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08-08-2019, 07:19 PM | #1 |
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Interest in new restoration project thread?
Some of you have expressed interest throughout the past that you'd enjoy a thread wherein I'd show the progress and perhaps some methods to one of my restorations.
I am just beginning a ground up, concourse restoration on a '40 Ford Business coupe. So, the question is (kind of a poll), "who might enjoy this?" Mind you, it (the restoration) will take approximately one year.
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Yes please Mike! I appreciate the workmanship, knowledge and detail you exhibit.
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Count me in as VERY interested. Thanks for the offer, Mike. dw
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All of your post are interesting and informative, so yes!
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Can't wait.
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Count me in. I always admire your work and level of expertise. |
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Always dig your posts Kube.
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Cube: Proceed - I am never to old (82) to learn new information and/or techniques...
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Kube, I am interested in following your upcoming restoration also.
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Good workmanship always appreciated.
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Always of interest.
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i'm sure everyone would enjoy seeing the process up to being one of your fine cars. thanks for your offer, and thanks for your time if you choose to go thru with it
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looking forward to following your restoration
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Count me in .....!!!
Details,,,details........ Can’t Wait.....
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I would love to follow low along! Thank you!
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Yes, please.
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I will follow it with great interest. Your cars are the picture of perfection.
Thanks for the offer. Bruce
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I’m very interested too.
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For sure. Build threads always seem to be popular and well viewed and lately there seems to be a noticeable lack of them. Good to share your expertise.
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08-08-2019, 11:27 PM | #23 |
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Me to
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Me to-Karl
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I’ll be watching! For a year it’s going to take one HUGE bowl of popcorn!
But seriously, a year will go by way too fast. I think Lawson has it it right with the toilet paper roll euphemism. |
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Very generous to offer and take the time to do this, should be as good as the write up of your 40 in the V8 times a few issues ago. Scott |
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Yes Yes Yes Please
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Mike, that would be fantastic.
If there could be some video content posted to Youtube that would be the icing on the cake. (You know I post videos up). Mart. |
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Yes indeed Kube.You have helped me alot over the years.Russ
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Would be of great interest.
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Me too.
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I'm in !!
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Let's go!!
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Count me also
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What are you waiting for? Lets get this project moving!
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Since I am finishing up my 40 V8 business coupe, I would be very interested to see what I could have done better! Of course I would love to follow your restoration!
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Count me in OR as one on the list!!!
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Awesome Kube, I'm just getting started on my 36 Cabriolet so I could definitely use some pointers!
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I can't match your workmanship. No how, no way.
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Okay guys... THANKS for all of the (too) kind messages.
I'll start the thread ASAP. I have no doubt a lot of it will be akin to watching paint dry. The "fun' part to me is when stuff starts going back together. That'll be quite a while.
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Sounds like a great idea to me.
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Wow! That looks like a great car to start with. Is it as solid as it appears? Fairly complete? Are you planning a concourse type restoration?
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Yes please, the 40 is one of my favorite cars. Hi Wayno great hearing from you, take care.
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Both hands up. Both eyes and ears open.
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I am in. Thanks, Mike.
You could actually make this into a book showing what's entailed in each part of a restoration. Such as: exterior, frame and chassis, drive train, interior, wiring, glass, suppliers, etc. Last edited by 19Fordy; 08-09-2019 at 02:17 PM. |
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Move over there bud I need a seat for this one. I'm in, Take your time.
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Let's see some of your elegant engineering.
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double post, my error.
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Of course it's easy for us to say. it's no effort at all on our part but lots of work on Mikes part. Taking pictures, writing the text, getting the images cropped and edited, getting them uploaded (Not great on the barn). PhotoBucket used to be ideal but not any more.
It's a lot of work. I know. I've done it. But Mike, we would all appreciate any progress reports you can make for us. maybe a weekly update? Week 1, week 2 etc.? Thanks for at least thinking about doing it. Mart. |
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My hand is raised..... meaning "heck yeah"!!
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Kube,are you still considering the restoration thread on a 40?
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Mike,
By all means step back into it. Your convertible restoration was a classic.....the 'issue' where you described fitting the trunk lid encouraged my buddy with a 40 coupe to pie cut his lid as you did , to get it to lay down right and lock up with a clunk. I'm hoping to get a piece of whatever is on your to do list. Charlie ny |
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Like so many others, I look forward to this thread!
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Geez... I opened this thread hoping to see a project. But no!
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I'll be following this with great interest, especially the hood installation.
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Good morning gentleman.
Life is finally settling back down in to my normal. My normal equates to working 18+ hours a day and loving it. Businesses, horses (eleven of them) writing my book and well, life, kinda gets in the way of restoration threads. I'll start this thread with the hopeful understanding that these restorations are a hobby / passion for me. It takes me about twelve to fourteen months to complete a full restoration. It can fairly be argued that there as many approaches to a restoration as there are projects. My approach is just one and there's little doubt not the best one by far. I continue to learn day after day and on occasion wonder how and why "I didn't think of that" much earlier in life. Anyway, feel free to express advice, raise queries, heck, (positive) criticize. As a bit of overlook, I tend to inspect the vehicle closely and take many photos prior to disassembly. As many of these as I've done, I forget stuff. Oh, this is #17 - all were either '39 or '40 Fords with the exception of two Buicks, a '31 and a '38 (sorry guys). I then disassemble the car down to the very last nut and bolt. I don't tend to label and bag as much as I used to as I for the most part know exactly "what bolt goes where". The next step is to take a written inventory of any and all parts I feel I may need for the completion of the project. I use as few reproduction parts as possible but some (repop) parts I find necessary and / or prudent to utilize. I promptly seek and purchase all pieces I think I may need. I don't care to be held up simply because I can't locate a certain required piece on any day. I do tend to work on a number of assemblies simultaneously. Why? Well, I tend to get "burned out" if I spend countless hours / days working on (example) on fender. I tend to complete the chassis first as heck, it's the foundation of all to come afterward. While finishing the frame, I will also finish each subassembly. As an example, the brake backing plates will be fully restored and assembled. Another example? The brake / clutch pedal assembly will be fully restored. All of these subassemblies will have their respective fasteners placed with them in storage. And yes, I keep a very accurate inventory of what part is in what box and on what shelf. I believe you can picture how a chassis comes together easily for me. It so much fun (yeah, a sickness) to be able to work hours upon hours assembling the chassis with no interruptions as all the required pieces are finished, in a box, awaiting installation. Another benefit of this approach is when the chassis is assembled, it is all very fresh and pristine at the same moment. Okay, thanks for putting up with me thus far. Oh, I am 100% certain my restorations are not for everyone. They are without argument "over restored". However, only in the fit and finish are they over restored. Correct? I will discuss with anyone - anything, that they may feel is incorrect. Like I'd mentioned earlier, I continue to learn.
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Here's a couple of phots of the car I'd received. Upon initial inspection, it appeared to be beautiful. Isn't that often the case upon initial inspections?
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Then I disassemble the entire car. Many of the small pieces get media blasted ASAP. Some will get powder finished, many more will be painted.
The body, fenders, doors, etc. get sent out for plastic media blasting. Why? Plastic will not warp any sheet metal surface and unlike acid dipping, it will not come back to haunt you years later. Also, unlike acid dipping, heavy rust will not be removed with plastic beads. This is of no concern to me as I repair / replace and compromised sheet metal. The frame will get sand blasted - quite aggressively.
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Thanks for posting the start of your new restoration.It will be a great documentation for the owner as well as other interested folks. The time and effort you take to do this is much appreciated. Be sure and take photos of "the small stuff" as that's often taken for granted as stuff folks already know. Will be following you. Love the way you lay the parts out so neatly for photos. I hope you will be able to feature this as part of your book. It would be a wonderful eye-opener. Thanks. Jim
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As I'd said earlier, there always are "surprises" not seen upon initial inspection. This car was no different than any previously restored.
While the body shell, doors, hood, etc. are as beautiful as I'd thought, the floor, well, not so much. I can't quite grasp what happened to necessitate the repair but I can tell you it was done poorly at best. My guess is it was done decades ago when a coupe like this had very little value.
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I tend to be very methodical during the process of restoration. That method seemingly keeps me from having to do things twice.
I measure, then measure again, and again - whatever is necessary. I trial fit all parts before any finish is applied. All of the factory welds are removed and will be replaced when appropriate. I am using a reproduction tail pan as well as the rear most trunk floor. Both pieces are "okay" as delivered. Okay at best. Both took quite a bit of massaging to get to fit properly. The center floor pan is not available as reproduction and even though this one was beat up, it will be beautiful once reinstalled. Note the tool tray was very solid. Most of the authentic tar paper lining remained intact. This car was hit from behind at some point in its life. What I am unable to determine is why the floor was damaged as it was. the rear quarters have zero damage and zero repairs. The tail pan and rear most trunk floor were both damaged fairly bad. I gut tells me two distinct causes. Tail pan? Simple rear end type accident. Floor? Perhaps something very heavy was tossed in there? hey, it happens. I'd restored a '40 coupe about six years ago that was 100% rust and dent free. Beautiful car to start with. Trunk floor was dented so badly, sheet metal stretched... turns out the previous owner threw an engine block in the trunk!
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Wow. Thanks for posting the story so far mike. This is an excellent subject. While your and my approaches to restoration are at polar opposites, I really appreciate the way you do what you do.
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Leave it alone as much as possible and just take care of any mechanical/safety issues. As I said in a previous post talking about over restoration: I said "I tend to under restore my heaps". Lol.
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Mike, since you have already done many of these, you probably already have enough pictures for you to assemble a "restoration" book of your own for sale. All you would need to do is minimal text for your steps and of course the sequence. No need to go into detail how to shrink metal, weld, wet sand, paint etc. Would be easy after you have decided you have restored enough cars.
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I am currently preparing the frame for paint. Although a super nice frame - very straight and only a few pits, it did have the typical damage to a middle cross member.
I do repair all dings, waves, pits, etc. Then prime, wet sand and shoot single stage gloss black.
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Mike, I'm glad that you are making a distinction between a "how to restore" book and a "how did Henry make them" book. There are a lot of "how to restore" books and few "what was correct" books. Your efforts on behalf of a "factory correct" 1940 Ford are certainly appreciated. Once again, if you need any help putting the book together, let me know.
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Kube,that looks almost like a dual exhaust cut-out some time long ago!I know my 40 had duals on it some time or another and the drivers side has been motified for exhaust.
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Go for it, one of my favorite cars. I did a repaint in Black laquer, some new glass 37 DeSota bumpers etc. Nice car, sold it for 600 bucks, Raising a family, added another mouth.
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Thanks for taking the time to do a thread. A lot of work is involved in putting one together. It is like writing a book, but with very short chapters.
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[QUOTE=Karl;1820079]You guys Stateside are so lucky compared with Mart and I . You have a lot more access to correct parts than we do. In my case 12000 miles of shipping really whacks up the restoration costs. I have spend a lot of money making my cars look right but a fine points guy would spot many things wrong with all of them. For example on my Model A the generator looks correct but is 6 months younger than my car-Getting the correct generator out of the States is feasible but not economically viable when only one person in 10,000 here would identify it as correct.
Karl, I have often admired you guys from across the great pond. I've shipped a lot of parts in your direction and as you'd stated, the shipping costs are insane. I hope you are able to continue enjoying your hobby.
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Kube, Do you do all the restoration yourself? Example being for instance; the horns, generators and windings, rebuilding the clocks and parts like that? Where do you draw the line?
Once again, thanks for bringing us along. Mark
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I do most of the work. However, some things are simply out of my hands. Plating and most machining come to mind. I used to be able to do the engine machining when employed as a tool maker. Unfortunately, after I'd retired, I'd lost access to the necessary machines. Clocks you ask? More often than not, they simply need to be cleaned and lightly oiled. I do rebuild the horns myself as well as generators, starters, transmissions, differentials, etc. I now send my distributors, some fuel pumps and carburetors out to Charlie Schwendler. I used to do my own but find the minimal cost (of Charlie's work) along with the high quality, well, I just figure it is no longer worth my time / efforts to do them any longer. I don't mount my tires or cut my own glass.
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No doubt, Kubarth ("Kube") surely has restored an appreciable number of '39s and '40s over the last several years. I really don't understand how he is able to complete each in the seemingly-short time that he usually spends completing one. Of all the cars Mike has done over the years and has had judged, I've only managed to scrutinize two of his earlier restorations...the little blue coupe that shows in his avatar, and that now-infamous blue '40 Convert (with accompanying drink holder) that eventually ended-up selling out of the Dingman Collection for a reported $165K several years back. I remember Mike saying that that car judged ONLY 999 points, and that because of a 1-point deduction for two tiny pits in one of the rear axle housings. I honestly believe that the blue avatar coupe must surely be one of his favorites as Mike sold that coupe to someone in the northeast I believe, only to re-purchase it at a later date. I understand that he eventually sold it a second time, and have since heard that he would really like to have it back AGAIN. Almost kind of comical! But my whole point here is to express my thoughts about the extent of the detail and workmanship that Mike puts into these jewels by bringing attention to a couple of oft-overlooked and frequently forgotten areas for restoration. On the two "Kubarth" '40s that I'm familiar with above, you could look down past the roll-up windows in the doors and notice the result of what must have been some painstaking effort to make the insides and bottoms of those doors look just as pristine and finished as the paint on the fenders. Not only were the door innards a work of art, but the underside and rear of the instrument panel area along with the upper, inside of the dash (firewall) were finished every bit as nicely as any other part of the interior that shows in plain view. The guy seems to have this 1940 Ford restoration process about down to a science. I think that Mike really must be, by his own admission, one of those seriously-afflicted OCD types, as he seems to be the consummate artisan, always paying the utmost of attention to the minute details that make any "Kubarth Restoration" a significant work of note. DD
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What a wonderful opportunity! For rookies, like myself, describe, for example, the frame process....
media blasting, filing , sanding, paint..... Maybe I'm getting ahead of you. When I saw those horns, I was curious as to the steps of making them look so nice. Thank you for your time, it's one thing to do a restore, it's another to take time and post about it all along the way... |
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You'd asked about the process in regard to the frame... I start by removing all components from it. Then I clean away all the grease, etc. Then it's sand blasted quite aggressively. Once I am certain the frame is true, I begin to repair any bends, dings, etc. If there are "extra" holes that don't belong in a restored frame, those get welded shut and metal finished smooth. This frame required one of the middle cross braces to be replaced. The replacement was riveted in as was authentic. Then I prime and sand. I prepare my frames as I prepare hoods, fenders, etc. As most realize, the proper preparation is paramount to a beautiful finished result. Then, I prime and sand again. This was a rather nice frame to begin with. Very few pits and other than that damaged brace, little other repair work was required. Tomorrow I will wipe this down with Pre-Cleano one more time and shoot...
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Nice ..wish I had more free Time & Garage space to work on mine..
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So, I'll chalk this up to coincidence. Very cool Dave. Thanks for sharing! What's your frame going to end up under?
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Mike, Nice work! those frames sure are a pain to sand all the little crevices to remove the pitting, as you know. Assembly seems to be the easy part on a Early Ford V-8, but the sanding, blocking and paint related tasks are where he work really is in my opinion.
On a side note, what brand primer do you use? Also what about paint? If you have never checked out Tamco Paint, I would recommend it highly as it seems to out surpass the PPG counterparts. I would bet most everything I own that that beautiful frame David posted a photo of was done with Tamco Products. Hat's off to you, and excellent work! |
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Under these things, but there is a fundamental difference in that what you show is your handiwork and in my photos, the handiwork is that of a couple of long-time good friends who happen to be world-class painters and paint preparers. My role is researcher, parts finder, and final assembler where the devil in the details. Last edited by DavidG; 11-13-2019 at 09:31 PM. |
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You are of course correct in regard to the task of sanding these frames. I could check my notes but off the top of my head, I'd say I have well over 100 hours in this frame to date. And to think this was a nice frame to begin with! I've been using ChromaBase primer and Nason Ful-Thane color for years upon years. Cost is reasonable and it has proven to last very well for years upon years. I doubt I'll change but appreciate your advice. This stuff has worked so well, for so very long... plus, I know just how to handle it.
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My gosh man! Good for you!
Ya know, you'd made a comment in an earlier post that "I am not alone". You are correct but beyond you and I, well, we might be alone I've had more than one person suggest that you and I are the only two remaining doing this type of (read OCD) work. Here's a photo of the inside of the cab on that '40 PU I'd recently completed. I ask you: How many guys (other than the two of us) that block out the interiors?
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Mike, as with anything when you find something that works, stick with it! Out of curiosity do you use Nason on the sheet metal as well?
I haven’t sprayed much DuPont products other than some chromabase (base coat) as it’s hard to find around here. I assume Nason is a DuPont product? Again excellent work in a world where most frames receive krylon from walmart! |
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Re. the '40 p.u.; super duper! |
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On the frame, what do you do to ensure the doubled up area in the rear mostly, is clean? I find it very hard to clean, and even harder to paint properly. Is separating them an option? Thank you, Ralph |
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Wow! Some nice looking paint jobs in this thread! I love watching people progress from rust and dents to glass like finishes! Watching...
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I was wondering how you eliminated blow back and bare spots when painting into an enclosed frame pocket. I still use a siphon gun on sheet metal topcoats even though I do have a high quality HVLP gun. The time involved in prep work and the cost of paint is such I am chicken to take a chance with something I am not completely used to. I still use the same siphon gun I bought in 1972 (DeVilbiss JGA 502).
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The Nason is simply that - Nason. No affiliation with DuPont that I am aware of. I've been using DuPont Chromabase on the sheet metal for the last six cars or so. Typically four coats of color and three or four coats of clear. I figure on sanding off one coat of clear prior to buffing. I have learned to manage the ChromaBase fairly well and have grown comfortable with it.
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Sorry but now the project as always slows. The body work takes more time than any other part of my restorations. I'd mentioned in an earlier post that to keep me fairly sane, I will often prepare subassemblies while the body work continues - just for a little break in the action.
In the past week, I'd managed to complete quite a few things. The horn / bracket assembly as well as the headlamp bucket assemblies are ready to install. Some of you may note all of the requisite hardware is in place. Once I start assembling the car, I like to stay in the assembly mode and not have to switch in (and out of) the search mode.
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The body work is going along actually quite well. In a different thread here on the Barn, the question was raised as to the quality of the reproduction rear tool tray pan.
Well, let's say it's "okay". Better than what I had for certain. Still, it required a lot of work to get it to fit properly. this one came from Pacific Parts. I do not know if they supply Drake and Carpenter. If you look at the photos carefully, you'll see I had to cut each side near the fender mount and move the panel in. About 1/8" was required on the left side, nearly 1/4" on the right side. My guess is most guys would simply install this pan and figure "good enough". Me? I can't seem to force myself to accept "good enough". This pan was simply too wide. From my experience as a tool maker, it appears to have been formed poorly. Anyway, it's welded up and the shape and width are now correct for a '40 Ford.
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Managed to get the backing plate assemblies done as well. I have found it so much easier to have these ready to install to the spindles and rear axle housings as assemblies than build them on the chassis.
I did have to shorten the spring that is over the brake cable. The reproduction is fit with a spring at each end that is considerably longer than it was authentically and will cause issues if left as received.
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Made a bit more progress this past week. Ya laugh but here goes:
The trunk lid did not fit as well as I would like. It was in fact too close in many areas to the body. You can note in the photos some of my inked marks as to where I needed to cut the edges and where I needed to add to them. Now the lid fits beautifully. Back fenders? I ended up cutting the flange that the attachment bolts go through in order to match the curve of the fenders with the curve of the body. Yes, the welt would conceal most of this mismatch but I'd know it was lurking. So, cutting the "flange" in a number of spots allowed me to move the fender around to where I was happy with it. Yes guys... it is a sickness
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Nice work, Mike.
I can relate to this type of effort. We often have to remove thin sections of fenders not originally from the subject project car to ensure proper fit and once in a while even if the fender was original equipment to the car. At times seriously original car bodies with original paint intact will show evidence of in-plant sheet metal 'adjustments'. Serious hammers were standard equipment in assembly plants until numerical control equipment minimized sheet metal variations that were previously inevitable in stamping operations. |
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Excellent work and discussion. It's good for all of us to know what it takes. How much of it we choose to apply is up to us, but at least we know what to do.
Thanks Mike (and the other contributors adding their thoughts). |
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I went through the then-new Corvette factory in Bowling Green, Ky. back in September of 1982. It was amazing as we got toward the end of the line, to watch some of the beating-on, bending, jerking-on, tugging and whanging with fists and open palms to make various components fit something like the original design called for. Barbaric process for sure, yet most of 'em didn't look too shabby going out the big door. DD |
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I think it's really cool that "Kube" is willing to share his knowledge and show the results with others. Lots of folks take it all with them on their last ride.
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Is this my last ride? Oh my gosh! I didn't realize that. ARGGGHHHH!
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Yikes, NO....can't be!! TOO much still left to do. DD |
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A Nason paint system was mentioned previously. I think they are now under the Axalta banner along with Dupont coatings by brand names. Dupont coatings was spun off some years ago to Axalta. I was around Nason way back when I worked in a NAPA warehouse while going to aviation school but I've not used any of there stuff. It's been a while since I used Imron Elite but it and Chromabase are also Axalta products now days.
I sort of avoid painting the helicopters now days because it's so much work with a million rivets to block around. Because of this, I'm well aware how much fun the frames and interior pieces would be to refinish. My hat is off to those that make the attempt. |
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Hi Mike, I just found your thread on the restoration. Count me in. Thanks Larry
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I probably should have photographed the process of replacing the torque tube bearing but once I was immersed in that project, I didn't "look up" until I was done. I am so happy I relieved my wallet years ago when offered the KR Wilson tools dedicated for this task.
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I'll bet it's cool to use tools specifically made for the task.
I search and search for a good deal on them. I completely understand what u mean when u say "relieve your wallet" I ended up making some of the tools I used in rebuilding my Columbia. It's been a few years now since the rebuild and I've never had an issue with it since. Of course with the info from the guys on here it makes it a bit easier to achieve. |
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I have my torque tubes powder coated on the outside and since they have been sandblasted inside and out, I Glyptol the inside of the tube so it won't rust. It is really effortless to pull in the new center bearing with the KRW tool. I sight down and line up the arrow on the tool with the hole for the grease fitting, wipe a little liquid soap on the outer rubber donut and it slides in up to the stop very easily, dead on the grease hole in the T tube with the grease hole in the rubber donut.
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I will get to that later today.
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The one I made is pretty much like the KRW and didn't cost much. This is a link to one that is similar to mine. Mine is more refined since I have a lot of resources at hand. The KRW stuff will cost more in money but less in time. Both get the job done.
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Pictures of KRW Torque Tube center bearing tool.[IMG][/IMG]
[/IMG] Note the end the bearing goes on is solid with the shaft and has a square notch that a square rubber protrusion (which is in line with grease hole in the rubber) from the rubber the bearing is encased in locks the bearing so it cannot spin on the shaft. At the transmission bell end note that the disk has an arrow to line up the tool with the grease fitting hole, I temporarily install a new grease fitting to more easily sight down and line up the tool. Also notice the groove in the shaft and the pin in the disk that prohibits the disk from turning on the shaft and prevents the shaft from turning relative to the disk. These things are what makes the tool so easy to use and accurate. Last edited by deuce_roadster; 12-20-2019 at 04:31 PM. Reason: added pictures, more text |
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Thanks for sharing! Now about 200 of us can be on the look-out for one..... hahaha
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There is also a similar KRW tool for removing the old center bearing. This tool will allow you to remove the bearing without damaging it. Usually they are beyond reusing but occasionally one is still nice enough to use over.
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I have taken a few bearings out where the bearing look OK but the rubber was like bubble gum.
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Rubber in it's natural form, doesn't have a very long life span even if kept in controlled environments. Neoprene lasts longer but is still life limited and vulnerable to ozone and some solvents. The fluorocarbon and fluorosilicon elastomers have the longest shelf and working life but they are more expensive to produce. Both were developed in the mid 50s due to a need for low and high temp seals for aerospace applications with good swell resistance to lubricants and solvents. If they could use more modern elastomers, to reproduce stuff like this then it would last a very long time. I'm not sure what is used on the ones Skip sells but it is likely neoprene.
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Skip Haney sent me instructions along with the center bearing on how to install the bearing with a tool fabricated from PVC pipe. Worked great and was cheap to make! used it on my '40 pickup.
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Is Skip's bearing a sealed bearing or is the grease fitting on the TT still in play?
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I might, if time allows, complete the differential today. If so, I'll post that stuff. Merry Christmas to all! Let's hope 2020 is bright, peaceful and we all stay healthy.
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The photos that I've seen indicate that is has a grease port on the outer race.
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Mike, I would tend to say that all steps even mundane ones you take are interesting due to the exactness and quality of your work.
Merry Christmas to you and " Let's hope 2020 is bright, peaceful and we all stay healthy" that would be the best gift of all! Thanks! |
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Merry Christmas to you Mike and all the other '40 Ford lovers. Best looking old Ford that Henry ever built.
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It has been a while, but I think it is a sealed bearing. although I do remember lining up for the fitting.
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Good day fellas!
Now that the seasonal rush is over, I should have a little more time to "play". I'm certain most of you can understand the need to get your hands dirty. I did manage to get the differential together along with the Columbia overdrive. Went to install the (finished) radius rods and discovered a huge oversight on my part. The right rod was bent where it bolts to the axle housing. ARGGHH! How I missed this is beyond me but I did - a certain "Bozo" moment. That set me back as I really wanted to have this entire assembly tucked beneath the car by now. Just plain stupid at times Today I am planning on wrapping the springs. I'll try to remember to take a few photos of that process. It's tedious work but in my opinion worth the efforts.
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Managed to get the rims painted yesterday. I wish all the rims I restore were as nice as these. Not a pit nor ding on any of them.
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Hey, Kube, tell us about your setup..... dedicated paint room? dirty tear down area? clean storage area?
Thanks for the update and keep telling us about your process.... The rims looks wonderful
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All of the disassembly is done in another area away from this room. Again, NOT the best situation but I have managed to make it work. Yes, you can read bull headed stubbornness in to that VERY clean storage area.
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Installed the spring perch pins yesterday as well as the spring covers.
I always install NOS (OEM) springs o restore the proper / designed height and handling characteristics to the vehicle. I clean and powder finish the individual leaf's and apply a thin coat of fifth axle grease between each leaf upon assembly. The KRW tool makes installing the pins a breeze - perhaps 5 minutes each maximum. The covers were NOS, my last set. Note the spring must be flat in order to install these. The entire job took a bit more than three hours.
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Very cool Kube. You do some impressive work.
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Kube, Happy 2020. Thanks for posting the photos of how you install the spring covers. I never knew how it was done. Sure is a neat spring holder (flattener) device. You sure do a 100 point restoration that a lucky customer will enjoy.
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Somehow I just discovered this thread, so I ushered in 2020 binge reading. Thanks for sharing your expertise and approach to turning out cars that most of us only dream about. Subscribed from here out...
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Guys, thanks for the kind words.
I can't take credit for the spring "jig". It's kind of a copy of the KR Wilson fixture. The only thing I'd wish I'd done differently is make the bottom channel out of aluminum. Of course, when I made this, I was younger (stronger). It seems the older I get, the heavier stuff becomes. Hmmm??? happy new year to all!
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Mike,
I have a set of shackle bushings to do and was considering making a tool like that out of an old C clamp, or possibly making adapters for my ball joint press. Do you have any better pictures of it? Thanks, Ralph |
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On occasion, these are offered on eBay. They seem to go in the $250+ range without the adapters. The adapters can be made easy enough if a guy has decent lathe skills. I am not certain how a C-clamp might work as there needs to be a bushing at the "far end" to center the installation of the pin.
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It has VERY fine looking threads too.....more torque?
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When I did my rear spring on my AV8, I had a new spring, but drive in new pins with a tool/hammer. Not the best way, but spring was warm and I put bushings outside at -30, so it went ok.
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Ralph, the spring ends are easier because it can open up as pressure is being applied. It is a whole different story on the rear axle housings and front end parts as Kube explained there is less room. I have the KRW tool and remember what a war it was before I got it. I don't think a C clamp frame is ridged enough for doing the hard (solid steel hole areas) the KRW tool is VERY stout.
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Does this help? Let me know please. Note the bushing on the working end is both internally relived as well as threaded. It gets threaded on to the pin until it bottoms out against the pin body. That way, both the pin and body are pressed simultaneously. The other end fits nearly size for size within the "far end" of the tool. That bushing is relieved so it fits nearly size for size within the perch and spring ends. Of course, the inside of this bushing is relieved to allow the pin to enter it during installation.
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Thank you! Yes that helps. The tool that I used to hammer the bushing in before is kind of the same way it screws onto the stud and then bottoms out on the sleeve so that you press the bushing in all as one piece. Maybe I can modify that and make it work on a screw type press.
I have a friend with a lathe and I believe that he could make the sleeve for the other end without any problems. These bushings are going in a 1947 front and and as you say the only drawback is getting a tool that will fit with the axle /wishbone assembly in place. |
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For what it's worth I once improvised a press for the rear axle perch bushings on the 33. I put the bushes in the spring using a good bench vise. I couldn't do that with the axle so took the vise to the axle. It worked well.
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This kit can be modified for many uses. Pushing out & pulling in wheel studs is just one. It may be able to be modified for shackles https://www.harborfreight.com/ball-j...les-63279.html
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Nope, I haven't stopped working on this coupe - just not much interesting to report. At this point ALL of the metal work is done. Now it's down to the finish work. The roof was the last part to metal finish - that got completed today.
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Could be metalworking rust pits. I did a lot of that on my avatar roadster, hadn't thought of hail damage. Don't see that in this area.
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You got it! Very small rust pits.
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So, how do you treat the small rust spots, spot sandblast or chemically?
I would also like to see more pictures of the tailpan and toolbox replacement. I have that repair to deal with on my '37 coupe. Thanks for taking us along on this project. |
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First, the entire body gets (plastic) bead blasted. The pros of this method? NO warping and NO pitting of the sheet metal. The cons? It won't remove rust. On the plus side, it makes it that much easier to see even the smallest rust spot for proper repair / metal replacement. I do some sand blasting. Areas like the gutters and other difficult areas to access. I never use any chemical stripping agents on any part that has lapped sheet metal or other area(s) that may have the (remote) possibility the chemical may not be thoroughly cleansed. Too many times, I've seen chemicals come back to "haunt" an otherwise beautiful paint job. It can take years but it too often can have disastrous effects. In my opinion - why chance it? I'll see what I can find for the tail pan R&R. I will strongly advise you to remove the old pan by spot facing ALL of the authentic spot welds and removing the lead at the factory seam. Also, only tack the new pan in place and fit both the trunk lid, the trunk latch and both rear fenders before committing to the pan's installation. The pans I'd purchased from Drake many years ago were very nice and required very little to fit properly. The current pans on the market are "okay" at best and require some serious modification to fit the way I demand of my own work.
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Zeke,
These three photos were all I took of the rear pan installation. What is not shown is the fact I needed to remove approximately 3/16" vertically from both sides of the pan where it bolts to the fenders. Simply put, the repop pan was a tad wider than the authentic pan. There was also some modification required where the lip the rubber seal goes on meets the adjoining lip of the body. The lip on the repop pan was much taller than the authentic pan. Easy fix but something to watch for.
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Excellent work Mike. Thanks for taking the effort to post up the pics.
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Kube, thank you for the additional information. I remembered you had said earlier in the thread about plastic bead blasting the sheet metal. I was not aware of the limitation this process not removing rust.
I also understand your concern about chemical stripping with seams and lapped joints, I have seen the telltale signs of the chemical leaching out of seams years after the body was dipped. I think my options for a repop tailpan for a 37 coupe are pretty limited, EMS or make it myself. I did find an article in an old V-8 Times issue discussing how a fellow made a repair tail pan panel. That will be a challenge. Again, thanks for putting this thread together. I enjoy following along. |
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I used the EMS pan on a '37 and it is a good starting point. It does take some maneuvering to get it to fit. The lip for the rubber seal is definitely too wide and will need trimming. Unless they have changed, they do not put the bumper iron cutouts in the pan. I'm not sure, but I thought that McPherson College in Kansas was making some panels for '37 in their restoration shop.
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Great work as always, Mike.
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TJ, I will follow up on that tip.
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Gosh Dave, coming from you means a ton to me. Thank you.
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Yikes! I kind of forgot about this thread. Things like "life" got in the way I suppose.
Here's a little "catch up" on how this project is proceeding. Time to dedicate to it has been sparse recently. However, I have managed to get a number of things completed. The dash, steering wheel, column, all window bezels, etc. are done. Body has now had the second prime done and for the most part, it's blocked out. One more coat of prime, another block and wet sand should be enough.
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For sure! That would be cool. Ready to learn! Thanks
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This is the definition of perfection. What color are you going with Mike?
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THIS...…..is the definition of "Perfection"! This is a convertible Mike did several years ago. This car since sold at a Sotheby's Auction for $165K....and you heard that correctly! This is the car that Mike now jokingly refers to as the one that was docked 1 point, which resulted in a score of 999 because of two tiny pits a judge found on one of the rear axle bells. Kubarth does some nice stuff, no? DD ……………….. |
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Kube, do you keep track of the hours you spend on a restoration?
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Today is kind of exciting for me. Sprayed a light guide coat on yesterday and began the wet sand process today. Once I have the entire body sanded out, I'll do another guide coat and repeat the wet sand process.
I sand in four directions which ultimately provides a STRAIGHT body regardless of the angle one may look at it.
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Kube….I'm gonna show my possible dumbness here, or at least some long-term memory loss, but do all '40s have that double "hole/slot" at every fender bolt location (as seen in your pic) or is that something you possibly dreamed-up to aid in perfectly aligning the fenders to the requisite "Kubarth Standard"? That's gonna be another "sweetie" straight out of Wisconsin. DD
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The nut for the rear fender bolt is on a special clip that is held by the rectangular hole, bolt goes through the round hole. I don't know if other years use this or not. 39 might. 40 is my newest old Ford.
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Thanks Mike! I just didn't remember seeing that slot configuration in the past. Dick D
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Like many others, I am in awe of your work. I hope to someday see your work in person.
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Wow great work ,
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Mike your work is subpar and is subject. Hahaha, just a stupid joke. Brilliant work. Thanks for sharing.
I did mean subject (something we talk about "a person or thing that is being discussed, described, or dealt with".). Humor is subjective. For me that can be hit or miss. I didn't want to add nonsense explaining this on Kubes thread with a new post. So I replied in this post. Amazing work!!! as always. Last edited by Tinker; 04-17-2020 at 09:30 PM. |
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Hey Mike! You are correct about '39 having the same clips. Here's a photo of a '40 coupe I did last year or the year before. Gosh, time flies...
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I want to thank all of you guys for the very kind responses.
I do not feel worthy of them. I'm just a guy with a case of OCD that has been fortunate in the way it (the OCD) has manifested itself. Still, you guys are appreciated! Thank you all...
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Oh the raw fingertips. Sanding around all the rivets on an aircraft fuselage always made my hands a little too soft. There wasn't much skin left after getting things all blocked & smooth. The cars aren't as bad but it still takes its toll.
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Look at the lengths that this maniac with OCD goes to....notice the white wrap on the rear housing and spring for protection. It's no wonder these things finish-up so damned nice! DD
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Getting mighty close to some color! Just finishing the first phase of wet sanding. Floor pans are tedious and as such got left for last.
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Looking good!
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Got the floor and inside painted today. After it cures for a day or two, I'll paint the bottom of the floors.
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I too always got really excited once all traces of dirt, rust and grunge were history, the paint was cured and slick WITHOUT runs, your fingernails were finally clean and presentable again, and you could leisurely sit down and begin gluing cool stuff back together again. Looks like you're getting close to completing another one for the books! DD |
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So IT does exist! Amazing. I'll need to see it in (in)action some day - just to confirm the reailty.
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Lol, love it!
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Got the bottom painted today.
Guys, at my age, this is porn
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The detail and lengths you go is really something.
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Something = insanity .
Still, I am happily insane.
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You may want to rethink that. Ya know, if the gap widens in our respective ages, one of us is no longer breathing.
Me? I'd prefer the gap in ages remains exactly as it currently is.
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Tomorrow is a sweet day for me... all ready to apply some color.
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Excellent. Unless it's proprietary info, please let us know what color, brand and type of paint you use. Thanks.
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CroMax base. Folkstone gray.
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You do such nice work, Kube ......
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Very nice Mike. Mr Kube.
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Thanks for the kind comments guys.
Ya know, I truly enjoy these projects. Not really "work", well, for the most part anyway. Occasionally I want to pull my hair out. I refrain as I figure at my age, pulled out and it ain't growing back... I am hoping that by this evening I'll be the proud poppa of a shiny gray coupe
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Wishing you all the best when you pull the trigger.
My 40 was orginally Folkstone Grey. Nice color. |
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Just found this thread , thanks for taking the time and effort to do it. I am really enjoying it.
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Oh happy day!
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Just WOW, Kubarth! It WAS a good day!! DD
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Mike, I see an 1/8 inch drip right below the end of the drip rail.
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Mike, Sorry. Didn't mean for your heart to skip a beat.
Is this how you do it? Is water borne basecoat/ clear coat hard to do? https://www.cromax.com/eu/en_GB/prod...-basecoat.html |
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Love the color, in the mid 70's I had a 1/2 ton pickup that color with red pin striping. And, in light surface rust above the windshield you could see..."U.S. MAIL"
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It must be nice to be able to pick which 1000 point restored '40 Ford coupe to drive just by the color!
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That, is flathead Art! Prettier than a Picasso in my book.
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You put it on a little heavier than I do. I stop at three coats but it's probably due to the rivets that are on a lot of my projects. Paint likes to sag around rivets. I'm well acquainted with nib files and fine sand paper these days. My hand isn't as steady as it used to be. I may have to try some Chromabase single stage sometime. I have used the Imron Elite but it's not the same as the old stuff. The Imron AF400 is getting too expensive. It's all Axalta stuff now.
I also use the Sherwin Williams Acry Glo stuff sometimes. It depends on what the customer wants. The old 40 is lookin good. |
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Good morning guys!
Finally have the body buffed out. I am eager to put it on the frame but will wait until I have the engine and exhaust in and running properly. Once the body is down... look out! I haven't finished a '39 or '40 in Folkstone in about fifteen years or so. I'm really enjoying the change of pace. I believe the contrast between the (mostly) gloss black chassis and the gray floor pans will be a wonderful sight.
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Looking great!
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Mike,
That is simply beautiful, as others have stated so well.
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No pressure Mike, but any updates? Hope it's all comin' along as planned.
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Use a Devillbiss gun. I'd have to check model number if you'd so desire. Air dryer and water trap plus I have the lines routed at a downward slope along the rear wall of the spray area. Every four feet there is a lateral "trap"- a pipe that goes nearly to the floor with a levered drain valve at the bottom. There are four of these on the way to the end where I hook up for air supply. Not my idea but one I found on the good ol' Web. It works wonderfully. On the inside floors, inside fenders, inside hood, inside trunk lid, etc. all surfaces are prepared just like the top of the hood. So yep, same as the rest of the body. Buffing? ALL painted surfaces are blocked after painting and buffed. The "inside" of the floor gets just a tad less IF the paint is laid down very well.
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Sorry I haven't kept up to date with this thread.
The chassis is complete sans the engine. That will be back from the machine shop next week. I'll have it together quickly thereafter. Then, I'll install the engine, transmission & exhaust system. Once that's running the way I like it, the body will go on the frame. It (body) is already painted & buffed. I prefer to be 100% certain all mechanical features are operating properly prior to doing the body drop. I have perhaps 99% of the remaining parts to complete this restoration restored and cataloged for installation when their respective time comes. I still have to upholster the seat back rest cushions. The doors, hood and trunk lid are 100% ready to be painted. The front fenders require a bit more blocking but are very close. The rear fenders have the metal work completed. All the body parts have been fit to the body already so once the finish work is done, it's straight to paint. I must admit, I am quite eager to drop the body
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It's looking great, Mike. Thanks for laying out the thought process and planning behind the build.
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Thank you Mike for keeping us all informed.
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Thanks for bringing us along. I really enjoy looking at your work and progress.
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Great stuff as always. No doubt on your consistency Mike. No doubt your rides drive as intended.
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Beautiful work Mike and great fun to watch the progress! Thanks for taking the time to do the posts.
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FINALLY got the engine back from the machine shop last Sunday. They are good but painfully slow - 6 1/2 months slow.
I'm not one to sit around so in the meantime, other things have been getting done to further this project along. I haven't been able to paint as I have the completed body (shell) in the paint area. I hope to be able to drop the body on the chassis late this week.
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Looking Good Kube! Was just thinking about you and this thread the order day, great to see another update.
I know what you mean about that wait at the machine shop. I just had my first experience with one last week. What I was told would be 3 days ended up being 2 weeks....was worth it tho knowing the guy does good work although slow. |
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Looks great, Mike. Really spotless.
Can i just ask people in general that if they ever look at my stuff, not to do it immediately after looking at Mike's stuff. Thanks. |
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I am a big wrap for both you and Kube.
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Have the chassis prepared to drop the body next Monday. Earlier today, I was thinking back to the days when two of us could lift and place the body down. Those days are longggg gone
Monday, there will be four of us. I used up my last remaining NOS exhaust system on this coupe.
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Gosh Mike, that's beautiful. A great example to all restorers.
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Thanks
Are there any restorers remaining? I fear I am the last (or close to it) of a dying breed. Makes me sad to realize our hobby is not what it once was.
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I really hope that's not two TINY little pits I'm seeing on that rear end! Otherwise, GORGEOUS...………….just like we've all come to expect out of any Kubarth restoration. DD
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It's always a relief when the body is down and there were no mishaps along the way.
Next step? I'll get the doors painted (they're ready to shoot) so I can install them and bolt the body down.
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Wow....Another brand new eighty-year-old Ford about to begin the trip all over again, leading the 'good' life this time around. Once again.....'Perfection' out of Kubarth Acres! Very soon now, you WILL be duplicating THIS picture below, correct? DD
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Mamma Mia you do stellar work, Mike!
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Just stunning Mike as usual!!!!
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Guys, thanks a ton for the nice comments. Truthfully, I'm never 100% happy with what I do and don't feel worthy of your affirmations.
I DO appreciate them - just don't feel worthy... I love this hobby.
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You must love it Mike, it's obvious to anyone looking. I think you're doing a wonderful job. Certainly a level of quality I could never attain.
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I really appreciate your talent that you put forth into these cars. Your attention to detail is beyond any person I’ve ever met. You have a gift. Thanks for sharing.
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At 89 I'm still interested in the process but sadly I just can't do the physical work anymore. I'm looking forward to your progress.
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I keep moving forward. Bouncing around a little just to keep it fun.
Even though I have the patterns from Ford for the tool tray liners, it's still quite the task to install them neatly. I'd painted a lot of "little" parts the other day. Grille louvers, trunk lid supports, hood hinges, etc. Also got the rear side of the doors painted. Tomorrow I'll paint the outside of the doors. Once I get the doors sanded and polished, I'll hang them and adjust the body (pads) as might be necessary. I always test fit everything at least once. I only place a thin piece of webbing between the frame and body when fitting. Once the body has been painted and polished, I install the correct pads between the body and frame. With all the test fitting, I have yet to have a car go together without at least a tiny bit of shimming.
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Looking at the underside of that car, I can see why you would never want to drive them!
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They certainly don't stay in like new condition without taking the steps to preserve them that way. It isn't often that any car gets to start over like this. An easy button is not in the picture for full on restorations. I sure wish it was but wishing doesn't get the job done.
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Rarely is it necessary to actually shim to achieve the final (acceptable) gaps. Typically I may have to pull one mounting bolt down a bit more or back one off. I have had to (frequently) scrape paint away from the back of a door hinge(s) where it fastened to body. Hard to believe even after all of these projects that the paint thickness can make a difference in the gap.
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Interesting subject! Paint can cause several points of consideration in an automobile, like what Kube states above. Many of us have found-out the hard way that paint can insulate electrical GROUND circuits or surfaces. And interestingly, depending on how much painted surface, and how many coats and what types have been applied to such, you can end-up adding some noticeable weight to a vehicle. It's not unheard of, depending on paint scheme, for some of the largest wide-body airline type aircraft to end-up with over a thousand pounds of paint being applied to one airplane. DD |
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Kind of been "bouncing around" on this project in the past week or so.
I did manage to get the inside of the rear fenders painted and plan on shooting the outside on Tuesday. Doors are painted on both sides and the hood only needs to be tacked and squirted. Got a lot of the engine built up. Once the rear fenders are painted, I'll buff the doors and fenders and hang the doors.
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This one has been fun for the most part. I've never done a Folkstone Gray coupe before. As soon as this one is near completion, I'll be starting on another '40 convertible.
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Hey, it's been about eight weeks since I'd posted on this thread. Nope, the restoration has not been completed. However, I've made a lot of progress.
Headliner is in, trunk is trimmed out, rear 'seating area" is nearly trimmed. Oh, all the painting is done except the trunk lid. I wasn't quite happy with the way the lid fit so welded up both sides (vertical edges) adding about 1/8" to the lip on each side. I'm glad in retrospect i took the time as the lid now fits beautifully. The latch catches under the weight of the lid alone.
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Coming along nicely.
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Looks like a nice solid floor to start with. Great stuff Mike!
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Look closer at the "before" photo and you'll note the entire thing (floor) had been cut apart and welded (with a coat hanger I believe).
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Kube, so did you cut the panels out and TIG or MIG weld the panels back in or replace the whole floor? Also, when you added material for the trunk lid edge, what process did you use? I have a lot of rust repair on my '37 to tackle. I am trying to build up my skills on items that will not be visible before I attempt the more obvious areas.
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I do cut out as much of the floor as necessary. The front section (floor) of this car was pretty decent so I left it in and repaired as necessary. A lot of bumping and filing but little rust to deal with. This car had a decent tail pan - decent. However, as I had to do a LOT of work on the trunk floor as well as the auxiliary seat area floor, it (tail pan with trunk pan) was replaced. The pan beneath the auxiliary seat area is not reproduced and as such, that took a lot of effort to make it as new once again. A number of new pieces were fabricated. I MIG all of the sheet metal. Slowly of course, an inch or so here and then and inch or so "over there". I allow plenty of time for each are to cool back to room temperature prior to going any further with the welding. I butt weld where the pan requires (as authentic) a one piece appearance. There are a couple of lap joint welds on some of these cars. When one is encountered, I mimic that. Welding the edge of a trunk lid is easy but very time consuming. Here too, I MIG. Once I believe I am done, I'll grind the newly placed welds down and occasionally need to add more in a spot or three. Hope this helps...
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Was your carburetor done by Charlie ny, or did you restore it ? Were they that natural color originally ? I ask, because I've seen some later NOS Holley two barrel carbs from '55 and '56 that had been di-chromated a pale green'ish color. Thanks, Sal |
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Kube, that is a big help. I have been trying to butt weld my patches in with a 110v MIG machine. I usually go one spot at a time and jump around to allow the welds to cool. Lately I have been having more problems with blowing a hole in the base metal, even with the welder set as low as it will go. Then I end up with a mess trying to fill the hole.
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The authentic plating for 1939 - 1940 was pretty much what you see on this car. However, as you know better than most, there were slight variations. I've seen some NOS carbs that has a slight pinkish tint and others a slight bluish tint. Perhaps what I see as bluish, you see as greenish.
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I am using 0.023" wire with Argon/CO2 mix.
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I bought a few interior kits from LB about a year before they announced their impending implosion. Not certain how many more restorations I'll be doing. Of course I was saying that 12 - 14 cars ago
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A little more progress that without a fellow Barn member (Mike D.) I am not so certain I could have accomplished.
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Mike, thanks for the shout out! Was more then happy to assist you with some information and measurements.
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Here's why I prefer to paint the cars in color... I really enjoy the contrast, especially beneath the car.
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I can see your point on the contrast between the chassis and the body.
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Is the tool tray lined with the same material used to insulate the inside of the trunk lid on a 40? If so, do you have a picture of a completed tool tray area?
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Yes sir, the same material. The photo attached is from a '39 coupe I'd restored. Same as a '40 in this regard.
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Bob, Here's a couple from this particular car.
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Thanks, that's what I was looking for. By the way, great restoration. I appreciate you sharing the process with everyone, its great.
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Working on two restorations now so the progress on the coupe has slowed a bit. I did manage to get both doors installed. Latches, weather-strips, etc. all in and fit well.
Got the trunk lid installed today along with the associated pieces. Welded the vertical sides up perhaps 3/16". Looks so much better than the factory fit in relation to the body. Very time consuming but worth the effort in my opinion.
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For the rest of us mere mortals, try to imagine how Mike gets that brand new black insulation material between the stamped bracing and the outer skin.....wrinkle-free, no less! I'll say it again....the guy is an ANIMAL! DD |
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Keep in mind this part is most certainly over restoring. Ford, like myself, placed the insulation between the inner and outer structures. However, Ford did not mask the paper. They painted right over it. Over the years much of the authentic paint was absorbed and / or simply flaked off. The difficult part (not too bad really) is splicing the insulation where it (seams) can't be detected. Drake reproduces this insulation - it is VERY nice. However, in this instance, the repop stuff isn't wide enough and thus, must be spliced.
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Thanks Kube, I hadn't thought about removing the inner structure from the outer structure of the trunk lid. My 37 trunk lid will need some repairs, due to earlier modifications by a previous owner and a little rust. Are the two attached by spot welds around the edge?
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Wow, not for the faint of heart. Do you use filler metal to create a new edge then? I remember from one of your earlier posts that you reworked the trunk lid to make them fit better. With apologies to Paul Harvey, now for the rest of the story...
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12-11-2020, 05:24 PM | #344 |
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I'm honored to tell everyone even though its under the car and can't be seem "Kube" restored my Columbia!
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12-15-2020, 08:25 PM | #345 |
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I've had a few guys ask me what I use for sound deadening, etc. I have always used the foil lined insulation available at any decent builder supply house. Very economical, holds up extremely well and is easy to install.
I also install a moisture barrier on the doors. I was taught to do this by an "old timer" that owned and operated an upholstery shop for better than fifty years. The barrier is most likely not necessary, especially considering these cars rarely, if ever get driven and certainly not in rain! Still, can't hurt...
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12-16-2020, 12:53 AM | #347 |
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Hi Mike,
Sounds like a year of good information and methods. I would enjoy it for sure,,,,,,,,,PHIL |
12-16-2020, 08:55 AM | #348 |
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Just one piece. It's fairly thick.
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03-31-2021, 05:59 PM | #349 |
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I have been so very negligent in keeping up with this thread. For that I apologize.
Seems that life (in general) and restoring another '40 convertible simultaneously with this coupe also kinda gets in the way. Anyways, the coupe is coming along nicely. And, although I've stated this in the past, I'm gonna do it again... I really prefer colored bodies vs. black as the detail found in the contrast just makes me smile.
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03-31-2021, 06:19 PM | #350 |
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Mike, as usual, first rate stuff you are doing. It's looking great !
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Definitely always great to see guys who want to keep 40's alive and I appreciate being able to see more of the one car I really love on the road. My hat's off to you and your fine work. It must be exhausting finding parts to restore one. Nothing prettier than 32 and 40 Fords.
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04-13-2021, 02:39 PM | #352 |
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Little by little.
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04-13-2021, 03:00 PM | #353 |
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Thanks for the bench mark photos Mike, How do you keep your fastener finishes from getting marred up??? Do you tape your screwdriver ends, box ends???
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04-13-2021, 04:20 PM | #354 |
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Looking good! I sure do like the contrasting colors, both on the underside of the car and fasteners; looks sharp.
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04-13-2021, 04:52 PM | #355 |
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Robert,
I only use six point sockets and box wrenches and only new or near new screw drivers. Perhaps Mike does something similar. I also spray all of the S2 finish fasteners with silicone before installing them to inhibit oxidation. |
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Like you, I use six point sockets and box wrenches whenever possible. Screw drivers get tossed or turned in to an alignment tool as soon as the blade wears. I apply a light coat of satin black to my S2 stuff.
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A always, I am very impressed with your work.
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I'm in ! Looking forward to it.
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Managed to get the hood on and aligned yesterday. More baby steps...
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Mike:
I lost your e-mail address & phone no. We met at Charlotte NC at the 75th Ford Show! would love to chat wen you have time! mickey25381 e-mail: [email protected] phone: (276) 252-4650 Health has improved and want to finish my 40 project' Thanks for the new Book |
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Guys, I am embarrassed to admit that I kinda forgot all about this thread.
The project has been completed. Here's a few photos of the final result.
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Mike,
Better than new; simply stunning! |
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Thanks David. That truly means a LOT coming from you
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WOWIE! Mike, stunning and beautiful.
It's always a pleasure to see your restorations. Your dedication to excellence shows. Well done, for sure. JIM |
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Kube, thanks for bringing up this thread again, that is a beautiful car as the others have already noted. Now, I guess, I will have to go through this entire discussion to review the process again.
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It's ok, I guess.
Ha ha no, Mike, it looks fantastic and it's a credit to you and reflects all the hard work you have put in. I love that the barn supports all the different levels of the early Ford hobby. Mike's perfection and my kludgery. Mart. |
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Great job, I can't imagine finding all the correct colors and parts to do a job like that.
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Every additional view in Folkestone Gray highlights the dark details that many of us need to know. Black on black is tough by comparison. I'm off to a difficult start as the extent of cadmium in a word buried in second rate zinc is not understood in time. Grateful Kube shared again. Fred A
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