SHOP UPDATE: The Model A check list is getting smaller

 Sue and I learned how to install a Model A roof today. What a process. We added some  interior color first. Then added some wire screen for support. Then comes the foam padding. Finally the cobra long grain top material. Lots of stretching and tacks. I am really pleased with the finished product.

This is the interior with the matching vinyl in the roof. I love it, it really looks nice.

 Headlights...check

 Tail lights....check

 Registration with vintage plates.......check

Now its time to put about a million miles on it!!!!

SHOP UPDATE: Random shop stuff

I fabricated the rear of the trans tunnel tonight. This is under the seat. I will finish the floor and start on the front section in the morning.

Here is Shaun's newly skinned door in 2K primer. Tomorrow I will start the body work and get it ready for paint

SHOP UPDATE: Just some random shop stuff

I scored a really nice 51 Ford flathead for Bill's roadster. It has a Mercury crank, 3/4 race cam,finned aluminum heads and intake with 2 Stromberg 97s. Fresh rebuild, never started. Should be perfect.

This is Shaun's door for four door Dodge power wagon. Someone did some really bad body work on it. The body filler had cracked out and the door was oil canning really bad. I tried to strengthen it but it was to far gone. Next solution, re-skin it. I shaped a new upper skin out of 18 gauge and replaced the damaged skin. It has a nice straight panel and is very rigid. Should take a skim coat of filler and block out for paint.

SHOP UPDATE: Susi got a welding lesson today !

 Here is Susi on her first try at running a couple beads.

 This is her first bead.

This is her fourth bead. I think we have a winner!!!! She is a pretty fast learner. I think she will be just fine. I am so proud of her!!

SHOP UPDATE: Joe's 49 Ford rag top

This is Joe's 49 rag top

 I am pressing the axle bearings on the Strange axles.

 This is the rear axle and suspension we assembled today

This is the first time this chassis has been on tires. This is an Art Morrison chassis for Joe's 49 Ford rag top.

SHOP UPDATE: Todd's cab is back on, now we can start the metal work

 These are the new lake headers.

Now the cab is back on, we started the metal work on the floor today. I am waiting on the shifter and E-brake. Then I will be able to fabricate the trans tunnel and start on the dash.

SHOP UPDATE: The 29 A pickup

I spent some time this weekend on my A. I installed the rear window and the passenger door glass. I installed a new window regulator, door panel and the trim above the door. I hope to finish the drivers door this evening.