Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Johns66 · 05-28-2017, 02:55 PM

I know this may not be the best spot for this thread but thought I would share something that has come up while trying to finish my truck.

My father is losing sight in one eye and memory is going.

In tribute to my dad I hauled his 1930 Model A roadster he bought in 1958 for the sun total of $60 to a buddy's shop here on waco.

**DPowers** · 05-28-2017, 03:11 PM

Well thats pretty cool.

Johns66 · 05-28-2017, 03:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DPowers

Well thats pretty cool.

Thanks, mocked in new floors yesterday.

**Palf70Step** · 05-28-2017, 05:09 PM

Very nice. Hope to see some progress checks on this one.

GMDad · 05-28-2017, 06:30 PM

Plan is to redo it all original for dad to get to drive it at least once? Very nice of you. Your trucks not going anywhere so time to concentrate on the Model A

Johns66 · 05-28-2017, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GMDad

Plan is to redo it all original for dad to get to drive it at least once? Very nice of you. Your trucks not going anywhere so time to concentrate on the Model A

Taking a few shortcuts like 1/4 20 button head bolts with distorted thread nuts instead of bucking 50 rivets for the sheet metal floor. Aside from that pretty solid car, had the rumble seat lid skinned. Doors should be mocked up this week, they are primed with the newer primer. The red oxide will be sanded off prior to paint.

It will look pretty factory, he dated my mother in this car.

Plan is to get him behind the wheel one time at least hopefully.

I'll post many more pictures.

**Mathew21** · 05-28-2017, 09:10 PM

That's awesome! I love Model A's. I'm sure your Dad will love to see run again.

flashed · 05-28-2017, 09:17 PM

Im in for this .

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 05-28-2017, 09:25 PM

Very cool project!

Johns66 · 05-29-2017, 07:34 PM

Finished mocking in most of the floor pans today, lots of holes to mark and drill Still have one panel to fit in the back of the frame. Have to tweak one of the middle panels but good progress anyway.

I am so glad my dad had the foresight and kept the original rusted out panels they served as a good reference even though they were pretty rusted in parts.

Next is wheel well work, but had to have floor pans in to strengthen subframe.

**Clyde65** · 05-29-2017, 08:13 PM

Nice!

Turtleman · 05-29-2017, 10:54 PM

I love projects like this...

When People do things out of love it effects SO Many more than just the one you think of

flashed · 05-30-2017, 06:57 AM

What a cool Distraction ,thanks for sharing .

Russell Ashley · 05-30-2017, 08:34 PM

Good story, Thanks for posting it here. That looks like a pretty solid body, I hope you can get it driving in time for your Dad to take one more spin in it.

MP&C · 05-30-2017, 10:28 PM

Nice project! Looks like a good family "heirloom"

dug224 · 06-04-2017, 06:45 AM

All signed up and along for the ride. Great project.

Johns66 · 08-05-2017, 09:15 AM

This is the floor bottom painted Cardinal Red, this color should look killer with the gloss black fenders and running boards. Next to mock up the doors and fix the inner wheel house and some small rust spots.

This will be painted inside the car and outside including good and gas tank.

nds1968 · 08-05-2017, 01:17 PM

Can't wait for more progress...

Nut Case · 08-06-2017, 02:47 AM

Johns66

We need more folks like you! Bless you.

Keep on keepin on

Nut Case AKA Kim

**Ol Blue K20** · 08-06-2017, 07:09 AM

Subbed to watch

hotrod 80 · 08-08-2017, 12:23 PM

Awesome car and story !

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-08-2017, 03:52 PM

Awesome project and what an even better reason to build it. It's awesome that he was able to keep the car all these years too. I'm pulling for you to get it done for him to enjoy it before his health slips away any farther.

**Advanced Design** · 08-09-2017, 06:42 AM

Good for you on a great project! Will be tagging along for the rest.

Johns66 · 08-10-2017, 10:26 PM

Thanks for the kind words pushing hard.

Johns66 · 08-19-2017, 04:26 PM

Painted subrails and interior firewall.

Turned out nice I think.

View from front seat.

John

05-28-2017, 02:55 PM	#1
Johns66 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 411	Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 I know this may not be the best spot for this thread but thought I would share something that has come up while trying to finish my truck. My father is losing sight in one eye and memory is going. In tribute to my dad I hauled his 1930 Model A roadster he bought in 1958 for the sun total of $60 to a buddy's shop here on waco. Attached Images

05-28-2017, 03:11 PM	#2
DPowers One foot in front of the other Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Parrottsville, TN Posts: 5,423	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 Well thats pretty cool. __________________ DP's 66 Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=361556

05-28-2017, 05:09 PM	#4
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,611	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 Very nice. Hope to see some progress checks on this one. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

05-28-2017, 06:30 PM	#5
GMDad Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Caledonia Ont Posts: 137	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 Plan is to redo it all original for dad to get to drive it at least once? Very nice of you. Your trucks not going anywhere so time to concentrate on the Model A

05-28-2017, 09:10 PM	#7
Mathew21 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Clinton township, MI Posts: 1,190	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 That's awesome! I love Model A's. I'm sure your Dad will love to see run again. __________________ It only has original paint once

05-28-2017, 09:17 PM	#8
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,729	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 Im in for this .

05-28-2017, 09:25 PM	#9
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 Very cool project! __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more

05-29-2017, 07:34 PM	#10
Johns66 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 411	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 Finished mocking in most of the floor pans today, lots of holes to mark and drill Still have one panel to fit in the back of the frame. Have to tweak one of the middle panels but good progress anyway. I am so glad my dad had the foresight and kept the original rusted out panels they served as a good reference even though they were pretty rusted in parts. Next is wheel well work, but had to have floor pans in to strengthen subframe. Attached Images Last edited by Johns66; 05-29-2017 at 08:10 PM. Reason: Spelling

05-29-2017, 08:13 PM	#11
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05-29-2017, 10:54 PM	#12
Turtleman Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 289	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 I love projects like this... When People do things out of love it effects SO Many more than just the one you think of

05-30-2017, 06:57 AM	#13
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,729	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 What a cool Distraction ,thanks for sharing .

05-30-2017, 08:34 PM	#14
Russell Ashley Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lawrenceville, Ga Posts: 2,640	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 Good story, Thanks for posting it here. That looks like a pretty solid body, I hope you can get it driving in time for your Dad to take one more spin in it.

05-30-2017, 10:28 PM	#15
MP&C Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Leonardtown, MD Posts: 1,633	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 Nice project! Looks like a good family "heirloom" __________________ Robert

06-04-2017, 06:45 AM	#16
dug224 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Mobile, Alabama Posts: 996	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 All signed up and along for the ride. Great project. __________________ My Build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=515876

08-05-2017, 09:15 AM	#17
Johns66 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 411	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 This is the floor bottom painted Cardinal Red, this color should look killer with the gloss black fenders and running boards. Next to mock up the doors and fix the inner wheel house and some small rust spots. This will be painted inside the car and outside including good and gas tank. Attached Images



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08-05-2017, 01:17 PM	#18
nds1968 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 1,694	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 Can't wait for more progress... __________________ Nate 1967 short fleet Project Blue Goose 'If it don't bounce back... heeheehee you go hungry!" Blues Brothers

08-06-2017, 02:47 AM	#19
Nut Case Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Clear and Still Idaho Posts: 509	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 Johns66 We need more folks like you! Bless you. Keep on keepin on Nut Case AKA Kim __________________ Been there, wrecked that

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Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,133	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 Awesome project and what an even better reason to build it. It's awesome that he was able to keep the car all these years too. I'm pulling for you to get it done for him to enjoy it before his health slips away any farther. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

08-09-2017, 06:42 AM	#23
Advanced Design Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Oblong, Illinois Posts: 7,017	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 Good for you on a great project! Will be tagging along for the rest. __________________ Doug Advanced Design’s 1977 Blazer Build Advanced Design's '48 'Burb Build Mrs Advanced Design's '72 Suburban Advanced Design's 56 BelAir LS swap

08-10-2017, 10:26 PM	#24
Johns66 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 411	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 Thanks for the kind words pushing hard.

08-19-2017, 04:26 PM	#25
Johns66 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 411	Re: Distractions....distractions 30 Model A dad Bought in 1958 Painted subrails and interior firewall. Turned out nice I think. View from front seat. John Attached Images

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