Thirties era T roadster - Take 2

Not so how? We agree. Keep the torque tube.
I understand the huge benefits modern boxes bring. But on the flip side I also understand keeping things period is a thing

My only point was, don't loose the torque tube and end up with a 4 link rear. Not cool

 

So far all parts and design and build methods are pre 1933. That said I enjoy driving them but this won't be a long distance car. Slight change in direction as I use an A gearbox now.


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It's Gona be fantastic. And that carb is an awsome purchase.

 

Looks good. I like your dedication to the time period.

 

I really like this build, I'm doing something very similar. I'll be watching this thread for sure. Thanks again for the p.m. on the bearings...wish I'd kept my BB Winfield.

 

I got the gearbox mocked up to start making mounts.



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Nice. What's the wheel-base working out at?

 

Good question. Short answer I haven't checked. It seems odd building the car without the body but I've had two attempts building this car already and know I can push the wheelbase out without screwing things up ..... I hope!!!! Anyway it's 5" back in the rear and about 3" in the front.


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Maybe 110 ish then. I meant to ask, what kind of Job was it fitting A spindles to the T axle?

 

Measured the wheelbase tonight and it's 109 3/4. Front is forward 4 3/4 and rear is back 5.

The T axle uses T spindles with A hubs


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Today was a big day. My friend Chris Piaggi has loaned me his T body until mine arrives so I can carry on setting up the chassis and overall car.





Many thanks Chris!

This means I can mount the gas tank in the rear and also setup the steering column and box, throttle pedal and other various things....


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Nice progress Greg.

 

I really dig this - ALOT!


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Same here. That's very cool. would love to see some more detailed/brighter photos of that.

 

That's not Claytons, @ MrModel is it?
Looks to shiney.
It's close if it's not, and as perfect as Claytons.

 

No Clayton's is a 26, this is in Sweden


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As do I- really hope he's appearing at Rømø motorfestival next week.

No, it's not Claytons- it's a sweede's. I follow him on instagram, his account name is rodnrock.andree

 

Looks like he has done a bit of work on it since these pics were taken.

 

He is called "Jalopy Banger" here on hamb
I found a picture thread about it - haven't had the time to read through it, so I don't know, if it's an actual build thread, but some more pictures are here: https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/the-jalopy-is-finished-or-almost.704087/

 

Today was the first time in a long time I was able to do something on the T



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Are you using an A or T steering arm into the spindle?

 

Model A


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Christmas came early with the intake manifold arriving yesterday



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My body from SamIAm arrived last week

Off with Chris’ borrowed body


Would make a great speedster



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Looks good Greg!

 

Did it come with woodwork patterns Greg?

 

This is fantastic! Subscribed!

 

I don't no how I missed this thread. Keep up the great work. I'm following it. Keep posting and updating us. Thanks Greg. Bob......................

 

Nothing much to report as I have been busy with GMS Hot Rods - see my other thread on here.

I did buy a bunch of other T stuff from Ken


And then went to a local yard sale here...



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I went to an auction a few decades ago that had a ton of T stuff. I came home with a pile of body parts that look just like your strapped down pile there. Many roadster and touring sides, cowls, some turtle decks, and a dozen doors. Some day I'll get around to assembling something.