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Jay Ess · 01-08-2012, 02:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mikeinnj

How about a "Speedster FORUM" far and away from this site which is dedicated to the restoration of stock original Model A Fords......Amen.

Let's not cut off our nose to spite our face. I am a long time Atomic Industries fan and supporter. While I am a recent member of The Barn, I am one of the original members of The Garage Journal (pre-Ryan) and an Alliance member since joining in 2007. I was a lurker on the HAMB for many years before joining.

Rule 1. Don't piss off Ryan by flagrantly breaking the rules of each forum.

That does not mean that Ryan and the moderators do not allow some leeway on the sites, but if you have been warned to stop, then stop.

Ryan has also been very open to suggestions regarding social groups, etc.. We don't quite fit at the HAMB as our cars are not really traditional rods or customs, and we are not really 100% welcome at The Barn as it has always been a site for for the care and restoration of stock autos (especially the A and T sections).

Maybe if we ask nicely, there may be an area somewhere in Ryan's sandbox that we will be allowed to play and discuss Speedsters. If you wish, I will take the point on this. js

Jay Ess · 01-08-2012, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian LI

"Beauty is in the eye of the beholder"

How about we at least agree that we ALL love Model A's regardless of their condition.

Well said Brian. I have seen that Speedster at Lead East and IMHO it does not look like any tractor I have ever seen, and it was driven to the event.

HoarseWhisperer · 01-08-2012, 04:11 PM

While traveling through Virginia (or was it North Carolina?), we passed this one, only to meet again at the MARC Membership Meet in St Augustine.

Mike V. Florida · 01-08-2012, 06:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mikeinnj

How about a "Speedster FORUM" far and away from this site which is dedicated to the restoration of stock original Model A Fords......Amen.

I too would visit such a forum as I also visit all the other forums on Fordbarn and visit HAMB as well.

spdway1 · 01-08-2012, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mikeinnj

How about a "Speedster FORUM" far and away from this site which is dedicated to the restoration of stock original Model A Fords......Amen.

What is the definition of stock original Model A Fords?

spdway1 · 01-08-2012, 08:21 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Mikeinnj

Most home built speedsters look like modified tractors. They really look awful....

Calling someone's car awful

...Bad Idea, not nice!

If your not interested in a certain topic in the forum skip over it, don't read it. Thats an easy fix to your problem.

spdway1 · 01-08-2012, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spdway1

What is the definition of stock original Model A Fords?

An aftermarket temp gauge radiator cap?

BRENT in 10-uh-C · 01-10-2012, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by spdway1

What is the definition of stock original Model A Fords?

Whose term is "stock original"? The definition of 'stock' in your sentence would likely be the adjective version meaning "ordinary". The definition of "original" would come for its root word which means "the point in which something begins". For something to be ordinary, it must mean it is "common" or of many, ...which the term original has the connotation that it is the first one by which others will copy. Maybe "Restored" was the word you were seeking a definition of...?

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spdway1 · 01-10-2012, 10:02 PM

Brett,
If you go to post #65, It was a direct quote from MikeInNJ.
Don Jr

BRENT in 10-uh-C · 01-10-2012, 10:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fordgarage

Professor Terry,
Will the next test be open-book?
Thanks

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Huckster Dave · 01-11-2012, 12:25 AM

So Doodle bugs, Hucksters, Picoupes, Snow buggies, and Tractor conversions should not be mentioned here?

modeleh · 01-11-2012, 12:41 AM

This thread reminds me of the old fordbarn.

dumb person · 01-11-2012, 02:33 AM

j/k

Brad in Germany · 01-19-2012, 09:02 PM

Here is an original era photo of a Speedster in Sweden:

Fordially,
Brad in Germany now in Maryland

Jay Ess · 02-24-2013, 07:15 PM

bump!

Tinbasher · 02-24-2013, 08:13 PM

I've got to get my Sports Coupe finished so I can build a Speedster. Just looks like fun. the Old TInbasher

Pete · 02-24-2013, 08:25 PM

Model A frame, body and engine.

http://s183.beta.photobucket.com/use...04358.mp4.html

Purdy Swoft · 02-24-2013, 11:14 PM

Here is a different view of my speedster.

Purdy Swoft · 02-24-2013, 11:19 PM

Here is the engine. it runs a 5.9 head, Winfield cam, cast iron uniflo dual updraft manifold with dual B carbs, Mallory dual point distributor and other mods.

RockHillWill · 02-25-2013, 08:14 AM

I really like this post. There are a lot of beautiful cars and some great ideas.

My project is progressing, but slower than anticipated, but here are some pics of what has been done to date.

Body2.jpg

3wc91 013.jpg

3wc91 011.jpg

3wc82 012.jpg

3wc42 032.jpg

3wc75 007.jpg

3wc40 009.jpg

01-10-2012, 10:02 PM	#69
spdway1 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Chicopee, MA Posts: 1,402	Re: How about a Speedster Picture Thread? Brett, If you go to post #65, It was a direct quote from MikeInNJ. Don Jr

01-11-2012, 12:25 AM	#71
Huckster Dave Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ronan, Montana Posts: 158	Re: How about a Speedster Picture Thread? So Doodle bugs, Hucksters, Picoupes, Snow buggies, and Tractor conversions should not be mentioned here?

01-11-2012, 12:41 AM	#72
modeleh Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Nanaimo BC Posts: 242	Re: How about a Speedster Picture Thread? This thread reminds me of the old fordbarn.

01-11-2012, 02:33 AM	#73
dumb person Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: South pacific island Posts: 1,724	Re: How about a Speedster Picture Thread? j/k Last edited by dumb person; 01-11-2012 at 02:34 AM. Reason: pointing this out as a joke because some people are far too serious

01-19-2012, 09:02 PM	#74
Brad in Germany Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Potomac, Maryland Posts: 911	Original era Speedster photo Here is an original era photo of a Speedster in Sweden: Fordially, Brad in Germany now in Maryland

02-24-2013, 07:15 PM	#75
Jay Ess Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: L.I. N.Y. Posts: 83	Re: How about a Speedster Picture Thread? bump! __________________ *Old School Aficionado...* H.A.M.B. Alliance Member

02-24-2013, 08:13 PM	#76
Tinbasher Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Innisfil, Ontario Canada Posts: 1,174	Re: How about a Speedster Picture Thread? I've got to get my Sports Coupe finished so I can build a Speedster. Just looks like fun. the Old TInbasher

02-24-2013, 11:14 PM	#78
Purdy Swoft Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Alabama Posts: 8,099	Re: How about a Speedster Picture Thread? Here is a different view of my speedster.

02-24-2013, 11:19 PM	#79
Purdy Swoft Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Alabama Posts: 8,099	Re: How about a Speedster Picture Thread? Here is the engine. it runs a 5.9 head, Winfield cam, cast iron uniflo dual updraft manifold with dual B carbs, Mallory dual point distributor and other mods.

02-25-2013, 08:14 AM	#80
RockHillWill Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Rock Hill, S.C. Posts: 985	Re: How about a Speedster Picture Thread? I really like this post. There are a lot of beautiful cars and some great ideas. My project is progressing, but slower than anticipated, but here are some pics of what has been done to date. Body2.jpg 3wc91 013.jpg 3wc91 011.jpg 3wc82 012.jpg 3wc42 032.jpg 3wc75 007.jpg 3wc40 009.jpg __________________ Uncle Bud says "too soon old, too late smart!"