82-A Closed Cab Wood Fasteners?

[Neil Wilson]

I received the following request from a club member:

I am replacing all the wood in my 82-A closed cab and would like to know what bolts, screws etc. are required for this. The bolts for the door post would be most helpful and any information I might require to do this correctly. Thank you, Clinton

If anyone knows of a source for this information, please let us know.

 

[wrndln]

Les Andrew's volume 2 Mechanics book has a section that describes the fasteners used for several body styles including a 28/29 pickup/AA cab. I took pictures of the 9 pages and can send you them if you like. I did find what I believe is a problem in that Les states most of the wood screws are #10, but from dismantling my cab and some research, I believe they are actually #12 screws. I am posting the first page of Les' pickup/AA section below this post.
Rusty Nelson

 

[Gunmetal blue2]

Thank you wrndln that will help me out as well, alot of the orginal wood and hardware is there just didn't know how orginal it all was.

 

[Terry NJ]

I use slotted head # 12s. Just a warning, Slotted head screws are becoming Dinosaurs. You can't get them at Lowes or Home Depot. The best source I've found is the flea market. The Cheapest too! Don't forget to put Butcher's wax on the threads, they drive much easier. "Butcher's Wax" is name of a product, but any paste , wood wax will do.
Terry

 

[townsedan29]

you can also try Fastenal for slotted screws. bar soap works great on the threads of screws to ease driving

 

[RawhideKid]

Hey, don't forget McMaster-Carr. They have a LOT of period close to correct fasteners.

 

[Roger V]

The best place to buy fasteners is boltdepot.com as they will sell as few as one. That way you don't have to buy some minimum number when you only need a few. They have a great selection too.

 

[SteveB31]

We have the bolt kit for that in stock Neil.

Steve @ Bert's

 

[Mike V. Florida]

We have the bolt kit for that in stock Neil.

Steve @ Bert's

This is the best way to go. He will have exactly what he needs. Nothing "extra" and no additional orders for shortages.

 

[wrndln]

Bert's has a bolt/screw kit, but like most model A suppliers, it is probably made up of modern fastener with incorrect heads and marking on the heads. If authenticity is important, these fasteners aren't what you want. I could be wrong but I don't think so.
Rusty Nelson

 

[RawhideKid]

I finally found the place I saw that had Ford bolts and screws.

http://www.fordscript.com/