 1933 1/2 ton panel delivery GB, I completly understand. So many new toys pop up everyday! I always say they could give you the item along with some money and it would still be costly! It doesnt take long to get a large pile of cash and time into a project like that. As you say it needs to be something you really want to do and have! Most of us are not into fliping them. My guess it would not be very finacialy feasiable to come out ahead often?? Regards, Chris __________________ 1932 AAB Truck 1953 Ford Jubilee 2015 Ford F250 SuperCrew Lots of Allis tractors Some Cub Cadets

11-27-2022, 10:30 AM	#6
cas3 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: sw minnesota Posts: 4,574	Re: 1933 1/2 ton panel delivery Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) I'm surprised that has not sold yet. Perhaps a sign of our sinking economy.

11-27-2022, 11:40 AM	#8
DavidG Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: southeastern Michigan Posts: 10,101	Re: 1933 1/2 ton panel delivery Unstated is the condition of the extensive wood work that exists behind all of that sheet metal. That often is the death knell for era panel trucks.

11-27-2022, 11:47 AM	#10
sugarmaker Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Albion PA Posts: 1,677	Re: 1933 1/2 ton panel delivery Side shields of hood have more louvers than my truck! The cab to body angle does not look great! Regards, Chris __________________ 1932 AAB Truck 1953 Ford Jubilee 2015 Ford F250 SuperCrew Lots of Allis tractors Some Cub Cadets

11-27-2022, 07:18 PM	#13
51504bat Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: SoCal-Redlands Posts: 3,018	Re: 1933 1/2 ton panel delivery [QUOTE=GB SISSON;2184411]They DO have these guys that will pick it up and drop it off in front of your shop. Just sayin'....... ( insert 'little devil on your shoulder meme ) And there are a gazillion divorce attorneys in CA as well. __________________ Making the simple complicated for over 30 years.

11-27-2022, 09:47 PM	#16
Lawson Cox Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Above the gnat line in Georgia Posts: 7,009	Re: 1933 1/2 ton panel delivery If I had been born rich, instead of so good looking, and I were 60 years younger, I'd be right on that one. Wouldn't that be beautiful, restored !!!! __________________ Life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer to the end, the faster it goes. It is better to be seen, than viewed. "We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm".

11-28-2022, 08:34 AM	#17
rockfla Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Jacksonville FL Posts: 3,953	Re: 1933 1/2 ton panel delivery IF I wasn't as far as one could possibly be, geographically speaking, and still be on the same Terra fir-ma as the panel, I'd take my stab at it!!!! BUT the distance and effort makes it cost prohibitive for me!!!

11-28-2022, 08:44 AM	#18
sugarmaker Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Albion PA Posts: 1,677	Re: 1933 1/2 ton panel delivery Folks, That truck needs some serious Ford Barn love! Thanks for the picture of the back too. A tractor restorer in the UK always said "If it casts a shadow it can be restored". That unit casts a big shadow! But can someone bring it back??? Bob, you could have it home before Christmas! Regards, Chris __________________ 1932 AAB Truck 1953 Ford Jubilee 2015 Ford F250 SuperCrew Lots of Allis tractors Some Cub Cadets

11-28-2022, 09:23 AM	#19
RKS.PA Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Marana, AZ Posts: 1,194	Re: 1933 1/2 ton panel delivery Chris, weighing in on your comment about coming out ahead financially, I've come to the point where even if you got this one for free, you'll still be underwater once you start the restoration and find you need to buy this and that!! Seems like buyers of our vintage...speaking only for myself....are becoming fewer! I'm watching prices coming down as demand wanes!!

11-29-2022, 02:24 AM	#20
Mtn Wudy Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Montrose,CO Posts: 226	Re: 1933 1/2 ton panel delivery It looks like something I would haul home. I came home from a swap meet with a Model T front axle when I was 12years old ... From that day on,,I had a Model T......that was 62 years ago ... __________________ Whether you think that you can,or that you can't,you are usually right....H.Ford