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[ATTACH] [ATTACH] The engine is all done and in. Just going over details like exhaust and fuel and getting some power to the distributor. Once...
A glimmer of progress! My daughter now seven was so excited and proud to push it out on tires for the first time! [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
New Year’s resolution? Work on my roadster more. It will roll on finished wheels with fresh tires soon and have a temporary running engine this...
[ATTACH] Slow progress but it’s happening. Brush painted with rustoleum implement enamel. Just exactly how they would have in 1930.
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] I kept the t rear but model a engine and trans. Model a front axle. This was while in mock-up, I’ve completed all the...
I’ll paint this next and then the frame and start bolting it all together in complete form. This was some work as well. A mish mash of model t and...
I’ve not stopped on my roadster. I just don’t have time to do anything with a 5 year old and working full time. My rolling chassis with all the...
Here is the description from the builders web page. Probably also a good idea to post this here because who knows how long that will be available....
Yes those are Chevrolet wheels, 25-26 wheels.
[ATTACH] I found the builder, he was in Massachusetts when he built it. Sold to Virginia or somewhere south. No trace since. Anyone know it?
This was a mock-up from mine a few years. Turns out making it a functional automobile was tougher than I anticipated with a young kid running...
I’m bummed he isn’t keeping the banger in it. Like come on pretty much every 32 has a v8. It’s become boring. But a hot banger hot enough to peel...
I don’t think the slats would be difficult. I think if you looked at online metal resources you might find something very close and easy to work...
If building an insert with the awesome grille you have that I’m jealous and in love with. I’d try to get as close to another beautifully designed...
Dude that’s a bummer, I’m sorry. But hey look for super nice model a chassis and find the best t body you can. Start with the best you can find....
[ATTACH] Have you gotten the frame and body project you found for sale? I ask because the rolling chassis you pictured belongs to Clayton...
Need some advice from someone who has used a magneto on a model a. My car will be difficult to mount a generator on so my hope is that I can run a...
You didn’t the pic of your injury!
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Here is a dimensions drawing for 26-27 t roadster body and also for ford model a frame
Good question, I’m not sure. If you poke around online I think there is a line drawing of the 26-27 t roadster with dimensions. The 26-27 roadster...
Here is a build thread on putting a t body on a model a chassis. I always wanted to see this car lowered. Unfortunately it sold overseas, and I...
. I’d say the best option is to keep it simple. Take a running and driving model a chassis. Leave it alone but lower it as much as possible,...
[ATTACH] Some guys, ok everyone who has built a gow seems to think this one is iconic
Haven’t made a progress report in a long time. But here goes a good one. Got a lot done. Model a engine mounted in t frame. Model t hand crank in...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Well my roadster is starting to come together finally. Lots still to do but encouraging nonetheless! [ATTACH]
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] Started getting a engine into t chassis
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Ah ha! You did get the stands and shafts!! Dibs on leftovers ;)
I do see a good use and direction for either old and poorly restored model t fords or old project cars that don’t make sense to restore these...
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