My new project. And introduction.

[tubman]

Originally Posted by AZMerc39

It will be worth it to be able to drive in our summers here. I want to keep it mostly stock, but modern/daily usability is the goal. I have no idea if i have O/D or not. I will also need to upgrade the brakes, since it appears that i only have mechanical brakes. Someone up the road opted for the heater, but not the good brakes. I should also look to see if they came with any sort of insulation under the carpet, and headliner. If not, add some.

Every '39 Merc (or Ford for that matter) I've ever seen has hydraulic brakes. What makes you think you have mechanical brakes?