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Frank The Plumber · 11-17-2010, 02:04 PM

I have a few questions regarding frames, the inter changeability of frames between the 30 and 32 coupes. From what I have seen, the 30 and 32 frames are completely different with the 32 frame being more of a typical frame to the 35 thru 40 type. I am also looking for sources for rather exacting dimensions for the 30 coupe, 32 coupe and the 32 frame. Any source help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Frank the Plumber

Bruce Lancaster · 11-17-2010, 02:55 PM

Go to the tech section of the Wescott Fiberglass body company website. They have dimensional sketches of Model A, 1932, and 1932 altered to fit an A better frames online.
If you figure out where the firewall area of esch is you can then line them up for a better understanding of the differences.
Model A perches on a frame that is much narrower than body, but the outer edge of the body is pretty close to the shape of a '32 frame.
Model A frame is also very short, ending at rear axle.

Frank The Plumber · 11-17-2010, 05:38 PM

Thanks Bruce, is it common and or an accepted practice to run a 30 body on a 32 type frame? I am looking to do something out of the ordinary, I believe the 32 frame can be detailed nicer than a 30, I've had my nose in a lot of Bass threads as of late.

34coupe · 11-17-2010, 09:54 PM

I would not call a 30 body on a 32 frame out of the ordinary, this goes way back to pre war and post war hot rods. very common practice to use a 32 frame under any Model A Dave

Strick · 11-17-2010, 10:37 PM

my 31 Model A on a 32 frame.

Mart · 11-18-2010, 07:11 AM

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My Model A , "Old Rusty" is a 30 body on a 32 frame.
It kinda fits ok, you have to slightly section the front body mounts at the cowl and remove the rear floor area for the 32 frame kickup, but lots have been done over the last 60-odd years.
Mine was probably easier in that i did not have a floor anyway so I could fabricate to suit.

If you visit my website www.martsrods.com and go to the Old Rusty link you will find some buildup details.

Mart.

Strick · 08-11-2011, 09:13 PM

well the Tudor Sedan is gone and a 31 roadster body now sits on my original 32 frame.

Ralph Moore · 08-12-2011, 12:59 PM

You mean like this?

11-17-2010, 02:04 PM	#1
Frank The Plumber Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 693	Questions regarding 30 body, frame, 32 frame. I have a few questions regarding frames, the inter changeability of frames between the 30 and 32 coupes. From what I have seen, the 30 and 32 frames are completely different with the 32 frame being more of a typical frame to the 35 thru 40 type. I am also looking for sources for rather exacting dimensions for the 30 coupe, 32 coupe and the 32 frame. Any source help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Frank the Plumber

11-17-2010, 02:55 PM	#2
Bruce Lancaster Member Emeritus Join Date: May 2010 Location: Madison, NJ Posts: 5,230	Re: Questions regarding 30 body, frame, 32 frame. Go to the tech section of the Wescott Fiberglass body company website. They have dimensional sketches of Model A, 1932, and 1932 altered to fit an A better frames online. If you figure out where the firewall area of esch is you can then line them up for a better understanding of the differences. Model A perches on a frame that is much narrower than body, but the outer edge of the body is pretty close to the shape of a '32 frame. Model A frame is also very short, ending at rear axle.

11-17-2010, 05:38 PM	#3
Frank The Plumber Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 693	Re: Questions regarding 30 body, frame, 32 frame. Thanks Bruce, is it common and or an accepted practice to run a 30 body on a 32 type frame? I am looking to do something out of the ordinary, I believe the 32 frame can be detailed nicer than a 30, I've had my nose in a lot of Bass threads as of late.

11-17-2010, 09:54 PM	#4
34coupe Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lewiston Idaho Posts: 371	Re: Questions regarding 30 body, frame, 32 frame. I would not call a 30 body on a 32 frame out of the ordinary, this goes way back to pre war and post war hot rods. very common practice to use a 32 frame under any Model A Dave __________________ Wanted: 1933-34 Ford roadster project-parts anything roadster Now go out in the garage and build something !

11-18-2010, 07:11 AM	#6
Mart Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Solihull, England. Posts: 8,750	Re: Questions regarding 30 body, frame, 32 frame. Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) My Model A , "Old Rusty" is a 30 body on a 32 frame. It kinda fits ok, you have to slightly section the front body mounts at the cowl and remove the rear floor area for the 32 frame kickup, but lots have been done over the last 60-odd years. Mine was probably easier in that i did not have a floor anyway so I could fabricate to suit. If you visit my website www.martsrods.com and go to the Old Rusty link you will find some buildup details. Mart.

08-11-2011, 09:13 PM	#7
Strick Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 1,099	Re: Questions regarding 30 body, frame, 32 frame. well the Tudor Sedan is gone and a 31 roadster body now sits on my original 32 frame.