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07-18-2020, 10:57 AM | #1 |
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'32 Woodie "survivoration" project
Hey, all. I thought I'd start a new thread for my woodie project. I'm not sure how interesting it will be for folks, but I'll share the story and some pics. We'll just see what does, or doesn't, happen with it.
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07-18-2020, 11:20 AM | #2 |
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Re: '32 Woodie "survivoration" project
There's a good chance some of you have actually seen this wagon before, albeit in pieces. It was hauled to Hershey in 2011 in pieces. It was purchased there and resold to a new owner in California. While there, new structural pieces were made by Wood 'n Carz. This includes the main roof supports and all of the pillars. New rear quarter belt line was also produced at that time. From California, it was acquired by an owner here in Kansas. This owner, who I've had the pleasure of becoming friends with, installed a '32 b motor in the wagon.
Shortly after purchasing the woodie, I was very fortunate to locate a set of original doors and belt line in Pennsylvania. The plywood and trim had been replaced incorrectly back in the 1950's, so I have installed new birch panels. I have not yet sourced the maple to create the new trim. I'm also purchasing a passenger rear fender from Connecticut. So, if anyone in that area is coming to Kansas, please let me know. I would love to find a good ride for it. Well, there's a little background for 'ya. |
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07-18-2020, 11:47 AM | #3 |
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Re: '32 Woodie "survivoration" project
sawzall shared this pic with me. He took it at Hershey in 2011
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07-18-2020, 11:48 AM | #4 |
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These were taken when the car was in CA.
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07-18-2020, 11:52 AM | #5 |
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This is when I bought it. A few pieces were swapped/added along the way.
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07-18-2020, 11:58 AM | #6 |
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07-18-2020, 12:02 PM | #7 |
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These are the doors as they appear today.
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07-18-2020, 01:45 PM | #8 |
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You're welcome!
Those doors are an incredible find. |
07-19-2020, 10:39 PM | #9 |
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Pretty much needles in a haystack. They are in excellent condition!
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07-19-2020, 10:59 PM | #10 |
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I feel very grateful, for sure. Credit goes to the previous owner who had the wisdom to hang onto them. They are the guiding force to my decisions. Whatever part I'm sourcing or redoing will need to "look right" with those doors.
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07-20-2020, 12:02 AM | #11 |
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Hey ro …...I sure do like where this is headed, for what little that's worth! DD
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07-20-2020, 06:51 AM | #12 |
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Re: '32 Woodie "survivoration" project
SO.....Ro, question is??? In picture #1 post 4 the cowl and fenders are clearly black with surface rust trough on the some of the metal.....Pic#2 (which I saw on ebay) the car is still black. Pic#3 the car looks to be mostly in "primer" grey?? Unless the lighting has affected that picture?? SO how do we get to what looks like an "original" paint on the cowl, hood and radiator shell in the last picture you posted Pic#4?? Just curious?
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07-20-2020, 06:54 AM | #13 |
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07-20-2020, 10:03 AM | #15 |
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Cool.....It's gonna be a nice completed project when you get done. As DavidG said, I am amazed you found the doors for it!!! Good luck with it!!!! Gonna be fun to see it finished!!!
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07-20-2020, 10:08 PM | #16 |
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07-20-2020, 11:08 PM | #17 |
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I would get the flattest matte clear coat you can find..... not satin. Then buff it up around the fender crowns, the doors where your arm hangs out the window and other places where old vehicles take a shine. OK, if you want me to be completely honest, I wouldn't clear coat at all. Keep it under cover (no brainer) and take an oily scrap of burlap to the high spots on occasion and polish them up. A plastic coated patina just doesn't do it for me. But that's just me. I DO love your build, just offering 40 years of making and keeping stuff looking old.
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07-29-2020, 09:10 PM | #19 |
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Well, there's still a looooong way to go . . . but I'm starting to get a feel for how it's going to come together. Still hunting parts, so please keep that in mind. I have a wish list on the swap forum. I did get a rear fender from Greg in CT. Just need to get it home now.
One front fender had been blasted before primer. The other had four different colors under the primer. I wish there was more original paint on them, but to be honest, there is something about old bare steel that speaks to me when it's not over-worked. For now, I'm going to enjoy as is. |
07-29-2020, 10:23 PM | #20 |
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You are off to an amazing start. I love it!
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