The Ford Barn

47Merc · 06-02-2017, 07:35 PM

"With this frame modification, can you remove the transmission without removing the engine?"

No. The engine would have to come forward.
The trans mount support is bolted in but the original bottom of the X member is still in place. It could be cut out and replaced with a bolt in plate if there ever was a need to do it.

GB SISSON · 06-03-2017, 10:24 AM

I wish you all the best with your project. As many have stated over the years, it will try your patience and your skills. Many have also said 'never again'. I'm taking a bit of a break from mine, but back at it real soon.

woodiewagon46 · 06-03-2017, 02:39 PM

Mercman, I like that modification, because after looking at it closely, you can use the stock brake pedal mount. When it comes time to redo my car I might copy your idea.

mercwoody · 06-17-2017, 07:30 PM

Dustless blasted frame .time to dig into suspension

mercman from oz · 06-17-2017, 09:44 PM

This is really starting from scratch. We look forward to progress shots.

mercwoody · 06-18-2017, 06:04 PM

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instructions say drill out rivet heads and punch out with hammer ..
not going to happen had to use blow torch

woodiewagon46 · 06-19-2017, 06:20 PM

I found it fairly easy to punch out rivets by grinding the head flat and drill a 1/4" hole in the center about 3/4 the way through. Put a 1/4"punch in the hole and hammer away.

mercwoody · 06-20-2017, 02:48 PM

front is done for now . next is rear leaf springs

woodiewagon46 · 06-20-2017, 03:49 PM

merc, I have the front and rear Chassis Engineering spring mounts, no springs. If you can use them just pay for the shipping and you can have them.

Fredb_ · 06-20-2017, 04:43 PM

Good progress, thanks for sharing.

mercwoody · 06-21-2017, 03:36 PM

posies adjustable leaf spring conversion

Bill · 06-21-2017, 07:30 PM

Looking at your bare blasted frame just gave me a thought! Can U locate the serial # of the car somewhere near the mid-point top of frame rail drivers side and again somewhere near the rear crossmember which goes over the rear diff, again top of frame rail drivers side. Other than the serial# near the front crossmember I have never seen the serial # in the other locations. Also check your Private Messages.. Thanks Bill

mercwoody · 06-22-2017, 04:40 PM

Bill i noticed s/n on frame right where i welded top hat of front suspension.
will look for more

Bill · 06-23-2017, 05:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mercwoody

Bill i noticed s/n on frame right where i welded top hat of front suspension.
will look for more

Keep in mind that if you have covered over the serial number with the new suspension piece if and when it comes time to sell, it could pose a serious problem. If you can locate the serial # near the rear crossmember you might consider putting an inspection plate above it to verify the number. Just sayin'.. Bill

NewOldWood · 06-26-2017, 05:37 PM

Ft Myers Florida? Have you seen this car running around town?

47Merc · 06-26-2017, 07:28 PM

My Mercury frame has the number also stamped on the top of the drivers side rail right about where those two spanners on the floor are pointing in picture 2 of post 31.

It is a very faint stamping and hard to see but it is there.

mercwoody · 06-29-2017, 02:16 PM

stuffed the 700r4 in today was surprised how little cutting

mercwoody · 07-14-2017, 04:36 PM

still working on project .
waiting on parts was only hold up .rear end came yesterday so i can get all drive line angles worked out then i can make the motor and tranny mounts

mercwoody · 08-28-2017, 03:38 PM

boxing frame now .

GB SISSON · 08-28-2017, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mercwoody

boxing frame now .

If I live long enough I would love to be able to weld like that. I can weld, but not that pretty. Great start on your project btw.

06-02-2017, 07:35 PM	#21
47Merc Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Australia Posts: 362	Re: 1948 Mercury woody wagon restoraion "With this frame modification, can you remove the transmission without removing the engine?" No. The engine would have to come forward. The trans mount support is bolted in but the original bottom of the X member is still in place. It could be cut out and replaced with a bolt in plate if there ever was a need to do it.

06-03-2017, 10:24 AM	#22
GB SISSON Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Orcas Island Washington Posts: 4,935	Re: 1948 Mercury woody wagon restoraion I wish you all the best with your project. As many have stated over the years, it will try your patience and your skills. Many have also said 'never again'. I'm taking a bit of a break from mine, but back at it real soon. __________________ Owner/Operator of 'Jailbar Ranch' on the side of Mt. Pickett. Current stable consists of 1946 1/2 ton pickup turned woodie wagon with FH V8, 1947 Tonner Pickup (red) mostly stock with exception of a cummins 6at turbo diesel, 1946 Tonner Pickup (green) with 226 cu in 6 cyl flathead, 1979 Toyota landcruiser wagon, completely encased in 1947 Ford Jailbar sheet metal. Ok, cornbinder rear fenders..... 'Rusty ol' floorboards, hot on their feet' (Alan Jackson)

06-03-2017, 02:39 PM	#23
woodiewagon46 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Long Island,NY Posts: 1,555	Re: 1948 Mercury woody wagon restoraion Mercman, I like that modification, because after looking at it closely, you can use the stock brake pedal mount. When it comes time to redo my car I might copy your idea.

06-17-2017, 09:44 PM	#25
mercman from oz Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 10,372	Re: 1948 Mercury woody wagon restoraion This is really starting from scratch. We look forward to progress shots.

06-19-2017, 06:20 PM	#27
woodiewagon46 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Long Island,NY Posts: 1,555	Re: 1948 Mercury woody wagon restoraion I found it fairly easy to punch out rivets by grinding the head flat and drill a 1/4" hole in the center about 3/4 the way through. Put a 1/4"punch in the hole and hammer away.

06-20-2017, 03:49 PM	#29
woodiewagon46 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Long Island,NY Posts: 1,555	Re: 1948 Mercury woody wagon restoraion merc, I have the front and rear Chassis Engineering spring mounts, no springs. If you can use them just pay for the shipping and you can have them.

06-20-2017, 04:43 PM	#30
Fredb_ Senior Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Coos Bay, OR Posts: 640	Re: 1948 Mercury woody wagon restoraion Good progress, thanks for sharing.

06-21-2017, 07:30 PM	#32
Bill Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 469	Re: 1948 Mercury woody wagon restoraion Looking at your bare blasted frame just gave me a thought! Can U locate the serial # of the car somewhere near the mid-point top of frame rail drivers side and again somewhere near the rear crossmember which goes over the rear diff, again top of frame rail drivers side. Other than the serial# near the front crossmember I have never seen the serial # in the other locations. Also check your Private Messages.. Thanks Bill

06-22-2017, 04:40 PM	#33
mercwoody Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: fort myers Posts: 52	Re: 1948 Mercury woody wagon restoraion Bill i noticed s/n on frame right where i welded top hat of front suspension. will look for more

06-26-2017, 07:28 PM	#36
47Merc Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Australia Posts: 362	Re: 1948 Mercury woody wagon restoraion My Mercury frame has the number also stamped on the top of the drivers side rail right about where those two spanners on the floor are pointing in picture 2 of post 31. It is a very faint stamping and hard to see but it is there.