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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 03-02-2023, 11:25 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,857
Posted By rotorwrench
Re: Sport Coupe Roof

Coming right along. Looks excellent so far. A person can always tell those earlier 28 models by the front corner braces above the windshield. Some didn't have the #2 bow side braces either but I...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-28-2023, 03:11 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,857
Posted By rotorwrench
Re: Sport Coupe Roof

They did use the wires on both sides to help support the curved transition area at the top edge of the cardboard formers. Thin springy strips of sheet metal were also used between the door top wood...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-28-2023, 01:07 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,857
Posted By rotorwrench
Re: Sport Coupe Roof

The back light frame & glass is heavy. The Cinch fasteners are getting harder to find. A person would have to specify if wanting common sense twist lock fasteners for the rear curtain
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 02-26-2023, 02:53 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,857
Posted By rotorwrench
Re: Sport Coupe Roof

It's a form of lacquer like paint. I'm not sure what chemical properties were for certain but it's a lot like airplane dope except with more plasticizer affect. For fabric covered airplanes, there...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-26-2021, 03:48 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,857
Posted By rotorwrench
Re: Sport Coupe Roof

The header wood is the tack strip for the top but there is a metal cover that fits over the front part of it and the visor fits forward of that. The visor is a removable piece with the screws on...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-22-2021, 01:56 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,857
Posted By rotorwrench
Re: Sport Coupe Roof

Classtique Upholstery's Sport Coupe top kit is likely the only kit available right now. It should come with all the cardboard filler materials, strapping, interior covering trim cloth, top material,...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-21-2021, 06:39 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,857
Posted By rotorwrench
Re: Sport Coupe Roof

The Fordwood diagram gives a basic wood installation. Volume 5 of the MAFCA series on "How to Restore Your Model A" has a good run down on all the pieces. This link is to a previous question of the...
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