The Ford Barn

Blindback · 10-04-2018, 04:22 PM

I do have bumpers and spare tire mount. Not sure about rear valence though. I may have to go through stuff I have. If pics of them would help I can get them on here too

2manycars · 10-04-2018, 06:02 PM

They are a handsome car when completed. My brother took 13 years to finish his, and replaced the wood sills and other stuff.

foxfire42 · 10-04-2018, 06:20 PM

Love to hear your daughters are into helping. That's how I got my start loving vintage cars. I think I was more of a hindrance than help sometimes. I dropped a small wrench into the inspection hole on the tranny. He never let me live that down since he couldn't get it out and had to take it out to get at the wrench. So, I was banished from the garage for a few days. I'm in my mid 70's now and my garage is full of old iron.

Those times in the garage are some of the best memories with my dad.

Barbara Jo Birt

1930artdeco · 10-05-2018, 09:26 AM

The rear valence appears to be the same as my car. Which means it will be hard to find-not sure why but I don't think they are reproduced. You may call Bert's in Denver. since you are not concerned about the money portion I say go for it! The time with your daughters will be sooooo worth it in the long run. For a heads up as to what you will be in for, pick up the set of DVD's about the Model A and how to fix it from MAFCA.

Mike

jboggess · 10-05-2018, 09:38 AM

Awww thats an awesome family project, stick with it and restore it, and then take your family on many car tours!

Gary WA · 10-05-2018, 11:53 AM

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Nice cars to have I think!

pj's junkers · 10-05-2018, 03:27 PM

It would appear you have a Deluxe model by Briggs. 167 is Briggs terminology Ford 170-B

Blindback · 10-05-2018, 09:56 PM

Thank you everyone for all of your replies. It's nice to know what we have. And really appreciate the hints on literature and DVDs to start with!

Tom Wesenberg · 10-06-2018, 12:25 AM

Damn the dollars..........full speed ahead!

dumb person · 10-13-2018, 02:33 PM

Woodwork huh? I've done that. It can seem difficult at first but once you get started, you'll probably find it's all manageable. Just awkward.

40 Deluxe · 10-13-2018, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Blindback

I guess I should have made my original intentions a lil more clear. I have 3 daughters that like to help me in the shop when working on cars. We decided we would pick up a model a and make it a project for all of us. I came across this one and decided we could work with it.( Several we looked at we're way worse). My biggest fear is that this car is desirable more than others, and it would be a mistake to do anything other than bring it back to original. If it is not that desirable then Im not the least bit concerned about tackling as a project. I do realize this will be a money pit, but we enjoy the work and time invloved, and that far out weighs the monetary cost to me. I really do appreciate the helpful hints everyone has offered. Thanks Again!

It's great to hear of your daughters' interest! This alone makes it a worthwhile project! If you have the funds available, don't worry about the cost. Look at all the storage yards (or back yards) full of seldom used RV's and boats! How much money do you think is just sitting there rotting away?!
Something to think about: Your girls will grow up and be on their own much faster than you realize! So get started on this Model A now!

10-04-2018, 04:22 PM	#21
Blindback Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Posts: 8	Re: 1930 Blindback Restore to original? I do have bumpers and spare tire mount. Not sure about rear valence though. I may have to go through stuff I have. If pics of them would help I can get them on here too

10-04-2018, 06:20 PM	#23
foxfire42 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: AZ and WA Posts: 764	Re: 1930 Blindback Restore to original? Love to hear your daughters are into helping. That's how I got my start loving vintage cars. I think I was more of a hindrance than help sometimes. I dropped a small wrench into the inspection hole on the tranny. He never let me live that down since he couldn't get it out and had to take it out to get at the wrench. So, I was banished from the garage for a few days. I'm in my mid 70's now and my garage is full of old iron. Those times in the garage are some of the best memories with my dad. Barbara Jo Birt

10-05-2018, 09:26 AM	#24
1930artdeco Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lynden, Wa Posts: 3,550	Re: 1930 Blindback Restore to original? The rear valence appears to be the same as my car. Which means it will be hard to find-not sure why but I don't think they are reproduced. You may call Bert's in Denver. since you are not concerned about the money portion I say go for it! The time with your daughters will be sooooo worth it in the long run. For a heads up as to what you will be in for, pick up the set of DVD's about the Model A and how to fix it from MAFCA. Mike __________________ 1930 TownSedan (Briggs) 1957 Country Sedan

10-05-2018, 09:38 AM	#25
jboggess Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 112	Re: 1930 Blindback Restore to original? Awww thats an awesome family project, stick with it and restore it, and then take your family on many car tours!

10-05-2018, 03:27 PM	#27
pj's junkers Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Vivian, La Posts: 215	Re: 1930 Blindback Restore to original? It would appear you have a Deluxe model by Briggs. 167 is Briggs terminology Ford 170-B

10-05-2018, 09:56 PM	#28
Blindback Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Posts: 8	Re: 1930 Blindback Restore to original? Thank you everyone for all of your replies. It's nice to know what we have. And really appreciate the hints on literature and DVDs to start with!

10-06-2018, 12:25 AM	#29
Tom Wesenberg Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mpls, MN Posts: 27,582	Re: 1930 Blindback Restore to original? Damn the dollars..........full speed ahead!

10-13-2018, 02:33 PM	#30
dumb person Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: South pacific island Posts: 1,724	Re: 1930 Blindback Restore to original? Woodwork huh? I've done that. It can seem difficult at first but once you get started, you'll probably find it's all manageable. Just awkward. __________________ <Link> This is how we roll<Link> "I'm Convinced that no one really reads posts anymore; they just fabricate what they think the post says then ramble on about red herrings."--Bob Outcasts rules of old cars #1 Fun is imperative, mainstream is overrated #2 If they think it is impossible, prove them wrong #3 If the science says it impossible you are not being creative enough. #4 No shame in recreating something you never had #5 If it were not for the law & physics you would be unstoppable