Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-28-2011, 03:32 PM
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Replies: 91
Views: 23,863
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-06-2011, 12:23 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,140
Re: Bob Drakes new catalog
You can view or download Bob Drake's current catalog here; http://www.bobdrake.com/CAT26/CAT26.html
While they're reprinting more hard copies, you can use this online Adobe pdf version. Further;...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-16-2011, 08:26 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 12,311
Re: bradley floor pans
If you haven't seen Drake's floor pans, then how can you logically say that Paul's are "Best on the market"? I've used both Paul's and Drake's and you need to check out Drake's too. I think you'd...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-16-2011, 07:49 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 12,311
Re: bradley floor pans
Four years ago I used all of Paul Bradley's pans in my '39 coupe and have since just finished installing Bob Drake’s pans in my ’40 coupe. Bradley’s required 5 times the labor to install, while...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-11-2011, 05:12 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 4,526
Re: new rubber for running boards
Anyone know what material Mr. Acuff uses to refinish running boards? And...do customers need to supply their own original steel inserts in all cases? Thanks friends.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-01-2011, 11:16 AM
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Replies: 119
Views: 26,316
Re: uncle gave me a 37 ford coupe
Bart,
1937-40 coupe doors are identical as far as the exterior skin, hinge locations, latch and dovetail locations but with the exception of the outside door handle mounting area, which is basically...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-01-2011, 11:08 AM
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Replies: 119
Views: 26,316
Re: uncle gave me a 37 ford coupe
Bart,
1937-40 coupe doors are identical as far as the exterior skin, hinge locations, latch and dovetail locations but with the exception of the outside door handle mounting area, which is basically...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-28-2011, 05:42 PM
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Replies: 91
Views: 23,863
Re: Drakes 40 coupe old vs new?
Hit some swap meets and car shows with your camera. Plenty of done '40s out there with enthusiast owners willing to let you peak in and under their cars and help you every step. If you're wanting to...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-20-2011, 03:40 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,623
Re: 40 convertible window regulators
Okie; you are most welcome. Ken: It's nice to see knowledgeable, helpful people like you involved here. May you continue your good, honest guidance to others.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-19-2011, 06:48 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,623
Re: 40 convertible window regulators
Okie: My apology to you. The window regulator pictured in Drake's new products announcement on the web is actually a '40 closed car unit, simply used prior to the actual production '40 convertible...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-19-2011, 04:05 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,623
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-18-2011, 12:30 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,498
Re: 35 Window Channels and Door Seals
As far as your window glass channels using rubber bumpers vs. felt strips; keep in mind these cars have been around a while and many have had doors replaced, etc., and I've even seen cars having...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-27-2011, 03:48 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,876
Re: 40 coupe
I suggest you contact Bob Drake's and see if they have a new but slightly damaged '40 coupe deck lid at perhaps a much lower price. You might be pleasantly surprised.
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