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daoust

11-07-2011 @ 10:05 AM

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Would a 1947 Ford convertible with a Mitch*ll overdrive installed as an accessory have points deducted in a judged show? Would the deduction also apply to an installed Columbia overdrive?

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11-07-2011 @ 10:31 AM

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Yes, the Mitch*ll a deduction without question. The Columbia with the proper controls should be accepted.

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11-07-2011 @ 10:53 AM

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I'm new to this so please excuse the dumb question. How much of a deduction would that be? For instance, under the judging CD I got from EFV8 Club store said somethig like "deduct 1 point for each 5 incorrect screws." Pretty insignificant. How much of a deduction would the Mitch*ll OD get? Any idea?

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11-07-2011 @ 11:56 AM

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David, I'm reluctant to comment on any particular accessory itself, but I can tell you that the Judging Forms do address accessories as either major or minor, with a very modest deduction. Look to the bottom of each page for the "Added Accessories" section. You will see the standard and maximum deductions. Bear in mind also that modifications performed to a car such as holes drilled or panels altered to accommodate the accessory may also draw point deductions, as will the absence of those parts of the car that were replaced by the accessory. This is not to imply that those deductions would add up to unreasonable proportions, but rather that every point deducted can itself become the straw that breaks the camel's back, so careful consideration must be given any such modification.

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11-07-2011 @ 12:24 PM

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I guess it comes down to show points versus improved driveability. Thanks everyone.

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11-07-2011 @ 1:03 PM

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Well, IMHO your stunningly beautiful 47 DESERVES a Columbia, and then you can have your cake and eat it too.

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Thank you Stroker. Columbias ODs are very hard to find in good condition. That's why I was thinking about the Mitch*ll OD which Macs carries.

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11-07-2011 @ 2:25 PM

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Great looking car. I was wondering about the color of the paint? What color is it? Is it a 47 color? The seats look great. Did Ford open cars in 47 have 2 color seats?
Do you have the stock 59Ab?
Again fantastic looking car

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11-07-2011 @ 3:34 PM

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David:

It just so happens that the manager of this Forum is the go-to person when it comes to Columbias. He may be contacted at: http://columbiatwospeedparts.com. John can help you get started.

I have a 38 Ford with a Columbia that my dad purchased new. I have no qualms regarding the Mitch-ll,
but of course it isn't original. It is an excellent, bullet proof design but so is a well prepared
up-graded Columbia. At some point, you may consider parting with your beauty. Having the correct overdrive will enhance the value of your already very desirable ride, and give you a real "cruiser"
that can win awards in the meantime.

They're out there, just haunt Ebay, but follow John's advice before paying too much for a basket case.
If it were me, given my life-long Columbia affair, I'd opt for the "Skyway Drive".

Dan

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11-07-2011 @ 3:34 PM

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