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1930 Model "A" Highboy Nostalgia Roadster Project
Objectives:
1. Build a 1940’ s Period "Hot Rod" utilizing authentic period parts and building techniques.
2. Duplicate the era when " Real" Hot Rods
were built on a budget, and used as everyday drivers.
In a way, these cars were not only self-expressions of the
owner/builder,
but resulted in an "art form" definitely worthy of
preservation.
3. Utilize as many spare vintage parts as possible to
replicate the concept of building
on a budget, and utilizing "junkyard" available parts .
Input:
Recognizing that there is "no fine car before its
time", there is time to get some input on
the specifications in order to insure the final project plan and
execution is complete,
although there has been a challenge to complete this car in mid-summer
2000.
Lets have some fun looking over the
specs , and watching the completion on www.hotrodalley.com
How ironic to use current technology to follow the build of a 1940’s
replica.
Please look over the specifications,
and e-mail your suggestions.
As this car is being built, you’ll see what has been decided on, as
well as your comments.
The project will be digitally captured on the website as it progresses.
Thanks for your input, and I hope this has provided some humble entertainment
Body
- Original 1930-1931
Cowl, Gas Tank, and Dash Rail mated to a Brookville 1930-1931
Model “A” Rear Section and Doors.
Rumble
Seat configuration
(because I have 2 boys that need a place to sit while cruising!)
Reproduction hardware
for Door Handles, Rumple Handle,
and Deluxe Windshield frame and stantions
Because there
are no fenders, the car will have wind wings with “the garage” logo
etched into the glass.
(This should keep some amount of tire spray out of the passenger
compartment)
Color PPG DP-90
Hood
- Original 1930-1931 Model A Hood
Top with Side Panels removed.
“The Garage” painted on lower portions of the hood top on each side as
seen in vintage speed trial pictures.
Hood secured with 2 leather straps on each side to expose engine.
Lights: still working on this......
For photos of the project please click here!
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