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06-06-2019, 09:15 AM | #41 |
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Re: Will I fit in a Roadster??
I'm 6'4",280 lbs and get in my 29 with ease .....getting out is the issue
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06-06-2019, 09:25 AM | #42 |
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You can find a 6' steering wheel at a swap meet. |
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06-06-2019, 12:57 PM | #43 | |
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Big difference in these two, and nowhere to move the seat back in an RPU. I sold my '28 RPU because it was so tight -- I'm 5' 11" and 170. Mine was a hot rod, too, so the seat was as thin, and low, and pushed back as far as possible. I'm now building a '29 roadster and, compared to the pick-up, it's like sitting in a Cadillac. Try 'em both before you decide.
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06-06-2019, 01:05 PM | #44 | |
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Take a look at the photos from the pre- and post WWII Dry Lakes era. Lots of guys standing around cars and no one is overweight. No one. Compare that to photos of today's events...
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06-07-2019, 01:40 PM | #45 |
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so youre telling me Im fat????????
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06-07-2019, 02:51 PM | #46 | |
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It has to do with fast food, supersize it, and corn syrup in everything we eat today plus the growth hormones they feed the animals we eat that didn't exist 70 years ago. |
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06-07-2019, 06:22 PM | #47 |
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Re: Will I fit in a Roadster??
Thanks everyone for all of the interesting commentary - regarding both diet and roadsters! I am happy to report that I do indeed fit comfortably in my new (to me) roadster! As discussed, entry with the top up is a bit of a maneuver, but getting in with the top down is no problem at all. I am sure I will be back with more questions since I am new to the Model A world. Regarding diet, I am down 19 lbs in the last month and hope to get back down to under 200 by the end of summer. I have been using Huel, a nutritionally complete food powder as a meal replacement. Although not specifically promoted as a weight loss product, it makes it super easy to count calories and I feel like I have completely broken my carb and sugar addiction. I have no financial interest in this product, just thought I would mention it since diet was discussed almost as much as Model A's in this thread!
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06-07-2019, 08:08 PM | #48 | |
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I'll be able to jump in and out of my 28 Phaeton much easier now. |
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06-08-2019, 11:25 AM | #49 | |
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I started Weight Watchers Jan 2018 and it took a year of work but I lost 75 lbs and now just maintaining 180. WW worked for me but it's what ever works for you. |
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06-10-2019, 07:02 AM | #50 | |
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Nevertheless, I quoted the posting because I have read, hear and there, "Do not grab or pull the steering wheel to enter in the car" , and i was doing that. I grab the steering wheel with my left and the seat with my right hand to balance my body inside the car. There is certain pulling to the wheel. Why is that bad ? Thank you ! Daniel |
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06-10-2019, 07:36 AM | #51 | |
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On 28-30 and possibly early 31s the steering column support is riveted to the Gas tank. Tugging on the steering wheel can cause the rivets to wear/loosen, and you can get gas leakage/seepage inside the A. If you search here on teh Barn, there are methods to repair, but the best repair is difficult - involves removal of the gas tank. Some, including myself, have converted and moved the support to the Dash. Ford moved the support to the dash in 1931. I believe that a lot of tugging is also hard on the steering mechanicals. Again, this should be covered on past threads. |
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06-10-2019, 07:38 AM | #52 |
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Daniel—-Constant tugging or pulling on the steering wheel works the attachment under the gas tank, ultimately causing it to leak.....quite common, then a chore to fix. There are optional attachments that avoid using the gas tank mount, which would be advisable if you really need to use the wheel to get in. I have a Fordor and have learned long ago not to tug....
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06-10-2019, 09:41 AM | #53 |
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Interesting comments. I have a 29 Roadster that has a LOT of sentimental value to me. I am 5' 8 and 230. I have a way of slipping in and out of the car. Once seated it is no problem and very comfortable. I always drive with the top down and the only time it comes up is if I get caught in the rain. That is another story but again would not change the car for anything!!!
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06-10-2019, 12:01 PM | #54 |
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Thank you for explaining me the steering wheel issue. From now on I will find another way to enter in the car avoiding any pulling on the St.wheel.
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06-10-2019, 12:08 PM | #55 |
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I thought about using the overhead hoist my brother had to remove his T Bird top in the garage.I could hoist myself in okay but that still means I would have to sit in the roadster all day at a show.Plus side would be I would not be able to get to the food vendor or ice cream truck. I could drive up to get my trophy.Get home hoist myself out.
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06-13-2019, 12:45 PM | #56 |
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Re: Will I fit in a Roadster??
I'm 6 ft 245 have 28 roadster p/u. Get in on passenger side after that it is fine
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06-13-2019, 01:05 PM | #57 | |
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You're right about the movies. The only two I can think of are comedians, Oliver Hardy and Fatty Arbuckle! David Serrano |
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06-18-2019, 06:21 AM | #58 |
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You can find a 6' steering wheel at a swap meet.
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06-18-2019, 07:31 AM | #59 |
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I'm almost positive that's what he's saying. I had a heart attack at 45 and my wife who loves me more than anything has ever been loved purchased a book called "the china study". It's a pretty good read on diet, protein and disease. I won't go into all the details as it's debatable except one thing,, "eat to live instead of live to eat". I'd say almost everyone is overweight nowadays. I'll admit my vanity wants me to keep a few more pounds than I need as I'm 5'6" 175 with not much fat in my belly area. I have a decent muscle mass for my age. You older guys would call me Hercules. When my wife and I got together 20- years ago I weighed 135 pounds.
Roadster?? The problem with me will be me being slung around in any A. Last edited by History; 06-18-2019 at 03:26 PM. |
09-07-2019, 12:36 AM | #60 |
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So jharrellh -- what car did you end up getting?
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