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..so,it has chevy driveline .frame Is not to HAMB SPECS, my son was a main source of labor and knowledge.all work done at home..except chrome was...
last update on my 1940 Mercury project..running ,driving . a couple bugs to work out but for the most part it is done. 6 year project that I...
you certainly have what it takes to build a american style custom. All your work to this point has been phenomenal. Your updates are appreciated,...
the end is so close....I having to resize the door panel boards,they to tall and binding with the floor so that's 2 steps back. will. ot make it...
finishing up 5 year build of my 1940 metc
I like it. great looking merc.
incredible determination to save this from the junk pile...great job.
what neck of the woods are you in..? I'm sure someone on here knows of a glassman that can cut your curved windshield...
save yourself grief! cause ur not gonna save urself $$$ and take the job to a glassman.
btt
ok ...so it's been a bit. chipping away..
left over pieces from project. One pair Left and right, 2 drivers side,3 "fingers"Appleton parts.$100.00 all,plus shipping..
very cool Jerry.Glad to see ur still going strong .
so true...the Hirohata had differences on sides..
look at picture.see something,let me know. rear bumper is 47 ford,modified, 56".wide
front and rear glass is installed. ..
windshield and rear glass is in. wiring is 80%...getting close.
are glass the same shape? does anyone know fir sure?
New in box SW electric oil gauge. ive had this gauge for future project, time to make space.70.00 plus shipping.
brand new dummy spotlight.left and right mounts so you can choose what side you want to mount it. 50.00 plus shipping.
thank you all.
I have a 1940 mercury which is missing the interior door handles and window crank handles. Do 1949-1950 interior handles fit / interchange?
Wow,what a journey . I just came up on ur post. So much work to get these cars back up when they are in the condition you found ur merc. The end...
I am 80% done sewing up the interior...insulation work is about 90% wiring has started,30% completed...my next goal is to get it to Santa Maria...
Troy's '36... Hands down favorite!!
west coast dont let up on the customizing culture...many builds begin with restored cars,not many grand up builds..that's for us old coots! lol
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