Telling someone to check the Judging Standards

[cpf240]

Originally Posted by JohnB15632

I will give you a very specific question, what is the fastener size and length that secures the column molding to the A column of a 31 SW.

The correct size I found out is 10/32. The length, as given by suppliers is 3/4". However, the molding is tapered which means that the top fastener needs to be 1/2 ".

When I asked the question, I got the answer, check the RG JS. The only problem, the RG JS does not answer the question of length.

It took me trial and error, purchasing incorrect fasteners, and generally getting frustrated that I could not get an answer on Ford Barn. Ford Barn made me feel really stupid.

I have learned to not to depend on Ford Barn anymore.

Thanks,

For that, I would have suggested the "Ford Model A Standard Hardware" book....

[BRENT in 10-uh-C]

Originally Posted by cpf240

For that, I would have suggested the "Ford Model A Standard Hardware" book....

Exactly!! By a show of hands, who here owns that book?


FWIW, that book (-just like the RG&JS) requires an effort to search out information. I suspect the average restorer here has never encountered this topic, and does not have the ancillary items (-parts books, Mick's fastener book, prints, etc.) to be able to research John's question. It also should be pointed out the amount of someone's time that would also be required to look this up. There was a day when this forum had knowledgeable participants who would have gladly taken the time to research that for John, as they truly cared about authenticity and for those who were seeking to restore to that level. It is a shame that almost of those knowledgeable people have moved from here.

[Mike V. Florida]

Originally Posted by BRENT in 10-uh-C

Exactly!! By a show of hands, who here owns that book?

But the joke with the hand aside, we let him down. I don't read every post as I once did on this site, less then 10% actually, and do not remember seeing that one. I'm sorry John.

[CarlG]

Originally Posted by BRENT in 10-uh-C

Exactly!! By a show of hands, who here owns that book? ...

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