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Inspiring build, thank you!
Could have a problem with your clutch/pressure plate hitting that 18 series case - what size is your clutch?
Looks great and great news! Might want to call Mac VanPelt and get some new springs for the detents, not much money and easy to switch out at...
You can use the 3" fork in the single detent tower, that will work fine with no other changes. You can't swap the shifter shafts around, they...
Does your new 81A tower shift correctly? If so, just pop the whole thing on and give it a try. The same shift levers work. You can put the 91A...
Yeah, you gotta use the correct 91A shift fork (3"). Even though you have ground it out to fit the later synchronizer sleeve, it is not...
Interesting. I bet this is a custom job that is often discussed and rarely completed - adapting an OD tail to a '39 style toploader...
Thanks Blake 27, those pictures are super!
Thank you Blake 27, that is a great lead! "Stay off my lawn!" manyolcars. Lol Do you really think a Model A frame is the answer when using...
I have a beautiful '26-27 touring body stashed away and access to nice fenders. I have the hood, grill windshield, even a decent stock interior....
Good work!
Sorry Malcolm, took me a little while to see this. Unfortunately no updates, this project has fizzled out for me. I do have some nice parts if...
Looks like a '32 Model B trans to me. Serial # would be on the upper flywheel housing, not the case.
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] Apparently the engine is a bad customer, I am not fluent in T stuff so I don't know. But I trust the guys who say it is... My...
[ATTACH] So here's my touring body, sort of a "pick-n-pull" scenario... Job today was to get it uncovered, will work on getting it off the frame...
[ATTACH] <<SOLD PENDING PAYMENT, THANKS>> Crusty pair of square spindles ('42-48), top left, they will clean up nice, $100 plus shipping. Bead...
[ATTACH] <<SOLD, THANKS>> From bottom to top, rear springs from a '39, '40, '41, and '32-34. $50 each or $150 for all 4. Pickup only. Thanks,...
[ATTACH] Wheels turned out nice.
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Finally armed with a plan, I can get to work. I had a decent Model A frame I had bought cheap, it was nice & square and not pitted but had a...
Over the last few years I have pursued or started a half dozen projects with nothing to show for it. Bought a Last Refuge RPU body and frame from...
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[ATTACH] Here is a nice set of square back spindles, from '42-48 Ford, they have a new kingpin set that has been honed to fit by a local machine...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] Here is a Tattersfield downdraft intake manifold for a Model A or B engine, this is a beautiful casting that bolts to the...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] I have a set of 4 steel wheels, brand new from Wheelsmith, 16" X 4.5", 5x5.5" bolt pattern, powder coated gloss black. Also...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] I have a set of split wishbones, these are '35-36 for 2" axles. They have wishbone ends from Cory Taulbert that are set up for...
[ATTACH] I have a Schroeder 17" Bell-style steering wheel for sale, used but in excellent condition, with a quick release hub for the old Ford...
[ATTACH] Looks good for now, may need revisions once I see how it looks in a frame - 32 rails, Shadow Rods Model A style crossmember, B engine &...
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