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Old 01-09-2018, 11:59 AM   #1
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Hello from Texas everyone!

I have been working/building/driving all types of cars for many years, but this is my first Model A.
It is a steep learning curve, but I decided to build a truck from the ground up.

Here is what I am starting with.....Guess I need to start a "Build Thread?"

The Ford Barn came highly recommended as a build resource, and I see why! Tons of great stuff on here.

Cheers,
Walter
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Old 01-09-2018, 12:03 PM   #2
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Welcome to the Barn! Great information here from all around the globe.
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Old 01-09-2018, 12:17 PM   #3
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Welcome to the Barn Walter ! That looks a nice solid cab you have there,
a good start for your truck.
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Old 01-09-2018, 01:15 PM   #4
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Figure you'll be driving it in about a month...HA,HA...Great Start, keep us posted of the progress. Get a small notebook and write everything down as you do it, take lot's of pictures for before and after. There will be times that you feel like your going nowhere. That's when you look back at your notes and photos and realize how far you have come.
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Welcome Walter,

Looks like a great place to start, ... Might want to turn the cab around though.

Is that a bullet hole in her side?

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Welcome, you have to be an ok guy. How many people let their little fat dog drive their truck?
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Old 01-09-2018, 01:40 PM   #7
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Welcome Walter,

Looks like a great place to start, ... Might want to turn the cab around though.

Is that a bullet hole in her side?

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Yes, there are several Bullet holes. One went in from the back, then into the gas tank right beside the steering column, and finally dented the tank above the cowl. The bullet must still be in the tank. That's a tough way to get "leaded" gas!
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Old 01-09-2018, 01:44 PM   #8
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Welcome, you have to be an ok guy. How many people let their little fat dog drive their truck?
He prefers "Barrel Chested!"
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He prefers "Barrel Chested!"
I thought he was a new breed. "Husky short hair" lol
Sorry couldn't resist...we love dogs on this site. Jeff
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Welcome, you have to be an ok guy. How many people let their little fat dog drive their truck?
It can be risky with the short legs and all.


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It never occurred to me before... That would make a cool looking COE .



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Be aware that the pickup cabs are NOT very roomy. I am 6'4" and I don't fit in a pickup cab. If you are tall you might want to consider lengthening the cab a couple three inches or trade it for a roomier body style.
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He prefers "Barrel Chested!"
Atleast it's a "he". I'm surrounded by my wife, daughter, female cat and three female dogs. I'm starting to wonder if I will look fat in a model a, or if I have shoes to match its color. He ???!!!! Lucky you!
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Welcome Walter & Mr. Barrel Chested. Barney my pup loves to ride in a Model A. Whoofs at the Ahooga horn...
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Welcome Walter & Mr. Barrel Chested. Barney my pup loves to ride in a Model A. Whoofs at the Ahooga horn...
Welcome Walter looks like you found a home

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Welcome to the best Model "A" information site. It sure sounds like you picked a great Model A to restore. May I suggest you join your local Model A Club which will provide also Model A Information and great fellowship. Enjoy the Model "A" adventure!
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Hello from Texas everyone!

I have been working/building/driving all types of cars for many years, but this is my first Model A.
It is a steep learning curve, but I decided to build a truck from the ground up.

Here is what I am starting with.....Guess I need to start a "Build Thread?"

The Ford Barn came highly recommended as a build resource, and I see why! Tons of great stuff on here.

Cheers,
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Looks like fun and nice challenging start ! Welcome
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Welcome to the best Model "A" information site. It sure sounds like you picked a great Model A to restore. May I suggest you join your local Model A Club which will provide also Model A Information and great fellowship. Enjoy the Model "A" adventure!
Indeed. Joining the Capitol City A's was the first thing I started with....and they are a great bunch of folks. Once someone found out I had never driven a Model A, they remedied that situation within minutes! Thanks Paul!
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