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11-10-2011 @ 10:50 AM

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At 1 point deduction for each 5 incorrect screws, if my restored truck were judged, it would be awarded a zero, because practically all of my fasteners are incorrect. (I recall that there are 1,200 nuts and bolts.) But it drives very well.

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11-09-2011 @ 9:49 AM

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License Plate: She let me buy the car. I thought it was the least I could do.

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11-09-2011 @ 8:25 AM

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Yes, it's an original color from 1947. Blue-Gray. Seat are correct also. Bedford cord material with vinyl. Thank you for the compliments.

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11-08-2011 @ 9:03 PM

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FINALLY..............
Someone noticed the license plate.
I was waiting for that.

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11-08-2011 @ 4:58 PM

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I would go with the 3.54 ratio.
Also, like your car and the license plate.

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11-08-2011 @ 6:59 AM

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Another alternative is the 3:54 rear end. It will allow you to cruise nicely at 55MPH on the Interstates and still give you decent performance in the city.

It is less expensive than a Columbia and will not add to the value of the car like a Columbia will, but it does make the car a very nice driver.

A Columbia will add it cost to the proceeds when you sell, a Mitch*ll will not.

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11-08-2011 @ 5:54 AM

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11-07-2011 @ 8:59 PM

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David, I have to agree with Stroker on all points. Nobody could have said it better than "Stunningly Beautiful", and for such a car, nothing but a Columbia will do. I see the trophy on the fender, so awards apparently are important as well as drivability, so if it were me, I'd mortgage my soul to put the correct Columbia in it. Here's hoping you'll be convinced!

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11-07-2011 @ 4:11 PM

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I have a Ryan OD under my '47 convertible, and it really improves hiway driving. I spent a year seeking a Columbia that was complete, in usable shape, and not a fortune. Most were junkyard refugees with no controls, and unknown internal conditions. I don't show my cars, preferring to have fun on the road. I have no quarrel with a concourse specimen, but safety and drivability trumps awards for me.

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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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