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    First drive after build

    Today was the day we actually drove the ‘31 Roadster Pick up. This is a ground up build from multiple parts and pieces. Late ‘31 Roadster pickup. All steel. This is a project with my father, myself and my son. Three generation build. My father started aquiring the parts 40 years ago. The drive...
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    '31 roadster pickup vacuum windshield wiper question

    I've always heard the wiper on the open pickup is different. We have one that was acquired over the years that is supposed to be the "right one", but the retained clips we acquired from a reputable vendor for an open car, do not appear to work. Question: Is the roadster pickup vacuum wiper...
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    Antique Ford Car Show in Ft. Myers Fl on Saturday 2/3/2018

    The Annual Antique Ford Car Show at the Edison and Ford Winter Estates in Ft. Myers FL is this Saturday, February 3, 2018. The flyer indicates over 100 antique Fords will be on display. This venue is the lawn, riverside, at the Thomas Edison and Henry Ford Winter Retreat homes, in Lee County...
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    '31 Roadster p/u top question

    Working on getting the top on the '31 Roadster pickup we are putting together. Bought the Cartouche top with plastic back window. I need to obtain the "studs" that go in the top of the back panel to hold the bottom of the top down. This top does not have a center flap that can be pulled up...
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    fenders and running boards assembly Q's

    We have had a successful short drive, and are getting ready to install the rear fenders, running boards, and front fenders. Any suggestions regarding the order of installation, or any tips from the wealth of knowledge from the Ford Barn? Late 1931 Roadster Pickup. Parts acquired over 25+...
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    Starter bendix parts

    What am I missing here, other than the bolts and washers to hold on the spring. It appears a significant portion of the shaft is missing. Is this available or do I need to get a new bendix assembly?
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    Model A in movie filmed in New Orleans May 2016

    We were in New Orleans in late May 2016. They were filming a movie on St. Charles Avenue. Did not learn the name of the film, but there were some pretty nice cars involved. Any film buffs know the film or know a way to find out which film they were shooting?
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    New Forum Member

    Not quite sure of the protocol, but wanted to put out an introduction/warning on the Ford Barn Model A forum regarding anticipated questions and potential use in the near future. Currently helping my father with a build of his late 1931 Roadster Pick-up truck. We are making progress and have...
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