The Ford Barn

FRANK PKNY · 01-30-2018, 03:39 PM

Beautiful work, your a top shelf restorer. Thanks for the spare tire post. Frank PKNY

Kube · 02-01-2018, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by sidevalve8ba

Mike,

I am sure you have been asked this a hundred times but I'll ask once more; what paint do you use on the frame and suspension? Thanks.

Hi Ted,

I'm sorry I didn't address this sooner. Sometimes I seem to get scattered.

On the frames and miscellaneous chassis parts I use Mason (brand) single stage gloss black enamel. It holds up very well and provides a deep gloss.
I would not use this on a body panel...
If I recall, it's about $300 or so per gallon.

Kube · 02-01-2018, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by FRANK PKNY

Beautiful work, your a top shelf restorer. Thanks for the spare tire post. Frank PKNY

Thanks Frank

Kube · 02-13-2018, 08:28 PM

Great news for me anyway... I'll get the back half of the body painted tomorrow. I'll probably do the front half Thursday.

I also managed to install the transmission / engine assembly to the chassis today.

flatford8 · 02-13-2018, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Kube

Great news for me anyway... I'll get the back half of the body painted tomorrow. I'll probably do the front half Thursday.

I also managed to install the transmission / engine assembly to the chassis today.

I don’t see the pictures......I know you wouldn’t post a “progress report” without pictures......right?????.......Mark

Kube · 02-14-2018, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by flatford8

I don’t see the pictures......I know you wouldn’t post a “progress report” without pictures......right?????.......Mark

Hey Mark, You are 100% correct. I can no longer seem to upload photos. I have asked Ryan what may be the cause.

I start painting in a few hours

funrunr · 02-14-2018, 10:42 AM

delete

Kube · 02-16-2018, 05:02 PM

Finally I've figured out the photo posting issue. Pretty good for a guy who is for the most part camera ignorant.

Anyway, the body is now painted. Monday I'll start wet sanding. That's a time consuming task as most of you realize. I'll go to at least 3500 grit prior to buffing.
This project is finally coming together!

Bill · 02-16-2018, 09:47 PM

You have never mentioned that you have any help in your shop. Do you have any assistance? Bill

Kube · 02-17-2018, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Bill

You have never mentioned that you have any help in your shop. Do you have any assistance? Bill

As I have become older, I have slowly (read: stubborn) accepted the fact I simply can't do it all... at least not as quickly as I once could.
Thus, when I need help, I am not fearful of asking

35fordtn · 02-18-2018, 12:32 AM

Mike looks excellent!! In regards to a mercury in a ford... is the transmission case a mercury case re-stamped with a ford number?

Tinker · 02-18-2018, 01:40 AM

Mike, your process is unmatched and a pleasure to see.

Kube · 02-18-2018, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by 35fordtn

Mike looks excellent!! In regards to a mercury in a ford... is the transmission case a mercury case re-stamped with a ford number?

Nope, it's a "regular ol' Ford" transmission.

Kube · 03-12-2018, 07:13 PM

Dropped the body down today. I am so happy

I hope to pull the jig out tomorrow and start assembling.

DD931 · 03-13-2018, 08:54 AM

Mike - I'm getting dehydrated from drooling so much!!

Kube · 03-13-2018, 08:31 PM

I had a blast today! This is the fun part- when it finally starts going together. Now for certain there are not enough hours in the day! I don't want to stop...
Today was spent primarily on the inside of the body. I insulate any areas that will not be seen once the car is assembled. Although this car will most likely never be (road) driven, just in case it does - the insulation makes a huge difference in canceling road noise.

DavidG · 03-13-2018, 10:15 PM

Heresy!

deuce_roadster · 03-13-2018, 11:13 PM

Mike, what color is this car? I can't tell if it is black, Lyon blue or maybe dark green. Maybe my monitor just doesn't show it well enough to tell.
I would say like the others, it meets your high expectations!

Kube · 03-14-2018, 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by deuce_roadster

Mike, what color is this car? I can't tell if it is black, Lyon blue or maybe dark green. Maybe my monitor just doesn't show it well enough to tell.
I would say like the others, it meets your high expectations!

I am far from anything that could be described as a photographer. It's Lyon Blue.

Kube · 03-24-2018, 10:04 AM

Still at it guys! Time, as you all know, is the rarest of commodities. Regardless, I'm making decent progress I suppose.
The doors should be painted very soon. I'll install them and do any final minor alignment that may be necessary and then start to install the top.
In the meantime, I'll complete the dash, etc. installation. Most of the work "beneath the hood" is done.

01-30-2018, 03:39 PM	#141
FRANK PKNY Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: POUGHKEEPSIE NY 12601 Posts: 1,016	Re: Rare '40 convertible restoration project Beautiful work, your a top shelf restorer. Thanks for the spare tire post. Frank PKNY __________________ [email protected]

02-13-2018, 08:28 PM	#144
Kube Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wisconsin, USA Posts: 8,986	Re: Rare '40 convertible restoration project Great news for me anyway... I'll get the back half of the body painted tomorrow. I'll probably do the front half Thursday. I also managed to install the transmission / engine assembly to the chassis today. __________________ "I can explain it for you. However, I can't understand it for you". Last edited by Kube; 02-15-2018 at 10:28 AM.

02-14-2018, 10:42 AM	#147
funrunr Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Belleville,MI Posts: 1,427	Re: Rare '40 convertible restoration project delete __________________ Thank God this is only a hobby! Last edited by funrunr; 02-14-2018 at 11:32 AM.

02-16-2018, 09:47 PM	#149
Bill Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 469	Re: Rare '40 convertible restoration project You have never mentioned that you have any help in your shop. Do you have any assistance? Bill

02-18-2018, 12:32 AM	#151
35fordtn Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: McMinnville, TN Posts: 2,327	Re: Rare '40 convertible restoration project Mike looks excellent!! In regards to a mercury in a ford... is the transmission case a mercury case re-stamped with a ford number?

02-18-2018, 01:40 AM	#152
Tinker Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: MN Posts: 7,053	Re: Rare '40 convertible restoration project Mike, your process is unmatched and a pleasure to see.

03-13-2018, 08:54 AM	#155
DD931 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: PA Poconos Posts: 723	Re: Rare '40 convertible restoration project Mike - I'm getting dehydrated from drooling so much!!

03-13-2018, 10:15 PM	#157
DavidG Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: southeastern Michigan Posts: 10,090	Re: Rare '40 convertible restoration project Heresy!

03-13-2018, 11:13 PM	#158
deuce_roadster Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Shelton, WA Posts: 3,800	Re: Rare '40 convertible restoration project Mike, what color is this car? I can't tell if it is black, Lyon blue or maybe dark green. Maybe my monitor just doesn't show it well enough to tell. I would say like the others, it meets your high expectations!

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