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01-07-2012, 09:25 PM | #41 |
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Re: How about a Speedster Picture Thread?
This is for Brubaker :
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01-07-2012, 10:57 PM | #42 |
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Re: How about a Speedster Picture Thread?
Who can REASONABLY build a speedster body, not a kit, not a boat tail. I called one guy and he said "Are you sure you want to put that kind of money IN A MODEL A".
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01-07-2012, 11:29 PM | #43 |
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Re: How about a Speedster Picture Thread?
Heres mine
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01-07-2012, 11:30 PM | #44 |
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When I got ready to license the yellow speedster in my avatar, I made copies of ads in the SOSS and pointed out that these "speedster" bodies were available from Ford dealers. The CHP inspector asked for copies of the ads and issued the license on the spot.
I would point out to those that think Model A's should be pure as the driven snow that aftermarket performance parts were available over the counter at Ford dealers for the last 100 years. I have a copy of the 1931 ad touting the availability of the Stromberg-Bendix downdraft manifold from selected Ford dealers. There are lots of facets to this hobby. Open your minds to other points of view regarding aftermarket equipment available from 1928 to 1931 at Ford dealerships |
01-08-2012, 06:29 AM | #45 | |
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Giving benefit of the doubt, I think it would be fun to restore a Model A that had original performance equipment installed when it left the dealership however does anyone actually have any original documentation (photo, letter, invoice, etc.) showing a new vehicle leaving the factory or the dealership with a Zephyr manifold w/ a Stromberg, a dual-point distributor, a Winfield or Riley 2P head, and exhaust headers? It is easy for some folks to get the definition of "restore", and "re-create" confused, isn't it?? . |
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01-08-2012, 08:20 AM | #46 | |
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01-08-2012, 08:57 AM | #47 |
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Pardon my ignorance and maybe this has been answered here before..........
Did Model A's ever get raced and if so, in speedster form? Does anyone have vintage pictures of them? I have never seen a vintage pic of a Model A in speedster form at any race. |
01-08-2012, 09:07 AM | #48 |
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Update on the "Miss E". She has some new sheet metal, new paint, new additions/upgrades to engine - that part is secret , and a better attitude. ken
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01-08-2012, 09:13 AM | #49 |
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Update on the "Miss E" . She has some new sheetmetal, new paint, and upgrade on engine. Also go a better attitude. Ken
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01-08-2012, 09:28 AM | #50 | |
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This is one link that I had saved in my favorites as it has photos of early Speedsters of all types racing at a local track in Kansas. http://winfield.50megs.com/BoStearns.htm This is one of my favorites from the site |
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01-08-2012, 09:50 AM | #51 | |
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THAT picture of Hughes' car is actually what was called a 'Big Car' during this period. It was never really referred to, --or called a speedster back then. Chris Egsgaard's similar car & hauler, both Model T based recently sold for what was speculated over $100k for the pair. The reason was they were actual race vehicles and not something that was re-created with 21st century mindset. |
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01-08-2012, 10:00 AM | #52 |
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Thanks.
I like the carrier for that race car! Anyone else have vintage Model A speedster pics. I'm curious as to the beginnings of the "A" speedsters. Did somebody just design this platform up for sales purposes? Anyone know the reason or original beginnings? I have never heard the story behind them. Seems to me....by the early 30's there were a lot more bigger, powerful race engines out there than the A banger and it would be a tough arena for it to compete in. |
01-08-2012, 11:34 AM | #53 |
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The Trojan dual updraft manifold was introduced in 1930 or 31. This manifold is listed in the book Those wonderful unauthorized parts for the model A Ford. I don't know if this part could have been bought and installed at the Ford dealer or not, but it is quiet possible. This manifold is made of cast iron and is not reproduced. I believe it is kind of rare, I have seen them in pictures, but in over fifty years playing with model A's, this is the only one that I have ever seen in person. It was quiet a thrill when I was able to buy this part and install it on my roadster.
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01-08-2012, 12:06 PM | #54 | |
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I'll bet money that 50 years from now, A guy displaying a 2011 Mustang with genuine Ford SVO parts on the engine will get bonus points! |
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01-08-2012, 12:13 PM | #55 |
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How about a "Speedster FORUM" far and away from this site which is dedicated to the restoration of stock original Model A Fords......Amen.
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01-08-2012, 12:24 PM | #56 |
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From Model A Day 2009, Sharon, Wisconsin
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01-08-2012, 12:25 PM | #57 |
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Mike, I would embrace that, ...and would participate in that area. I own speedsters and have raced Model A's in several different venues. Therefore I like them alot and would promote it too, ...but I also think we should all follow the current forum rules. Maybe you or someone could petition Ryan with what your vision for that area would/could be??
Denis, I was thinking the Model B was a 1932 ...NOT a 1935. Why would the Ford dealer be selling a Cragar unit in 1935 or 1936? |
01-08-2012, 12:29 PM | #58 |
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Most home built speedsters look like modified tractors. They really look awful....this one pictured is an exception and a fine example of a nice looking era speedster and happens to be owned by a friend of mine.
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All those in favor of Mikeinng taking charge of developing a "Speedster FORUM" far and away from this site, say "Aye". |
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01-08-2012, 02:05 PM | #60 |
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