I'm in the wrong place....

Y-Blockhead

Y-Blockhead

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Ryan said:
I've gotten a bunch of private messages as of late about this and thought I had better speak up.

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Question: Is the Ford Barn about stock/restored early Fords?

Answer: YES!

Question: Is the Ford Barn about hot rodded or customized early Fords?

Answer: No... That's not our focus on The Ford Barn. The Jalopy Journal focuses on that stuff.
All that said, I understand there is some overlap. A great example is a guy with a '40 coupe that he likes to drive quite a bit. For drivability, he might stick a dual carb intake and maybe even some heads on his mill. Advice on such modifications is, of course, welcomed.

I realize (and I'm sure you guys do as well) that there is no broad line of separation between hot rodded and stock early Fords. This would be easy if there was... But it's important to remember that the Ford Barn focuses on the stock restorations while The Jalopy Journal focuses on hot rods and customs. Sure, we will have some "sidebars" on each site covering more bases, but the general premises remains.
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Wow, after all this time I guess I'm in the wrong place. Not much stock about my '55. Guess I'll see you over on The Jalopy Journal.:eek::eek:
 
If everyone here, whose car or pickup is modified in some way, left the FordBarn there
would be very few members left here.
Many people here, with modified vehicles, are a big asset to this site, and have a lot
of knowledge about the stock Fords, and answer many questions others have about
problems with their original vehicles......just my 2 cents. ;)

















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Lanny, I was half joking. It just kind of surprised me to see a post like that from Ryan. In actuality I never thought about stock vs. non-stock on this site because there are so many people asking about modifications or if there were complaints. Just stuck me as odd, that's all.

Besides the Y-Block social group on The Jalopy Journal is basically dead...
 
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I too find it odd.....the HAMB is "traditional" (their deffinition, not mine) and if you dare cross the line look out....I believe Ryan is trying to shape thinking along his lines rather then letting it flow much like modifying cars has from the early post war days to todays cars.

Total restored cars to 100% stock are for rubbing on and looking at. Even the Model A club allows updating the brakes and oiling systems. If you are going to drive them they need to be made a touch safer, brakes and seat belts at a minimum, and better lighting both front and rear. It just don't make sense to put ourselves and others in danger for the sake of being "traditional".
 
The old Ford barn was more into ANY problems,my 39 was built with ideas from there.
mII ifs c4 trans and parrrlel springs.
When the new chevy barn comes on line maybe it would be good to have street rod site.
 
I always thought this was a very good place to SHARE information, toughts and ideas with fellow ford guys. We all have a little different thoughts on "what way to go with a project". This is suposed to be a hobby not a religon. I only hope this place never get so stuffy or up thight that people have to question if this the right place to check in and ask for help. Frank
 
I'm new here myself ...didn't realize that the site focused on stock restorations ....maybe if I'd read a few hundred threads

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Being a past follower and "user" of the (very) good firsthand information I found on the Ford Barn web site - I'd say things are moving along about the same as in years before - especially the "late model" advice. Guys with the FORD "T"s and "A"s are still doing their thing too.

I like to think of my own outfit as a "daily driver" sort of rig - not a strict restoration at all. As such, I like to hear useful tips about it from other 50's FORD owners. The fellows who like to do 100% restorations aren't being misused or abused here (and they weren't on the old "BARN" either) - so what's the beef?
 
My 55 sedan looks like it did the day it was sold new, except it sits lower. It has been changed to keep up with traffic in today's world. It has a better radio, radial tires, a five speed, and three point seat belts, disc brakes, and just a bit more power out of its newer bigger Y block.
 
My '46 isnt stock, but it's not a hotrod either, and I'm not cluttering up the site with questions about it. Now the '62 Merc IS bone stock, so I am safe, maybe, as long as the definition for early Fords includes '62 Mercury.
 
I felt like I fit in pretty well on the old "barn". Not so much here and certainly not on the Hamb. A lot of the old 'barners migrated over to the Chevy site and now that it's been sold as well, I can only wonder what will happen to it when it reopens here.
 
My junker is 100% factory stock, and although I'm not interested in modifications, I am happy that there are other people here who are interested in modifications. Many of them do have a vast knowledge of the original Ford parts and installations. So just because they modernize doesn't mean they don't have valuable input here.
 
I couldn't agree more, especially Frank's point about getting too stuffy. I hope this site remains all inclusive. Why would we limit the participation and the information available? I've learned a lot from both purests and rodders alike. This doesn't have to be difficult. Let's keep it all fun and interesting while making every one feel welcome. - John
 
y-blockhead, i hate to see you check out of here, if this or any site gets so exclusive we can't share with others who want to bring something to the party then were toast, the fun is gone and everyone has there shorts pulled up to tight. THIS IS SUPOSED TO BE A HOBBY, FUN, ENJOJABLE. Lets keep if that way, lighten up folks. Frank
 
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