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Not worthy to put in the trophy girls thread?

 

She isn't holding a trophy

 

It absolutely is...I usually do post in the threads where they are relevant but didn't this time...must have been at the end of a posting run...consider it done...thanks @loudbang

 

Just witnessing this moment in go fast history is a Trophy...

 

http://www.themotorhood.com/themoto...re-1932-ford-coupe-1931-ford-model-a-roadster

Credit to Photographer, Owner

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Credit to Photographer, Owner

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Just like to give a Big Thank You to all the Support from Hamber's everywhere for their contributions, comments, or just looking and enjoying this thread on the beloved Louver...

Regards, Stogy

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Hamber @HomemadeHardtop57's
Hotrod Roadster sporting
His own special brand of Hand punched Louvers

https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/the-cyclone-roadster.1003427/

An all around Craftsman of Vintage Hotrod...he just happens to be at a stage of the latest louver operation in his Latest Hotrod build that so many have fond thoughts and words for...the sanding and prep for paint...



This is going to be another powerhouse Hotrod which continues to move forward to the finish line...

If you haven't checked it out it's another detail packed adventure in the Traditional Hotrod building style that is revered at the Hamb...

https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/jerry-s-32-5-window-project.1032277/

Credit to Photographer, Videographer, Owner

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Credit to Photographer, Owner
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...Shell nose high...who cares...
Nice Hotrod sporting a clean set of louvers...Many Moons Ago

Credit to Photographer, Owner

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4 rows on a Forty

 

Uh! I guess that would be 8 rows.

 

That's ok Paul, there's no math on Saturdays.

 

My 48 done by #need louvers ? here on the HAMB

 

Finishing them for paint apparently...I guess if they are in a roof you may get Sunlight which can be a health hazard ***ulatively and perhaps increases wind noise. Another con may be losing aesthetic appeal due to just do many taking away from visual balance...There was a Deuce waaaaaay back that well...had too many and it looked a little ridiculous...you know the old saying Too Much of a Good Thing...

 

I was considering both the hood & trunk lid, real curious if exhaust fumes or excessive dust is an issue.
I plan to run exhaust full length past rear bumper.

 

Your absolutely right those is are very serious things and important to consider...certain vehicles do collect dust in that area...you may have to seal the bulkhead between the trunk and cabin...even for noise let alone dust and fumes.

 

Excellent pic thread, Stogy and crew!
One additional benefit of louvers that I don't think was mentioned...they strengthen a panel...give it more rigidity. I can see how that would be a good thing...maybe for a home-made deck-lid on a roadster or something that doesn't have an inner panel.
Mostly though, they look pretty cool.
P.S. - I've finished shiny louvers. Lots of fun.

 

The noise I like.
Carbon monoxide & excessive dust, not so much.

 

This '56 Chevy looks su****iously like my bud "Halibrand Jack" Stanley's old '56, right down to the deck lid louvers and '56 CA. plate. Jack's Chevy had a 392 Chrysler Hemi and LaSalle box (!) installed in 1957, and ran the dry lakes more than a few times...car was 'gutted', made good use of the louvers. (trapped air)

 

http://carguychronicles.com/2013/11/29-ford-****-flint-roadster-iconic-rod
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Credit to Photographer, Owner

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https://www.jalopyjournal.com/?p=23977

Credit to Photographer Tim Sutton, Owner

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