Kevin's
1931 Slant Window Cabriolet (68C)
Kevin's
1931 Slant Window Cabriolet (68C)
Here what I have done to make up my car which is being kept close to the way Ford made it. I am building this car for driving, I am trying to get the car with close to the original look of the factory. I have been balancing originanality with cost so there are some parts that just at less than perfect. I have tried to do as much as possible myself since this is really a project to learn from and is not a financially feasable venture. It is way cheaper to buy a completed car. Though I believe I could break even on this car since it is such a rare body style.
I am planning on doing mild modifications to the driveline. Lightened fly wheel, a 5.9 head, and B cam. A model A is designed to run 55 and I intend having a car the will confidently do that all day long. BTW, the main reason for the flywheel is my wife, using the V8 clutch lightens the pedal pressure needed and she is planning on driving this car. The question is, will she let me drive it when it is done?
For those who remember my website, I have made some changes to make it easier to update. I kind of stole the format from Vince Falter (I hope he does not mind) as he seems to be full of good ideas. I love the look of a slick webpage, but it takes way to much time which is better spent on family and car.
I am going to attempt to do a Model A FAQ.
Cowl
Doors
Rear Section
Top Parts
Frame
Plating
Plating your Model A, Few thoughts on correctly plating the A