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goshencars

01-17-2020 09:07 PM

1940 hand grab

Which side?

My 40 deluxe had one hand grab and I believe it was on the drivers side. If it were installed on the passenger side it would cover the light switch for the courtesy lamps. Both sides have holes for it. Which side does it belong on? If I had a second one I would install it also. Let me know if someone has one. Thanks

4dFord/SC

01-17-2020 09:28 PM

Re: 1940 hand grab

I believe Ford called them Passenger Assist Straps. They go on the passenger side (i.e., right side in US) and are easily swiveled to access the light switch.

V8COOPMAN

01-18-2020 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by 4dFord/SC (Post 1842563)

I believe Ford called them Passenger Assist Straps. They go on the passenger side (i.e., right side in US) and are easily swiveled to access the light switch.

Just remember the door locks on the CURB side ONLY so you're not getting in and out with the traffic. DD

oldford2

01-18-2020 09:05 PM

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2 door or 4 door??

Kube	01-18-2020 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by goshencars (Post 1842553)

Tudor or Fordor?

goshencars

01-19-2020 03:46 PM

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It's a tudor

Ken/Alabama

01-20-2020 07:02 AM

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This is the one in my 40 Deluxe Tudor. Original upholstery . Just one assist strap on the passenger side .

TJ	01-20-2020 09:30 AM

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There is also special hardware that is used to mount the straps. It can be a little difficult to find and is not reproduced to my knowledge.

goshencars

01-21-2020 09:20 AM

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Thanks to all. Fortunately I have the oval slot head shoulder bolt it takes

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