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Discussion in 'Traditional Hot Rods' started by FordMan53, Sep 14, 2026 at 11:04 PM.

  1. FordMan53
    Joined: Mar 18, 2009
    Posts: 1,593

    FordMan53
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    from So Cal

    Have been off the Hamb since my wife's accident forced the sale of my 1953 Ford Customline. Please don't drink and drive. She was hit by a drunk driver while we were walking our dogs with our daughter. Off duty Glendora cop and a lady road raging. It took her a year to learn to walk. She is better now, but still suffering due to the 40 fractures and surgeries. Have been looking for this type of build for 10 years. Traded my 1942 Ford Gpw World War II jeep for it. Happy to be back
     

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  2. Grumpy ole A
    Joined: Jun 22, 2023
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    Grumpy ole A
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    Hope your wife recovered from her accident.
    Nice looking A. What size wheel and tire combination are you running?
     
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  3. lothiandon1940
    Joined: May 24, 2007
    Posts: 33,192

    lothiandon1940
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    Great looking Sedan. Enjoy it.
     
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  4. Budget36
    Joined: Nov 29, 2014
    Posts: 15,830

    Budget36
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    I too hope your wife is doing well.
    And dang, enjoy that car!!!
     
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  5. Way cool.
    I am so glad to see bangers getting built.
    That there is a pretty car.
     
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  6. brady1929
    Joined: Sep 30, 2006
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    Congratulations.
     
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  7. grdra1
    Joined: May 20, 2013
    Posts: 732

    grdra1
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    Awesome ride, welcome back.
     
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  8. winduptoy
    Joined: Feb 19, 2013
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    Welcome to the banger brigade....
    great looking A tudor that goes WAY beyond being a parade car...tell us more anytime
     
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  9. Tim
    Joined: Mar 2, 2001
    Posts: 21,557

    Tim
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    from KCMO

    Oh baby! That’s a good one!
     
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  10. dwollam
    Joined: Oct 22, 2012
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  11. Sweet looking ride .
     
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  12. FordMan53
    Joined: Mar 18, 2009
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    FordMan53
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    from So Cal

    T
    Thanks
     
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  13. Super Streak
    Joined: Nov 22, 2011
    Posts: 327

    Super Streak
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    from Florida

    I hope your wife makes a full recovery and is able to walk well.
    The Model A sedan looks great, are you keeping the 4 banger in it?
     
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  14. Jalopy Joker
    Joined: Sep 3, 2006
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    Looks like a Cool ride - amazing how fast your lives had such a major change. only wishing the best for your wife, and yourself.
     
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  15. FordMan53
    Joined: Mar 18, 2009
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    FordMan53
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    from So Cal

    Have to check the rear. Front are motorcycle 130/90 x 16. Which I am a little concerned about. They are mounted correct and on 35 wheels. Is that safe?
     
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  16. Tim
    Joined: Mar 2, 2001
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    Tim
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    from KCMO

    I’m sure opinions will vary but guys have been running motorcycle tires as small front tires on hot rods since the 40’s. I say it’s fine
     
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  17. panhead_pete
    Joined: Feb 22, 2006
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    Glad to see you back with an A and all the best for your wife's recovery!
     
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  18. 34 5W Paul
    Joined: Mar 27, 2020
    Posts: 505

    34 5W Paul
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    from Fresno CA

    Kick*** looking banger Tudor. Please tell us all the details. Chop info, motor build, all of it. Love the hot rod banger, it's a great look.
     
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  19. Dave Mc
    Joined: Mar 8, 2011
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    Dave Mc
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    Great Looking Sedan ! Hope your wife can enjoy it too. Life is precious and fragile.
     
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  20. Peterbilt389
    Joined: Aug 3, 2026
    Posts: 20

    Peterbilt389

    Hope all is well and a good road to recovery for her and also yourself...great looking car and hope you both can hit the road and have lot's of great times and fun memories with it...congratulations
    Awesome banger...enjoy!
     
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  21. In_The_Pink
    Joined: Jan 9, 2010
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    In_The_Pink
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    Welcome back. :)

    You definitely got the better end of that trade, too. :D
     
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  22. Rand Man
    Joined: Aug 23, 2004
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  23. okiedokie
    Joined: Jul 5, 2005
    Posts: 5,003

    okiedokie
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    from Ok

    Great looking model A. Congrats.
     
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  24. 49ratfink
    Joined: Feb 8, 2004
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    49ratfink
    Member
    from California

    wheels tires and stance. love the bigs and littles:)
     
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  25. 4BangerDean
    Joined: Aug 10, 2013
    Posts: 295

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    Great little banger Tudor. Good to hear your wife is on the mend.
     
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