Now I've done a few tech articles before on how to build these. It isn't easy, but if you're building a traditional roadster and haven't got an original frame, or your rod has had some reproduction boxed TCI style frame slipped under it at one time or another, this is the route you need to go. I decided to picture this frame because this one in particular has just about all the go faster options. ASC Rails with all side and top holes drilled the right size and in the right place. Model-A front crossmember modified to fit a '32. Mercury motor mounts 1932 Ford K-member Strengthening legs from Industrial Chassis Kick-up strengtheners Model-A rear crossmember modified to fit the '32 frame. This frame is now twice as rigid as a stock frame, which still isn't anywhere near as rigid as a boxed frame but this is for a flathead, right!
What are the motor mounts from? And you should also add the dip under the cowl band, since the rest of the chassis looks so legit. Nice.
Thinking the same. Also, is there a reason why you riveted everything except the IC rear leg parts? It's good to see a frame like that.
Very clean. I love the use of the factory mounts and riveted construction. Awesome when all the components look like they were born together.
The IC parts are not Ford. If you bolt them in they remain bolt on modifications not permanent ones. It's a legal issue here regarding registration laws.
Very nice work! Yes, I was wondering the same --- do you just stamp a VIN and call them original Ford?
No. Replacing the rails is legal. Adding or modifying the frame is where it gets difficult. If you crash a 2005 Mercedes Benz, it's legal to replace the front clip with new parts. Pattern reproductions are legal too. Same in the US as here. Go welding in structural parts to that body shell and you're going to get into trouble in most places as it won't be type approved anymore.
Hard to find these days. From 1940s Mercurys being parted out. Sent from my SM-G935F using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
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