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08-14-2011, 11:04 AM | #41 |
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Re: ~~DirtyDan's 1936 Ford Coupe Project - Build Pictures~~
Another big change was replacing the cheap aftermarket, ill fitting grille with an original chrome unit. I think it made a big difference and I could finally install the hood.
I also found some original 40 ford accessory trim rings at a swap meet that were in pretty rough shape, but they were super cheap so I bought them and after knocking out a few dings and hitting them with the polishing wheel they found a home on the coupe. I also lowered the back end down by building some spring perches that incorperated a lowering block. While I was at it I removed the last leaf in the pack and it rides much better. Last edited by DirtyDan; 08-14-2011 at 11:22 AM. |
08-14-2011, 11:05 AM | #42 |
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And since I was in a picture taking mood, I took a ride up to the gritty north side of St. Louis to get a few pics with the changes.
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08-14-2011, 11:14 AM | #43 |
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Love it hope my 38 will look like that some day.
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08-14-2011, 11:23 AM | #44 |
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How is that '35 Cabriolet coming along? I would have given a left body part to own that one in its stock form.
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08-14-2011, 11:40 AM | #45 |
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Ah, perfection, especially the new stance. (And the gaps around the new grille, unlike so
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08-14-2011, 11:54 AM | #46 |
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08-14-2011, 05:42 PM | #47 |
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Thanks for the complements!
Not much going on with the '35 right now. My dad is focusing on a 66 Nova that was my first car. Trying to get it ready to head to the paint shop and free up some room in the garage to tear the '35 apart. |
08-14-2011, 05:51 PM | #48 |
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I like the B?W photos.
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08-14-2011, 07:08 PM | #49 |
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Dan,
You have the formula. The 36 IMO is a work of art. I think you and your dad will do justice to the cabriolet. BTW I really like the sepia shot. |
08-14-2011, 08:14 PM | #50 |
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That's Bitchinnn!!!
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08-15-2011, 07:37 AM | #51 |
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Awesome Dan!
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08-15-2011, 08:57 AM | #52 |
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Great looking car - love the stance, color combo, drivetrain, everything about it - you've hit the "nail on the head" with this one! Super car!
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08-15-2011, 09:01 AM | #53 |
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Just bitchin.
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08-15-2011, 09:56 AM | #54 |
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The bar is set VERY high for those of us starting with rusty piles!
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08-15-2011, 10:00 AM | #55 |
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My old grille sure looks and fits good in your car
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Sheldon, Thank you, it did turn out great. I think it really sets the car off compared to how it used to look w/ the Argentina repop grille on there. I ended up removing all the silver paint from the grille bars to expose all of the chrome. |
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08-15-2011, 08:52 PM | #57 |
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Dan, You should send some pictures to Rod & Custom or Street Rodder magazine, Your car could be a feature article its so nice!!!
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08-15-2011, 09:25 PM | #58 |
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I usually like them stock but I just wanted to say you've done a beautifull job on your '36! Congrats!
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Thank you, I like them stock too. The changes I made could be easily reversed. It sure is nice being able to cruise 75 mph down the highway |
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08-16-2011, 06:17 AM | #60 |
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I hear ya, Dan- my roadster is ok at 50 to 55mph but more than that is pushing it! (I need another gear or 2).
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