They are rebuildable. I didn't knot that back then. There are people on this site that know a lot about them. I think they ar a good choice for your build. One of the options for my roadster are arm type shocks from a '49 Chevy pickup. I have a good working set. The only problem is they are single action and only resist on return. The spring was supposed to resist the other way. They should be OK on a light car.
I have some Delco Lovejoys that may work better for the rear. Like you said, resist on return only. For an unloaded truck or roadster they’ll likely be good. Not sure about a Phaeton. The ‘37 Ford brakes I have have been rebuilt. I was just under the impression that the resistance could be adjusted. Summer/winter due to viscosity of the oil. I’ll figure it out.
They may be low on oil or possible need new clean oil. There must be valves and seals in there. I can get kits for my Chevy ones. I don't know how the Ford shocks come apart. It may not be something you want to know.
Jeremy (BG1932) just started on his way back to OHIO after delivering some parts. Original splash aprons, board and fender brackets, running boards and a dropped headlight bar. The H.A.M.B. pre-war car community is just the best. Thanks, Jeremy! Me and Spencer enjoyed the time and appreciate the ***ist!!
SLOW and steady. I can’t seem to string together more than an hour at a time…. Underside of the aprons painted. I’m pretty impressed with the VHT Ch***is paint so far. Was able to get the brakes built after digging through spring bins at several hardware and auto parts stores… These drums will need turned, but in the interest of moving forward, I installed them. Well… tried to. The clearance between drum and shoes is almost nothing. It was a struggle. When I pulled this back off to have a look, something on the spindle didn’t look right. That’s a valve seat. Something veterans of this would have noticed right away, but a neophyte like me thought was a machined part of the spindle. So… a little persuasion and I got those off. A little patience and calm effort got one drum slipped over the shoes and all is well with just the slightest of drag on the brand new old stock linings. On ONE side. The p***enger side is proving more of a challenge. If anyone has some tips or tricks, I’m all ears.
I broke my give-a-damn and ditched work to have a few uninterrupted hours to hot rod. Progress! Finally got the drum to go. Had to take the inside lip down a bit. Wheels on! Just a little drag from the new linings, and the brakes engage and release. On the ground! Long time (too long!) coming to get the front end set. Won’t know for sure how I did until I get a body on and the “right” wheels/tires (decided on 17s if I can find them…), but this looks good methinks. Now to rip the rear ends out of these two ch***ises…
Not much weight on them but you use ing cement blocks with weak side up. Keep hole side up like a block wall then piece of wood for jack stands. Son almost got hurt doing that. Lifted car off & block fell apart. Be careful stay safe
The transmission was dangling from this, and this alone in the Phaeton frame. So had to wrestle it out… “creatively”. And we’re ready to pull the rear…
Hi, friends! Sorry for going quiet! Work is a serious drag, but at least it looks like I’m going to lose my job in the next few weeks… Spencer and I had an amazing experience at Hershey this year, and I’ll post more on that soon. I want to thank everyone that showed a kindness to Spencer… especially Zach @SUHRsc and Dave @Carter. Thanks for your friendship, fellas. I also want to mention that our very own @Hitchhiker is starting something special on the Seattle Speed Shop channel. A complete series on building a traditional, pre-war, banger-powered hop up. The first episode is out and is getting some great attention. It’s number one in search if you Google “ford banger YouTube”. If you drop in on this thread because you like these early-style builds, take ten mins and watch my friend’s vid. “Banger Basics” has some great things coming with regards to what can be done to build an authentic, early Ford. I’ve had a preview. Subscribe so you don’t miss out.
Good news about the car. Hope you have a quick plan B for the job. I didn't realize the conversion was so close to completion.
Hey, Jeff. Both units are commercial on gas and generating. New set of owners for the company want to take it public and aren’t interested in major capital projects across the fleet. As the only construction manager they have… well… Plan B? Sure. Quick? Boy… I don’t know, friend.
Confidence is high, that you won't be out work for very long! You have skills and you have motivation!
Hope everything went well or at least as well as possible with the company being purchased and the position being eliminated...
Hes okay. I've got him spending on a non hamb friendly but kinda hamb friendly project right now that will be build at seattle speed shop. I'm sure he'll get back on the tub, when his garage warms back up in the spring. And not to spoil things, but my dude got a new job real quick. Which, rightfully so, he was worried about. But I knowing how talented and what a good dude he is, had no fear he'd land on his feet.
Hey @Hitchhiker Thanks for the update Matt, great to hear that Ryan is doing well. Thanks from Dennis.
Oh, friends. It’s been a struggle. Thanks for all the good thoughts and well wishes. I’m employed… things just got sorta nuts for the family with the layoff, job scramble, getting hired, 1,000 miles of travel during Christmas, and a significant project with the new company for me to try to control the chaos. Thanks to Matt for dispelling the rumors of my demise. The jalopy actually is getting some attention when the weather breaks. Small, insignificant things as far as updates are concerned. Painting parts, organizing things, tracking down the remainder of what’s needed. And I hope to rebuild the Marvel carbs this weekend. All the parts are nice and shiny. C’mon spring! Spencer and I are itching to finish this job and drive!!
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