Projects 1936 ford pickup project

Nice work and thanks for the note on the springs!

Pete

 

I also like the idea you're using the original wheels...those wide fives just look right on a '36

 

Mocking up some clutch linkage and running brake lines

 

Clutch linkage done. So off to the exhaust shop.

 

Back from exhaust. Finishing brake lines. Interesting reperposing for e brake coming

 

That's going to be a cool driver!!

 

Using the mechanical brakes mechanism to operate the e brake.

 

Thanks

 

E brake done, drive line in, new gas tank in.... cab finally back on. Good day.

 

Side note... father in law picked up a 57 simplex motorcycle at the portland swap meet this last weekend.

 

I got the motor back from the machine shop Monday. Got it ***embled and painted. Also did some sheet metal work on the rocker panel.

 

Getting closer. .. Motor and transmission in. T5 didn't want to play with the clutch and bell housing combo tho.. little input shaft modification, back in business. Started building a seat frame. Also hung front sheet metal in order to fit a radiator. .. want this thing on the road!

 

Looking great! I am liking these pickups more all the time. Keep it up and you will be on the road before you know it.

 

Received the seat back from upholstery today...

 

Looking great

 

Some of my most like pick ups along with hell I like all most all of them! Roger

 

Drove the 36' down the 1/4 mile driveway and back for the first time today.

 

Could you provide some additional info on the wheel adapters?
quality/cost/vendor?
Thanks.

 

This is one cool truck! Hope you get it on the road soon.

 

So far.. the wheel adapters are great. Of course I haven't go be over 20 mph yet. they were from highway 101 . Not sure of the current prices. I was impressed with the quality though.

 

Windshield and air conditioning installed today.

 

Got the box and fenders on the 36' Monday

 

Finally road worthy. ..

 

cool,good feeling or what?

 

Nice choice of truck.

How's the 4 banger for power in it?

 

I really like this one.

 

Really neat project. I look forward to the drive report with the drive train.

 

Well I guess number one is, I knew the four banger would not be a powerhouse. However, with the 5sp and 3.73 gear it gets it down the road really good. I think it is a 70 mph pickup. (Tops)... Number 2, the brakes need some work. I guess it's just been a long time since I've driven something with manual drum brakes at all four corners. I really need to learn how to adjust the 40' Ford brakes upfront correctly. Other than that I'm going to fix some squeaks and rattles, put the hood top on it, and drive it. Love it so far. Thanks guys.

 

Yes, this really does make a difference. I know there have been threads about it and there's always Tardel's booklet on the subject.

 

Took my daughter out for a cool ride today!