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Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by BDG501, Jul 16, 2014.

  1. BDG501
    Joined: Jul 16, 2014
    Posts: 9

    BDG501

    Gents,
    1st timer here and thought I would share a little barn find that I ran across. 1950 ford custom all original (new paint within last 10 years) flat head 8, 3 on the tree with over drive. Older woman gave me a smokin deal I couldnt pass up on. Took it on its first shakedown run two days ago...runs like a sewing machine.

    Car was owned by a older gentleman that ran his own trucking outfit...I met him years ago and found this gem sitting in the shadows on the loading dock. Unfortunately the old timer passed away, but his wife had my number and got intouch....the rest is history.

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  2. chstitans42
    Joined: Feb 7, 2011
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    chstitans42
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    That is awesome! No please wash it!
     
  3. BDG501
    Joined: Jul 16, 2014
    Posts: 9

    BDG501

    haha...yea I took those about 3 weeks ago...it is now washed (looks gorgeous) and I also put some of the front grille and headlights on. I forgot to add that all the chrome/metal/bumpers came with the car in several large boxes. I plan on keeping it as it.....maybe dropping it a few inches .
     
  4. oldsman41
    Joined: Jun 25, 2010
    Posts: 1,556

    oldsman41
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    nice find guy. yeah lower it and drive it.
     
  5. chevy54man
    Joined: Feb 7, 2013
    Posts: 1,683

    chevy54man
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    from NC

    Nice car, enjoy it!
     
  6. Once you get it road ready maybe you could take her for a ride.
     
  7. Those tudors look better with a chop that makes the proportions look better....just sayin'...
     
  8. Don's Hot Rods
    Joined: Oct 7, 2005
    Posts: 8,319

    Don's Hot Rods
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    from florida

    Wow, that thing looks really solid. Nice find.

    Don
     
  9. F-ONE
    Joined: Mar 27, 2008
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    F-ONE
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    from Alabama

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  10. weps
    Joined: Aug 1, 2008
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    weps
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    from auburn,IN

    my cat has been walking on your car too?
    nice find!
     
  11. NICE!!!! Write 'wash me' in the dirt and take a pic. Just because.
     
  12. xhotrodder
    Joined: Jul 2, 2009
    Posts: 1,667

    xhotrodder
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    That's one I would just wash and drive.
     
  13. captmullette
    Joined: Oct 15, 2009
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    captmullette
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    just damn.......love thunder road
     
  14. 58custom
    Joined: Jan 1, 2009
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    58custom
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    What a lovely car under a 48 star flag. Congrats!
     
  15. BDG501
    Joined: Jul 16, 2014
    Posts: 9

    BDG501

    good eye on the flag! I actually picked that out of a garbage can someone had thrown away..unbelievable what people will toss...it was still attached to the wooden post.....I have always dreamed of a barn find but never though it would actually happen...now if I can just find a nice panhead I will be set...
     
  16. How did you wash it???;)
     
  17. Bad Eye Bill
    Joined: Sep 1, 2010
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    Bad Eye Bill
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    from NB Canada

    Where's the barn pics?
     
  18. BDG501
    Joined: Jul 16, 2014
    Posts: 9

    BDG501

    ajax dish soap and well water
     
  19. BDG501
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    BDG501

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  21. mashed
    Joined: Oct 15, 2011
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    mashed
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    from 4077th

    Never seen a barn with a loading dock.
     
  22. Zenbone
    Joined: Apr 1, 2014
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    Zenbone
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    that is cooler than the other side of the pillow. lucky find man!
     
  23. BDG501
    Joined: Jul 16, 2014
    Posts: 9

    BDG501

    maybe I should change the title to loading dock find...
     
  24. woodbutcher
    Joined: Apr 25, 2012
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    woodbutcher
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    :eek: Some folks just have all the luck.Enjoy it for years to come.
    Good luck.Have fun.Be safe.
    Leo
     
  25. Wow what a find, congratulations I would be stoked.

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  26. RockinRivi
    Joined: Feb 12, 2013
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    RockinRivi
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    I want one…

    Congrats
     
  27. Nice find. Cleaning up well.
     
  28. BDG501
    Joined: Jul 16, 2014
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    BDG501

    any idea where I can find the mounting hardware/fasteners/nuts/bolts for the grille?
     
  29. joeycarpunk
    Joined: Jun 21, 2004
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    joeycarpunk
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    from MN,USA

    Nice find no matter if storage shed, barn, Quonset hut, chicken coop or loading dock. ;)
     
  30. birdman62
    Joined: Aug 13, 2013
    Posts: 29

    birdman62
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    from mass

    Incredibly jealous I've been looking for a 1950 for a while now that's original

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