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03-31-2018, 11:24 PM | #1 |
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1929 Model A Blindback Steelback History
Hello, I would like to know some history and information on these cars. I have purchased one and I do not see many like this car out there, why is that and what was the idea behind this design?
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03-31-2018, 11:48 PM | #2 |
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Re: 1929 Model A Blindback Steelback History
There are several Model A books that talk about the passenger cars.
The Ford Model A as Henry Built it. Original Model A Ford The 1928-1931 Ford Assembly Plants and their Production of the Model A Ford Passenger Cars The Legendary Model A Ford What you have is either a 60-C (May-June 1929 thru July-Late September 1929) OR a 170-A (July 1929 thru December 1929). If the top material extends to the drip rail it is a 60-C...if not then it is a 170-A. The 170-A was longer and wider than the 60-C...the 60-C has a 4 bolt-on rectangular spare tire mount where the 170-A has a three bolt triangular mount. The 60-C replaced the 60-A and B with leather trimming over the rear quarter. What do you have? It appears to be a 60-C??? Pluck Last edited by Steve Plucker; 03-31-2018 at 11:59 PM. |
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04-01-2018, 12:04 AM | #3 |
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Re: 1929 Model A Blindback Steelback History
I was always told it was "snob" appeal. In other words, it was aimed at the well-to-do who didn't want to see the "Great Unwashed".
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04-01-2018, 09:22 PM | #4 |
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Re: 1929 Model A Blindback Steelback History
Mr. Plucker
Thanks for that info. I believe from your info it's a 60-C. The top material does extend to the drip rail. The spare tire mount mounts to the car with 4 bolts amd the tire mounts to the mount with 3 bolts. I'm 27 years old and having a blast with this project! My goal is to keep her as original as possible, fix all the mechanical issues and drive and enjoy it. I'm very close to having her ready for this summer. She goes by the name "Sassy", my kids named her. |
04-01-2018, 09:50 PM | #5 |
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Re: 1929 Model A Blindback Steelback History
BakesJr,
That is great and looks like a very sound car from the pictures but you would know better then I. Hope you can join up with a MARC or MAFCA club near you...Lots of great guys and gals in each and the friendships and future knowledge you will obtain will last a life time. Have fun! Pluck |
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04-03-2018, 11:12 AM | #7 |
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Re: 1929 Model A Blindback Steelback History
Bakesjr: Steve would probably prefer "Pluck" as most of his friends call him. He is a great guy, excellent Ford researcher and as you see already, a source for good Model A information.. Good buy and and good luck, and have fun as most of us do...
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04-04-2018, 01:13 AM | #8 |
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Re: 1929 Model A Blindback Steelback History
I've got a '29 60C project, good to know the 170-A back section differs. I call mine a Steelback, just sounds better than sightless. Bob
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04-04-2018, 05:32 AM | #9 |
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Re: 1929 Model A Blindback Steelback History
An old mate of mine in New Zealand has one that he has owned it for 50 years. It was restored once when he was about 18 years of age and has had a freshen up and a repaint about 10 years ago.
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