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08-13-2011, 03:13 AM | #1 |
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My Latest Haul and Collection thus Far
A couple days ago I posted a question about fenders and their value. I ended up buying them, an engine with attached transmission, front axle, hood, brake parts, firewall, and a bunch of other stuff. Drove about 497 miles round trip to pick all this stuff up, but took a road trip with a buddy so it was pretty nice. Pretty excited to be accumulating a bunch of stuff. Makes my garage a little cramped though!
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08-13-2011, 03:19 AM | #2 |
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08-13-2011, 07:17 AM | #3 |
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What a great collection of Model A parts! I especially enjoy the picture of you ready for a test drive. Now you need to find buckets of original Model A hardware to use during the assembly. Enjoy! Gar Williams
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08-13-2011, 07:33 AM | #4 |
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Take a look at the engine, ...especially the side cover, drain tube, the intake manifold, and the pan. Whatdoyasee? Engine number kinda confirms a 1st or 2nd week of Nov build huh? The sheetmetals' a little newer (sans the hidden cowl) but what the heck. "Trivial details". And since I believe you said you did Landscaping, the trimmer on the cab is a nice touch too! (Sure beats an old push reel mower!! )
I too like your enthusiasm. Best wishes in your endeavor and ...full speed ahead!! (Ohh, and keep us updated with photos of your progress!!) , |
08-13-2011, 07:36 AM | #5 |
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Looks like some "Left Over" Hot Rod parts are on there way to a restoration, good score.
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08-13-2011, 07:40 AM | #6 |
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08-13-2011, 07:46 AM | #7 |
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Crank that stereo up and have some FUN!
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08-13-2011, 11:05 AM | #8 |
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It looks like you have some fairly good parts to work with. Don't rush it !
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08-13-2011, 11:38 AM | #9 |
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Hey good to se another local Model A'er. Looks like your missing the windshield frame I have a spare one I didnt use ,not the greatest but it would work as well as a few other parts I would sell if your interested....Shoot me a pm if you like....Nice start.....Dave
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08-13-2011, 08:13 PM | #10 |
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Looks like some good stuff. You're a lucky guy.
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08-15-2011, 01:48 AM | #11 | ||||||
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Yeah, I was surprised by the condition everything is in. The dry east side of the state helps keep stuff in good shape. I'll keep updating this thread as I go along with the parts I pick up. Thanks for the encouragement, this is a really fun hobby. |
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09-02-2011, 01:41 AM | #12 |
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Got my frame from a man named Rolf from the HAMB and ground it down and primered it and then rattle canned it gloss black by Rustoleum automotive paint. Now it is shiny black!
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09-02-2011, 01:42 AM | #13 |
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09-02-2011, 06:09 AM | #14 |
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The frame has the holes for the #6 frame mount. The are the 3 holes ahead of the rear running board bracket in triangle shape. This puts the frame in the late 30 to 31 time period. You could use this frame with a slant window body.
For whatever those details are worth. The frame will work fine for your project. |
09-02-2011, 06:15 AM | #15 |
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Lookin' real good there young man!! And it looks like it was a nice frame to start with. Did you happen to take any pictures of when you straightening it?
Also, it sure would be tempting to have eaten those Apples(??) off of that tree in the background when taking a break! . |
09-02-2011, 07:36 AM | #16 |
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I am also curious on the method you used to check for the straightness of the frame. A tight elevated string along the length of the frame gives you a reference to measure against. Lots of frames have a sag in the cowl area from years of use and abuse. A frame that is not straigh will haunt you later when you are aligning up the body / hood.
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09-02-2011, 09:47 AM | #17 |
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The rear axle backing plates shown, are for the very early A, built in November of 1927. Note there is no support boss for the emergency brake mechanism. I would be interesting to know if the rear axle housings show weld seams on the outside. If I am correct, there should be no brake surface for the emergency brake shoe in the rear drums either
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09-02-2011, 03:12 PM | #18 |
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What a great looking frame! I wish that frames like that were available up here in the frozen north. Most are rusted really bad and are pitted. Good start to a project. Good Luck!
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09-02-2011, 03:38 PM | #19 |
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There is something inspiring about seeing an olde Ford laid out looking like an AMT 3-in-1 kit!
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09-02-2011, 03:51 PM | #20 |
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I didn't notice a rear end in your pictures. If you need one, I have a complelte one with spring, hubs, all brake parts, etc.. It is a 1929. Also I am in the Portland area. If interested, PM me and we can see what we could work out.
Good luck with your project. Sounds like me 50 or 60 year ago.
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