Recent content by Dick Sparks

Hi John; I sold the 31 slant windshield car to a hotel in WI. that was built in the 20's and retains the old look and feel. They wanted and old car with modern running gear to drive guests on tours of the area. I run out of room to store all the cars I build and have to sell a car as another...

Thanks for all the nice comments. The Ford humpback is black. The upholstery was done by a club member in east Texas. He sewed all the interior in his shop. The wiper seem to have stiff springs but the wind load is too great. I too wonder if original wipers suffered the same fate. I have...

I have my 1935 fordor done and have driven it about 150 miles. Aside from a couple of rattles all has gone quite well except for the wipers blowing over the top above 55 MPH. I made a couple of retainers from some heavy stainless wire and that has worked well. It does not restrict the wipers...

Anyone have the color code for the Aggie Deep Maroon paint used on the 35 Texas tags? Thanks a lot....

My 1939 engine cracked inside and is not repairable. It ran great. The crank is original and in good shape as are the rods. I will sell the parts cheap. I have a pan, pressure plate, main caps, generator with mount and fan and two good heads. If you need them call me and let's deal... Dick...

I'm about ready for upholstery in my 1935 Touring sedan. I'm in east Texas and would like a good shop to contact. I have always used Lee Chatterton in Hot Springs, AR. but he's 2 years behind at present. If you can recommend someone it would sure be appreciated. I also have been reading...

I have a 35 sedan with a 51 Merc engine. Any a/c tips, ideas, experiences you may have would sure be helpful as I plan my installation. Cooling issue concern me most of all but compressor and alternator mounts is also a concern. Thanks guys. Dick Sparks east TX

1951 Ford Convertible*** 53 merc engine w/8ba heads *** 3 speed w/od *** electronic ignition *** Continental Kit *** skirts *** WWW radial tires *** New heavy duty radiator *** rear air shocks *** very roadworthy car with 17k since restoration *** 1950's steel pedal car matching car included...

1930 Model A Ford Pickup.*** Super nice. ***350 miles on body off restoration. *** Inserted engine-balanced-blueprinted from Bert's in Denver ***Lightened flywheel & V8 clutch *** High compression head *** automatic spark advance *** float-a-motor mounts ***hot cam-(over-size valves) air...

For Sale: 1930 Model A Pickup. Sat in a shed for 5 years. There are a lot of new parts. Doors have new hardware, new safety glass to be installed. Solid engine, transmission, rear-end, brakes & steering. Runs and drives fine. No smoke or strange sounds from the drive train. The bed has...

I need to speak with someone who knows the mods needed to install a 53 Merc V8 into a 1935 sedan which has a 1939 transmission. My 39 engine has a big crack. I can call or you can reach me at 903-360-7116 Dick Sparks

Anyone have the patterns for the door window glass? It would be so nice. Thanks: Dick Sparks

I got an email answering my question..... Thanks fellows...... Dick Sparks sparks1931@gmail.com

Photos of my 68C restoration. Hope they help... Dick Sparks http://s18.photobucket.com/user/kb5id/library/1931%20Cabriolet%20%2068C?sort=6&page=1

Late 31 pickup cab with factory steel roof and indented firewall. Nice but will need some work though not a lot. Best I've seen, not rotted out and mostly straight. No bed or chassis, just the cab and doors. No windshield frame either but I have one in good shape. Anyone have a good...