Engine and trans ready for 40 coupe. NOS block left at 3 3/16 but have 4" crank and Ross pistons. Couldn't see boring it to 3 5/16 and losing some of its life.
Columbia rear end will be behind this with Bendix brakes.![]()
awful story. it deserves to be back on the road, that's a lot of down time.Trying to wake up my coupe from her 25+ year nap and to have her driveable by the Turlock Swap Meet. Need to fix the collision damage first, then brakes, fuel and other time related problems. The car was parked in a garage after another car rolled into it while it was parked on a hill in San Francisco.
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I agree. My plan is to repair the damage without regard for cosmetics first. Get it driving again. And then decide what to do for the long term (paint, upholstery, etc.,or leave as is...).awful story. it deserves to be back on the road, that's a lot of down time.
Great combination of new and old. NOS block, that is amazing! Hoping I can come visit sometime soon when we visit my stepson in Shelton. High 5 for not over-boring that block.
Here are some photos of my '36 Ford pickup project.
Installed a '37 steering column and box and 36% Mitchell overdrive.
Used my friend (and his Son) and their Hydraulic Hoist to raise then lower Cab onto chassis.
Bruce Smith
Modesto, Ca.