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I can't find any info on what year this is from. Ford Thunder Power Battery Display stand.

I can't find any info on what year this is from. Ford Thunder Power Battery Display stand.

Used several insurers years ago. Went to Hagerty about 15 years ago. No regrets! Great to work with. Knows our needs. Prices VERY reasonable. Had one claim 8 years ago and was quickly and professionally handled to my complete satisfaction. I give 'em a 10.

1949 Mercury – complete chassis with all running gear including original motor (complete) and Overdrive transmission. Solid. Not a rust bucket. Unknown history. $975 Jim 301-752-0955 jimc1936@gmail.com

1949 Mercury – complete chassis with all running gear including original motor (complete) and Overdrive transmission. Solid. Not a rust bucket. Unknown history. $1,575 Jim 301-752-0955 jimc1936@gmail.com

Coupe Doors - pair NOS 1935-36 5-Window Driver door still in original FORD crate! Right door is new, BUT has bottom rust out from sitting on damp floor or ground. $1,775 for the pair. Can deliver to Carlisle or Hershey. Jim 301-752-0955 jimc1936@gmail.com

'37 Standard because of the 3 digit tripometer.

You may be able to remove the door lock cylinder and it may have a code number on it which will match the ignition (if original). If it does, many locksmiths can still cut to that code. If not, replacement ignition cylinder is your best bet.

Had a similar problem. Turned out to be the on-off switch was the culprit.

Easier fix might be to use a Dome light from a Coupe (35 or 36) which has the switch built into the assembly. Not factory, but practical.

I've had several NOS 35-36 Running boards which were all painted flat black underneath. Also the rubber appeared to be some sort of vulcanized process since the small holes in the boards were used for adhesion of the rubber.

SOLD 1939 Coupe SEAT. Original from low mileage car. Excellent broadcloth upholstery and springs. Some moth spots on bottom cushion (but not eaten through) Back and frame excellent. $275 OBO Trade for 35-36 parts. Jim 301-752-0955 jimc1936@gmail.com

Professional frame-off restoration in 1980s with 40 Ford factory rebuilt engine, Imron frame, LeBaron Bonney leather interior & top. Less than 1,000 miles on smooth running motor. Body & paint nice. Not driven since 1999. Been in the same family since new. Very good condition but showing...

1939 Coupe SEAT. Original from low mileage car. Excellent broadcloth upholstery and springs. Some moth spots on bottom cushion (but not eaten through) Back and frame excellent. $375 OBO. ‘39 Radiator from same car – split core. $195. Can deliver to Hershey. 301-752-0955 jimc1936@gmail.com

Modern rollback operators love to run tie-down straps through modern wheels, which can take the stress. BUT no way our old thinner wire wheels were made to take such pressure. Always tie down classics with axle straps only.