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Bill in NJ · 11-06-2014, 04:15 PM

Does this bolt on to a model a easily or ? Thinking of making one. Thanks for the input

Charlie Stephens · 11-06-2014, 05:13 PM

Good question for HAMB. First I assume you mean a '30-'31 Model A. If you have a '28-'29 my suggestion would be to forget it. On the '30-'31 you will find that the radiator neck is in the wrong location and has to be moved or cut off and another inlet installed under the hood. The hood hinge will have to be dealt with as the Model A is a rod and the '32 is a formed stainless steel strip.

Charlie Stephens

Ross/Kzoo · 11-06-2014, 07:11 PM

You may also want to check with the Rootlieb Company.

LeroyM · 11-07-2014, 12:50 PM

It will bolt on to the 30-31. Just use the front hinge retainer for the Model A shell so the Model A hood fits.

http://www.macsautoparts.com/ford_mo...ess-steel.html

Art Bjornestad · 11-07-2014, 01:12 PM

My '32 shell is a repro from Drake and has no holes nor clearance to mount the A front hood hold down as suggested. There are two holes about 3" down the shell on both sides but you have to fab up a strap to go from the holes to mount the A hold down.

norway · 11-07-2014, 03:19 PM

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i think i will buy 1932 radiator Shell Without holes. then I can drill one hole to the radiator cap so the 1932 Shell will fit exact on my ford model a 1930 fordor.
and is v shaped headlight bar to 30-31 model a that is built for 1932 radiator Shell is needed?. or will original 1931 headlight bar fit?
thanks..

1931 flamingo · 11-07-2014, 07:18 PM

Need a headlight bar for your application. Straight won't work.
Paul

Roadster62 · 11-07-2014, 07:30 PM

Check to see if someone makes a lower splash apron that fits the '32 shell and A fenders. Bob

gwhite · 11-07-2014, 09:55 PM

The '32 commercial grille is a virtual bolt-on to a 30-31 radiator. Only modification needed is to fab/re-drill the lower shell-to-radiator bracket.

The '32 passenger grille doesn't fit as well because the lip for the insert is too deep. This causes alignment issues with the radiator neck.

In either case, you'll need to modify the headlight bar to fit, as it will hit the grille bars.

11-06-2014, 04:15 PM	#1
Bill in NJ Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 1,159	1932 Radiator Shell and Grill Question Does this bolt on to a model a easily or ? Thinking of making one. Thanks for the input Last edited by Bill in NJ; 11-06-2014 at 04:17 PM. Reason: wording

11-06-2014, 05:13 PM	#2
Charlie Stephens Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Southern California Posts: 7,030	Re: 1932 Radiator Shell and Grill Question Good question for HAMB. First I assume you mean a '30-'31 Model A. If you have a '28-'29 my suggestion would be to forget it. On the '30-'31 you will find that the radiator neck is in the wrong location and has to be moved or cut off and another inlet installed under the hood. The hood hinge will have to be dealt with as the Model A is a rod and the '32 is a formed stainless steel strip. Charlie Stephens

11-06-2014, 07:11 PM	#3
Ross/Kzoo Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Richland Mi. Posts: 1,172	Re: 1932 Radiator Shell and Grill Question You may also want to check with the Rootlieb Company.

11-07-2014, 12:50 PM	#4
LeroyM Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Virginia Posts: 276	Re: 1932 Radiator Shell and Grill Question It will bolt on to the 30-31. Just use the front hinge retainer for the Model A shell so the Model A hood fits. http://www.macsautoparts.com/ford_mo...ess-steel.html Last edited by LeroyM; 11-07-2014 at 12:58 PM.

11-07-2014, 01:12 PM	#5
Art Bjornestad Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Westlake Village, CA Posts: 477	Re: 1932 Radiator Shell and Grill Question My '32 shell is a repro from Drake and has no holes nor clearance to mount the A front hood hold down as suggested. There are two holes about 3" down the shell on both sides but you have to fab up a strap to go from the holes to mount the A hold down.

11-07-2014, 03:19 PM	#6
norway Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: norway Posts: 40	Re: 1932 Radiator Shell and Grill Question Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) i think i will buy 1932 radiator Shell Without holes. then I can drill one hole to the radiator cap so the 1932 Shell will fit exact on my ford model a 1930 fordor. and is v shaped headlight bar to 30-31 model a that is built for 1932 radiator Shell is needed?. or will original 1931 headlight bar fit? thanks.. __________________ i'm stuck in norway

11-07-2014, 07:18 PM	#7
1931 flamingo Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: new britain,ct 06052 Posts: 9,389	Re: 1932 Radiator Shell and Grill Question Need a headlight bar for your application. Straight won't work. Paul

11-07-2014, 07:30 PM	#8
Roadster62 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ridgefield, Ct Posts: 3,441	Re: 1932 Radiator Shell and Grill Question Check to see if someone makes a lower splash apron that fits the '32 shell and A fenders. Bob __________________ They don't have to run to be enjoyed. I'm here to enjoy the hobby, and enjoy the cars no matter what they look like. Most of the worlds problems are electrical.

11-07-2014, 09:55 PM	#9
gwhite Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Texas: Where Bob Wills is still the king! Posts: 354	Re: 1932 Radiator Shell and Grill Question The '32 commercial grille is a virtual bolt-on to a 30-31 radiator. Only modification needed is to fab/re-drill the lower shell-to-radiator bracket. The '32 passenger grille doesn't fit as well because the lip for the insert is too deep. This causes alignment issues with the radiator neck. In either case, you'll need to modify the headlight bar to fit, as it will hit the grille bars.

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