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Side Stripe on 1937 Ford V8 Phaeton
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ravi.avalur |
10-03-2018 @ 11:51 PM
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Thank you ! Will follow the restoration book and post a pic when its done. Regards
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zeke3 |
09-28-2018 @ 8:03 AM
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Ravi, I enjoyed the history of your car. The description of the paint stripe for the 1937 Ford is the second paragraph on page 2-2 of the 1937 Ford book and a photo showing the detail at the origin at the front of the car is on page 2-3.
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ravi.avalur |
09-27-2018 @ 10:53 PM
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Attaching a write up that was part of the restoration book I'd put together for the Cartier Concours D'Elegance in 2015. Though you might find it interesting.
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ravi.avalur |
09-27-2018 @ 10:48 PM
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The paint shop is part of a specialist car restoration workshop (the best we have here in New Delhi). Be that as it may, I am concerned because he hasn't much experience with Ford V8s. Would be very grateful if you could have a look at the stripe on the car in the picture and let me know whether it is correct or , if not, what could be improved. I will have to guide them as they are best facility I have locally. If that picture isn't clear enough, I have many more. I am very grateful to you for sharing your expertise. If you ever come out to India, I'd be happy to take you for a drive.
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MG |
09-26-2018 @ 11:06 PM
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Here's a picture of a Fordor Touring Sedan that may be helpful....
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ravi.avalur |
09-26-2018 @ 10:05 PM
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Thanks you ! Very similar to mine, two doors less, a cabriolet I assume? I am taking a print out of this and comparing it to the stripe that that I currently have on the car (this picture was taken last year). I must repaint certain panels so thought it best to correct the stripe now if needs be. Mine seems to be slightly different , your opinion much appreciated.
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ford38v8 |
09-26-2018 @ 10:03 PM
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Ravi, I would not allow a paint shop to stripe a garbage can. That is something that takes a lot of practice to get it right, and there are those who specialize in striping. Wait till you get your car back and ask for references before you hire someone to perform that delicate task.
Alan
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ravi.avalur |
09-26-2018 @ 9:45 PM
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Yes, in fact I did buy the 37 Ford book in 201o when I began the project. The paint shop that is doing the paint job for me now has the book but work will only allow me to return home and to the paint shop in a few weeks. By any chance, would you be able to tell me which page the stripe is best illustrated on ? I could then ask the paint shop to check it before they start the work. Much appreciated !
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3w2 |
09-26-2018 @ 4:47 PM
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The attached may be helpful, at least for the front half of the stripe as it is the same for all U.S.-built '37 passenger cars.
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ford38v8 |
09-26-2018 @ 12:00 AM
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Ravi, Have you purchased the V8 Club's 1937 book? There are photos in there that perfectly illustrate the stripe, and will answer many other questions you surely have about your '37 Ford. Go to the Home Page on this website, then Online Store. All the Club's books are accessed from that location.
Alan
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