Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-10-2019, 11:54 PM
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Views: 1,350
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
10-10-2019, 11:18 PM
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Replies: 4
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1930 Model A frame cross member question
I have a 1930 Model A frame fully assembled, running car.... I want to replace the nuts/bolts on the side of the frame that holds in the front cross member (side=facing the wheel) and was wondering...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-19-2019, 10:31 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,663
Re: front spring question for a 30 hot rod
anyone know the minimum distance between axle and frame.... like can I get away with an inch? Understanding that spring tension has a factor in it... but still wonder if I can get away with an inch? ...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-19-2019, 12:28 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,663
Re: front spring question for a 30 hot rod
WHOA!!!!! Replaced the new 4 leaf spring and it def lowered it..... almost right on top of the axle.... and obviously the wishbones need to be adjusted forward because it rolled back soo much. I...
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-18-2019, 08:40 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,663
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Forum: Model A (1928-31)
09-18-2019, 07:31 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,663
front spring question for a 30 hot rod
Check out the two pic for references. The 8 leaf pack is what was in my model A frame (sitting in factory cross member) and the 4 pack is what was supposed to come with my Speedway kit (spring behind...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
09-07-2019, 08:57 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,114
question about 32 Roadster interior
Does anyone have a source or advice on a interior panel for the rear area (behind the seat)? I have all the other interior panels, but don't know what to do with the area behind the seat since it has...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-23-2019, 08:55 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,057
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-23-2019, 06:53 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,057
32 roadster windshield mounting template?
Does anyone know of a template for mounting the windshield posts on an undrilled body? I have searched with no luck.
OR
Is the trick to assemble the frame, posts, stanchions, etc. align over the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-21-2019, 02:33 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 8,160
Re: 1932 serial number starts with D5
Thanks DavidG.... my car will be here today (hopefully) and I will be able to post pics of the frame. The seller states that it is a rare 32 frame (the other guy I know with the same VIN starting ID...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-21-2019, 02:17 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 8,160
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-21-2019, 11:17 AM
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Replies: 54
Views: 8,160
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-20-2019, 06:51 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 8,160
Re: 1932 serial number starts with D5
correct.... my interest is really around the storied "D" frame for specs. Not for value, rarity, etc, just to understand where the origin of this so called "rare frame" is and if it's even real, myth...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-19-2019, 03:53 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 8,160
Re: 1932 serial number starts with D5
Not an auction house, Hagerty is an insurance company who also offers vehicle verification services to non local buyers, but yes, I agree, they just need to insure that the new owner can legally...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-18-2019, 07:53 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 8,160
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-18-2019, 07:33 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 8,160
Re: 1932 serial number starts with D5
Well, if DavidG doesn't know about be ellusive (aka rumored) D 32 Frame, VIN, etc. I am going to consider it just that a rumor. The car will be here mid of next week, so I will have pics of the VIN,...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-17-2019, 12:18 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 8,160
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-17-2019, 01:18 AM
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Replies: 54
Views: 8,160
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-16-2019, 08:58 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 8,160
1932 serial number starts with D5
I just bought a very hot rodded 32 Roadster with a serial that starts with "D5". The frame does not look like a standard 32 (see my other thread where I realized I have something different).
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Forum: Early V8
08-15-2019, 09:46 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 691
1932 Roadster windshield and accessories
I know, I know, everyone needs these and of course, I want it chopped 2 inches, but I am open to aftermarket over factory Ford.
Also, I have a glass body, so no matter what I do, I will probably...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-14-2019, 11:47 PM
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Replies: 49
Views: 11,350
Re: 1932 ford frame differences
in the end, I am most interested about the length, width and whether or not all 32 frames had the reveal on the frame rails or if some did not have the reveal design.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-14-2019, 08:24 PM
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Replies: 49
Views: 11,350
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-14-2019, 03:14 PM
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Replies: 49
Views: 11,350
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-14-2019, 02:01 PM
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Replies: 49
Views: 11,350
Re: 1932 ford frame differences
So DavidG.... so what you are saying is that.... all 32 frames in the US would have had the reveal design on the frame rails? Just making sure I am following - and thanks to all for chiming in on...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-14-2019, 12:23 AM
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Replies: 49
Views: 11,350
Re: 1932 ford frame differences
OK, I am trying to understand the different frame options for 1932 passenger cars, specifically, the frame rails and what the differences are in the 32 frame rails (with scallop design, without...
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