The time has come to talk you about my new project. I've been thinking about a sedan for a while now, since my other hot rods only have two seats, and the desire to combine "hot rod" and "family" is growing stronger... Recently, I had the opportunity to buy a 34 Tudor. The car is in really good condition, with only three owners, and is completely original. It's worth noting that here in France, this model is extremely rare! This one is a French-made model, which makes it even better! After managing to free up some space in the garage, I brought it home last weekend. With a few exceptions (the Marchal headlights, which are specific to models made in France, and the speedometer), the car is complete and in excellent condition. The engine hasn't started for about ten years; the seller mentioned ignition problems. The initial goal is to ***ess the current mechanical condition and get it running again. The second objective is to improve its appearance (lowering, wheels/tires), and finally, a little later, to install a French 4.2L flathead engine coupled to a Volvo gearbox to make it a bit more "modern". Here are some pictures when I brought it home. I will soon post some updates
I got the same -more or less. My 34 Tudor came from Argentine, has still RH steering. I converted it to a 4,2 french flathead, fitted a 5 speed SsangYong gearbox and added a blower last year. Replaced the flimsy original drums with 11" F100 drums and fitted a brake booster. Lowered it with a dropped axle front and fitted a Chevy S10 rear axle, converted to the 34 springs with a couple leaves less. It already had 35 spoked wheels but I replaced them with some 16" aftermarket spoked wheels with wider rims. This car is lots of fun, you will not regret it one minute.
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