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Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by bloodyjack, May 17, 2010.

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  1. bottom half and cut off posts

    52 vote(s)
    65.0%
  2. 4 inch chopped Speedway frame and posts

    13 vote(s)
    16.3%
  3. Speedway Duvall type brass V

    15 vote(s)
    18.8%
  1. tikidiablo
    Joined: Nov 10, 2004
    Posts: 853

    tikidiablo
    Member
    from so cal

    I 'm running a lower half stock windshield leaned back. I also plan on sitting as low as comfortably possible in the car.

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  2. You used the word rubbish. Awesome. You must be from the UK. Also awesome. Just my opinion, but as a whole you guys have great taste.
    Judging by the rest of the build, I'm sure you'll pick what's right aesthetically for the car.
     
  3. TomWar
    Joined: Jun 11, 2006
    Posts: 727

    TomWar
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    Heres mine
     

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  4. I really like that one too.
     
  5. ZomBrian
    Joined: Jan 24, 2008
    Posts: 1,143

    ZomBrian
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    from in IN

    I'll add this...IMO the size of the T cowl (width) limits the sex appeal and elegance of a Duvall or Hallock. I think the width of the A and later bodies make them the "perfect" candidates. I've seen Duvalls/Hallocks executed nicely on a T but they were saved before my computer took its big crash.:(

    Just me, but I think the T needs the beefyness of the stock stanchions to accentuate the width. If you go with a Duvall/Hallock, I would suggest to keep the size of the center piece as "muted" as possible.
     
  6. Paul
    Joined: Aug 29, 2002
    Posts: 16,389

    Paul
    Editor

    I thought this one was very well done,
    modified stock stanchions and more..

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  7. ZomBrian
    Joined: Jan 24, 2008
    Posts: 1,143

    ZomBrian
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    from in IN

    See, Paul knows whats up!:cool:
     
  8. RichG
    Joined: Dec 8, 2008
    Posts: 3,919

    RichG
    Member

    Sorry to go off topic, but that track-t is gorgeous!
     
  9. bloodyjack
    Joined: Aug 29, 2007
    Posts: 649

    bloodyjack
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    Here is my decision I am going to run a chopped down original (well the frame I made last night) the reason being cost and looks.
    I have resigned myself to the fact that I am going to be above the windshield to get the cool look so I am leaving the windshield off altogether for now, if I have to wear goggles anyway I might as well concentrate on all the things to get it going so I can attend a couple of important events this summer.

    The main focus right now is getting the tub ready for paint and now I don't have to fill the cowl door!
     
  10. MrModelT
    Joined: Nov 11, 2008
    Posts: 2,745

    MrModelT
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    I agree...always been a sucker for the cut down stock '26-27 windshield myself :D

    I think that is obvious...
     

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  11. bloodyjack
    Joined: Aug 29, 2007
    Posts: 649

    bloodyjack
    Member

    WOW you even have a hood with a cut down shield there is hope for my little T in the wet North West
     
  12. rodncustom
    Joined: Sep 24, 2007
    Posts: 1,313

    rodncustom
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    Paul

    Who's car is that? I've seen it in several postings and pictures but never seen it in person.

    Mark
     
  13. MrModelT
    Joined: Nov 11, 2008
    Posts: 2,745

    MrModelT
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    Your T has quite a bit of hope, nice work!

    My post were already cut down approx. 12 to 14 inches when I got the body. I was originally looking for another set until I mocked it up....looked way to "mean" and had a great profile! My hood is actually a '28-29 Model A piece which contours to the '26-7 cowl and radiator almost perfectly and was the correct length to accommodate for the wheel base stretch and body relocation farther back on the frame.

    I also drive it in the rain.....can be a bit wet, but it could be worse! :D
     
  14. torchmen49
    Joined: Mar 5, 2005
    Posts: 291

    torchmen49
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    Last I check'd Speedway doesn't list a Duvall for the "T".
     
  15. saucerhead
    Joined: Dec 6, 2009
    Posts: 206

    saucerhead
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    I used bottom posts chopped and bottom w/s frame chopped on my avatar. The center of the glass is 6 1/4 inch tall. You can get a better look in the April issue of Street Rodder.
     
  16. Dirty Dug
    Joined: Jan 11, 2003
    Posts: 3,712

    Dirty Dug
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    How would YOU know that? Oh, sorry....
     
  17. Strange Agent
    Joined: Sep 29, 2008
    Posts: 2,879

    Strange Agent
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    from Ponder, TX

    I'd go with option A.
     
  18. Flathead Fever
    Joined: May 2, 2010
    Posts: 69

    Flathead Fever
    Member
    from CA

    (See Photos) Stock windshield is too high and no windshield is to low. Maybe you could take an average between the two of them? Seriously, 40s era Track T's look best with no windshields. Buy some WWII goggles, they will always be the right height.
    Jerry
     

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  19. bloodyjack
    Joined: Aug 29, 2007
    Posts: 649

    bloodyjack
    Member

    So I made the frame from old T top windshield parts and got re-popped stanchions from speedway and chopped them down.
    Steering is just a mock up right now I have a nice wheel in the post from Limeworks

    [​IMG]
     
  20. J scow
    Joined: Mar 3, 2010
    Posts: 489

    J scow
    Member
    from Seattle


    To hell with the rain! I have a stock 1915 touring car I drive it all over Seattle. If it rains I put the top up with the windshield down and get wet. A quick wipe down when I get home and it's all good...


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  21. oldebob
    Joined: Oct 21, 2008
    Posts: 782

    oldebob
    Member
    from Spokane WA

    With bomber seats and just the lower glass the air went over my head easily. 5' 8". With the new seats 4" rise the wind is a PITA. I THINK a comprimise solution would be adding 2" to the lower glass and frame and giving a slight slant back to the stantion posts . Leave the top pins on the stantions when you rework them, I think it is a nice effect. That setup would be a little different but really a subtle change. If I could I would Photoshop this poicture to see what it would look like. Car is really looking good.
     

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    Last edited: May 26, 2010
  22. rustypipes
    Joined: Sep 30, 2004
    Posts: 973

    rustypipes
    Member
    from san jose

    MrModelT Your Car is Just straight Badass!!
     
  23. MrModelT
    Joined: Nov 11, 2008
    Posts: 2,745

    MrModelT
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    Thank you kindly! The link to my build thread is under my signature if you want more....don't want to "high jack" Bloodyjack's thread.
     
  24. torchmen49
    Joined: Mar 5, 2005
    Posts: 291

    torchmen49
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    I hear voices......:rolleyes:
     
  25. Bigcheese327
    Joined: Sep 16, 2001
    Posts: 6,694

    Bigcheese327
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    Those photos are awesome. What’s their story? I’ve never seen a stock-ish T with ‘35 wires. It looks way better than I envisioned.

    For my part, I like the chopped stock windshield, but I vastly prefer it when the top of the frame is left intact rather than letting the glass hang bare.

    It seems I rarely see chopped stockers raked back. Is there insufficient room to do so?

    -Dave
     
  26. propwash
    Joined: Jul 25, 2005
    Posts: 3,857

    propwash
    Member
    from Las Vegas

    I believe (I did not build this car) that my 27 has modified aftermarket stanchions that were bolted on, then molded and painted. The little tabs at the top hold the 'top/tonneau' on when it's parked outside.

    dj
     

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  27. exStreamliner
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  28. 28hiboy
    Joined: Feb 2, 2007
    Posts: 403

    28hiboy
    Member
    from Milton, Fl

    Now I like this! Nice cross between V and stock. Nice windshield
     
  29. Kume
    Joined: Jan 23, 2010
    Posts: 980

    Kume
    Member

    Bugsy did a nice job of his screen recently - think I might go down this route.
     

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