Very Early 1930 Model A bodies...
 

Besides the gas tank...what are some very early features of the 1930 Model A bodies assembled in November-December 1929?

Thanks.

Pluck

Re: Very Early 1930 Model A bodies...
 

The cowl band extended down to the splash apron and the lower body molding ended short of the firewall to accommodate the longer cowl band (JS 15-6). Changed to the more conventional configuration in March 1930.

Re: Very Early 1930 Model A bodies...
 

Eye brow fenders and inverted u channel headlight bar with slots

Re: Very Early 1930 Model A bodies...
 

Oval speedo and electric wipers.

Re: Very Early 1930 Model A bodies...
 

Two piece splash aprons. The starter grommet on the fire wall was different on early 30 cars.

Re: Very Early 1930 Model A bodies...
 

How so?

Re: Very Early 1930 Model A bodies...
 

Per the "Restoration Guidelines & Judging Standards", 2011 revisions, page 18-2:
"A pressed steel/forged bar with two slotted holes for the license plate bolts was introduced in May 1930 and discontinued in September 1930 when it reverted to a round, forged design."
There is a photo of the headlamp bars on page 18-3.

Re: Very Early 1930 Model A bodies...
 

the early 30 used the same starter rod grommet as the 28-29 then they went with a big round one that was made for the big hole in the firewall. then after that they used the grommet and cover with three rivets in it.