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Discussion in 'Traditional Hot Rods' started by lucas1946merc, Apr 15, 2020.

  1. lucas1946merc
    Joined: Aug 5, 2018
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    lucas1946merc

    This is my first project car as I am 22 years old. A while ago I had seen a 1946 Mercury from the road, it was on a farmer's field. I dropped in on this farmer and asked what he wanted for it, and my mind was made quickly that I would buy it. After checking it out that first day I did some research on these cars and found out that this was the Canadian version of the Mercury, which is 4 inches shorter than the American Mercs, the body is all the same as a Ford, but with a grill similar to the mercury. Here's some pictures of the car as it was getting hauled home. And yes, I know the 4 door isn't worth as much and isn't really a traditional build, but I like it. 20180429_115636.jpeg 20180505_155740.jpeg 20180505_151641.jpeg 20180505_151635.jpeg
     
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  2. rukwikenuf
    Joined: Apr 21, 2006
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    That's awesome. What are you planning for it?

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  3. CME1
    Joined: Aug 10, 2010
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    Hi Lucas. Your 1946 Merc 4-dr looks like a great project. I have always liked the '46 thru '48 Fords & Mercs. The 4-doors make a great Hot Rod or Custom cruising machine! Have fun with your new (to you) project.
     
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  4. sliceddeuce
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    Looks solid enough...Have fun.
     
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  5. 31Apickup
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    Did you get the stock wheels and caps that were on it in the first photo?


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  6. lucas1946merc
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    lucas1946merc

    Yes I did, however these caps are beat up and nearly impossible to find any, since it is a Canadian Merc. Also will not be running the wheels as I am switching to 5 on 4.5 bolt pattern.
     
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  7. lucas1946merc
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    lucas1946merc

    When I brought it home I just had to throw on the radir wheels that we had sitting around 20180519_193406.jpeg
     
  8. lucas1946merc
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    lucas1946merc

    Dropped down a few inches, so I figured I'd take a picture of it beside my truck and may dads project 20190602_152916.jpeg
     
  9. Smiffy
    Joined: Dec 30, 2014
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    Smiffy

    Great buy always liked the 46 - 48 Mercury sedans. Are you planning to do any body mods (maybe lower the roof a couple of inches??)
     
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  10. town sedan
    Joined: Aug 18, 2011
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    Looks like fun, but I've got to ask... Why do so many people think fat fender Fords need an independent front suspension? Is it part of the uniform or something?
    Oh well, enjoy.
    -Dave
     
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  11. goldmountain
    Joined: Jun 12, 2016
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    goldmountain

    Well that explains how a 22 year old would know what a Mercury 114 is.
     
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  12. lucas1946merc
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    lucas1946merc

    For me, the cost wasn't much different, and parts are cheaper in the future. I would have needed to replace almost all the parts, and I did want disc brakes, so with all that, the disc conversion, price was similar. Plus these cars all look wrong with where the axle sits too far back, so with that new cross member I moved it forward about 3/16 of an inch. That's just my personal reasons
     
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  13. lucas1946merc
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    lucas1946merc

    I picked up a rear suspension kit from TCI. This kit uses measurements off the original frame to mount the springs, and it took a little more than an evening to install. 20200416_200733.jpeg 20200416_200742.jpeg 20200416_200751.jpeg
     
  14. lucas1946merc
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    lucas1946merc

    Had to modify the x member to get the 302/AOD combo in 20200329_174121.jpeg 20200329_174131_HDR.jpeg 20200329_215502.jpeg 20200403_205049.jpeg 20200413_221842.jpeg
     
  15. lucas1946merc
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    lucas1946merc

    Also had to move the middle body mounts up front, so I made my own using some thick rubber that they use in barns for cows to walk on. I think it should be strong enough rubber 20200418_172138.jpeg 20200418_165948.jpeg 20200418_170001.jpeg 20200418_165451.jpeg
     
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  16. alanp561
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    Following this with some interest. Debating going your direction or leaving everything stock. Here's mine. DSCN2826.JPG
     
  17. lucas1946merc
    Joined: Aug 5, 2018
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    lucas1946merc

    That's a very nice one, doesn't look rusty. I guess it depends what you want out of it.
    Side note: I find it interesting that your account photo is a 27, that's what my Dad's got
     
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  18. rukwikenuf
    Joined: Apr 21, 2006
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    Back to the 50s? Where are you from? That's my favorite show EVER. Hopefully I'll have something to drive there this year (if it happens)

    Nice progress

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  19. lucas1946merc
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    lucas1946merc

    Manitoba
     
  20. rukwikenuf
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    Gotcha. I'm in Minneapolis, so I get to go every year without much planning :)

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  21. lucas1946merc
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    lucas1946merc

    I try to every other year or so
     
  22. I like the 4 doors when they have a nice low stance- great for hauling your buddies around too. Enjoy your build- looks like it’s going to be nice!
     
  23. fortynut
    Joined: Jul 16, 2008
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    4Doors have nice proportions, and ample interior room for all sorts of things that would otherwise be left alone. They are one of the little niche corners of hot-rodding that only bootleggers and whiskey haulers ever touched when I was growing up. That may be why I like them. Yours should be a real sleeper if it's disguised with quiet pipes and no hinkey body mods. Stock and perhaps a little stealth would be icing on the custard. Keep on keeping on, you seem to have the knack for making good choices.
     
  24. lucas1946merc
    Joined: Aug 5, 2018
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    lucas1946merc

    Had to make one picture hamb friendly because they don't like my suspension. But I'm just reposting this to show the x member replacement that I built. 20200830_163950~2.jpeg 20200418_172138.jpeg
     
  25. lucas1946merc
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    lucas1946merc

    A little overkill for a transmission Mount, but I had metal so I used it. And I made it not look too bad 20200815_164646.jpeg 20200815_164656.jpeg 20200815_164700_HDR.jpeg 20200815_164802_HDR.jpeg 20200815_173803_HDR.jpeg 20200815_173818.jpeg 20200815_212129.jpeg
     
  26. lucas1946merc
    Joined: Aug 5, 2018
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    lucas1946merc

    I'm 22, but I had a stroke, effecting my right side, so my dad's been working on my car, specifically the dash. I contacted a guy about a 1951 Ford dash before my stroke, so I got my dad to pick it up and begin work on it since I couldn't. He had to shorten it to fit my car. If you have any questions or need more pictures just contact me dash 35.jpeg dash%2055.jpeg dash%2037.jpeg dash%2057.jpeg dash%2046.jpeg dash%202.jpeg
     
  27. 1952henry
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    Nice work so far. Best wishes on your recovery.
     
  28. lucas1946merc
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    lucas1946merc

  29. Crayons
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    This is what I imagine it could look like. Here's hoping for a complete recovery. I actually built a 47 Mercury w/302 and C4 when I lived in Hastings in the 70s.
     

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  30. 52lomofo
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    52lomofo

    where you from lucas
     

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