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Synders, Mikes Afordable, Brattons, etc for steel ones. If ya want bronze, then goes to A-springs.com and order a set.
There's a lot of tin there to build a decent car. And as said, probably enough leftover to generate a few bucks towards what you'll need towards...
I'll play...Adams
Small pattern is 28 thru 36. Thats a cross steer spindle which started in 35. So measure the snout or look for the numbers.
Steve, you can't use the oem studs with the new slip on drums. I bought my drums from Eric. Eric pointed me to CG Ford Parts for the new studs...
check the stampings; 48 mark is 1935; 68 mark is 1936 Yes, the 35 is longer. 1936 measures 5 and 3/4"; 1935 measures 6".
For singles, stock or dropped, he may want to try http://a-springs.com/products.html. I got my main rear spring from Travis, using the rest of a...
Been there, done that. Stuff that didnt matter to me as much I sold. Auto related things that I aquired before I married, like my winfiled carbs,...
Stock 32 (32-34) hangers are shorter. Ever see a 32 spring? It curves back away from the axle. They do make a narrow straight spring for 32-34...
You can set your perch hangers c/c for 20 -27 T at 48". All Model A's are like Chopped said. Aside from width, you may have suspension issues if...
No. If there is rust under the paint, then that area of paint will lift off the metal.
I'm a big fan of vinegar for rust removal. Does seem to work better in a warmer envirorment, and being just vinegar, there are no health issues to...
Make sure it's seating properly all the way down the drip side rails before you alter anything.
I think 2 guys on here have gone with a 7 pack roadster spring, the top 3, cut down and moved to the bottom. Both were on Model A roadsters. Both...
Paul, that looks like John Blacks build. He has a link on the NW Speedster site, I followed his progress as he posted. For those interested, his...
thanks guys...I thought there was a variance in size I could get away with. I have the Bendix cross ref #'s. I could match the clutch side 1" to...
I'm gathering my parts for my swing pedals. I'm buying a the 61-2 chevy dual master for brake and hydraulic clutch #: UP 34404 with a bore of 1...
52 here. My Dad got me going when he bought a 29 tudor sedan from a retiring neighbor. That was 1967 and I was 12. First car I learned to drive....
I've heard about the piston ring trick many times. You can buy the spacers for the front from Speedway for about $20. You can also fab your own...
so very sorry...You and your Family are in my prayers.
I have KD890's which should be the same size, but measure first. Mine are 5 3/4 sealed beam. Measure from the outside of the bulb. Common size for...
Not saying you can't make it work, but the easier solution would be to call some place like Rootlieb and see if they can't hook you up with a...
Centerline for stock 32 wishbones ball to perch is 47.5. I think as long as you retain caster you should be okay. Also, they would be spread...
Don't think anyone makes the inner door bottom patches for roadster doors. They do make them for the full size doors on other models.
You're not putting this on your wife, are ya? When people start seeing and commenting on how cool your 35 is, I hope she gets some credit.
L.A. - You might enjoy this free online brochure; http://www.pledge.co.uk/pledge_and_aldworth/ref/refconts.htm Also, visit Eamonn Keogh's site;...
Speedway sells the shock mount with the key slot but doesnt sell the perch for it. Places like the Deuce Factory sell the combo perch/shock mount...
Wow, what a great legacy. I think it's so cool you can still share this between you and your Dad. the detail pics you've taken are great. I like...
Don't be judging by "dimples", it will screw you up. The only thing you need to see is the hub style, and if its just a drum by itself, look for...
not a big deal like Eric (Vaphead) said. Anyway, use the hubs and buy the new USA made drums from Eric. I did. The old stock ones were pretty thin...
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