Got my new project home today

[Pete Fl/Wi]

This old gal saw the light of day for the first time in 40 years. A barn find. The body work is old. The plan is mild 8ba, t-5, 8 or 9 inch, stock body. Can't wait to get started. Pete

[34fivewindow]

Originally Posted by Pete Fl/Wi

This old gal saw the light of day for the first time in 40 years. A barn find. The body work is old. The plan is mild 8ba, t-5, 8 or 9 inch, stock body. Can't wait to get started. Pete

Pete, From the pictures it looks pretty solid, nice find....Ed

[Dennis/Arkansas]

Pete, Not to put to fine a point on it but she is absolutely gorgeous. I'm currently struggling with a '40 1/2 Ton Panel. Please take lots o' pictures and keep us updated on your progress. Dennis/Arkansas

[oldford2]

Pete, That looks great! Bring it south this winter so we can enjoy it. John

[Vic Piano]

Pete, That's outstanding, I know you'll have fun with it. Like John says "bring it to Florida so we can all have fun with it!" Vic

[Pete Fl/Wi]

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John & Vic, Thanks, I plan to bring the frame to Florida and complete the drivetrain, brakes and suspension. The body will stay in Wisconsin but the complete project will go South hopefully Winter of 2011. Pete

[KiWinUS]

Great stuff mate !!! she,s a wee beauty !!!!
Cheers
Tony

[IVT1]

Nice find Man,another one for the ( the're still out there column )

[oldskool]

goes to show you there still out there,great find looks like you have the major parts,there will be a lot of bloood swet and tears but when she is road worthy it will all be worth it,good luck...al

[HOTRODSURFER]

looks pretty solid-very nice!

[Gary in Mozarks]

Nice to see another panel guy in the group

[Grandpas38]

Congratulations! Nice barn find as the others have said take lots of pics thru out the project and keep us updated. I can't decide if i like pick ups or panels more!
I like all old Fords!

[Grandadeo]

Originally Posted by Gary in Mozarks

Nice to see another panel guy in the group

What Gary said!!

Lee

[Frank Cowan]

That is sweet. And in very good shape. Wanta see some build pics as you go along.

[Django]

Very nice! Wish we could find an affordable '36 delivery project.

[Pete Fl/Wi]

Update on panel project. I removed the body from the frame. Hardest job was getting the running boards off. I think they can be saved. If not anyone know if repos are made for panel. Next is to clean the frame and order frame parts to mount t-5. Picture follow. Gas tank is junk.
ps: first time I used mechanic gloves saved my hands from cuts and scrapes I recommend them.
Pete

[Dennis/Arkansas]

Pete, The panel uses the same running board as a 1940 1/2 Ton Pickup. They are reproduced in steel. One vendor I know of is Northern Classic Trucks, Inc. in Michigan. Their products are high quality. Used ones do show up on eBay if you decide to go that route. Dennis/Arkansas

[Pete Fl/Wi]

Thanks Dennis, I looked up their web site. Looks like a good source for repair panels.
Pete

[Dennis/Arkansas]

Yeah Pete, they are an excellent source for patch panels. I used their floor boards, rockers and lower cowls sections. They fit incredibly well and are exact duplicates of originals. Todd, the owner, is very willing to answer any questions you have on installation. Dennis/Arkansas

Originally Posted by Pete Fl/Wi

Thanks Dennis, I looked up their web site. Looks like a good source for repair panels.
Pete

[Cecil/WV]

His parts are top notch.