1933-34 Potter Trunk Question

[CC33]

I am attempting to finally mount the trunk to the car, and have a question. Does the trunk actually rest on the skirt, or is it raised up from the skirt? My spare tire mount seems to be causing a problem with clearance as well with the trunk opening. I will have to shim it a bit to raise the trunk.

 

[johnschultz]

I have a potter trunk on my 34 Phaeton, If I can be of any help just ask. John

 

[d.conrad]

I too have a Potter trunk on my 34 Phaeton. About 40 years ago I copied a bumper extension and spare tire extension. Finally, 40 years later I got an original bumper extension. I never did find the sheet metal skirt that goes under the trunk.If you want I'll take a picture of the bumper extension for you. Let me know.

 

[CC33]

All resolved. Thanks for the offer. The trunk sits above the skirt just slightly. The skirt is nothing fancy. Just thin sheet metal formed around the bumper extension.

 

[mike1934]

You wouldn't happen to have extra hinges and latches for a 34 potter trunk would you???

 

[CC33]

You wouldn't happen to have extra hinges and latches for a 34 potter trunk would you???

No sorry, those are the tough find for Potter trunks. Best chance is to find a set that were made back in the 80's. Maybe someone has a set sitting on a shelf some where.

 

[mike1934]

Thanks, I know they are hard to come by though I'd give it a shot, the search goes on!!