The Ford Barn

petehoovie · 09-06-2023, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by CHuDWah

Link doesn't work for me - could it be this place:

122 Auto Restoration
122 S 8th Ave
Wauchula FL 33873
www.autorestorationdepot.com

Different name and street address but I doubt a town of ~5000 has more than one such company.

Auto Restoration Depot, is now known as 122 Auto Restoration
Visitation by appointment please
Doug Towell- Owner and Chief Meat Head

rich b · 09-06-2023, 02:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CHuDWah

Link doesn't work for me - could it be this place:

122 Auto Restoration
122 S 8th Ave
Wauchula FL 33873
www.autorestorationdepot.com

Different name and street address but I doubt a town of ~5000 has more than one such company.

I was looking to see what part of FL this was; web sight doesn't work; but the street address does.

Angledrive · 09-06-2023, 03:59 PM

Rich, Wachula is about 20 miles north of Sebring International Race complex home of the 12 Hours of Sebring Race. There are two dipping facilities in Wachula. I have used both, but with the sale of the 122 AutoRestoration I moved to the other one. he worked for 122 and was going to purchase the business but it didn't work out so he started his own.

I have never had any issues with the chemicals they use leaching from folded joints. Of course I seal every joint so that may be why. I think it is also the proccess and the chemicals he uses which consists of two tanks.

PeteVS · 09-07-2023, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by whizzernick

DP 90 or DP 40 not sold in california. who can get it ?????

Then why are you still there???

41Fordor · 09-07-2023, 03:52 PM

Wow, that looks great!

Ford1942Deluxe · 09-08-2023, 10:15 AM

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Here's some pictures of the 42 before it went to the dip tank.

petehoovie · 09-08-2023, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Ford1942Deluxe

Here's some pictures of the 42 before it went to the dip tank.

Ford1942Deluxe · 09-08-2023, 11:46 AM

Some history... promise future posts will be more pictures than words...

1942 Ford DeLuxe Coupe’s journey. This vintage gem, a 1942 Ford coupe was generously bestowed to me by my father a decade ago. Detail begins in the bustling streets of Albuquerque, NM, during the early 1960s when my father was captivated by its allure, welcomed the car into his life.
For a time, the Ford coupe was his cherished companion and navigating the roads with style and grace. However, fate took a turn and it found itself nestled on his farm in the charming town of Soperton, Georgia, where it lay in slumber beneath a rustic hay barn for 1/4 of a century.
The Coupe 's next chapter unfolded in the coastal city of Jacksonville, FL, right at our family's home. For two decades, it found refuge under the protective shelter of a carport.
Fast forward to 2018, a year that marked a significant shift in the 42’s life journey. With careful consideration and a touch of destiny, I made the decision to relocate the Ford to the picturesque city of Lakeland, FL, placing it in storage at Tom Roche’s hobby shop. Tom Roche, known as Angledrive on this forum is overseeing this restoration project. With a lifelong passion for restoring antique vehicles, Tom's meticulous approach and extensive knowledge make him an expert, particularly in early Ford motor cars.
The restoration is a labor of love, a collaboration effort between Tom and myself. Tom, the mastermind behind the project, brings his expertise and finesse to the table. Handling the intricate details on Saturdays, I join in providing the sheer muscle power required for the labor-intensive aspects of the restoration. Together we form a dynamic duo, each contributing our unique skills to bring this vintage 42 coupe back to life. It's a journey that will take time, but the results will be worth every ounce of effort.

Ford1942Deluxe · 09-08-2023, 03:37 PM

Removing engine and transmission.

Ford1942Deluxe · 09-08-2023, 03:54 PM

Removing gas tank, rear end, etc...

Ford1942Deluxe · 11-08-2023, 04:18 PM

Body parts that went to the dip tank.

petehoovie · 11-08-2023, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Ford1942Deluxe

Body parts that went to the dip tank.

sugarmaker · 11-08-2023, 05:38 PM

One heck of a project! Good work. I can relate just a little, helping John on his 42.
Regards,
Chris and Cheryl

Ford1942Deluxe · 11-09-2023, 05:10 PM

Making some progress.

Model51 · 11-10-2023, 09:48 PM

Do you know what chemical(s) are used in this stripping process? I assume there is one process for removing paint and another for rust conversion.

Ford1942Deluxe · 12-19-2023, 10:15 AM

Banjo rebuild

Ford1942Deluxe · 12-19-2023, 10:21 AM

Banjo rebuild

Ford1942Deluxe · 12-19-2023, 11:20 AM

additional pictures

sugarmaker · 12-19-2023, 01:53 PM

Ford1942Deluxe,
Wow! Very nice work and documentation on your 42 build! Just awesomeness! Thanks for sharing your work.
Regards,
Chris and Cheryl

1942deluxe · 12-19-2023, 02:53 PM

Really enjoying watching your progress! Yours is a 42 Deluxe Sedan coupe (rear seat)? I would've liked to blown mine apart and done a total restoration like you are doing but I didn't have the room or honestly the skill level. My 42 was at Chris's (sugarmaker) so long that he may have listed me as a dependent on his income tax. I also have 4 other antique cars and 3 antique tractors that keep me busy along with a wife that balances the checkbook every couple of days. When you replaced the rear spring did you use a spring spreader or a port a power. If would be great if you could describe the procedure as I need to replace my 48's rear spring.

09-06-2023, 03:59 PM	#23
Angledrive Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lakeland Florida Posts: 303	Re: Going for a dip 1942 Ford Coupe Rich, Wachula is about 20 miles north of Sebring International Race complex home of the 12 Hours of Sebring Race. There are two dipping facilities in Wachula. I have used both, but with the sale of the 122 AutoRestoration I moved to the other one. he worked for 122 and was going to purchase the business but it didn't work out so he started his own. I have never had any issues with the chemicals they use leaching from folded joints. Of course I seal every joint so that may be why. I think it is also the proccess and the chemicals he uses which consists of two tanks.

09-07-2023, 03:52 PM	#25
41Fordor Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Cheyenne WY Posts: 187	Re: Going for a dip 1942 Ford Coupe Wow, that looks great!

09-08-2023, 11:46 AM	#28
Ford1942Deluxe Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Tampa Florida Posts: 28	Re: Going for a dip 1942 Ford Coupe Some history... promise future posts will be more pictures than words... 1942 Ford DeLuxe Coupe’s journey. This vintage gem, a 1942 Ford coupe was generously bestowed to me by my father a decade ago. Detail begins in the bustling streets of Albuquerque, NM, during the early 1960s when my father was captivated by its allure, welcomed the car into his life. For a time, the Ford coupe was his cherished companion and navigating the roads with style and grace. However, fate took a turn and it found itself nestled on his farm in the charming town of Soperton, Georgia, where it lay in slumber beneath a rustic hay barn for 1/4 of a century. The Coupe 's next chapter unfolded in the coastal city of Jacksonville, FL, right at our family's home. For two decades, it found refuge under the protective shelter of a carport. Fast forward to 2018, a year that marked a significant shift in the 42’s life journey. With careful consideration and a touch of destiny, I made the decision to relocate the Ford to the picturesque city of Lakeland, FL, placing it in storage at Tom Roche’s hobby shop. Tom Roche, known as Angledrive on this forum is overseeing this restoration project. With a lifelong passion for restoring antique vehicles, Tom's meticulous approach and extensive knowledge make him an expert, particularly in early Ford motor cars. The restoration is a labor of love, a collaboration effort between Tom and myself. Tom, the mastermind behind the project, brings his expertise and finesse to the table. Handling the intricate details on Saturdays, I join in providing the sheer muscle power required for the labor-intensive aspects of the restoration. Together we form a dynamic duo, each contributing our unique skills to bring this vintage 42 coupe back to life. It's a journey that will take time, but the results will be worth every ounce of effort. Last edited by Ford1942Deluxe; 09-08-2023 at 03:24 PM.

11-08-2023, 05:38 PM	#33
sugarmaker Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Albion PA Posts: 1,677	Re: Going for a dip 1942 Ford Coupe One heck of a project! Good work. I can relate just a little, helping John on his 42. Regards, Chris and Cheryl __________________ 1932 AAB Truck 1953 Ford Jubilee 2015 Ford F250 SuperCrew Lots of Allis tractors Some Cub Cadets

11-10-2023, 09:48 PM	#35
Model51 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Fairfax Station, VA Posts: 529	Re: Going for a dip 1942 Ford Coupe Do you know what chemical(s) are used in this stripping process? I assume there is one process for removing paint and another for rust conversion. __________________ 1935 157" 1 1/2 ton stake truck undergoing full original restoration 1936 131 1/2" panel truck rescue preservation Author of the 1935-1936 Ford Model 51 V8 Truck book published by the Early Ford V8 Club of America

12-19-2023, 01:53 PM	#39
sugarmaker Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Albion PA Posts: 1,677	Re: Going for a dip 1942 Ford Coupe Ford1942Deluxe, Wow! Very nice work and documentation on your 42 build! Just awesomeness! Thanks for sharing your work. Regards, Chris and Cheryl __________________ 1932 AAB Truck 1953 Ford Jubilee 2015 Ford F250 SuperCrew Lots of Allis tractors Some Cub Cadets

12-19-2023, 02:53 PM	#40
1942deluxe Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Albion, PA Posts: 714	Re: Going for a dip 1942 Ford Coupe Really enjoying watching your progress! Yours is a 42 Deluxe Sedan coupe (rear seat)? I would've liked to blown mine apart and done a total restoration like you are doing but I didn't have the room or honestly the skill level. My 42 was at Chris's (sugarmaker) so long that he may have listed me as a dependent on his income tax. I also have 4 other antique cars and 3 antique tractors that keep me busy along with a wife that balances the checkbook every couple of days. When you replaced the rear spring did you use a spring spreader or a port a power. If would be great if you could describe the procedure as I need to replace my 48's rear spring.