| Fober12 | -- 08-28-2012 @ 7:09 PM |
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Hey all.....I just started restoring my great grandfathers 1936 Ford that he purchased off the showroom floor in 1936. I've got many questions so I'll ask them as I need help with my project. First off....is there a shop manual or parts list book that you would recommend? The car was garaged in a barn for over thirty years in Nebraska and was in pieces when I picked it up. I'm not sure what parts I exactly need to buy as I want to make the car as ORIGINAL/STOCK as I can. One Issue I ran into was finding the screws that mount the dashboard to the window frame and the two bolts that attach the steering drop down to the dashboard. Every parts warehouse I've called doesn't carry them......any help please????
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| TonyM | -- 08-28-2012 @ 7:54 PM |
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There are tons of reprinted Ford Shop Material and Part Lists books out there. I spent a few hundred already on the related books for my 1937 Fordor. Get a catalog from the major Ford vendors for an idea of what is out there: MAC's Antique Auto Parts 800-777-0948 Bob Drake Reproductions 800-221-3673 C & G Early Ford Parts 760-740-2400 Dennis Carpenter Ford Parts 800-476-9653 Joe's Antique Auto 800-508-3980 LeBaron Bonney Company 800-221-5408 Gas Light Auto Parts 800-242-6491 Get as many related catalogs as you can; those catalogs will contain the shop manuals and related Ford materials. Call and most vendors will send you a catalog for free (I think you have to pay for your first big Drake Catalog). These companies also have on-line catalogs. Good Luck with Grandfather's car. TonyM . . . 78-73B
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| tierod | -- 08-28-2012 @ 8:28 PM |
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Purchase the Clubs' publication on 35-36 Restoration avail on this site. A must have for any owner/restorer. This message was edited by tierod on 8-28-12 @ 8:30 PM
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| Fober12 | -- 08-29-2012 @ 9:26 PM |
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Thanks for the info guys.....much appreciated!!!
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| trjford8 | -- 09-01-2012 @ 7:54 AM |
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For correct nuts and bolts go to Roy Nacewicz. His web site is; www.fordbolts.com.
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| supereal | -- 09-01-2012 @ 11:20 AM |
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For some reason, Ford used odd thread pitches on many, if not most, of their bolts and fasteners. Regardless of how grungy the orginals appear, save them. We never throw any away, and often search our collection for the right ones. As to restoration, even though a car may be a family heirloom, it is a very good idea to try to determine the current market value before setting out. This will aid in deciding how far to go, and how much to spend. There are several reliable price guides that will give you a "ball park" number. Eventually, all vehicles are sold, and recovering just the actual cash invested can be a challenge.
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| admiral1960 | -- 09-16-2012 @ 5:37 PM |
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Did not see anyone mention the "GREEN BOOK". If they did I missed it. The Green Book is an illustrated parts breakdown for 1928-1948 passenger cars and trucks. Very helpful book. Not the complete answer but very good reference. Its full title is "FORD CHASSIS PARTS AND ACCESSORIES CATALOG" Three more books that are helpful: Body Parts List - Passenger and Commercial Cars 1935 & 1936 Chasis Parts List - 1928-1937 Automotive Hardware and Trimming Supplies - 1929-1938 Allen E Michler AW1, USNR (10 yrs) LTC, TC, USAR (29 yrs)
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| lightflyer1 | -- 09-18-2012 @ 9:22 PM |
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There is also a web site out there with the parts info in pdf format. http://norgv8club.org/norg/index.php/headliner-newsletters-and-tech-tips/category/11-parts-diagrams I downloaded all these to my computer and phone.
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