1936 rumble seat access
 

what would be the correct way?

bumper then fender step then open the lid? hop from there and hope you land right?

any way i imagine it seems really awkward.

getting out? i would probably have to crawl clear & then roll down

the rear quarter.

there must be a proper sequence in the Owners Manual.

edit: did some models have a trunk lid instead of rumble seat? i forgot to investigate that, so while we're here . . . .

thanks,

sid

Re: 1936 rumble seat access
 

Sid,

Open the rumble first - hold onto the lid. There should be a step pad on the right taillight extension. Left foot on that pad, right foot on the fender pad, step on to the seat, climb in. Getting out is nearly as much fun - just reverse the process.

Ken

Re: 1936 rumble seat access
 

Yes there were non rumble seat models.

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not sure i could remember that sequence or to take my shoes on or off to execute same.

a trunk seems the more practical option; thanks

Re: 1936 rumble seat access
 

Yep. Stepping on the seat is just a part of having a rumble seat.

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i have a strange premonition that as we pulled away i would see my shoes perfectly aligned.

on the curb!

Re: 1936 rumble seat access
 

I remember a lot of footprints on the seat of my old '36 3-window.

A more important piece of knowledge would be how best to assist a young lady in a skirt up into the rumble seat. When I had mine, everybody wanted a ride.

Re: 1936 rumble seat access
 

I want a ride! Never been in a rumble seat. Would love to, just for the experience one time, before I get too old to make the climb-aboard.

Re: 1936 rumble seat access
 

Jay,

You are not too old to climb aboard. Sadly, you are too old to get out, so I hope you enjoy being in there.

Ken

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Rumble seats are like sailboats to me. It's better if you have a friend who has one.

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Oh my! Hilarious in your accuracy.

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Jay, my wife loves riding in the rumble seat. Beats me but hey, she likes it so what the heck?

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My two sons love it too.

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Had two rumble seat cars over the years and will not own another. If you go on a tour for two or more days putting your luggage in the back and retrieving it is a huge PITA.

Re: 1936 rumble seat access
 

Tom, you are right on the money! You can get your luggage it, but you usually have to crawl in there to get it out. Don't even think of keeping your beer cooer in there!

Ken

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Ken, you are right about the beer cooler. Have to keep the Blue Moon cold and readily available.

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Haha. Sadly true.

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When I was traveling, I'd keep a heavy duffel bag of spare parts and tools on the floor of the rumble. Soft side suitcases, laundry bags and everything else on top. and yes, a full size suitcase lays flat on the rumble seat with the lid closed. A breakdown on the road and everything goes to the curb to get to the parts. PITA.

Re: 1936 rumble seat access
 

i would have been around back then to see woman climb into a rumble seat

Re: 1936 rumble seat access
 

there is nouthing in the Owners Manual , people did not care about scratching there fender